By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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Thaleia is a feminine name with ancient Greek origins. It stems from the Greek word "thallein" meaning "to bloom" or "to flourish." In Greek mythology, Thaleia was one of the nine Muses, specifically…
Ulyana is a feminine name of Slavic origin, primarily used in Russia, Ukraine, and other Eastern European countries. It derives from the Latin name Juliana, which comes from Julius, meaning…
Velora is a melodious feminine name with uncertain origins, possibly deriving from Latin elements or being a variation of names like Valora (from 'valor') or Velora (from 'velare,' meaning 'to…
English
"truly"
A quaint and poetic English word meaning "truly", which could easily make the switch to baby name usage, given its similarity to sophisticated vintage names like Verity and Cecily.
"the farm amonst the willows"
Even if you'd like your daughter to attend the venerable women's college, don't saddle her with this pretentious British surname.
Polish, from Latin
"conquering"
This Polish form of Victoria is popular in its native country, where it was in the Top 3 for 8 consecutive years from 2000 to 2008, and it still hangs on to the Top 20.
Wynnona is a feminine name that represents a variant spelling of Winona, which has Dakota Sioux Native American origins meaning "first-born daughter." The distinctive double 'n' and 'y' spelling…
Ximenna is a feminine name that represents a variation of Jimena or Ximena, names with Spanish and Basque origins. The traditional spelling Ximena derives from the Basque word 'seme' meaning 'son.'…
Variation of Yarelis, Spanish from Native American
"water lady"
Rare but beautiful variant of the rising name Yareli, which itself derives from Yara — one of the fastest rising names right now.
Yaryna is a feminine Ukrainian name with ancient Slavic roots. It derives from the name of the spring sun god in Slavic mythology, 'Yarilo' or 'Yarylo,' associated with fertility, youth, and the…
Spelling variation of Zahira
Whether you spell it with or without the final h, this is a name with international possibilities.
Arabic
"captivating woman"
This name of a beautiful Moorish woman character in Don Quixote is rarely heard.
"cream"
This Arabic name may literally mean cream, but has the idiomatic meaning of prime, supreme, or elite — as the best part of milk rises to the top.
Aadhini is a feminine name of Indian origin, particularly from Tamil and Sanskrit traditions. The name likely derives from Sanskrit roots where 'Adhi' means 'first' or 'beginning,' suggesting someone…
Aaishah is a variant spelling of Aisha (also written as Ayesha), a feminine Arabic name meaning 'alive' or 'she who lives.' The name carries significant historical importance in Islamic tradition as…
Hebrew
"God is my father"
Abijah, which you might think of as Abigail with rhythm, is the name of both female and male personages in the Bible. A biblical Queen Abijah was the daughter, wife, and mother of kings. The name is…
Adana is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins. In Turkish, it refers to a major city in southern Turkey, giving the name geographical significance. In Hebrew, it can mean 'earth' or 'soil,'…
Adelya is a feminine name with multiple cultural connections. It may be derived from the Germanic name Adelaide, meaning "noble kind," or could be a variant of the Russian name Adelina. In Tatar…
Adreanna is a feminine name that represents a creative variation of Adriana or Adrienne, which ultimately derive from Hadrian, meaning 'from Hadria' (an ancient town in northern Italy). This…
Greek
"love, affection"
Agapi has a sweet meaning of love and affection, but though this name is used in modern Greece, it's one of the Greek names for girls that has not yet emigrated to the US along with so many of her…
