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English variation of Lavinia, Latin
This vintage name is still used today among the Amish.
Makiyah is a feminine name with contemporary origins, emerging as a creative variation of names like Mikaiah or Micaiah, which derive from Hebrew meaning 'who is like God?' The name gained traction…
Combination of Mary and Jose
"drop of the sea, bitter, or beloved + god increases"
An unconventional Spanish and Portuguese smoosh name made up of feminine Maria and masculine Jose. Maria ultimately derives from the Hebrew name Maryam/Mariam. The original meaning of Maryam is…
Marlena is a feminine name with various European origins, primarily formed as a blend of 'Maria' and 'Elena' or 'Magdalena.' The name carries a romantic, elegant quality while maintaining strength.…
Hebrew, German
"I will praise the Lord or wealth"
Pretty Hebrew name that would create a strong but feminine impression, as well as a variant of the Germanic name Odilia or Ottilie.
Variation of Samara, Hebrew, Arabic
"under God's rule, companion in night conversation"
Samarah is a feminine name with Arabic and Hebrew influences. In Arabic, it may be related to words meaning 'evening conversation' or 'night talk,' referring to pleasant discussions that extend into…
French from Hebrew
"burning ones"
Seraphine is the Gallic version of the angelic name Seraphina. But while Seraphina has been rising rapidly since Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck chose it for their second daughter, Seraphine has been…
Hebrew
"God is glory"
The name of the mother of Miriam, Aaron and Moses in the Old Testament. Yocheved was also the name of one of the three daughters of the medieval Talmudic scholar, Rashi. Famous modern-day bearers…
Pakistani, Arabic
"her father"
A significant choice in Islamic tradition, Abeeha (and its alternative spelling, Abiha), derive from a nickname given to Fatima, a daughter of the Prophet Muhammad. The full version of the nickname…
English Surname
"town of Anis; Annie's town"
Actor couple Chyler Leigh and Nathan West added this one to the lexicon when they adapted the surname of actress Jennifer Aniston as their daughter's first name, Anniston. With its similarity to both…
French feminine diminutive form of Antoine
"priceless one"
This feminization of Anthony, like other early French forms, such as Babette and Nanette, is not heard as often as it once was, but it could be time for a reappraisal of this delicate Gallic choice.…
Place name
"river by a field"
As all good Anne of Green Gables buffs would know, Avonlea is the fictional Canadian town created by L. M. Montgomery that Anne Shirley considers home. The literary creation inspired a real Canadian…
Kiswahili
"firm"
This could make a hauntingly evocative name for an American child, striking the perfect balance of the unusual and the familiar. Imara's meaning adds further appeal placing it among the special class…
Khalessi gained popularity following the success of the television series 'Game of Thrones,' where 'Khaleesi' (with a slightly different spelling) was a title meaning 'queen' or 'ruler' in the…
Leiana is a beautiful feminine name with possible Hawaiian origins, though it may also be a modern creation combining the popular prefix "Lei-" with the suffix "-ana." In Hawaiian contexts, "lei"…
Modern invented name
Riverlyn is a contemporary feminine name combining nature elements with a lyrical suffix. This modern compound name blends 'River'—representing flowing water, continuity, and natural beauty—with the…
Place-name
Sonora may be a more unusual and melodic choice than Sierra, but this Mexican state name may sound too much like Senora to work as a name.
Stefany is a feminine variant of the name Stephanie, which derives from the Greek name Stephanos, meaning "crown" or "garland." This spelling variation maintains the same pronunciation while offering…
Aalayah is a feminine name that represents a creative spelling variation of Aaliyah, which has Arabic origins meaning "high," "exalted," or "rising." The name gained significant recognition in…
Greek
"truth"
Alethea, the name of the Greek goddess of truth, came into fashion in England in the 16th century, in tandem with the virtue names. Alethea may find new favor now, thanks to its similarity to Athena,…
