By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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Japanese
"wings"
German, Dutch
"god is gracious"
A spunky diminutive of Hanne, itself derived from Johanna or Johanne.
Dome is an uncommon feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be derived from the Latin 'domus' meaning 'home,' or could be a short form of names like Dominique or Dorothy. In some…
Harper Rae combines two trendy names to create a melodic feminine compound name. Harper, originally an English occupational surname for someone who played or made harps, has surged in popularity…
"springtime clothes"
Turkish variation of Khadija, Arabic
"premature child"
The Turkish form of Khadija, an important Muslim name connected to the first wife of Prophet Muhammed in the Quran. Double-barreled Hatice Kübra also makes the Turkish Top 100.
English variation of Hadewidis, German
"wide battle"
Hawise is a medieval name that started with Hadewidis. In France, Hadewidis evolved into Haueis, which then became Hawise when the Normans brought the name to England. Hawise and Hawis were also…
Adorlee is a charming feminine name that combines elements of 'adore' and the popular suffix 'lee,' creating a melodious and affectionate sound. This unique name conveys feelings of love and…
Dorae is a feminine name with uncertain origins but likely derives from variations of Dora or Dorothy, which have Greek roots meaning 'gift.' The distinctive spelling with the 'ae' ending gives it a…
German combo name
A combination of Heide, from Adelheid "noble" and Marie "bitter or beloved". It saw a small spike in popularity in the early 1940s in France and Germany, due to the Austrian actress Heidemarie…
German, Frisian and Dutch
"home ruler"
A form of Heinrich or Henrike (Henry in English), as well as of their feminine counterparts. Now most commonly feminine, and especially popular for girls in Germany in the 1960s and 1970s. Famous…
Tahitian
"flower crown"
Heitiare is a classic Tahitian name that's virtually unknown in the US.
Variation of Helga, Danish, Norwegian; Estonian
"holy, blessed; gentle, tender"
Helle is one Scandinavian name that hasn't crossed over to the English-speaking world. That hell syllable is tough to get beyond.
Greek, English
"plant eaten by fawns"
A beautiful plant and a rare botanical name probably deriving from Greek. Could make a novel honor middle for an ancestral Helen.
Cherokee
"large meadow"
Derived from the Cherokee word ayuhwasi , referring to a savanna or meadow.
"princess"
Maori
"girl"
Would be the Maori equivalent of Cora or any other name meaning maiden.
Greek
"releaser of horses"
The queen of the Amazons in Greek legend, daughter of Ares. Hippolyte was killed by Herakles in order to obtain her magic girdle. In a confusing twist, Hippolyte is also the name of her son.
Basque
"trinity"
Variation of Irune.
Maori form of Josephine, Hebrew
"Jehovah increases"
Māori form of Josephine. This was the birth name of activist and Māori elder Dame Whina (FEE-na) Cooper.
