By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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Latin and Old German
"soldier or merciful"
Milo is one of the top names for boys on Nameberry, and now it's used for an increasing number of baby girls too -- 34 last year, and about 100 times as many boys.
English, diminutive of Melissa
A name that works until your daughter is, say, six.
Myasia is a modern feminine name that appears to be a creative American invention, possibly combining elements of names like Mya or Maya with Asia. It emerged in the United States in the late 1990s…
Slavic and Russian
"hope"
Nadya and Nadia are Eastern European short forms -- for the more difficult Nadezhda -- now fully accepted on their own.
Spelling variation of Naima
The Hebrew Najma, more phonetically spelled Naima, is rarely heard in the US but was used by star Mahershala Ali as the middle name for his daughter Bari.
Naleah is a feminine name of modern creation, likely combining elements of popular names like Natalie with the '-leah' ending that appears in many contemporary names. This melodic name emerged in the…
Navey is a contemporary feminine name that has recently emerged in popularity. It may be inspired by the word 'navy,' referring to the deep blue color or naval forces, giving it associations with…
Nayah is a feminine name with diverse cultural connections. In Hebrew, it can be related to 'beautiful' or 'pleasant,' while in some Native American traditions, it may mean 'guardian' or 'protector.'…
Noellie is a feminine name derived from Noël, the French word for Christmas, ultimately from Latin 'natalis' meaning 'birth.' This charming elaboration of Noel adds a distinctly French flair with its…
Variation of Nogah, Hebrew
"brightness"
Traditionally spelled as Nogah and borne by a son of King David in the Bible, Noga is a more modern form that leans feminine. Predominantly used in Israel and Egypt, it could make an interesting…
Noriah is a modern feminine name that may have evolved as a variation of names like Nora or as a blend of elements from names such as Noah and Mariah. It potentially carries Hebrew influences, with…
Spanish, Portuguese and Catalan, Arabic
"place between the valleys; light"
Deriving from the Catalan title for the Virgin Mary, Nostra Senyora de Núria , meaning "Our Lady of Nuria", this distinctive name is a popular choice in Spain and Portugal. Nuria is a Spanish…
Quincie is a feminine name that appears to be a creative variation of Quincy, which originated as an English surname derived from the Latin name Quintus, meaning 'fifth.' This feminized spelling adds…
Ridhi is a feminine name of Indian origin, deeply rooted in Hindu culture and Sanskrit language. The name carries profound meaning, typically representing 'prosperity,' 'wealth,' or 'good fortune.'…
Saida is a feminine name with multicultural origins, primarily used in Arabic, Swahili, and Spanish-speaking communities. In Arabic, Saida (سعيدة) means "happy" or "fortunate," deriving from the root…
Sanskrit
"praise, charm"
Game of Thrones author George R. R. Martin is a master namer, and this unusual choice from India is beginning to be heard in nurseries as well as on television. Sansa was perhaps slower to catch on…
Shelly is a feminine name that originated as a diminutive of Michelle or as a reference to seashells, giving it both personal and nature-inspired origins. Popular during the 1960s and 1970s in…
Armenian variation of Sophie, French from Greek
"wisdom"
About as pared-down as Sophia can be.
Diminutive of Susan and Suzanne, English, French
"lily"
An energetic, charmingly retro nickname, Suzy and all her sisters are off their fashion peak but will rise again around the middle of this century. The Z forms, Suzy and Suzie, are usually short for…
Taniya is a feminine name with diverse cultural roots, appearing in Indian, Russian, and African naming traditions with varying meanings. In Sanskrit, it may mean 'daughter' or relate to the word…
