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Malie is a feminine name with multicultural origins. In Hawaiian tradition, it means 'calm' or 'peaceful' and also refers to a fragrant native vine, connecting the name to both tranquility and…
English and French diminutive of Matilda, German
"battle-mighty"
If Maude isn't vintage enough for you, you may try Maudie, an antique nickname for Matilda last popular at the turn of the 20th century. Actress Maude Apatow introduced her name to a new generation…
French, variation of Noel
"Christmas"
A pretty and fresh-sounding variation of the Christmasy classic Noelle. Several spelling variations were used for a handful of babies in recent years, including Noeli, Noellie, Noely, and Noelie.
English from Greek
"night or water nymph"
Variant of Nyx or Nixie
Rozalie is a Polish and Czech spelling variant of Rosalie, a feminine name derived from Latin "rosa" meaning "rose." This Eastern European version maintains the floral association while offering a…
Variation of Sosi, Armenian, or diminutive of Susan or Sophie, Hebrew, Greek
"palm tree; lily; wisdom"
Sweet and cosy but with substance too, Sosie is a rare, multicultural name. Used as a short form of Susan, Sosan, Sophie and Sophia, it could make a fresh alternative to Suzy, Izzy, or Josie;…
Ashlie is a feminine name representing a variant spelling of Ashley, which originated as an Old English surname meaning 'ash tree clearing' or 'meadow of ash trees.' This alternative spelling gained…
Calie is a feminine name that likely developed as a variant spelling of Callie, which itself originated as a diminutive of Caroline or Callista. The name has a bright, cheerful quality with its soft…
Delaynie is a feminine name that appears to be a modern, elaborated spelling of Delaney, which originated as an Irish surname derived from 'Dubh Sláine' meaning 'dark challenger' or 'black defiance.'…
Diminutive of Fergus
One Fergie was an aberration. But two women with that nickname -- the duchess and the Black Eyed Pea -- might make a trend.
Diminutive of Frances, English from Latin
"from France; free man"
Francie is one of the most neglected nicknames for Frances, despite having more style value than Franny and Fanny and being more unique than Frankie. We'd love to see it get more use, whether as a…
Frannie is a charming feminine diminutive typically derived from Frances or Francesca. These parent names have Latin origins meaning 'from France' or 'free one.' Frannie carries a warm, friendly,…
Short form of Elizabeth, Isabella, or Abigail, Hebrew
"pledged to God; my father is joyful"
Playful, zippy nicknames like Indie, Joni, Scottie, and Stevie are on the rise, and this quirky alternative to Izzy and Libby joined their ranks in 2024 when it was given to 58 girls, compared to…
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,…
Kasie is a feminine name that emerged as a modern variation of Casey or as a phonetic spelling of the initials K.C. While Casey has Irish origins meaning 'vigilant' or 'watchful,' Kasie developed as…
Kimmie is a feminine name that originated as a diminutive form of Kim, which itself is typically a shortened form of Kimberly. Kimberly has English origins, derived from the place name in South…
American invented name
One of a handful of invented names inspired by the COVID-19 pandemic, along with Kovid and Krown.
Melonie is a feminine name that represents a spelling variation of Melanie, which has Greek origins meaning "dark" or "black." This alternative spelling maintains the melodic sound and sweet…
Sydnie is a modern feminine variant spelling of Sydney/Sidney, a name with Anglo-Saxon origins derived from French place names combining 'Saint Denis' or from Old English elements meaning 'wide…
Tobie as a feminine name is a variant of Toby, which itself originated as a diminutive of Tobias. The name derives from the Hebrew name Toviyah (טוביה), meaning 'God is good.' While Tobie is…