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Dahlya is a feminine name that serves as a variant spelling of Dahlia, which derives from the flower named after Swedish botanist Anders Dahl. The alternative spelling with a 'y' gives the name a…
Daisee represents a creative spelling variation of Daisy, a charming English flower name derived from the Old English 'dæges eage' meaning 'day's eye,' referring to how the flower opens in the…
Variation of Dalia, Spanish, or Georgian
"dahlia"
In Georgian mythology, Dali is the goddess of hunting. The origins of her name are disputed — some scholars claim it comes from the Georgian word for morning, dila , while others claim links to words…
Daphney is a feminine variation of Daphne, which derives from Greek mythology where Daphne was a nymph who transformed into a laurel tree to escape Apollo's pursuit. The name means "laurel tree" or…
Daphnie is a feminine name that represents a spelling variation of Daphne, which originates from Greek mythology. In Greek tales, Daphne was a nymph who transformed into a laurel tree to escape…
Dayleen is a contemporary feminine name that likely emerged as a creative variation combining the popular prefix 'Day-' with the feminine suffix '-leen.' This modern American creation evokes…
English combination of Diana and Alexandra, feminization of Deandre
"divine defender of man; strong and manly"
An alternative spelling to Diandra or a feminine form Deandre, Deandra is a compound name that briefly featured in the US Top 1000 in the 80s.
German occupational name
"roofer"
Decker made the Top 1000 for boys in 2017 and 2018, but just missed it in the following years. Now Decker is given to a few dozen baby girls each year as well.
Delcie is a feminine name with vintage charm, likely originating as a diminutive form of names containing 'del' like Adela or Cordelia. It may also be related to the Latin 'dulcis' meaning 'sweet' or…
Dellah is a feminine name of uncertain origin, possibly a variant of Della, which itself is a diminutive of names containing 'del' like Adelaide or Adela. In some contexts, it may be connected to the…
English variation of Denise, French from Greek
"god of Nysa"
Dessie is a charming feminine name with multiple origins. Primarily considered a diminutive of Desdemona (from Greek, meaning 'ill-fated'), it's also used as a nickname for names like Desirée (French…
Greek
"from Doris"
A male name occasionally borrowed by the girls, as in Dorian Cramer, a long-running female character on the soap One Life to Live and famous midcentury model Dorian Leigh.
Dorthea represents an alternative spelling of Dorothea, a name of Greek origin meaning 'gift of God' (from 'doron' meaning gift and 'theos' meaning God). This variant spelling maintains the name's…
French
"gift of God"
A Dorothy nickname name with a measure of nostalgic charm. Kids will associate it with the funny fish character voiced by Ellen DeGeneres in the Pixar animated instant classic Finding Nemo .
Diminutive of Dorothy, Greek
Dotty has a cheerful, playful quality that embodies vintage charm. It gained modest popularity in the mid-20th century, particularly during the 1930s-1950s when nickname-style given names were…
Dyllan as a feminine name represents a gender-crossover adaptation of the traditionally masculine Dylan. While Dylan originated as a Welsh name meaning 'son of the sea' or 'born from the ocean,'…
English
"prosperity"
In the age of Billie and Charlie, Eddie seems like a plausible option for a girl – short for Edwina, Edith, Eluned or any girl name containing the letters E and D.
Eida is a concise feminine name with multiple cultural origins. In Norse mythology, it relates to Eir, the goddess of healing and medicine, suggesting qualities of compassion and nurturing. In Arabic…
Ellyn is a feminine name with Welsh origins, functioning as a variation of Ellen or Helen. The name derives from the Greek 'Helene' meaning 'torch' or 'bright light.' Throughout history, Ellyn has…
