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English variation of Irma, English, German, Slovene
"whole, great, universal; army man"
A variation of the German Irma, Erma emerged in the 19th century in English-speaking countries where its similarity to timeless Emma might have helped it gain popularity. In fact, if you follow its…
Turkish, Bosnian
"supreme"
Turkish and Bosnian form of the Arabic name Asma, with the powerful meaning of "supreme".
Eyleen is a modern variation of the name Eileen, which itself derives from the Irish name Eibhlín, a form of Aveline or Helen. The distinctive spelling with 'y' gives this feminine name a…
French
"from Gaul"
Haset is a feminine name with possible Egyptian or Ethiopian origins. In ancient Egyptian contexts, it may connect to the goddess Hathor, whose name included elements relating to joy and celebration.…
Hidayah is a feminine name of Arabic origin meaning 'guidance' or 'divine guidance.' The name carries significant spiritual meaning in Islamic tradition, where it represents the guidance that comes…
Sanskrit
"diamond"
Hira is a significant name in Islam, as in the Quran it is the name of the cave where Prophet Muhammed received revelations from Allah.
Ianna is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a variant of Iana, which derives from the Roman god Janus, or it could be related to names like Diana or Anna. In some cultures, it…
Scottish place-name
Islay is the name of a Hebridian island famous for its whisky. Don't be fooled by the "y" at the end - this name is pronounced exactly like the more well-known Isla.
French, diminutive of Jeanne
"God is gracious"
Jeannette is a feminine name with French origins, functioning as a diminutive of Jeanne (the French form of Jane/Joan). Ultimately derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan, the root of John meaning 'God…
Kamri is a contemporary feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a modern variant of Kamryn or Cameryn, which themselves derive from the surname Cameron, meaning 'crooked nose' in…
Khori is a feminine name with diverse origins and interpretations. In some contexts, it may derive from Native American languages, carrying meanings connected to 'maiden' or 'daughter.' The name also…
Kobie is a feminine name (though also used for boys) with multiple potential origins. It may be a diminutive of Jacob, meaning 'supplanter' in Hebrew, or possibly derived from the Japanese 'Kobi'…
Part Skyler, part Kylie, Kylar is one of the new names rising for both boys and girls. In 2016, there were 76 baby girls names Kylar to 110 baby boys.
Lejla is a beautiful feminine name with Arabic and Bosnian origins. It's a variant spelling of Leila or Layla, which derives from the Arabic word 'laylah' meaning 'night' or 'dark beauty.' The name…
Lianny is a feminine name with possible origins in multiple cultures. It may be a variant of 'Liana,' which derives from Latin, meaning 'to bind' or 'to climb,' referring to a climbing vine or plant.…
Hebrew
"my heart"
This Hebrew name deserves consideration by parents looking for a traditional by underused girls name with a gorgeous meaning. Made up of the elements lev and i , meaning "heart" and "my"…
German, diminutive of Elizabeth
Lisbeth is one of the many short forms of Elizabeth that are used on their own. Not only is it the name of the mother of the main character in George Eliot's novel Adam Bede, but it takes on a whole…
French feminine variation of Lucian
"light"
Lucienne is a soft and ultra-sophisticated French-accented option in the Lucy family, one that could provide a fresh alternative to such fatigued Gallic choices as Danielle and Michelle. So if you're…
Mana is a feminine name with multicultural origins, appearing in Japanese, Hawaiian, Persian, and other traditions. In Japanese, it means 'love' or 'affection,' while in Hawaiian, it refers to…
