By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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Greek
"life"
Possibly a variation of the ultra-popular Greek Zoe, Zoa was given to around 2 dozen baby girls each recent year.
Anastasiya is a feminine name of Greek origin meaning 'resurrection' or 'she who will rise again.' This Slavic variation of Anastasia is particularly popular in Russia, Ukraine, Belarus, and other…
Anastassia is a feminine variation of Anastasia, which comes from Greek origins meaning 'resurrection' or 'one who will be reborn.' This elegant name carries historic significance, having been used…
Feminization of Vasili, Russian from Greek
"royal, kingly"
Vasilisa is the feminine form of Vasili, the Russian translation of Basil.
Dariya is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins. In Slavic countries, particularly Russia and Ukraine, it's a variation of Daria, derived from the Persian name Daraya meaning 'sea' or from…
Russian variation of Ines; Spanish from Greek
"pure, chaste"
Inessa is a truly multi-cultural name, heard in Spain, Germany and Russia, and is related to the names Agnes and Ines/Inez. The singer who goes by the single name Inessa is German.
Slovak; Russian variation of Vera
"truth"
With the rise of both international names and those that start with the letter V, this sharp alternative to Vera may become more familiar in the English-speaking world.
Russian from Hebrew
"praise to God"
Ukrainian figure-skating champion Oksana Baiul made it known here.
Nataliya is a feminine name with Slavic origins, primarily used in Russian, Ukrainian, and other Eastern European cultures. It is a variant of Natalia, derived from the Latin phrase 'natale domini,'…
Russian, diminutive of Vilhelmina; a Polish place-name
Not much to recommend this relative of Wilma; consider Willa or Willow instead.
Latinate form of Madeline
Madelina is the Madeline equivalent used in many European cultures. While it's a simple and melodic name, like its mother name it can lead to lots of spelling and pronunciation problems. The first…
Italian, Spanish, Swedish, Polish, Slovene, Russian, Croatian, Serbian variation of Agatha
Agata is an Agatha form widely used throughout Europe. And the hard t may be more appealing to your ear than the th sound.
Amaliya is a feminine name with Slavic origins, representing a variant spelling of Amalia or Amelia. These names derive from the Germanic word 'amal,' meaning 'work' or 'labor,' suggesting…
Russian diminutive of Lidia; Scandinavian diminutive of Alida; variation of Leda, Greek
"woman from Lydia; noble; happy"
Multicultural mini name with an intuitive pronunciation — it's a recipe for success, yet Lida remains under the radar.
Lera is a feminine given name with multiple origins. In Slavic countries, it functions as a diminutive of Valeria, meaning 'strength' or 'health.' In Greek contexts, it may relate to names derived…
Rashel is a feminine name that appears to be a variant spelling of Rachel, which has Hebrew origins meaning 'ewe' or 'female sheep.' This alternative spelling gives the traditional biblical name a…
Norse
"thunder"
Tora is the female version of Tor or Thor, the name of the Norse god of thunder. Actress Jeanne Tripplehorn chose it for her daughter.
Russian, Greek, and Czech variation of Barbara
An interesting and appealingly international spin on Barbara, with a lot of charm and energy.
Russian and Slavic feminine form of Galen, Greek
"calm, healer"
Commonly used in Russia, has an Old World Slavic feel. The original Galen can be used for girls as well as boys.
Melana is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a variation of Melina, which has Greek roots meaning 'honey' or 'gentle,' or it could relate to Milana, with Slavic origins. Some…
