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Diminutive of Roberta or Barbara, English
"bright fame; stranger"
A vintage nickname for Roberta or Barbara, most famously borne by Roberta "Bobbie" in Edith Nesbit's classic The Railway Children . Bobbie is one of the adorable boyish nicknames newly fashionable…
Hebrew
"bee"
Both a biblical and an Israeli place-name, this can be used as an offbeat substitute for Deborah.
Nylani is a modern feminine name that has gained popularity in recent decades. With possible Hawaiian influences, it may combine elements like "Ny-" (possibly from names such as Nyah) with the…
Angely is a feminine name with multiple possible origins, most likely derived from Angela or Angelina, ultimately coming from the Greek word 'angelos' meaning 'messenger' or 'angel.' This modern…
Blayke is a feminine name that represents a modern, stylized spelling variant of Blake. Originally an English surname derived from Old English "blæc" meaning "black" or "dark," Blake became a…
Iylah is a modern feminine name that appears to be a stylized variant of Isla, which has Scottish origins meaning 'island.' The unique spelling with the 'y' gives the name a contemporary flair while…
Old English
"settlement with a leek garden"
The most popular variation of this name for baby girls is Leighton, as in Leighton Meester, the actress who introduced her name to the mainstream when she rose to fame on Gossip Girl .
Urdu from Arabic
"mercy"
A virtuous choice with connections to Islam, Rehmat is strong and beautiful. Popular in Canada, New Zealand and in the UK, Rehmat is a fast rising name. It was the highest riser in Canada in 2023,…
Taliah is a feminine name with Hebrew origins, typically considered a variant of Talia, meaning 'dew from heaven' or 'gentle dew from God.' The added 'h' gives the name a slightly more elaborate…
Turkish form of Zaynab, Arabic
"beauty; fragrant tree"
Pretty and strong, Zeynep is one of the most popular girl names in Turkey, where it has ranked in the Top 10 for more than 40 years — half of which it has spent in the very top spot. Familiar in The…
Spelling variation of Ariana
Both Ariana and Arianna sit comfortably in the US Top 100, so it makes sense that Aryana with the trendy y would join the fray. However, due to its inevitable confusion with the other spellings and…
French variation of Yvette
Feels more modern than the Y version but also less authentic.
Variation of Adela, German
"noble, nobility"
The super-success of Adele, both the singer and the name, has brought attention to all her cousins — Adela, Adeline, Adelina — and the lovely Adelia. An undiscovered gem just waiting to be…
Variation of Anyla, Sankrit, Hindi
"wind, air; grace; pure"
A versatile name with multiple origins, Anylah - and its more popular sister spelling Anyla - have quietly risen up the US charts since the 2000s. As a Hindi and Sanskrit name, it is a feminine form…
English, variation of Ashton
"ash trees place"
As Ashley becomes one of today's "mom names" thanks to its popularity amongst millennial-borns, Ashton is a fresh alternative. This particular spelling is nearly completely equally split between…
English
"of the brook"
A fresh and gender-neutral take on Gen Z favorite Brooke, Brooks is a stylish and sleek choice. Currently in the US Top 100 for boys, Brooks is also given to 70 girls each year. A small number at the…
Kamani is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins, creating a rich tapestry of meanings. In Hawaiian tradition, it relates to 'kamani' trees, symbolizing strength and endurance. In Hindi, it…
Spanish
"rain"
Lluvia is an intriguing and unique Spanish word name that is beginning to rise. Given to 90 baby girls in 2022, the Spanish word for "rain" joins other trending Spanish word names like Cielo, Sol,…
Nahomy is a modern variant spelling of Naomi, a Hebrew name meaning 'pleasantness' or 'delight.' This alternative spelling, with the added 'h' and 'y' ending, gives the traditional name a…
Alizah is a feminine name with Hebrew origins, serving as a variant of Aliza, which means 'joy' or 'joyful.' The name also has connections to the Arabic name Aliza, meaning 'happiness.' The addition…
