Eastern European Names
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Misha
Russian, diminutive of Mikhail
Misha was a boys' name with a soft feminine sound and vowel ending until actress Mischa Barton turned it to the girls' side. Now Misha, like Sasha, works as well in either spelling for girls and…
Michalina
Feminization of Michal, Polish
"who is like God?"
A classic name in Poland, where it has been in the Top 50 since 2007. Michalina is the feminine form of Michal, the Polish, Czech, and Slavic variation of Michael.
Michala
Michala is a feminine name derived from the Hebrew name Michael, meaning 'Who is like God?' It represents the feminine form of Michael in several Slavic languages, particularly Czech and Slovak,…
Mici
Mici is a charming feminine name with potential Hungarian roots, where it may function as a diminutive of Mária or other M-beginning names. In Romanian culture, it can be associated with the word for…
Michailya
Michailya is a feminine name that appears to be a modern elaboration combining elements of Michelle or Michael with creative suffix elements similar to names like Kayla or Mikayla. The spelling with…
Mihálya
Mihálya is the feminine form of Mihály, the Hungarian version of Michael, which derives from Hebrew meaning 'Who is like God?' This name demonstrates the Hungarian linguistic tradition of adapting…
Mikhailya
Mikhailya is a feminine name that represents a creative feminization of Mikhail, the Russian form of Michael, which derives from Hebrew meaning "who is like God?" The name blends Slavic tradition…
Mishenka
Mishenka is a feminine name of Russian origin, functioning as an affectionate diminutive form of Mikhail/Michael (masculine) or Misha (which can be used for either gender). In Russian naming…
Milada
Czech
"my love"
An unusual spin on Mila and Milena.
Cristina
Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Catalan, and Romanian variation of Christina, Greek
"a Christian"
Cristina is one case where the streamlined version feels more alluring. Cristina is found more often than Christina in many European countries and cultures, including Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking…
Minka
Polish diminutive of Mina, short form of Wilhelmina, German
"resolute protection"
In the contemporary US, Minka attracted notice via actress Minka Kelly, who played the gorgeous Lyla on Friday Night Lights . This cute and lively nickname name can (and does) certainly stand on its…
Mischa
Russian, diminutive of Mikhail
This was a 100 percent boys' name till the willowy Mischa Barton of TV's "The OC" made it unisex, a la Sascha.
Nada
Arabic, Serbian, Croatian, Slovene, Macedonian
"dew at sunrise; hope"
Concise Nada is a cross-cultural choice with pleasant meanings. In Arabic, it is derived from nadan meaning "dew, moisture", though other possible translations include "caller" and "goodness". As a…
Nadya
Slavic and Russian
"hope"
Nadya and Nadia are Eastern European short forms -- for the more difficult Nadezhda -- now fully accepted on their own.
Nastusia
Nastusia is a feminine name with Slavic roots, particularly found in Ukrainian and Polish cultures. It evolved as a diminutive form of Anastasia, which originates from the Greek word 'anastasis'…
Aliz
Hungarian variation of Alice, from German
"noble"
Aliz, traditionally spelt Alíz, is a Top 50 name in Hungary and puts a zippy spin, thanks to that final z, on the classic Alice. Its similarity to names such as Elise may cause some confusion, but…
Nadyuska
Nadyuska is a feminine name with Slavic origins, particularly from Russian naming traditions. It represents a diminutive or affectionate form of names like Nadezhda (meaning 'hope') with the addition…
Dusya
Dusya is a feminine name of Slavic origin, primarily used in Russian-speaking cultures. It functions as a diminutive or endearing form of names like Eudoxia (meaning 'good reputation' or 'good…
Nadyenka
Nadyenka is a feminine name with Slavic origins, functioning as an affectionate diminutive of Nadezhda, which means "hope" in Russian. This elaborately beautiful name carries the warmth of Russian…
Ivana
Feminine variation of Ivan
A rarely used Slavic name until the Czech-born ex-Mrs. Trump took it over the top. Daughter's name Ivanka adds a dollop of charm.