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Variation of Lillian
"lily"
If Vivian became Vivienne, why can't Lillian become Lilienne? This pretty name has that chic French ending, and is a fresh way to popular Lily.
Lilley is a feminine name that evolved from both a surname and a nature-inspired source. As a surname, it derived from the Old English 'leah' meaning 'woodland clearing' or 'meadow.' As a given name,…
Lindee is a feminine name that evolved as a diminutive form of Linda or Lindy, which derive from Germanic roots meaning 'soft, tender, flexible.' The distinctive spelling with double 'e' adds a…
Lindi is a feminine name with multiple potential origins. It can be a diminutive of names ending in 'linda' such as Belinda or Melinda, or a variant spelling of Lindy, which itself developed as a…
Linette is a feminine name of French origin, functioning as a diminutive of Line or Lina, which themselves derive from names ending in -line or -lina, such as Caroline, Emmeline, or Angelina. The…
Lisha is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins. It can be a diminutive of names like Alicia, Felicia, or Elisha, or stand as an independent name. In Sanskrit, Lisha means 'goddess' or…
Diminutive of Elizabeth, Felicity, and Melissa
Lissy may be this generation's answer to Missy. It's rare to see Lissy on a birth certificate, but if you pay attention, you may notice it as a nickname for names such as the classic Elizabeth or hot…
Danish
"variant of Lifa"
In old Norse mythology Lifa/Liva is one of only two people that are destined to survive Ragnarok (Nordic armageddon) and will therefore be the parents of a new race of man.
Norse mythological name
"lock"
While god of mischief Loki is usually depicted as a male -- sometimes in animal form -- he gives birth as a mare to the eight-legged horse Sleipnir and also appears in some stories as an elderly…
French
"the halo, beauty"
The beauty brand name L’Oréal is rumored to derive from L’Auréale (literally translating to "the halo"), a popular hairstyle in France in the early 1900s. The first product created by Eugène…
Apache, Native American
"one who steals horses"
Lozen is the name of a female Apache warrior and medicine woman who fought with Geronimo in the 19th century. The sister of the warrior called Victorio, Lozen was the name chosen by soccer star Hope…
Flower name from Latin
"pertaining to the wolf"
Lupine (spelled Lupin outside of North America) is a flower related to sweetpeas. It was given its wolfish meaning because the plant was said to deplete the soil. Comedian Jenny Slate used it as a…
Greek
"woman from Lydia"
A more unique take on Lydia — both names refer to Lydia, the area of Asia Minor recognized in the Bible. Lydian has an added musical connection, thanks to the Lydian mode — a chord progression often…
Madlyn is a feminine name that serves as a variant of Madeline or Madeleine, which ultimately derive from Magdalene, referring to Mary Magdalene in the New Testament. This particular spelling offers…
Mady is a charming feminine name that functions both as a standalone name and as a diminutive for longer names like Madeline, Madison, or Madeleine. With French influences, it carries a sweet,…
Maggy is a feminine name that functions primarily as a variant spelling of Maggie, the traditional nickname for Margaret. Margaret comes from Greek origins meaning 'pearl.' This spelling variation…
Japanese
"sincerity"
Mako is a name used for both genders in Japan, most notably for the granddaughter of the emperor who chose to leave the Royal Family to marry a commoner. It's a simple name that translates easily to…
Hebrew
According to the Bible (and Quran), manna was the foodstuff miraculously provided for the Israelites in exile. This nourishing little name is one of the spiritual names that has seen a slight rise in…
Marien is a feminine name with multiple cultural roots. It can be considered a variant of Marion or Marian, which themselves derive from Mary (Hebrew origin meaning 'bitter' or 'beloved'). In some…
