By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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Saarah is a feminine variant of the traditional name Sarah, with Arabic and Hebrew origins. Its meaning is typically understood as 'princess' or 'noblewoman' in Hebrew tradition. The double 'a'…
Turkish
"idol"
Sanem debuted on the US charts in 2021 thanks to the Turkish soap opera Erkenci Kus , which was broadcast on Spanish television stations in the US the year before. The TV show follows a woman named…
Punjabi
"multi-talented"
A beautiful Indian girl name that would sound just as lovely in English speaking areas.
Italian, Portuguese and Catalan
"ridge"
This topographical name, more suited to a girl than a boy--though it would inevitably be confused with SARAH--has some distinguished bearers: famous Spanish missionary to Mexico Father Junipero…
Shanel is a feminine name that likely evolved as a variation of Chanel, which gained recognition through the famous French fashion designer Coco Chanel. The name has French origins and exudes…
Sheina is a charming feminine name with Yiddish origins, typically pronounced 'SHAY-nah' or 'SHINE-ah.' It derives from the Yiddish word 'sheyn,' meaning 'beautiful' or 'pretty,' making it a name…
Sindy is a feminine name that emerged as a variant spelling of Cindy, which itself is a diminutive of Cynthia. Originating from the Greek name Kynthia, it relates to Mount Kynthos on the island of…
Skyra is an uncommon feminine name with a celestial quality, created by combining 'sky' with a melodic ending. This contemporary invention has a mystical, almost mythological sound that evokes images…
English from Latin
"when the sun stands still"
Solstice graduated from word to official first name when author Lionel Shriver used it for a character in her novel Big Brother . But of course, there were people named Solstice before: 16 baby girls…
Botanical name and French
"reddish brown"
A fragrant herbal and color name that could make a sensitive, distinctive choice.
Variation of Sosi, Armenian, or diminutive of Susan or Sophie, Hebrew, Greek
"palm tree; lily; wisdom"
Sweet and cosy but with substance too, Sosie is a rare, multicultural name. Used as a short form of Susan, Sosan, Sophie and Sophia, it could make a fresh alternative to Suzy, Izzy, or Josie;…
Short form of Anastacia or Eustacia
This short form can stand on its own, perhaps because of the familiarity of Stacy, of which it may also be a variation. But Stacia feels somehow more modern and stylish than 60s-style Stacy. Stasia…
English
"steel"
This steely surname has a simple, strong sound – similar to names like Sloane or Clarke.
English word name
Would make an unexpected middle name for a baby born at dusk.
Armenian, meaning unknown
This name of an old Armenian monastery would blend well into American culture.
English, diminutive of Theresa
"to harvest"
Terry hit the Top 30 in the fifties when it was seeen as a cool, sleek gender neutral name , but it's long since lost that edge. Today's Terry would probably be Tess or Tessa.
Tiegan is a modern feminine name with Celtic and Gaelic origins. It's often considered a variant of Teagan, which means 'little poet' or 'beautiful.' Some sources suggest it may also be related to…
Swedish, Norwegian, Danish
"prosperous"
Form of Ottilia
Variation of Torin, Irish
"chief"
The hard initial T gives Toryn and Torin a harsh, rather masculine sound, yet the Y softens Toryn visually. Parents embrace Toryn equally for girls and boys.
Truleigh is a modern feminine name that combines elements of 'true' and the popular '-leigh' suffix. Its origins are largely contemporary, likely emerging as a unique variation of names like Truly or…
