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Basilie is a feminine name with Greek origins, derived from the masculine name Basil (Basilius in Latin), meaning "royal" or "kingly." This elegant name carries aristocratic connotations and has…
Hebrew
"daughter of an oath"
Popular with the Puritans, this name of the shrewd and beautiful wife of King David and mother of King Solomon could be a bit of a load for a modern girl to carry. Bathsheba is the name of the…
Bethsheba is a feminine name derived from the biblical Bathsheba, the wife of Uriah who later married King David and became mother to Solomon. The name comes from Hebrew elements meaning 'daughter of…
Bathseva is a feminine name representing a variant spelling of Bathsheba, a biblical name with Hebrew origins. In the Old Testament, Bathsheba was the wife of Uriah who later married King David and…
Bat Sheva is a feminine Hebrew name rich in biblical significance. Literally meaning 'daughter of seven' or 'daughter of oath,' it refers to the biblical figure also known as Bathsheba, who was the…
Batsheba is a feminine name derived from the Biblical Bathsheba, the wife of Uriah who later became the wife of King David and mother of Solomon. The original Hebrew name בַּת־שֶׁבַע (bat-sheva)…
French variation of Bathsheba
"daughter of the oath"
French form of Bathsheba
Bat Sheba is a feminine name with deep biblical origins, directly referencing one of the most famous women in the Old Testament. The name combines 'bat,' meaning 'daughter' in Hebrew, with 'Sheba,'…
Arabic
"seventh daughter"
The short form Shira is more manageable.
Béatrice is the French form of Beatrice, a feminine name with Latin origins meaning 'she who brings happiness' or 'blessed.' The accent over the 'e' emphasizes the French pronunciation…
Beatrisa is a feminine name that represents a variation of Beatrice, which derives from Latin 'Beatrix' meaning 'she who brings happiness' or 'blessed.' This particular form shows Spanish or Eastern…
Irish
"strength or exalted one"
This fanciful Irish extension of Bridget is known here through the wacky Amelia Bedelia books for kids -- an association your child may or may not like.
Bridget variation that's the root of the unattractive nickname Biddy. Bedelia is another spelling.
Bedeelia is a rare feminine name that appears to be an elaborated form of Bedelia, which itself is an Anglicized version of the Irish name Bríd or Bridget, meaning 'strength' or 'virtue.' The…
French
"Begon's flower"
Begonia is a pretty flower named for French administrator and amateur horticulturalist Michel Bégon, who was an avid naturalist but also a proponent of slavery. A rare floral choice which has never…
Belalia is an uncommon feminine name with possible roots in several linguistic traditions. It may derive from Arabic origins where 'bel' can indicate beauty or elegance, or it could have connections…
Belicia is a feminine name with Latin roots, likely derived from elements meaning "beautiful" or "blessed." It may be considered a variation of names like Belicia, Felicia, or Belinda. This elegant…
Spanish and Basque diminutive of Isabella, Italian
"pledged to God; beautiful"
A nickname for Bella or Isabella, from Isabelita.
Bellinda is a feminine name of Italian and Spanish origin, serving as a variation of the more common Belinda. The name derives from elements meaning 'beautiful' or 'pretty,' reflecting its aesthetic…
Bellynda is a feminine name that appears to be a creative variant of Belinda, which has multiple possible origins. The traditional Belinda may derive from Italian meaning 'beautiful serpent,' or it…
