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Asmin is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins. In Turkish usage, it's a variation of Yasmin/Jasmine, derived from Persian, referring to the jasmine flower known for its sweet fragrance and…
Ason appears as a feminine name in this context, though it has varied usage across cultures. It may be related to the masculine name Jason, with the initial 'J' dropped, or could have independent…
Alathia is a feminine name with Greek origins derived from 'aletheia,' meaning 'truth' or 'sincerity.' This uncommon name carries philosophical significance, as the concept of aletheia was important…
Aspin is an uncommon feminine name with nature-inspired roots. It likely derives from the aspen tree, known for its distinctive trembling leaves and slender appearance. The name has a fresh,…
Anapaula is a feminine name that combines two traditional names: Ana (Anne) and Paula. This compound name is particularly popular in Portuguese and Spanish-speaking countries, especially Brazil and…
Asra is a feminine name with roots in multiple cultures. In Arabic, it means 'travel by night' or 'night journey', referring to the Prophet Muhammad's miraculous night journey in Islamic tradition.…
Assi is a compact feminine name with diverse cultural origins. In Hebrew, it can mean "healing" or refer to the myrtle plant, while in Finnish it serves as a diminutive of Aslaug or other names…
Arabic
"protect"
Assia is a Muslim name, best known in the Western world via tragic poet Assia Wevill, who was married to British poet Ted Hughes after Sylvia Plath and also committed suicide. Assia is a Top 100 name…
Italian place-name
This lovely Umbrian hill town became a striking first name for the young daughter of Jade Jagger.
Latin
"Assumption"
A highly unusual name in the U.S., Assumpta refers to the Assumption of Mary, the ascent of the Virgin Mary into Heaven before her death in Catholic and Eastern Orthodox doctrine. An intriguing and…
Assunta is a feminine Italian name derived from the Latin word 'assumpta,' meaning 'taken up' or 'elevated.' The name has strong Catholic associations, specifically referring to the Assumption of the…
Norwegian
"divine strength"
This Scandinavian name was made famous in English-speaking countries as the name of the dog in the "Thin Man" series. Danish actress Asta Nielsen was another famous bearer. Asta can be considered as…
Place name and modern variation of Astraea, Asteria, Astra, or Setarah, Greek, Pesian
"star"
A bright and sparkly choice, likely inspired by a variety of Greek names that ultimately derive from the element aster meaning "star", or from the Persian Setarah, also meaning "star". It is also the…
Astaroth is a feminine name with ancient mythological origins. It derives from the name of a powerful demon or fallen angel in occult traditions, appearing in various grimoires and demonological…
Phonecian
"mother goddess"
Astarte is the ancient goddess of sexuality, fertility, and war, associated with Ishtar as well as Venus.
Astella is a feminine name with celestial associations, likely derived from Latin and Greek origins relating to stars. It appears to be a modern variation combining elements of names like Estella,…
English; Amharic
This is a fresh new addition to the botanical list; comedian Gilbert Gottfried made it a real bouquet when he named his daughter Lily Aster. And the name of the little girl on television's Dexter…
Hebrew
"Aster"
Pronounced as-TAIR-ah, this is one of many frequently heard Israeli flower names. Other floral choices popular in Israel include Dafna, which means laurel; Dailia; Irit, which means daffodil; and…
Greek
Asteria is an Anglicized spelling of the Greek Astraea or Astraia, the goddess of justice and innocence. She became the constellation Virgo, so all forms of this name would be especially appropriate…
Ana Paula is a feminine compound name that combines two classic names of different origins. Ana (or Anna) derives from the Hebrew Hannah, meaning "grace" or "favor," while Paula comes from Latin,…