By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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Variation of Birdie, English
"little bird"
Just the kind of vintage nickname (think Hattie, Josie, Mamie, Millie) that's coming back into style in a big way. Actress Busy Phillips named her little girl Birdie.
Cambry is a modern feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be derived from the Welsh place name Cambria (an ancient name for Wales), or it could be a creative variant of Cameron or…
Variation of Easton
Though the traditional spelling of this name is quite male, the Y makes it more unisex.
Variation of Eliana, Hebrew, or Latin from Greek
"my God has answered; sun"
Eliane is a melodic name with the very fashionable El- beginning. Lovely and lilting as it is, be aware that there are many El- variations around these days, and little girls called Ellie as a result.
Mayan
"lady rainbow"
A distinctive mythological name. likely derived from the Maya elements of ix and chel meaning "lady" and "rainbow" respectively, Ixchel was a Mayan Goddess associated with the moon, pregnancy,…
Jasmyn is a feminine name representing a modern variant spelling of Jasmine, derived from the Persian word 'yasmin' referring to the fragrant flowering plant. This contemporary spelling emerged in…
Arabic
"silver pearl"
Rare and rhythmic.
Kamori is a gender-neutral name that appears to have multiple cultural origins. In Japanese contexts, it may relate to 'kamori' meaning 'guardian' or 'protector,' though specific kanji characters…
Variation of Cooper, English
"barrel maker"
Kooper is more popular for boys than it is for girls, although the ratio of male to female usage is lower for Kooper versus Cooper. That could be a selling point for Kooper if you like the sound of…
English
"long hill"
A Top 100 boy name in the US, Landon feels more unisex than other popular boys' names starting to be used for girls.
Leonna is a feminine name that evolved as a variant of Leona, which derives from the Latin word "leo" meaning "lion." It carries connotations of strength, courage, and nobility. The added double 'n'…
German diminutive of Elizabeth
"pledged to God"
Sweet but sleek, and distinctive, Liesel is an old German nickname-name for Elisabeth. It might have once seemed inextricably tied to to its country of origin, but now, like Elsa, Enzo, Saoirse,…
Malaia is a feminine name with diverse cultural connections, giving it a rich tapestry of meanings. In Hawaiian tradition, related names carry connotations of 'calm' or 'peaceful waters,' while in…
Turkish
"drop of the sea, bitter, or beloved"
Turkish form of Mary or Miriam, very popular in its homeland and, increasingly, in France too. The Turkish name for the Virgin Mary is Meryem Ana (or Meryemana). The original meaning of Miriam is…
"bright, shining"
A pretty and international Arabic girls' name with an appealing luminous meaning.
Disney's Raya and the Last Dragon introduced the villain Namaari, leading to the rise of this simplified spelling of this beautiful-sounding name, which feels in line with trendy unisex Amari.
Iranian, Persian
"like a fairy"
Funny how one letter can turn a name from ordinary to special. Parisa is so much more distinctive than either Marisa or Paris, with its sparkly meaning. It ultimately comes from the Persian word parī…
Literature
A character name in George R. R. Martin's Song of Ice and Fire series, featured in the GOT prequel House of the Dragon . A creative spin on Reign or Rayna.
Saleen is a contemporary feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may derive from the Arabic name Salim (meaning 'safe' or 'peaceful'), represent a variation of Selene (Greek moon goddess),…
Diminutive of Scott, or person from Scotland
Cute but slight masculine nickname.
