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Genevive is a feminine name that represents a variation of the more common spelling 'Genevieve.' Derived from the medieval Germanic name 'Genovefa,' it ultimately comes from Celtic elements possibly…
Ginebra is a feminine name of Spanish origin, representing the Spanish form of 'Geneva.' The name derives from the Latin 'Genava,' which was the name of the Swiss city. However, Ginebra also has…
Spanish
"sunflower"
Girasol is a Spanish nature name, meaning "sunflower." As sun-related names — such as Soleil, Sol, and Sunny — heat up, we may see more of Girasol.
Graciana is a feminine name of Latin origin, derived from 'gratia' meaning 'grace' or 'favor.' It can be seen as an elaborate form of Grace, or as the feminine version of Graciano. The name has roots…
Variation of Gwendolen, Welsh
"white ring"
The Gwendoline form may introduce pronunciation confusion -- does that last syllable rhyme with wine or win or when? We vote Gwendolen as not only the most proper but the clearest spelling, followed…
Japanese
"light"
Light, bright unisex name. Hikari is more popular for girls in Japan these days.
English word name
Broadening your horizons when choosing a name for your baby may lead you here. Horizon feels like the cousin of names like Meridian, Geo and Stellar - scientific spins on nature names . Rize is the…
Ilina is a feminine name with Slavic origins, particularly common in Bulgaria, Russia, and other Eastern European countries. The name derives from the Slavic element 'il' meaning 'light' or 'bright,'…
Jacquelin is a feminine name that represents a variant spelling of Jacqueline, the French feminine form of Jacques (James). It ultimately derives from the Hebrew name Jacob, meaning "supplanter."…
Modern invented name
Jalaia is a modern feminine name that has emerged in recent decades, particularly in the United States. It appears to be a creative variation that follows the popular pattern of melodic names ending…
Jeanelle combines the classic French name Jean (feminine form of John, meaning 'God is gracious') with the popular feminine suffix 'elle,' creating a melodic and elegant compound name. This blending…
Romanian variation of Jane
"God is gracious"
Jenica might work if you can't decide between Jennifer and Jessica. It's certainly a more distinctive option.
Jenicka is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may function as a diminutive form of Jennifer or Jenica, or as a creative variant of Jessica. The name has Slavic influences in its…
Jenika is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a modern variation of Jennifer (from Welsh, meaning 'white wave' or 'fair one') or a creative form of Jenna or Janika. Some sources…
Jerrica is a feminine name that emerged in America during the late 20th century, gaining notable recognition through the 1980s animated series 'Jem and the Holograms,' where the main character…
Hebrew
"inheritance"
This biblical name of the mother of King Jotham of Judah has an appealing soft Russian accent.
Jocelin is a feminine name with medieval French origins, derived from the Germanic name elements 'gaut' meaning 'Goth' and 'lin' meaning 'little.' This elegant name was brought to England by the…
Jodeci is a feminine name of modern American origin, inspired by the popular R&B group Jodeci that rose to fame in the early 1990s. The musical group's name was created as a combination of members'…
Arabic and Swahili from Persian
"jewel"
An attractive and traditional unisex name perfect for a cross-cultural child. Despite the current popularity of names ending in -ari, Johari is surprisingly rare in the US, though recent years have…
Josabeth is a feminine name with biblical origins, appearing as a variant of Jehosheba or Josaba. In the Old Testament, Jehosheba was the daughter of King Jehoram who saved her nephew Joash from…
