By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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Gwendalynn is a feminine name with Welsh roots, an elaborated form of Gwendolen, which combines 'gwen' meaning 'white, fair, blessed' and 'dolen' meaning 'ring, bow.' This ornate variation adds a…
Arabic
"red"
The Prophet Muhammed dubbed his wife, Aisha, Humayra, because she was known for having rosy red cheeks. The Humaira spelling of the name ranks in the UK Top 1000, while Hümeyra is popular in Turkey.
Imana is a feminine name with diverse cultural roots. In Rwandan and Burundian traditions, Imana refers to the supreme deity or creator, giving the name profound spiritual significance. It also…
Ivelisse is a feminine name with Spanish and Puerto Rican roots. It's derived from the Germanic name Ivar, combined with a feminine suffix. The name conveys strength and nobility, with its original…
Indian
"daughter of Jahnu; River Ganges"
The river Ganges in India is also called Jahnavi (literally "daughter of Jahnu") due to a legend involving the sage Jahnu. The Ganges river destroyed his fields, so Jahnu drank up all of the river's…
Jalena is a feminine name with several possible origins, including being a variant of Yelena (the Russian form of Helen) or a creative modern variation of names like Jalene or Jolene. The name has a…
Variation of Jameson
"son of James"
For girls, this would more likely be spelled Jameson.
Jaquelin is a feminine name that represents an alternative spelling of Jacqueline, the feminine form of Jacques, which is the French equivalent of James. Ultimately derived from the Hebrew name Jacob…
Jaretzy is a modern feminine name that appears to be a creative variation of names like Jarett or possibly influenced by Hispanic naming patterns with the feminine '-zy' ending. The name has emerged…
Modern compound name, Jennifer + Vanessa
"white shadow, white wave + butterfly"
This newer sounding coalition of Jennifer and Vanessa is gaining in popularity, though it's still quite rare. Only 15 baby girls were named Jenessa last year.
Compound name, from Jenifer and Jessica
"bright white to behold"
Two past favorites blended into one, but Jennica has never made the US Top 1000.
Jolena is a feminine name that appears to be a modern combination or variation of names like Jolene and Elena. The name Jolene was popularized by Dolly Parton's 1973 song of the same name and derives…
Josefa is a feminine name of Spanish and Portuguese origin, derived from the masculine name José (Joseph). The name ultimately traces back to Hebrew roots, from 'Yosef' meaning 'God will add' or 'God…
Hawaiian
"the power of the ocean"
This Hawaiian name gracefully celebrates the force of nature, paying tribute to the ocean. If you're looking for unique names that mean ocean , this should be on your short list.
Modern invented name
This name shot to popularity in the early 1980s thanks to child actor Kaleena Kiff, who starred in the sitcom Love, Sidney /.
Kalypso is a feminine name derived from Greek mythology, an alternative spelling of Calypso. In Homer's Odyssey, Calypso was a nymph who detained Odysseus on her island for seven years. The name…
Lailany is a beautiful feminine name with multicultural roots, blending elements from Arabic and Hawaiian origins. It's a variation of 'Leilani,' which means 'heavenly flower' or 'royal child of…
Arabic, Greek
"shining, radiant; throat"
Lamia is a name with two very different images: from its Arabic roots, it is a bright yet gentle choice with a glowing meaning. As a Greek name however, Lamia appears in mythology as a child-eating…
Leighlani is a modern feminine name with Hawaiian influences. It appears to combine elements like 'Lei' (a Hawaiian garland of flowers) with the popular '-lani' suffix, which means 'heaven' or 'sky'…
"fine mist"
A beautiful Hawaiian mythological name — Lilinoe is the goddess of the rain.
