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Variation of Xochitl, Nahuatl, Aztec
"flower"
Phonetic spelling of Xochitl, used only six percent as much as the original.
Yazlin is a modern feminine name with multicultural appeal. It possibly derives from Turkish origins or may be a creative variation of names like Yasmin/Jasmine. The name has a contemporary feel with…
Zoee is a feminine name that represents a modern variant spelling of Zoe, which comes from Greek origins meaning 'life.' This alternative spelling maintains the same pronunciation while adding an…
Adaeze is a feminine name of Igbo origin from Nigeria, meaning 'daughter of a king' or 'princess.' The name combines 'ada' (daughter) with 'eze' (king), creating a name that conveys nobility and…
Aisla is a feminine name that appears to be a variant of Aislinn (Irish) or possibly Isla (Scottish). If derived from Aislinn (Aisling), it has Irish Gaelic origins meaning 'dream' or 'vision.' If…
French
"noble type"
A chic and sassy French choice, popular in France but likely to be confused with the more prosaic Alex in English-speaking countries. Although sometimes used in the US as a variant spelling of Alex,…
Scottish, English
"light"
Phonetic anglicisation of the popular Scottish name Eilidh, a relative of Eleanor or Helen.
Azia is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a variant spelling of Asia, referring to the continent and deriving from Assyrian word 'asu' meaning 'to rise' (as the sun rises in…
Punjabi
"earth, creator"
Bani is a beautiful Punjabi name used in India — an alias of the goddess Saraswati. Bani or Saraswati is the Hindu goddess of knowledge, music, art, speech, wisdom, and learning.
American invented name, variation of Brinley, English
"burnt meadow"
Brenley: a compound of trendy syllables or Brinley variation? It's totally up to you. It was chosen by American Idol contestant Triston Harper and his wife Paris Reed for their daughter in 2025.
English
"box tree clearing; brook clearing; speckled clearing"
This last-name style choice has a similar feel to the likes of Blakeley, Brooklyn and Bexley, and includes that on-trend letter X. While the exact meaning of the first element is unknown,…
"woodland clearing"
This English surname turned girls' first name owes its rise to supermodel Christie Brinkley, who first rose to fame in the late 70s and early 80s. Brinkley appeared on the charts for the first time…
"from Britain"
Britton, technically a spelling variation of Britain, is much more popular that the original place name for both boys and girls. There are about three baby girls named Britton for every four boys,…
Caelyn is a feminine name that represents a modern variation of traditional Celtic and Welsh names. It relates to names like Caitlin, Kaelyn, and Kaylin, with possible meanings including 'pure' or…
Caisley is a modern feminine name that appears to blend elements of names like Paisley and Casey with the popular 'Cai' beginning found in names like Caitlin. This contemporary creation emerged…
Irish, Scottish
"beautiful"
Caoimhe, pronounced (more properly) kwee-va or kee-va, is a pretty and distinctive Gaelic name but one that could well lead to no end of confusion outside the Irish community. Even in its native…
Caydence is a feminine name representing a modern spelling variation of Cadence, which derives from the Latin word 'cadentia' meaning 'rhythm, flow, or falling.' The alternative spelling with 'y'…
Irish
"from the hollow"
Cool a few decades ago, along with Lori and Tori. Currently out of fashion but may make a retro tomboy choice as an offbeat spin on Charlie.
Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, Norse, "new day"
"new day"
If you're looking for a name with Scandinavian roots, Dagny makes a strong and appealing import. Derived from Old Norse, it means "new day", perfect for a girl born around New Year's or the change of…
English diminutive of Deborah, Hebrew
"bee"
The quintessential friendly fifties name, nearly epidemic in its day. Now many grownup Debbies have reverted to the full and lovely form of their name, which modern parents often avoid because of the…
