By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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Germanic
"sparkling universe"
A name used by dark ages nobility in Carcassone, Belgium and Luxembourg has clunky charm and is definitely more attractive than Ermentrud or Ermengard.
French variation of Hedwig
"combat"
Ogive is a rare variation of the German name Hedwig which means combat or war. Ogive of Luxembourg was a notable bearer of this name; in geometry, an ogive is a pointed arch (similar to the top of a…
Australian Aboriginal
"little river"
The Narellan is the name of a river in New South Wales. From this name comes this quasi-French girls' name, which is quite common in Australia.
Basque
"alone"
Like the masculine version, Bakar, the meaning makes this a depressing choice for a child.
"beautiful"
This feminine version of the masculine name Eder is far better than the alternative, Eider.
"snow"
This feminine version of the Basque name Edur is quite well used in Spain, where it has often been in the Top 100. Plus it offers some great nickname options such as Eddie or Deedee. One of the names…
botanical name
Despite the beauty of this flower's appearance and fragrance, this is one of the clumsier flower names.
nature name
This name derives from the name of a group of buttercup yellow butterflies. It is also a zingy twist on the more familiar Serena.
Despite being connected to a type of butterfly, Siphone is a name that has some elements that make it unlikely to become popular, such as containing the words siphon and iPhone. One name best left to…
This name comes from a type of butterfly famous for its red spot.
Maori
"flax flower"
This name is common in New Zealand and Australia, with famous bearers including TV producer Ngaire Fuata and academic and author Ngaire Woods. It is pronounced ng (like the end of sing) -EYE-ree.
Greek mythology name
"willpower or far-reaching"
In Greek mythology, Hecate is associated with witchcraft and magic. The name may mean "willpower" or "far-reaching". She was often associated with the moon and with storms, making this name a good…
Thai
"Jasmine"
This fragrant name is unfortunately just too close to the English word malady to be a good omen for English-speakers.
"beautiful view"
This name could get shortened to Tass or Sanee.
"greeting"
This Thai name may get heard as Charlie.
"Greetings from the Thai Queen"
This popular Thai name will be familiar to many non-Thais. It is especially appropriate for children born on a Saturday, as Sao means Saturday in Thai.
Thai,
This popular Thai name offers the irresistable pleasant nickname "Sunny".
"sun"
This name is very wearable in English-speaking countries and has a lovely meaning.
Danish diminutive of Cecilia
Sidse is a variation of Sisse or Sissa, all modern pet forms of Cecilia. To Americans, the most familiar bearer is Danish actress Sidse Babett Knudsen, who plays the Prime Minister of Denmark in TV's…
Dutch variation of Myrtle
This botanical name is one of the few Dutch names that could work outside the Netherlands, especially in Germany or Scandinavia.
