By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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Japanese
"cherry blossom"
Lovely Japanese name that would certainly be appreciated in Europe and the U.S. It was rarely used in Japan until the 1990s, and draws its current popularity from the fact that it is deeply connected…
Talani is an exotic feminine name with multiple potential origins. It may derive from Native American languages, where it's thought to mean 'meadow' or 'calm waters' in some interpretations. Others…
Azlynn is a contemporary feminine name that has gained popularity in recent decades, particularly in the United States. This modern creation combines elements that many parents find appealing – the…
Eliyah is a feminine name with Hebrew origins, representing a variation of Elijah ("Eliyahu" in Hebrew), which means "my God is Yahweh" or "Jehovah is God." This spelling adaptation gives the…
Variation of Caden
More feminine than the male Caden, which came in at Number 192 in 2015. We still think Cadence is a prettier version of the "Kay-" group of names which are so popular at present.
Melisa is a feminine name with roots in Greek mythology, derived from 'melissa' meaning 'honey bee' or 'honeysuckle.' This sweet and melodious name carries connotations of industriousness, community,…
Word name
We've seen Haven take off as a nouveau girls' name; Harbor could follow in its wake.
Klaire is a modern feminine variant spelling of Claire, which comes from the Latin 'clarus' meaning 'clear, bright, or famous.' This contemporary spelling substitutes the traditional 'C' with 'K,'…
English variation of Lavinia, Latin
This vintage name is still used today among the Amish.
Hebrew, German
"I will praise the Lord or wealth"
Pretty Hebrew name that would create a strong but feminine impression, as well as a variant of the Germanic name Odilia or Ottilie.
Raylyn is a contemporary feminine name that combines elements of popular names Ray and Lynn. This blend gives it a modern feel while maintaining familiar sounds. Likely developed in the late 20th…
Pakistani, Arabic
"her father"
A significant choice in Islamic tradition, Abeeha (and its alternative spelling, Abiha), derive from a nickname given to Fatima, a daughter of the Prophet Muhammad. The full version of the nickname…
Kassie is a feminine name that originated as a diminutive or nickname form of Kassandra or Cassandra, which comes from Greek mythology. The original name Cassandra means 'she who entangles men' or…
Leiana is a beautiful feminine name with possible Hawaiian origins, though it may also be a modern creation combining the popular prefix "Lei-" with the suffix "-ana." In Hawaiian contexts, "lei"…
Latin
"lilies"
More than Lily yet less than Lillian, Lillia is a fresh and undeniably pretty member of the stylish genus of double (or in this case triple) l names. You can also spell it Lilia.
Saisha is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins. In Sanskrit, it carries the beautiful meaning of 'meaningful life' or 'truth of life,' combining 'sat' (truth) and 'isha' (life). The name…
Dutch variation of Selene, Greek
"moon"
Place-name
Sonora may be a more unusual and melodic choice than Sierra, but this Mexican state name may sound too much like Senora to work as a name.
Vianna is a feminine name with multiple possible origins, primarily connected to Latin and Romance languages. It may derive from the ancient Roman name 'Viviana,' meaning 'alive' or 'full of life,'…
Boston as a feminine name represents the growing trend of using place names for children. Originally known primarily as the Massachusetts city named after an English town (derived from 'Botolph's…
