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Creole
Though this feminine name does not see much usage these days, its zippy Z and Cajun roots could help place it on the shortlists of some modern parents.
Feminine form of Ambrose, Greek
"immortal"
This feminine form of Ambrose has not seem much use in the United States, but it does sometimes appear on the birth certificates of those from Cajun or Creole backgrounds. Ambrosine Phillpotts was a…
French form of Berengaria
"bear spear"
Berangere has never seen much usage in the US, but it has an interesting meaning of "bear spear." The name it stems from—Berengaria—was used as a common royal name during the twelfth and thirteenth…
Variation of Clotilde
"famous in battle"
This variation removes the d from the original spelling, making it even rarer. Clotilde may not see much usage in the US, but it is currently Number 431 in France.
Likely a play on Maxine and Lucille, Maxzille combines the trendy Max with the frilly -ille ending and adds in a z for good measure.
Surname name
Originally a surname name, Mellette has a distinctly feminine feel thanks to the -ette suffix. It was given to 6 American girls in 1967, which sums up its popularity. Mellette is a small city in…
Cajun
Onezie was used as a given name primarily during the nineteenth century, almost exclusively in Louisiana. While those of Cajun descent may be attracted to this name, it's worth noting its spelling…
Creole variation of Onesime
Onezime is a rare name that experienced the highest usage in French-speaking locales prior to the twentieth century, including French Canada and parts of Louisiana.
Variation of Philomena, Greek
"lover of strength"
This variation of Philomena has never been high on the popularity charts, but it did appear in the US infrequently as a French immigrant name. As a result, it has some ties to Louisiana and the Cajun…
Feminine form of Philo
Philonese is a rare name that had some usage a century or more ago among the Louisiana Creole. As such, it has ties to French and Italian ancestry. While it may not be joining the popularity charts…
Danish
"lark"
Lærke is the Danish equivalent of English name Lark. For those that find the monosyllabic English name too short for such a harmonious bird, Lærke might be a a good option - if you can get passed the…
Nordic variation of Alberta
Good choice if you want to avoid connections with the Canadian province, but the confusing spelling is probably not worth the hassle.
Dutch variation of Ina
Ina is a name that is used on its own but that originated as a short form of any name that ends in -ina, so Ineke is kind of a pet form of a diminutive. A rare name in the US, Ineke is not really…
Greek
"the surrounding sea or the surrounding third"
Amphitrite is a mysterious Greek mythological figure, most often cited as a sea goddess who was the wife of Poseidon. She was said to be the personification of the sea water itself and was said to be…
French
"determined thing"
Voltaire is the nom-de-plume of François-Marie Arouet, who became noted for his witty and satirical takes on enlightenment philosophy and Western society. Voltaire's most famous work, Candide , used…
Harper Rose combines two trendy names that have surged in popularity. Harper, originally an English occupational surname for someone who played the harp, gained widespread popularity as a first name…
Amber Rose is a feminine compound name combining two nature-inspired elements. Amber refers to the fossilized tree resin prized for its golden-brown color and has been used as a given name since the…
Layla Mae combines the popular first name Layla with the traditional middle name Mae, creating a melodious feminine pairing. Layla, of Arabic origin, means 'night' or 'dark beauty' and gained Western…
Hyphenated name, English, Scottish
"island + grace"
Two popular choices in one, this hyphenated name has made several appearances in the England and Wales Top 1000. It may be interpreted to mean "island of grace", "graceful island" or "island's grace".
English hyphenated name
"pledged to God + rose"
Sweet and vintage with a hint of elegance from Rose, Elsie-Rose has appeared in the England and Wales Top 1000 a number of times, where it fits in with Elsie-Mae and Ivy-Rose.
