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Greek
"good repute, glory"
In Greek Mythology, Eucleia was the spirit of glory and good repute. She was a member of the younger Charites.
Finnish form of Helena
"bright, shining light"
Finnish variation of Helena
Nature name
A genus of birds in the flycatcher family, Elaenia is one of the many unique baby names in the Elena family. But that spelling is sure to trip up some people.
Invented name
A famous bearer is Valaida Snow (1904-1956), an American jazz musician who achieved international renown.
Modern invented name
This name received modest usage throughout the twentieth century, though it was never given to more than a handful of girls in any given year. Its etymology most likely involves the combination of…
Spanish
"holm oak"
Common Spanish surname, used by Penelope Cruz and Javier Bardem as the middle name for their children Leo and Luna.
Finnish
"twinflower"
A quirky Finnish nature name – sister to the Swedish Linnea – which could make for a cute and creative choice to honor family heritage or for a twin baby girl.
Cairistìona is a feminine Scottish Gaelic form of Christina, meaning 'follower of Christ' or 'Christian.' This melodic name carries deep Celtic heritage and traditional Scottish roots. The…
English
"rose of May"
A quirky twist on Rosemary or a combo of the popular elements Rose and May, this would make a lovely traditional yet surprising middle name. It also works the other way around: Mayrose.
Urhobo
"white"
Tyeesha appears to be a modern name that emerged in American naming practices during the late 20th century. The name likely combines the popular prefix 'Ty-' with the ending '-eesha,' which shows…
Molly Mae is a sweet, melodic feminine compound name combining two traditional favorites. Molly originated as a diminutive of Mary, derived from Hebrew meaning "bitter" or "sea of bitterness," though…
French
"from Evreux; riverbank"
A variation of Deveraux, a habitational name related to the town of Evreux in France. The name Evreux itself is likely adapted from the Gallic tribe the Eburovices and whose name means "yew tree",…
Armenian variation of Ziazan
"rainbow"
Fun and zippy Z name with a cute meaning to boot.
English surname
"from Apperley"
Made famous by Gossip Girl character Epperly Lawrence, Dan and Blair's boss at W Magazine.
Armenian
Armenian variation of Anahita.
"dove"
Gorgeous and definitely wearable for a Western baby girl.
French feminine version of Clement, Latin
"mild, merciful"
Variation of Clementine.
Esme Rose combines the distinctive first name Esme with the classic middle name Rose. Esme derives from the Old French 'esmer' meaning 'to esteem' or 'to love,' while Rose refers to the flower,…
