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Vara is a feminine name with diverse origins across multiple cultures. In Sanskrit, it means 'blessing' or 'boon,' while in Swedish it's related to 'spring' or 'springtime.' In Hebrew, Vara can be a…
French
"victory"
Adds French flair to Victoria, though many Americans would find pronunciation a challenge.
English word name
"the state of being able to see"
This newly-minted gender neutral word name has a spiritual and creative feel. It was given to 6 baby girls and 13 boys in 2021.
Diminutive of Wilhelmina or Willa, feminine forms of William, German
"resolute protection"
Willie is one of the adorable boyish nicknames newly fashionable for girls, rarer than Billie. It definitely makes the somewhat-fearsome Wilhelmina more fun and approachable. The -ie spelling…
Willo is a charming feminine name that likely developed as a diminutive or variation of Willow, the graceful tree name that symbolizes flexibility and resilience. While Willow has gained considerable…
Variation of Yianna or Gianna, Greek
"God is Gracious"
A short form of Yianna which is an alternative transcription of the Greek Gianna, which is ultimately a feminine form of the Biblical John. It might also be used as a form of other John variations…
Yittel is a feminine name with Yiddish origins, typically found in traditional Jewish communities. It likely developed as a diminutive form of the Hebrew name Yehudis (Judith), which means 'woman…
Modern invented name
Zayley -- which may also be styled Zaylee or Zaylie or Zalie, among other spellings -- is a member of the squad of names that include Bailey, Hayley, and Kaylee and is always welcoming new members.
Zolah is a rare feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a variant of Zola, which has African roots meaning 'piece of earth' or 'quiet' in the Zulu language. Alternatively, it could be…
Aalyah is a feminine name that represents a contemporary spelling variation of Aaliyah or Aliyah. With Arabic origins, the root meaning connects to 'high,' 'exalted,' or 'rising.' The name gained…
Hebrew
"God is my father"
Abiah is a Biblical name that appears for both female and male figures. It may be considered the same as the name Abijah in the Bible; one female Abijah was a queen and ancestor of Christ. Abiah may…
Feminine variation of Abraham, Hebrew
"father of multitudes"
Abra is soft, sensitive feminine form of Abraham that was the name of a soft, sensitive character in the John Steinbeck book and movie, "East of Eden." In the bible, Abra was a favorite of King…
"adorned"
Spelled with or without the final "h," Achsah, pronounced AK-suh, was the daughter of Caleb in the Old Testament. We can't imagine anyone finding it greatly appealing.
Adell is a feminine name with Germanic roots, derived from the noble name Adelaide, meaning 'noble' or 'nobility.' This concise variation maintains the elegant essence of its origin while offering a…
Adiah is a delicate feminine name with ancient roots. It derives from Hebrew origins, where it carries the beautiful meaning 'adorned by God' or 'God is my ornament.' In the Bible, Adiah appears as a…
Variation of Adeline, diminutive of Adele, French
"noble, nobility"
Adlyn is a streamlined, modernized spelling of the popular Adeline. The name combines 'adal' meaning 'noble' or 'nobility' with the '-lyn' suffix that softens and feminizes it. Adlyn emerged in the…
Ahlaam is a feminine name of Arabic origin meaning 'dreams' or 'aspirations.' The name comes from the Arabic word 'ahlam' (أحلام), the plural form of 'hulm' meaning dream. It carries beautiful…
Irish
"little and fiery"
Aidan is an ancient Irish saint's name with a fire meaning that's mega popular for boys, most often spelled as Aiden. The name is occasionally used for girls, sometimes as Aidyn or Ayden, as well.…
Scottish and Irish
"noble"
This Anglicized spelling makes the pronunciation of Ailís or Aileas — the Irish and Scottish forms of Alice, respectively — slightly more obvious to English-speakers. Ailis or Aileas are more…
Aima is a delicate feminine name with multiple cultural origins. In Arabic contexts, it can mean 'blessing' or 'gift,' while in Japanese, it may relate to 'love' or 'affection.' The name also appears…
