By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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Modern invented name
Caylee was the third fastest-rising name in 2009 and peaked then at Number 263, but has since dropped in the charts, perhaps due to the Caylee Anthony association.
Similar to Malaysia, except completely invented.
Variation of Aurelia, Auriel, or Aureola, Latin
"golden"
Aurelia and Aurora meet Aubriella and Gabriella in this elaborate, golden name. First appearing in the US stats back in 2005, a recent year saw it given 74 girls.
Variation of Solana
"sunny, sunshine"
A variation of rising star Solana, Solani is a sunny choice that likely draws inspiration from Hawaiian style names like Leilani and Kehlani. While it could mean "sunny" or "sunshine", you could say…
Variation of Carly, English
"free man"
Carleigh, a fancier way of spelling Carly, reflects the trend toward trying to make an ordinary name more special by fiddling with the spelling. Yes, Leigh is a feminine way to spell Lee, so Carleigh…
Variation of Camden
"winding valley"
There are 20 times as many baby boys named Camden as baby girls, but only twice as many boys given the Camdyn spelling as girls, making this version a much more gender-neutral choice.
A variation of Allison that was in the Top 1000 from 2008 to 2010, but has since fallen far out of favor.
Invented name
Vanellope is a Disney creation, given to the protagonist of "Wreck it Ralph" and now a character on Sugar Rush. She is energetic, tomboyish and very sassy. Read more about Vanellope and other Disney…
Variation of Kaylee and Kali with the popular "-leigh" suffix.
American variation of Aurelia or Aria, Latin
"the golden one or air"
Auria is a highly unusual choice with a pleasant aura. As cousin names Aurelia and Aurora become more prominent, Auria is getting some attention too. About 50 baby girls were called Auria in the US…
Modern creation
"God has helped; God is my rock"
A modern name with a cool Z initial, Ziraili may have drawn inspiration from Zuriel and Zuriela ("God is my rock") or perhaps Azrael, Izrail, and Israel ("God has helped"; "God contends"). Appearing…
Variation of Koa or Koach, Hawaiian, Hebrew
"warrior; strength"
Likely used as a spin on Koa with a hint of Noah about it too, this form debuted in the US charts for boys in 2025. The same year saw it (quietly) rise for girls too, with 51 babies given the name,…
Modern American phonetic spelling of Georgia
This simplified form of the lovely name Georgia was spotlighted by the actress Jorja Fox, and seems to be making inroads; rocker Bret Michaels chose it for his daughter. Still, we'd opt for the…
American, invented name
Adding an extra 'R' to Kiera makes it rhyme with the fashionable Sierra. Kierra is a more distinctive choice than Kiera, Keira, or Kyra, all similarly pronounced, but there may be some pronunciation…
American variation of Kayla
"laurel, crown, wreath"
A contemporary choice, Kayley blends elements of Kayla, Hayley, Michaela, and Keeley. Likely invented as a variation of Kayla, it can be considered a combination of popular sounds, though it may also…
Modern invention
"clearing by the lake"
A modern creation, blending word name Lake with that poular -ley (or ly ) suffix, giving it the evocative meaning of "clearing or meadow by the lake". In a recent year, 43 girls were given the name.
Elaboration of Dayana, Spanish and Kazakh
"heavenly, faith"
Former Miss Universe and former Mrs. Marc Anthony, Dayanara Torres has made a more lasting success of her name.
American invented name
The newest addition to the Kylie, Rylie family, really catching on with some parents.
Variation of Kiyomi, Japanese
"pure and beautiful"
Debuting in the US stats back in 2020, Keyomi likely emerged as an alternative spelling to Japanese Kiyomi — a fast rising choice in 2025. As such, Keyomi too has seen increased attention, given to…
Variation of Courtney, English from French
"short nose; courteous, from the court"
This spelling variation of Courtney has been popularized by celebrity Kourtney Kardashian.
