By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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Josabet is a feminine name with biblical origins, representing a variant spelling of Jehosheba or Josaba. In the Bible, Jehosheba was the daughter of King Jehoram who saved her nephew Joash from…
Josilyn is a modern feminine name that blends traditional elements with contemporary style. It appears to be a variation of Jocelyn or a feminine form of Joseph, which means 'God will add' in Hebrew.…
Joycelynn is a feminine name that combines the classic name Joyce with the popular suffix '-lynn.' Joyce itself derives from the Latin name Jocasta and the French word 'joie,' meaning joy or…
Kamaree is a contemporary unisex name, though more commonly used for girls, that emerged in American naming practices in the early 21st century. Its origins are likely modern inventive, possibly…
Kamera is an uncommon feminine name with modern origins. Its most obvious connection is to the word 'camera,' deriving from the Latin 'camera obscura' meaning 'dark chamber,' which was the precursor…
African
"life and wisdom"
This pretty African girls' name has not one but two admirable meanings.
Karlina is a feminine name with Germanic and Slavic influences, derived from the masculine name Karl or Carlos, meaning "free man" or "strong." The addition of the feminine suffix "-ina" creates a…
Keiana is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a modern American creation, possibly a variant of Kiana, which itself could derive from the Hawaiian place name 'Kiana' or be a…
Keiara is a feminine name that appears to be a modern variation of Kiara or Ciara. These names have varied origins: Ciara is Irish meaning 'dark-haired' or 'black,' while Kiara can be related to the…
Hebrew
"laurel, crown"
Kelila, which can also be spelled Kelilah, is a more distinctive and attractive Kayla relative.
Kennedee is a modern feminine variation of the surname Kennedy, which has Irish Gaelic origins meaning "armored head" or "helmeted chief." This contemporary spelling adaptation adds a distinctive…
Variation of Keturah, Hebrew
"incense"
This streamlined spelling of the fragrant Biblical name Keturah is the French, German, Polish, Finnish and Dutch form. Borne by Abraham's wife, after Sarah dies, this variation is notably used in…
Khadeejah (also spelled Khadijah, Khadija, or Khadeeja) is a feminine name of Arabic origin with deep Islamic significance. It honors Khadijah bint Khuwaylid, the first wife of Prophet Muhammad and…
Khristina is a feminine name representing an alternative spelling of Christina, which derives from the Greek word 'christos' meaning 'anointed one.' This variation with the initial 'Kh' gives the…
Kieara is a feminine name representing a modern spelling variation of Kiara or Ciara. The name has multiple potential origins: it may derive from the Italian 'chiara' meaning 'bright' or 'clear,'…
American feminization of Kyle, Scottish
"narrow spit of land"
Although Kyleena has a pleasant sound, it's a baby name best to avoid — Kyleena is the trade name of an IUD.
Feminization of Kyriakos or word name, Greek
"of the lord; Sunday"
Kyriaki is the feminine variation of Kyriakos, derived from the Greek word kyrios , meaning "lord." It is also the Greek word for Sunday, meaning it doubles up as a word name, and a saint's name,…
Bosnian form of Lamia, Arabic
"shining, radiant"
A popular choice in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Lamija is a variation of the Arabic Lamia — not to be confused with the figure from Greek mythology whose name has a separate root and is said differently.
Laurelle is a feminine name that evolved as a diminutive or ornamental form of Laura, ultimately derived from the Latin 'laurus' meaning 'laurel tree' or 'sweet bay tree.' The laurel wreath has…
Lavena is a feminine name with possible Latin origins, potentially derived from 'lavare' meaning 'to wash' or 'to cleanse,' suggesting purity. It may also be related to Lavinia, a name from Roman…
