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Kaysha is a contemporary feminine name that emerged primarily in English-speaking countries in the late 20th century. It appears to be a creative variation of names like Keisha, Kayla, or Kasha,…
Khushi is a feminine name of Indian origin, primarily used in Hindu families. It directly translates to 'happiness' or 'joy' in Hindi and several other Indian languages, making it a name with an…
Modern invented name
Either the name of a new pharmaceutical or a nouveau take on Kylie.
Lanae is a contemporary feminine name with multiple possible origins. Some consider it a modern American creation, possibly derived from the combination of the popular prefix 'La-' with the suffix…
Leina is a feminine name with multicultural origins and meanings. In Hawaiian, it can mean 'shining light' or be related to 'leina-a-ka-uhane,' referring to a leaping place for souls. In various…
Lynnie is a feminine name that functions both as a diminutive of Lynne or Linda and as an independent given name. With English origins, it combines the Welsh element 'llyn' meaning 'lake' with the…
Madi is a feminine name with diverse origins across multiple cultures. It can function as a nickname for Madison, Madeline, or Madisyn in Western usage, but also exists as an independent name in…
Punjabi, Sikh
"special prayer"
A beautiful Indian name used particularly by Sikh families.
Irish variation of Mary, Hebrew or Egyptian
"drop of the sea; bitter; beloved; love"
Almost as popular in the 1950s among the Irish in Boston as it was with those back in Bray, Maureen was once among the most prominent Irish names for girls in the US but has fallen from favor along…
Spanish, Thai
"table; April"
Mesa is both the term for a flat-topped mountain, derived from the Spanish word for "table", and the Thai variation of April.
Yiddish diminutive of Miriam, Romanian variant of Mireille
"beloved; bitter; drop of the sea; to admire"
Mirel is a sparky diminutive of Miriam, making it one of many international choices connected to the classic, Biblical Mary. Also spelled as Mirele, from this origin, it is notably used in Israel,…
Irish
"of the bright sea, sea-bright"
Once a poetic Celtic name, that of the angel who governs the month of June, Muriel has for a time, become the mom or grandma of TV sitcoms. A Top 200 name from 1912 to 1933, Muriel might just be due…
Myrah is a feminine name with diverse cultural connections. In Arabic origins, it relates to 'Mira' or 'Myra' meaning 'admirable' or 'wonderful woman.' Some sources also connect it to Hebrew meanings…
Arabic, Serbian, Croatian, Slovene, Macedonian
"dew at sunrise; hope"
Concise Nada is a cross-cultural choice with pleasant meanings. In Arabic, it is derived from nadan meaning "dew, moisture", though other possible translations include "caller" and "goodness". As a…
Neyla is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins. It has roots in Arabic, where it means 'success' or 'achievement,' and can also be connected to Sanskrit origins meaning 'blue' or 'sapphire.'…
Rahil is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins, found in Arabic, Hebrew, and Indian traditions. In Arabic, it means 'traveler' or 'one who embarks on a journey,' while in Hebrew it's related…
Sammie is a charming feminine name that originated as a diminutive nickname for Samantha or Samuel, though it now often stands as an independent given name. With Hebrew roots meaning 'name of God' or…
Shaindel is a feminine name of Yiddish origin, derived from the word 'shayn' meaning 'beautiful' or 'pretty.' The diminutive suffix '-del' adds an endearing quality, making the overall meaning…
Norse
"fair victory"
Sigrid is a distinctly Scandinavian name that is starting to edge out into the wider world, a la cousin Ingrid. Unfortunately, short form Siri is now off the table, but Sigrid is still a possibility.
Scandinavian, feminine variation of Tyr, an ancient Indo-European god
High profile supermodel/entrepreneur Tyra Banks has put this name in the spotlight, endowing it with her confident, superattractive image.
