By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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Susanne is a feminine name representing a French and German variation of Susan, ultimately derived from the Hebrew name Shoshana meaning 'lily' or 'rose.' With its elegant double 'n' and silent 'e'…
Scandinavian
"will, determination"
Ulla, the beautiful Swedish secretary in The Producers (played by Uma Thurman in the movie) who purrs, "Ven you got it, flaunt it," has changed the image of this name forever. Ulla may stand on its…
German
"grace + god is my light"
A pretty and substantial German smoosh name, a combination of Hanne and Eleonore. Most popular in Germany from the 1930s to the 1950s. Former German Chancellors Helmut Kohl and Helmut Schmidt both…
Isobelle represents an elegant variation of the classic name Isabel or Isabella, featuring the distinctive French-influenced spelling. This feminine name has deep historical roots, ultimately…
German short form of Eleanor
Leonore is a melodic variation of the wide range of names related to Eleanor and, via a different root, Leonie that are so stylish throughout Europe right now and bound for greater visibility in the…
"small brook"
Rilla dropped out of the US Top 1000 in 1915, but it's starting to feel like an intriguing possibility again in this age of short, sweet, a-ending names for girls. It is traditionally a short form…
"brave as a bear"
As dated as the old Pat Boone song.
Danish, Norwegian, German, Dutch
"grace"
This spin on the popular Hannah is widely-used in Europe and pronounced similarly to Hannah. It may also be a short form of Johanne, from John/Joan.
Latin
"youthful or sky father"
Variant of Julianne
Isobella is a feminine name that represents a beautiful variation of Isabella, which itself derives from Elizabeth. With Hebrew origins, the name ultimately means 'pledged to God' or 'God is my…
German; Scandinavian; Finnish; Dutch; Slovene; Croatian, from Greek
"pure"
A sweet and international short form of Catherine, pronounced like Katya and used in various European languages.
"horse protection"
The kind of serious old-school name that sounds appealing again; perfect for the intrepid baby namer. More commonly spelled Rosamund but highly unusual these days in either version, with fewer than…
"charming friend"
Native-American feel via similarity to Winona.
Frerika is an unusual feminine name that may have originated as a variant of Frederica or Frederika, the feminine forms of Frederick. These names derive from Germanic elements meaning 'peaceful…
Bertilde is a feminine name with Germanic origins, combining the elements 'beraht' meaning 'bright' or 'famous' and 'hild' meaning 'battle.' This powerful combination creates a meaning along the…
Friederika is a feminine name of Germanic origin, serving as a variant of Frederica, the feminine form of Frederick. The name means 'peaceful ruler' or 'power of peace,' combining the elements…
German, diminutive of Frederica
"peaceful ruler"
Like Mitzi, the bubbly Fritzi shows signs of rising again. Has a bit of a comic-strip feel.
Berrti is a feminine name that appears to be a creative variation of names like Bertie, Bertha, or Berta. These names share Germanic origins from the element 'beraht,' meaning 'bright' or 'famous.'…
Feminine variation of Frederick, English from German
Frederica is an interesting possibility for the parent unintimidated by its old-fashioned formality, and who can appreciate the vintage charm and verve lurking beneath its stuffiness. The name…
Berrta is an uncommon variant spelling of Berta or Bertha, a feminine name with Germanic origins meaning 'bright' or 'famous.' The distinctive double 'r' spelling gives this traditional name a unique…
