By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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Emmery is a feminine name with Germanic roots, derived from elements meaning 'work ruler' or 'industrious leader.' It's a variant of Emery or Emory, which were traditionally surnames before becoming…
Italian variation of Juliet, English from Latin
"youthful or sky father"
Giulietta is the Italian diminutive form of Giulia, which derives from the Latin name Julia. This feminine name carries a distinctly romantic and melodious quality, perhaps best known internationally…
Gwenivere is a variant spelling of Guinevere, the name of King Arthur's queen in Arthurian legend. Derived from Welsh elements meaning 'fair, white, blessed' and 'spirit, fairy,' the name carries…
Janylah is a contemporary feminine name that appears to be a modern creation, likely inspired by the popularity of names beginning with 'Jan-' and ending with the feminine suffix '-lah' or '-la.'…
Combination of flower name Lilly and Anna
Here's a name that turns crosses cultures when spelled Liliana but could be down on the farm when fashioned Lillyanna.
Latin word name
"of great worth, expensive"
Though many might find it too syrupy, hundreds of parents each year choose this name for their daughters to make them feel special. Precious Ramotswe is the engaging African sleuth in the popular No.…
Samari is a modern feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a creative variant of Samaria, the ancient city in the Middle East, or a feminine form of Samario. Some parents choose it as…
Place-name
Sicily is a lilting Italian place-name that sounds like the elegant British Cicely -- which you might consider a plus or a minus.
Sofiya is a feminine name of Slavic origin, representing the Eastern European variant of the popular Greek name Sophia. It means 'wisdom' or 'knowledge' and has deep historical roots across many…
Variation of Alani, Hawaiian
"orange tree"
Creative Alani spelling gaining traction.
Allana is a feminine name with Scottish and Gaelic roots, derived from the masculine name Alan or Allan, meaning "handsome" or "cheerful." The feminine form adds a soft ending that enhances its…
Analy is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be derived from 'Anna,' meaning 'grace,' combined with the popular '-ly' suffix, or it could be a variation of 'Analia,' which has…
Eleana is a feminine name representing a variant of Elena or Eleanor, with Greek and Provençal origins. The name ultimately derives from the Greek 'Helenē,' possibly meaning 'torch' or 'bright one.'…
Hazelynn is a feminine name that combines the nature-inspired name 'Hazel' with the popular suffix 'lynn.' Hazel refers to the hazelnut tree and the greenish-brown color, deriving from Old English…
Romanian, from Greek
"torch; shining light"
A trendy and fashionable-sounding Romanian name with rich history. There was a mythical Romanian princess with the name, and it was also a name used by real-life Romanian royalty.
Hawaiian or Danish variation of Katherine or Karen
"pure"
Kalena is one of those names that has a pleasant-if-synthetic feel. Research turns up a range of origins and meanings, but the most reliable peg it as a derivation of Katherine.
Roman
"grove or light"
Lucina, deriving from Latin lucus "grove" and also associated with lux "light", is an epithet given in Roman mythology to the goddess Juno (and sometimes also Diana) in her role as goddess of…
Aramaic and Hebrew
"light"
Beguiling cousin of Sahara.
Yetzali is a feminine name of Nahuatl (Aztec) origin from Mexico. It carries beautiful meanings associated with nature, often translated as 'delicate blue stone,' 'precious stone,' or 'turquoise.' In…
Russian variation of Irina, Arabic variation of Arshia
"peace; throne"
