By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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Feminine variation of Amir, Arabic
"commander, prince"
Emira is one of those pan-international names that feels pleasant enough but seems so unrooted to any one culture that it might as well be made up.
Evelia is a feminine name with Latin and Spanish origins. It derives from the Latin name Evelius, which may be related to 'aevum' meaning 'age' or 'eternity.' The name is most prevalent in Hispanic…
Arabic
"unique, precious pearl"
Farida is a Muslim name more distinctive than the Americanized Farah/Farrah.
Hungarian variation of Helen, Finnish
"shining torch; light; joy"
This variant of Helen is used across Europe, in France, Germany, Lithuania, Poland, and it's native Hungary. Reminiscent of Elena, Leona, Ilaria, Fiona and Lola, it nevertheless remains a rarity in…
Ishanvi is a feminine name of Indian origin, particularly popular in Hindu families. It combines elements of 'Ishan' (a name for Lord Shiva or the sun) and 'vi' (a feminine suffix denoting power or…
Ishika is a feminine name of Indian origin, primarily used in Hindu families. The name has Sanskrit roots and carries several beautiful meanings, including 'arrow,' 'ray of light,' or 'born of fire.'…
Jehlani is a modern feminine name with likely multicultural origins, though specific etymology is somewhat elusive. It may have roots in African or Middle Eastern naming traditions, possibly as a…
Kimaya is a feminine name with roots in multiple cultures. In Sanskrit, it means 'divine' or 'magical,' while some sources suggest it combines the Japanese 'kimi' (you) with 'aya' (colorful). In…
Eastern African
"adventurous traveler"
An African name more popular for boys, but with unisex potential.
English literary term from Greek Kyrie
In literature, a Kyrielle is a form of poetry that has rhyming couplets or quatrains. It originated with the French troubadour tradition. It is called a Kyrielle after the Christian Kyrie. In 2016,…
Hawaiian
"moon"
One name that encompasses several big baby name trends: Hawaiian names, word names and space-related names. Mahina ranks among Hawaii's top baby names for girls.
Spanish, variation of Mary
A pretty elaboration of Mary that's popular in Latin America, echoing the lilting sound of names like Nayeli and Araceli. Marely had a spike of popularity in the States 2007-8, inspired by a…
Hebrew or Egyptian
"drop of the sea, bitter, or beloved"
Russian, Ukrainian, and Bulgarian form of the classic Maria sure to cause a lifetime of spelling questions and pronunciation mistakes.
Naelani is a beautiful feminine name of Hawaiian origin that blends melodic sounds with deep cultural meaning. The name typically combines elements meaning 'heaven' or 'sky' and 'beautiful,' creating…
Nalaya is a feminine name with a melodic quality that has gained modest popularity in recent years. Its origins are somewhat debated, with possible roots in Native American languages, Arabic, or as a…
Spelling variation of Naiara, Basque place-name
Nayara or Naiara is a Basque name for a Spanish city where the Virgin Mary appeared in medieval times, now a popular girls' name throughout Spain.
Neilani is a beautiful feminine name blending Hawaiian and Polynesian elements. Often interpreted as a combination of 'nei' (beauty or glory) and 'lani' (heaven or sky), creating the meaning…
Nohemi is a feminine name of Hebrew origin, representing a variation of Noemi or Naomi, meaning 'pleasantness' or 'delight.' The name appears in the biblical Book of Ruth, where Naomi is Ruth's…
Ukrainian form of Salome, Hebrew
"peace"
Biblical Salome gets a solemn, dramatic makeover in this Ukrainian version. It is rare in the US, but gaining in numbers each year.
Choctaw, Native American
"leaping water"
