By Pamela Redmond · Updated October 2026
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Emeralda is a feminine name derived from the precious green gemstone emerald, with an elaborated romantic ending. It likely developed as a variation of Esmeralda, which comes from the Spanish word…
Spanish, Greek
"rainbow"
Iridiana is a name, predominantly used in Mexico, used as an even more elaborate form of Iridián. Both of these names are related to the Greek name Iris, who in Greek mythology was the…
Petronila is a feminine name of Latin origin, derived from Petronius, an ancient Roman family name related to 'petros' meaning 'rock' or 'stone'. It's essentially a variant of Petronilla, which…
Spanish
"good fortune"
Ventura started life as a shortening of Bonaventura, Spanish for good luck or good fortune, but now stands on its own. It has a pleasant sound and the stylish 'V' ending, but Angelenos would…
Hosefina appears to be a rare feminine name that may have developed as a variant of Josefina, the Spanish feminine form of Joseph, which means "God will add" in Hebrew. The 'H' spelling could…
Josefana is a feminine name that appears to be an elaborate form of Josefa, the feminine version of Joseph, which means 'God will add' in Hebrew. This extended variation maintains the biblical…
"mirror of the sea"
Evocative Spanish city name that would make a one-of-a-kind given name.
Bernadina is a feminine name derived from the Germanic elements 'bern' meaning 'bear' and 'hard' meaning 'brave' or 'strong.' It's the feminine form of Bernard or a variation of Bernadette, which…
Chefa is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins. In Spanish contexts, it can function as a feminine form of 'chef' or relate to 'jefa,' meaning 'female boss' or 'leader.' The name may also…
Spanish, diminutive feminine variation of JosÉ
Personification of pep.
Joseva is a feminine name that appears to be a variation of the name Joseph, which has Hebrew origins meaning 'God will add' or 'God will increase.' In some cultures, particularly in Fiji and parts…
Chepita is a feminine name with Hispanic origins, functioning primarily as an affectionate diminutive of Josefa (the feminine form of Joseph). The name carries warmth and familiarity in…
Eleticia is a feminine name that appears to be a variation of Leticia or Laetitia, which derive from Latin origins meaning 'joy' or 'happiness.' The addition of the 'E' prefix gives this uncommon…
Bernardita is a feminine name of German origin, being the Spanish diminutive form of Bernarda, the female version of Bernard. The name means 'brave as a bear' or 'strong, brave bear,' combining…
Pepina is a feminine name with Spanish and Italian origins, functioning as a diminutive form of Josefa or Josephine, ultimately derived from the Hebrew name Joseph meaning 'God will add'. This…
Peopa is an extremely rare feminine name with obscure origins. It may have connections to various indigenous or Pacific Island naming traditions, though specific etymological roots are difficult to…
"covered with gold"
An unusual old school name which is made more modern by that fashionable El- beginning.
Eduina is a feminine name with Germanic and Spanish linguistic influences, likely derived as a feminine form of Edwin or Eduardo. The name combines the Germanic elements 'ead' meaning 'wealth,…
"blessed one"
There are several fine Ben-beginning boy's names, such as BENJAMIN and BENEDICT, but girls names like this and BENJAMINA don't fare as well.
Diega is the feminine form of Diego, a name with Spanish origins derived from Santiago (St. James). The name ultimately traces back to the Hebrew name Ya'akov (Jacob), meaning 'supplanter.' While…
