By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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Malkia is a feminine name of Swahili origin meaning 'queen' or 'ruler.' This regal name carries significant cultural weight in East African communities, particularly in Kenya and Tanzania, where it…
Maranda is a feminine name that emerged as a variant spelling of Miranda, which derives from Latin and means "worthy of admiration" or "wonderful." This alternative spelling gained popularity in the…
Latin
"warlike"
Marciana is a cooler (much cooler) elaboration of Marcia.
Latin, variant of Marcella
"dedicated to Mars"
Blending the flair of Marcella with the sleek but gentle sounds of Lucille, Marcille is vintage comeback that last peaked in the 1920s. Given to more than 5 babies for the first time since 2009,…
Finnish variation of Maria
"drop of the sea; bitter; beloved"
A pretty and unusual spin on Maria.
Italian, diminutive of Maria
"drop of the sea, bitter, or beloved"
Variant of Marietta
Matia is a feminine name with multiple potential origins. It can be viewed as a variant of Mattea, the feminine form of Matthew, which has Hebrew roots meaning 'gift of God.' Alternatively, it may be…
