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Jettie is a charming feminine name with American roots, often used as a diminutive form of Henrietta or Juliet, though it now frequently stands on its own. Popular in the early 20th century,…
Spanish, Italian, Greek
"epiphany, appearance, manifesation"
A spiritual choice within Christian tradition, Epifanio is associated with the visit of Magi to the infant Christ. Sometimes known as Three Kings' Day in Western Christianity, in Eastern Christian…
Toney is a masculine name with English origins, traditionally used as a variant spelling of Tony, which itself is a diminutive of Anthony. The name Anthony derives from the Roman family name…
German, Russian and Scandinavian variation of Margaret
"pearl"
A common name in many cultures, sometimes spelled Margarethe.
Literary name
"little she-bear; peace; good natured, charm"
A literary name with a simple yet alluring sound, Sula may appeal as an alternative to those who like Lula, Lola, Susannah, and Tallulah. The protagonist and titular character of Toni Morrison's 1973…
Sarrah is a feminine variant of Sarah, which has Hebrew origins meaning "princess" or "noblewoman." This spelling variation adds a distinctive touch while maintaining the name's ancient heritage.…
Lott is a masculine name with biblical and Germanic origins. Primarily found as a surname, it derives from the biblical figure Lot, nephew of Abraham in the Book of Genesis. The name comes from…
Dellia is a feminine name that likely originated as a variation of names like Delia or Cordelia. Delia comes from Greek origins meaning "visible" or "of Delos" (an island in Greece), while Cordelia…
Place name and Spanish from Latin
"flowery"
Lacks the cachet of some newer place-names.
Lalla is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins, appearing in North African, Arabic, and Indian traditions. In Morocco, it's a term of respect for women, particularly those of high status,…
Lonie is a diminutive feminine name that likely originated as a nickname for names like Leona, Ilona, or even longer names like Apollonia. With French and Greek influences, Lonie has a sweet, vintage…
Margrett is a feminine name representing an alternative spelling of Margaret, which derives from Greek 'margarites' meaning 'pearl.' This variant with the double 't' ending gives the classic name a…
Variation of Ora, Latin
"prayer"
Orra and Ora are simple yet rare names with a lovely religious meaning.
Benjaman represents an alternative spelling of the more traditional Benjamin, a name with Hebrew origins meaning "son of the right hand" or "son of the south." This variant spelling with an 'a' in…
American place-name
One of the Great Lakes and a city next to it, named after a Native American people. This name swings between being more popular for boys and girls, but is currently rare for both. It could also be…
English, Welsh, and Spanish surname
"of the East"
For some, a name that will evoke the beauty of the national park in the Colorado Rockies.
English
"gray settlement"
Sweet and southern-feeling, maybe thanks to Horton Foote, author of Tender Mercies and The Trip to Bountiful, not to mention the Dr. Seuss connection.
"town near the moor"
An English family name used a few generations ago as an Anglicization of Moses, but hardly heard since th 1950s.
Norse
"defended by Thor"
Found as a first name primarily in baseball books giving the stats on the late New York Yankee Thurman Munson.
English from French
"alder"
Upper-class surname in England that might be prime for adoption here.