By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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Arabic
"gazing"
Shy but sultry.
Combination of Rose and Anna
Rose lovers today would probably prefer Rosemary, Rosamund, or even Rose itself, all more stylish variations of the name. Some may associate this form of the name with actress Rosanna Arquette and…
Japanese
"cherry blossom"
Lovely Japanese name that would certainly be appreciated in Europe and the U.S. It was rarely used in Japan until the 1990s, and draws its current popularity from the fact that it is deeply connected…
Stephany is a feminine name representing a variant spelling of Stephanie, which derives from the Greek name Stephanos meaning 'crown' or 'garland.' This spelling variation offers a slightly more…
Talani is an exotic feminine name with multiple potential origins. It may derive from Native American languages, where it's thought to mean 'meadow' or 'calm waters' in some interpretations. Others…
Invented name
Vanellope is a Disney creation, given to the protagonist of "Wreck it Ralph" and now a character on Sugar Rush. She is energetic, tomboyish and very sassy. Read more about Vanellope and other Disney…
Eliyah is a feminine name with Hebrew origins, representing a variation of Elijah ("Eliyahu" in Hebrew), which means "my God is Yahweh" or "Jehovah is God." This spelling adaptation gives the…
Ellorie is a feminine name that represents a modern elaboration of names like Ellie or Eleanor, possibly influenced by names such as Mallory or Valerie with their similar ending sound. This…
Greek
"sweetly speaking"
Eulalia is a melodious name with a southern drawl, thanks to those lilting double L s and similarity to similar Eudora and Eula. Familiar in the US in the early 20th century, it was also a popular…
Honesti is a feminine virtue name derived from the concept of honesty, which stems from Latin 'honestas' meaning 'honor' or 'reputation.' Unlike the more common Honesty, this spelling variation with…
Ivori is a feminine variation of the name Ivory, which derives from the Old French word 'ivoire,' referring to the precious white material from elephant tusks. This elegant name evokes images of…
Jahlani is a feminine name with roots in several cultures. It likely derives from African or Hebrew origins, possibly a variant of 'Jahlan' meaning 'the shining one' or related to the Hebrew name…
Melisa is a feminine name with roots in Greek mythology, derived from 'melissa' meaning 'honey bee' or 'honeysuckle.' This sweet and melodious name carries connotations of industriousness, community,…
German, French
"prosperous in battle"
Ottilie is trending in the UK, where the pronounced T helps the name sound pretty and delicate, rather like Amelie and Elodie. Ottilie is less popular in the US, where many Americans pronounce it as…
Modern invented name
Variation of Tamara, popularized by Canadian singer Tamia.
Latin
"sun"
This female form of the ancient Latin Aelian has an appealing sound, though kids might have a hard time handling that initial "ae" spelling. Just remember that the "ae" is pronounced "ee" (think…
French from Latin
"coral"
Coralie is a French name not often heard here, though she's gaining some recognition via Neil Gaiman's similar sounding spooky and lovely children's book, Coraline . Other literary appearances:…
Elyza is a feminine name that emerged as a contemporary variant spelling of Eliza, which itself is a shortened form of Elizabeth. Elizabeth derives from the Hebrew name Elisheba, meaning "my God is…
Spanish, Portuguese
"free man"
Spanish and Portuguese form of Frances or Francesca
Kaniyah appears to be a contemporary given name that emerged in usage in the United States in the late 20th to early 21st century. The name may be a creative variation of names like Kania or Kanya,…
