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Spelling variation of Jody
The Jodie spelling might be even more obscure, at this point, than the fading original, except actresses Jodie Foster and Jodie Sweetin have kept it in the public eye.
Russian diminutive of Tatiana
Long integrated into the U. S. name pool but still retaining some Slavic flavor, Tanya feels a bit tired; it's ready for replacement by cooler Russian choices like Sasha, Mischa, or parent name…
Jodi is a feminine name that originated as a diminutive of Judith or Joan. With Hebrew roots, it carries the beautiful meaning of "praised" or "Jehovah increases." Gaining significant popularity in…
Romanian, Croatian
"twin"
Toma is one of the handful of names that has different versions for boys and girls. For boys, it's the Romanian and Croatian short form of Thomas.
Spanish variation of Titus
Has diverse associations: the long-term Communist head of Yugoslavia, one of Michael Jackson's older brothers, and an animated Disney character -- none of them a very strong recommendation.
Demond likely developed as a variant of Desmond, which originated as an Irish surname derived from "Deas-mumhan" meaning "South Munster." Another possibility is that it emerged as a variant of…
Greek, alternate form of Demeter
Demetria is a dramatic ancient Greek earth goddess possibility with the star-studded nickname Demi. Young actor/singer/songwriter Demi Lovato was born Demetria, but contrary to common hearsay, Demi…
Demetrios is a masculine name of Greek origin, representing the original Greek form of Demetrius. Derived from Demeter, the Greek goddess of agriculture and fertility, the name literally means…
Joleen is a feminine name that emerged as a variation of Jolene, which itself is likely a combination of Jo (from Josephine) and the suffix -leen or -lene. The name gained recognition through Dolly…
Corrina is a feminine name with Latin and Greek origins, derived from the name Corinna, meaning 'maiden' or possibly 'beautiful maiden.' The name appears in classical literature and mythology, most…
Antione is a masculine name that appears to be a variant spelling of Antoine, the French form of Anthony. Derived from the Roman family name Antonius, it ultimately comes from unknown Etruscan…
Che is a masculine name with significant historical and cultural connections. Most famously associated with Ernesto 'Che' Guevara, the Argentine revolutionary, the name carries strong political…
English variation of Cecilia
"blind"
This frilly Victorian name is a variant of Cecilia and Cecily, with which it might well be confused. Cicely was a surprise choice for comedienne Sandra Bernhard. Literary Cicelys can be found in Sir…
Holli is a feminine name that emerged as a variant spelling of Holly, which derives from the English word for the holly tree with its distinctive red berries and green leaves. This alternative…
Damond is a masculine name that originated as a variation of Desmond or Diamond. The name Desmond comes from Irish elements meaning 'man of the world' or from a place name in Munster, Ireland. As…
Kristie is a feminine name primarily used in English-speaking countries as a diminutive or variant of Christine, Christina, or Kristen. Derived from the Latin 'Christiana,' it ultimately traces back…
Arabic
"pure"
Technically a boy's name, but certainly one that would work in the Western culture for a girl, especially after the release of Black Panther , in which it was the name of Lupita Nyong'o's fiery…
Kesha is a feminine name with several possible origins. It may be a variant spelling of Keisha, which emerged in the United States in the mid-20th century and gained popularity in the 1970s.…
Telly emerged as a nickname for names like Aristotle or Telemakhos, but gained recognition primarily through Greek-American television personality Telly Savalas, famous for his role as Kojak in the…
Carri is a feminine name with origins as a variant of Caroline or Carol, which derive from the Germanic name Karl, meaning "free man" or "full-grown." This shorter, modern spelling emerged in the…