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Efa is a feminine name of Welsh origin, serving as the Welsh equivalent of Eve. The name derives from the Hebrew 'Chavah,' meaning 'life' or 'living one.' Simple yet distinctive, Efa carries the same…
Welsh
"flower"
A rare Welsh form of Flora and Fleur, ultimately taken from the Latin flos , this floral choice is given to a handful of girls most years in Wales. To date, its peak was in 2018, when 15 babies…
"foxglove"
This unusual (to non-Welsh speakers) is near the top of the charts in Wales, carried by the recent taste for native Welsh names. Those in Wales say it's already on the way down, but for outsiders…
English
"son of Robert"
A better modern solution than Robert Jr. ; known to fiction readers via Canadian novelist Robertson Davies.
"white and smooth, soft"
Gaynor is an early androgynous name with a positive association, related to the Cornish megahit name Jennifer.
Variation of Gaynor, Welsh
"white and smooth"
A strong, classic, simple name that has nonetheless never been overexposed.
Old Welsh variation of Gladys
Gwyladyss is an Old Welsh variation of the New Welsh Gladys, pronounced like the more familiar form, but modern English speakers can be forgiven for not knowing that. Gladys would be a difficult…
"riverbank, shore; pure"
Glenys, like Glynis, is a Welsh name that has never caught on outside Wales.
"small glen, valley"
The feminine version of the common Welsh name Glyn became somewhat known in this country via the charming Welsh actress Glynis Johns. Variations include Glenys and Glynys. With other Welsh…
Variation of Guinevere
"white shadow, white wave"
An offbeat way to get to Gwen.
Guenevere is a feminine name of Welsh origin, representing an alternative spelling of Guinevere, the legendary queen and wife of King Arthur in medieval literature. Derived from the Welsh name…
"son of the red-haired"
Inventive way to honor a redheaded ancestor, though most people would mispronounce it reeding, making it sound to some kids like a school assignment: Redding is a preferable spelling.
"roe-deer brook"
If you feel a burning need to gussy up Ray -- think again.
"fair and good"
The Good Witch's first cousin.
Gwendolin is a feminine name of Welsh origin, representing a variant spelling of Gwendolyn. It derives from Welsh elements 'gwen' meaning 'white, fair, blessed' and 'dolen' meaning 'ring, bow.' This…
Wendolen is a feminine name with Germanic origins, derived from the elements 'wend' meaning 'to wander' and 'lind' meaning 'gentle' or 'soft.' It's a rare variation of the more common Wendeline or…
Esylt is a feminine name of Welsh origin, being a variant spelling of Essyllt or Esyllt, which is the Welsh form of Isolde (or Iseult). The name is prominently featured in Arthurian legend and Celtic…
Sioned is a feminine Welsh name, the Welsh form of Janet, which ultimately derives from Jane/Joan (meaning 'God is gracious'). Pronounced roughly as 'SHON-ed' with a soft 'sh' sound, it has been used…
Sion, as a feminine name, is uncommon but carries rich historical significance. While more frequently used as a masculine name with Hebrew origins meaning 'elevated' or 'highest point,' its feminine…
Jestina is a feminine name likely derived from the Latin name Justina, meaning 'just' or 'righteous.' The spelling variation with 'e' instead of 'u' gives it a connection to words like 'jest' or…