By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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Maori form of Josephine, Hebrew
"Jehovah increases"
Māori form of Josephine. This was the birth name of activist and Māori elder Dame Whina (FEE-na) Cooper.
Akan
"born on Friday"
The Akan people of Ghana and the Ivory Coast frequently name their children after the day of the week they were born and the order in which they were born. Most Ghanaians have a name using this…
Twi
"Born on a Wednesday"
Greek, meaning unknown
An elaborate way to get to Cleo, rooted in Greek mythology. Cleocharia was a water nymph married to King Lelex of Laconia.
"Born on a Tuesday"
Pashto
"sad, grieved"
This name has a hauntingly appropriate meaning for its most famous bearer, Pakistani women and children's right activist and Nobel Peace Prize winner, Malala Yousefzai. The name itself is derived…
French feminine variation of Petronius, Latin
"yokel, woodpecker, stone"
So many names sound better with a French accent, and Petronille is one of them: it feels unusual in an elegant way. Usually spelled as Pétronille, it is derived from the Latin Petronius, possibly…
Botanical name
Ixora is a type of flowering plant which in tropical climates flower all year round. Ixora is important in Hindu worship. Ixora is also the name of an album by Florida-based band Copeland.
Meaning unknown
Badaidra is an unusual name with some usage in the US.
Voncille is a rare feminine name that emerged in the southern United States during the early 20th century. It appears to be a creative combination possibly derived from the French prefix 'von'…
English
"day for religious observance"
Holyday is an archaic term from which "holiday" is derived. It would make a meaningful middle for a child born on an important religious holiday.
from the Greek Thessaly, a region of Ancient Greece
Thessaly is the name of an area of Greece, known for being near Mount Olympus. This variation lends itself to the nickname Sally. You may also wish to consider the name Larissa, which is the capital…
Lily Ann combines the popular floral name Lily with the classic grace of Ann, creating a sweet double name that balances nature-inspired charm with traditional elegance. Lily, derived from the Latin…
Gracie Mai combines two feminine names with different origins and a sweet, Southern charm. Gracie is a diminutive of Grace, which comes from the Latin 'gratia' meaning 'favor' or 'thanks' and has…
Greek
"joy, merriment"
The name of one of the three Graces or Charities in Greek mythology, put on the earth to fill it with pleasant moments and goodwill.
Arabic
"fragrant"
An intriguing Arabic option, also spelled Qitara.
Fathima is a feminine name of Arabic origin, representing a variant spelling of Fatima, which means 'one who abstains' or 'one who weans an infant.' The name holds significant importance in Islamic…
Evie Mai combines the popular diminutive name Evie with the sweet, simple middle name Mai. Evie, a charming nickname for names like Eve, Eva, or Evelyn, derives from Hebrew origins meaning 'life' or…
Demi Leigh is a feminine compound name combining two distinct elements. 'Demi' derives from French, meaning 'half' or 'small,' and has gained popularity as a standalone name through celebrities like…
Lexi May combines the contemporary nickname Lexi with the traditional middle name May. Lexi, a diminutive of Alexandra or Alexis, derives from Greek meaning 'defender' or 'helper of mankind,' and has…
