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Simona is a feminine name of Italian and Eastern European origin, serving as the feminine form of Simon, which derives from the Hebrew name Shimon, meaning 'he has heard.' This elegant name has…
Aayla is a feminine name that gained recognition primarily through the Star Wars character Aayla Secura, a blue-skinned Twi'lek Jedi Knight introduced in the prequel films. Before this fictional…
Adaly is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a modern variation of Adele or Adelaide, Germanic names meaning "noble" or "nobility." Alternatively, it could be related to the…
French
"to entice, attract"
Sounds like a princess -- or an enticingly evil witch -- in a fairy tale.
Variation of Alana, Irish
"little rock, or harmony, concord"
Variation of Alana.
Feminine variation of Amado, Spanish
"loved"
Amada is an unusual Spanish name that's becoming more famous thanks to Ryan Gosling and Eva Mendes, who named their second daughter Amada Lee and their first Esmeralda Amada. Amada was also the name…
Ameri is a feminine name that could be interpreted as a shortened form of 'America' or 'American,' evoking patriotic associations in the United States. It may also have independent roots in various…
Amoni appears to be a contemporary given name with several possible linguistic connections. It may relate to the biblical Ammonites (descendants of Ammon), though with a softened spelling.…
Ayani is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins. In Sanskrit, it means 'earth' or can be interpreted as 'beautiful blossom.' In some African traditions, particularly Swahili, it carries…
Hazely is a feminine name derived from the English word 'hazel,' referring to the hazel tree or the greenish-brown color. This nature-inspired name combines the traditional name Hazel with the trendy…
Jamilah is a feminine name of Arabic origin meaning 'beautiful,' 'lovely,' or 'graceful.' This name has been used throughout the Islamic world for centuries and carries strong positive connotations…
Hebrew
"dove; daytime"
Jemima, the name of a strong and beautiful Biblical daughter of Job, has long been among the chicest choices of aristocratic Brits, and has since shifted to be used more generally too, replacing…
Fictional name
"droplet"
A prominent character name from the animated series Avatar: The Last Airbender , derived from an Arabic word meaning "(water) droplet" — Katara belongs to a water tribe.
Kayliana is a feminine name that appears to be a modern blend of the popular names Kayla and Liana, or possibly an elaborate form of Kay or Kaylie with a romantic suffix. The name has a melodic…
Modern invention
"clearing by the lake"
A modern creation, blending word name Lake with that poular -ley (or ly ) suffix, giving it the evocative meaning of "clearing or meadow by the lake". In a recent year, 43 girls were given the name.
Milagro is a feminine name of Spanish origin meaning 'miracle.' This beautiful name carries profound spiritual significance in Hispanic culture, often given to children whose births were considered…
Greek
"ocean"
If you're a lover of the beach and sea, and want a name that relates to the largest body of water, there are several variations you could consider. Oceana is the female form of Oceanus, the god of…
Samora is a feminine name with multicultural roots. It has connections to both African and Slavic origins. In African contexts, particularly in Tanzania, it gained recognition through Samora Machel,…
Greek variation of Sapphire, Hebrew jewel name
"sapphire"
Sapphira is a lovely name which unfortunately has an unsavory Biblical history. The New Testament Sapphira was killed by God for lying about a tax payment. There's a Willa Cather novel called…
Hebrew; Amharic
"God is gracious"
This cross-cultural variation of Johanna is used in several areas throughout the world.
