By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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Kimani is a gender-neutral name with African origins, though it's slightly more common for girls in some regions. The name comes primarily from Kenya, where in Kikuyu (one of Kenya's major…
Lilyan is a charming feminine name, primarily a variant spelling of Lillian, which derives from the Latin 'Lilium' meaning 'lily.' The lily flower symbolizes purity and innocence in many cultures.…
Lynden is a feminine name with Germanic and English origins, though it can occasionally be used for boys as well. It literally means 'linden tree' or 'from the linden hill,' referring to the linden…
Arabic, Old English
"city of the prophet; the middle one"
Medina commonly refers to a city in Saudi Arabia where the prophet Muhammad began his work to establish Islam. It is considered the second holiest city in Islamic tradition, and is also known as The…
Variation of Rivka
Salina is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins. In Spanish, it derives from 'sal' meaning 'salt,' often referring to salt flats or salt mines. The name also has Greek roots, possibly…
Saydee is a contemporary feminine name with several possible origins. It may be a modern variant spelling of Sadie, which originated as a diminutive of Sarah (meaning 'princess' in Hebrew). The…
Shloka is a feminine name of Sanskrit origin with deep cultural significance in Hindu tradition. The word literally means 'verse' and refers specifically to the verses of ancient Hindu texts like the…
Zahraa is a feminine name of Arabic origin meaning 'radiant' or 'shining.' The name is a variant of Zahra and holds special significance in Islamic tradition, as Al-Zahraa is a title given to Fatima,…
Modern invented name
"beauty; one who builds; mind, heart; evening conversation"
Zamari has a lot going for it — a fashionable -ari ending, distinctive Z initial, and gender-neutrality too. The name has nearly doubled in use in the last decade, with 120 boys and 40 girls…
Arabic
"corner"
This name of a triple star system in Virgo has a New Agey astral feel.
Aleiya is a modern feminine name with possible roots in various cultures. It may be a variant spelling of Aliya, which has Arabic origins meaning 'exalted' or 'high-born.' Alternatively, it could be…
Variation of Agnessa, Russian from Greek
"pure, viriginal"
In the US, Anessa reads as Vanessa with the V lobbed off. But it's actually missing a G — that from Agnessa, the Russian variation of Agnes.
Avanni is a modern feminine name with a melodic quality that appeals to parents seeking something distinctive yet approachable. While its exact origins are not firmly established, it may be a…
English word name
"small Christian church"
Spiritual word names are a hot trend and ever-expanding category of baby names. Chapel was notably used in 2020 by Josh Brolin for his daughter. He said of her name, "Chapel Grace is, to us, a…
Irish
"village with crosses"
This musical surname, associated with Bing Crosby and David Crosby of Crosby, Stills, & Nash could easily be used for girls, as names like Jagger and Bowie have been.
Deasia appears to be a modern feminine name that may have developed as a combination of the prefix 'De-' with 'Asia,' referring to the continent. The 'De-' prefix is found in many names across…
Mapuche, Native American
"give"
This stunning name feels like a rare and distinct successor to the popular Eleanor, Eloise, and similar names. It also shares elements with the fast-rising Luna.
Haiden is a feminine name that emerged as a modern variant of Hayden, which originated as an English surname meaning 'hay valley' or 'hay hill.' While traditionally more common for boys, Haiden has…
Kendyl is a modern feminine name that emerged in the late 20th century as a creative spelling variant of Kendall. Kendall originated as an English surname derived from the place name in Cumbria,…
