By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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English
"boar battle"
One of the rare English surname names originally derived from a female given name: Eoforhild (Everild), meaning "boar battle". Also spelled Averill, it's an extremely rare choice today, but shares…
Aprilete is a whimsical feminine name derived from April, the month name that comes from the Latin 'aperire,' meaning 'to open'—referencing the opening or blooming of flowers in spring. The addition…
Aprille is a feminine name that represents a delicate variation of April, the month name derived from the Latin 'aperire' meaning 'to open,' referencing the opening or blooming of flowers in spring.…
Averel is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a variant of Averill, which derives from Old French meaning 'April' or 'open.' Alternatively, it could be connected to the surname…
Aprile is a feminine name derived from the Latin word 'aprilis,' referring to the month of April. The name carries the freshness and renewal associated with springtime, symbolizing new beginnings and…
Latin
"eagle"
This and two other female forms -- AQUILA and AQUILINA -- of the Roman family name Aquilius might live on in modern times.
Native American place-name
The Native American name for Martha's Vineyard and for a town at the far end of that lovely island, this was used by Michael J. Fox and Tracy Pollan for one of their twin daughters.
Ahraya is a feminine name of likely modern creation, though it may have roots in multiple cultural traditions. It could be a variant spelling of Araya, found in Thai culture meaning 'worthy' or…
Orbella is a rare feminine name with possible Latin origins. It may be derived from 'orbis' meaning 'circle' or 'world,' combined with the feminine suffix '-ella,' creating a name that suggests…
Arbella is a feminine name with noble historical connections, most notably through Lady Arbella Stuart, a potential successor to Queen Elizabeth I of England in the early 17th century. The name…
Orabel is a feminine name with a lyrical, poetic quality. It likely derives from Latin elements, possibly combining 'ora' meaning 'prayer' with 'bel' meaning 'beautiful,' suggesting 'beautiful…
Orbelle is an uncommon feminine name with mysterious origins that may be a modern invention combining elements of other names. The 'Or' beginning could connect to Latin roots meaning 'gold' or…
Arbela is a feminine name with ancient historical roots, connecting to the city of Arbela (modern Erbil in Iraq) where Alexander the Great won a decisive battle. This elegant name carries echoes of…
Arbelle is a delicate feminine name of uncertain etymology, possibly deriving from Latin 'arbor' meaning 'tree,' suggesting natural beauty and strength. It may also be a variant of Arabella, which…
Place name from Greek
A phonetically attractive place-name that can be used for babies but rarely is.
Araby is a feminine name with Arabic and literary connections. Rather than being a traditional Arabic name, it derives from 'Arabia' or serves as a poetic reference to Arab lands. The name gained…
Hebrew
"willow"
Unknown but eminently usable choice, especially for Jewish parents, with lovely meaning.
Also spelled as Arava, this pretty yet rugged name has two possible nature meanings. On one hand, it may come from aravot , the word for willow branch, a significant part of the Jewish holiday of…
Arcadie is a feminine name with Greek origins, derived from Arcadia, the mountainous region in Greece that was considered an idyllic pastoral paradise in ancient mythology. The name evokes images of…
Arcangel, traditionally a masculine name but listed here as feminine, derives from the Latin 'archangelus' and Greek 'archangelos,' meaning 'chief angel' or 'principal messenger.' It refers to the…
