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Linnette
Linnette is a delicate feminine name, primarily a variant spelling of Lynette, which itself originated as a diminutive of the Welsh name Lina, meaning 'idol.' It may also connect to the French…
Linny
Linny is a charming feminine name that typically functions as a diminutive or nickname for longer names such as Linda, Linnea, Belinda, or Caroline. It can also stand alone as an independent given…
Lynette
French elaboration of Lynn or Welsh
"idol"
Linda begat Lynn which gave way to Lynette, which peaked in the late 1960s. Lynette has been off the Top 1000 for a couple decades now, and the Lynn variations finding the most favor are those that…
Lionel
French
"young lion"
Lionel is yet another traditional boy's name entering the girls' column--at least once-- via prizewinning novelist Lionel (born Margaret Ann) Shriver.
Lionell
Lionell is an uncommon feminine name that represents a variation of the masculine name Lionel. Derived from Old French, it means "young lion," symbolizing strength, courage, and nobility. The…
Lyonell
Lyonell, though listed as feminine, is traditionally a masculine name with French origins, derived from 'lion,' symbolizing strength and nobility. This spelling variation, with the double 'l' ending,…
Lyonel
Lyonel is an uncommon feminine adaptation of the traditionally masculine name Lionel, which derives from the Latin 'leonellus', meaning 'young lion'. Though more commonly used for boys, this spelling…
Liesja
Dutch diminutive of Elizabeth
"pledged to God"
Also spelled Liesje, this is one of many international variations of the traditional Elizabeth.
Liesa
German diminutive of Elizabeth
"pledged to God"
The German short form Liesa is usually pronounced lee-za, but most people in America will say it like Lisa -- or, just to annoy you, Liza.
Lisza
Lisza is a feminine name that appears to be a variant spelling of Lisa, which itself is a diminutive of Elisabeth or Elizabeth, meaning 'God is my oath' or 'pledged to God.' The distinctive 'sz'…
Lisbet
Lisbet is a feminine name of Scandinavian and Germanic origin, representing a shortened form of Elisabeth. This charming variation has been particularly common in Nordic countries like Sweden,…
Lizette
French, diminutive of Elizabeth
"pledged to God"
Whether you spell it Lisette or Lizette, a somewhat dated diminutive that nevertheless retains some charm.
Litzy
Spanish nickname
Inspired by the Mexican singer who uses it as her single name.
Leva
Leva is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins. In Hebrew, it relates to "lioness," suggesting strength and courage. It also appears as a variant of Levi or as a Slavic name meaning…
Livah
Livah is a feminine name with multiple potential origins. It may derive from the Hebrew name 'Leah' (meaning 'weary' or, alternatively, 'gazelle'), with the '-vah' suffix adding a modern touch.…
Liva
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.
Livvy
English diminutive of Olivia, Latin
"olive tree"
Stylish, sweet, and bubbly, Livvy is a familiar short form of the popular Olivia, though it could easily work as a nickname to Olive, Lavinia, or Liv as well. In recent years, however, Livvy has been…
Lyvia
Lyvia is a feminine name with Latin roots, functioning as a modern variation of the classic name Livia. The original Livia derives from the Roman family name 'Livius,' possibly meaning 'bluish' or…
Levia
Hebrew
"to join"
This female version of Levi is much too apt to be mistaken for Livia.
Livie
Diminutive of Olivia, Latin
"olive tree"
The adorable diminutive Livie is most often a short form of the popular Olivia and may also be spelled Livvy, Livvie, or Livi. But occasionally it may be short for the separate Ancient Roman name…