By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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German diminutive of Cecilia or Celia
"blind"
Along with the more common Silke, a diminutive used in Germany for Cecilia and Celia. Both Silke and Zilke are unknown yet usable German names for girls .
English, Germanic
"temple path"
Helisent was used in the medieval days and has royal antecedents found in both France and Germany. Information on its origins is sketchy, but some say it's related to Elise or Helen or Heloise, or…
German diminutive of Margarethe
"pearl"
Meret is an interesting name found in several cultures. In Egyptian mythology, she was a goddess associated with singing, dancing and rejoicing and her meaning is 'beloved.' But the name also has…
German
"noble wolf"
Nein.
"strength of a spear"
Clunky Gertrude is heading towards obscurity in the US, but here's a variation that might intrigue - Gesine, also spelled Gesina. Gesine comes from the same roots - Geretrudis - and shares the name's…
French feminine version of Leopold
"brave people"
A sophisticated girls' name for those attracted to Leona, Leonie and Leonore.
French version of Germanic Ermendrud
"universal strength"
Ermentrude was the name of two medieval queens of France. Despite these distinguished beginnings, this antique name is unlikely to catch on with contemporary parents, perhaps because the first…
Wilhelmine is a feminine name of Germanic origin, serving as the female form of Wilhelm (William), which means 'resolute protector' or 'determined guardian.' Popular in Germany, Austria, and…
German and French feminine form of Christian
There are not one but two notable modern women with this name: journalist Christiane Amanpour and physician/author Christiane Northrup. In Germany, the pronunciation is kris-tee-AH-na while in…
Linchen is a feminine name with Germanic roots, functioning primarily as an affectionate diminutive form of names like Caroline, Karoline, Lina, or Angelina in German-speaking regions. The suffix…
Line is a feminine name with multiple origins and pronunciations. In Scandinavian countries, particularly Norway and Denmark, it's pronounced 'LEE-neh' and often serves as a diminutive of names like…
"famous in battle"
Old and aristocratic European name that would be tough for an American kid to pull off.
Konstanze is the German form of Constance, derived from the Latin name Constantia, meaning 'steadfastness' or 'constancy.' This elegant feminine name has historical connections to royalty and…
Constanz is a refined name with Latin origins, derived from 'constantia' meaning 'steadfastness' or 'constancy.' This variant spelling of the more common Constance gives the name a distinctive…
German diminutive of Cornelia
"horn"
Nele originated as a German nickname for Cornelia, but it superseded its mother name and has been a Top 50 name in Germany since 2000. Nell, or even the phonetic spelling, Nela, would be more…
Krystalle is a feminine name that represents an ornate variation of Crystal, which derives from the Greek word 'krustallos' meaning 'ice' or 'clear ice.' The distinctive spelling with 'K' and the…
"elfin vision"
A little too close to Cruella.
"brave warrior"
Just a few years ago, Dustin, Dylan, and Daryl seemed like radical, edgy names for girls; now even Great-aunt Alberta wouldn't raise an eyebrow.
German surname
"honor, bravery"
Conceivable middle name choice for admirers of flyer Amelia.
Editha is a feminine name of Old English and Germanic origin, representing an elegant, extended form of Edith. Derived from the elements 'ead' meaning 'wealth, fortune' and 'gyth' meaning 'war,…
