By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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Italian, musical term
Toccata is delicate and musical yes, but still somehow unappealing.
Literary name
Name of the winning young heroine of Toni Morrison's first novel, The Bluest Eye .
Loriot is an uncommon feminine name with French origins. The word 'loriot' in French refers to the golden oriole bird, known for its bright yellow plumage and melodious song. As a personal name, it…
Caricia is a feminine name derived from the Spanish word 'caricia' meaning 'caress' or 'gentle touch'. This lovely name carries inherent connotations of tenderness, affection, and warmth. While…
Italian
"wealth"
A medieval Italian name that could work in modern times.
Alegría is a beautiful feminine Spanish name derived directly from the Spanish word for "joy" or "happiness." Its Latin roots trace back to 'alacer,' meaning "lively" or "animated." The name embodies…
Macarthur as a feminine given name is quite unusual, as it's traditionally a Scottish surname meaning "son of Arthur." The name gained prominence through historical figures like General Douglas…
Video game name
Kazooie is the bird to Banjo's bear in the Banjo-Kazooie video game series. It's hard for us to imagine Kazooie as a baby name, but Banjo is occasionally used, notably for actress Rachel Griffiths'…
Delaunay is a refined French surname that has transitioned into occasional use as a feminine given name. Derived from the Old French 'de l'aunay,' meaning 'from the alder grove,' it carries an…
Timpani is a feminine name derived from the musical instrument, which comes from the Italian 'timpano' meaning 'kettledrum.' This uncommon name carries musical associations, evoking rhythmic,…
Latin, meaning unknown
An ancient Roman name, lost to time.
Morisot is a feminine name with French origins, most notably associated with the renowned Impressionist painter Berthe Morisot (1841-1895). Originally a surname, it has occasionally been adopted as a…
Flamenco is an unusual feminine name derived from the passionate Spanish dance and music style. The word itself has Spanish origins, possibly coming from the Spanish word 'flama' meaning 'flame,'…
Italian, meaning unknown
This could make a sizzly Latinate namesake for Aunt Linda.
American invented name
"gold"
The Early Americans invented names too, sometimes variations of classical or biblical favorites. This one appears in Colonial rosters; the Aur beginning is Latin and means "gold."
English, Greek
"beauty"
A spin on Calia or Calla, with a lot of fashionable sounds.
Hebrew
"forsaken"
Azuba is a form of Azubah, the Old Testament wife of Caleb. The name was used among early African-Americans.
"fringe"
An Italian word name that could join the burgeoning Fran community.
Orilla is a feminine name with Latin origins, derived from 'ora' meaning 'coast' or 'shore.' This uncommon name evokes imagery of peaceful coastal landscapes and ocean borders. While never reaching…
"to be at the mercy of"
A unique cousin to Talia.
