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Ivorie is a feminine name that evokes the luxurious substance ivory, with its creamy white color and precious nature. Likely a modern variant of Ivory, which itself began as a descriptive surname…
Kaycie is a feminine name that emerged as a modern variant spelling of Casey or Kasey. Originally an Irish surname derived from 'Cathasaigh' meaning 'vigilant' or 'watchful,' it transitioned to…
Lynnie is a feminine name that functions both as a diminutive of Lynne or Linda and as an independent given name. With English origins, it combines the Welsh element 'llyn' meaning 'lake' with the…
Sammie is a charming feminine name that originated as a diminutive nickname for Samantha or Samuel, though it now often stands as an independent given name. With Hebrew roots meaning 'name of God' or…
Variation of Amy or Aimee, French
"beloved"
Amy and all her sisters and cousins was such a popular name that this version was among the Top 1000 girl names in the US until the mid-90s. Last year only 32 baby girls were names Amie.
Diminutive of Dove or Deborah, English, Hebrew
"dove; bee"
Dovie was a fairly popular nickname name a century or more ago, dropping off the Top 1000 in the 1940s only to be heading back uphill now. Given to around 30 girls in a recent year, Dovie has a way…
Modern invented name
Skylie is a contemporary feminine name that combines the natural element 'sky' with the popular feminine suffix '-lie.' This modern creation reflects the trend toward nature-inspired names with a…
Variation of Daisy, diminutive of Margaret or flower name, English
"day's eye"
This spelling variation of Daisy ranks in the British Top 1000 but was only used for a few dozen baby girls last year in the US. At the end of the 19th century and beginning of the 20th, it made the…
Roselie is a charming feminine name combining the floral beauty of 'rose' with a melodic ending. It has French origins and is a variant of Rosalie, ultimately derived from Latin 'rosa' meaning…
Short form of Suzanne, Hebrew
"lily"
Suzie (and Susie) was the one of the It Nicknames of midcentury America, right up there with Debbie and Kathy. Suzie and all her sisters are off their popularity peak now, but not forever. Look for…
Audrie is a feminine name that serves as a variant spelling of Audrey, derived from the Anglo-Saxon name Æðelþryð, meaning 'noble strength.' This alternative spelling maintains the classic sound…
Avarie is a modern feminine name that has gained modest popularity in recent decades. It likely developed as a feminine variation of Avery or as a creative spelling of 'aviary,' meaning a place for…
Baylie is a feminine name that represents a modern variation of Bailey, which originated as an English surname derived from 'bailiff' or 'steward.' This charming name gained popularity in the late…
Variation of Birdie, English
"little bird"
Just the kind of vintage nickname (think Hattie, Josie, Mamie, Millie) that's coming back into style in a big way. Actress Busy Phillips named her little girl Birdie.
Nyellie is a feminine name that represents a modern, creative variation of names like Nellie or Nella. With its distinctive spelling and appealing 'Ny' beginning, it carries a contemporary flair…
Variation of Sonny, English
"son"
Madison, Addison, and Emerson are fairly well established in the US Top 1000 for girls, and now, some parents are considering Sonny and Sonnie for their daughters too. Given to nearly 90 girls…
Aylanie is a modern feminine name with possible roots in various linguistic traditions. It may be a creative variation of names like Alana, Elaine, or Ayla with an added feminine suffix. The name has…
Hadlie is a modern feminine name that represents a contemporary variation of names like Hadley or Hailey. With English origins, Hadlie emerged as a distinctive spelling in the early 21st century amid…
Diminutive of Marjorie or Jordan
Poet Jorie Graham is the best-known (okay: only known) bearer of this fresh, spirited spin on the Cory-Tory-Rory group. The boys' Jory is a Cornish nickname for George.
English slang
"aggressive energy, know-how"
Like Penn Jillette, you can have your own little brash babe.