Latin Names for Girls

Columbia is a rarely used name with many associations. From the eighteenth century it has been used as a female personification of the United States, often appearing as a flag-draped patriotic figure. And as such it's inspired a plethora of place and company names, from the District of Columbia to Columbia University to Columbia Records, and songs like "Columbia, Gem of the Ocean." A character called Columbia appears in The Rocky Horror Picture Show.

Melodic and unusual, and she will outgrow any bib jokes.

Has a sweetness via its relation to such words as dulcet; other similar possibilities are DULCE, DULCINA, and the down-home DULCIE. Though this Latin names for girls is rarely heard in contemporary times in this form, Dulcie is found.

Lacks the vintage charm of the original Arabella, but with the love for all names Bella, it might appeal to some.

The original male name Alban is a lot sleeker and more usable.

Sebastiane is not a common feminization but may become more so as Sebastian achieves international popularity.

Most distinctive of the Dominic-related girls' names.

This and two other female forms -- AQUILA and AQUILINA -- of the Roman family name Aquilius might live on in modern times.

Most often heard as an Italian surname, this might be an unusual yet musical option. While it's not among the traditional Italian names for girls, it can fill that role.

Cordis is an unusual and substantial unisex choice.

Slightly weightier alternative to Maxine

The simple, sleek Vera gave birth to the more elaborate Veradis and Veradisia. Neither name was used for any baby girls in the US last year.

A rarely heard ancient Latin names for girls that has a not-so-appealing brand name feel. Try Alba instead.

Colombia is a South American country name, with a rhythmic sound and peaceful connotations. The Irish Colm, Scottish Callum, and Columba are all attractive relatives of Colombia (or Columbia, if you're thinking of the college).

Another name for the herb sage -- which sounds younger and more modern than this version.

A contemporary sounding word name with an ancient history, widely used in the Roman Empire, and based on the mythic goddess of good luck and fertility.

Delicate and obscure version of this many-faceted name.

The unusual hybrid Tuliana, which rhymes with Juliana, combines the Roman offshoot Tulia with the more familiar Ana, the Latinate form of Anna or Ann. Tulia comes from the Roman family name Tullius, best known as the middle name of the philosopher Cicero. While Tuliana is intriguing, any little Tuliana, upon introducing herself, will always be asked, "Juliana?"

An ancient Roman name rarely heard in modern times, though the related VARINA appears in Slavic families.

Completely undiscovered double-l name with an abundance of rhythmic charm.