By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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Kodie is a modern feminine name that emerged as a variant spelling of Cody, which was originally a surname derived from the Gaelic "Ó Cuidighthigh," meaning "helpful." This contemporary spelling with…
Mallie is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may have originated as a diminutive of Mallory (meaning 'unfortunate' from Norman French), Malina (meaning 'raspberry' in Slavic…
Malorie is a feminine name derived from the French name Mallory, which originated as an Old French surname meaning 'unfortunate' or 'ill-fated.' Despite this somewhat somber etymology, the name has a…
Diminutive of Wilhelmina, German
"resolute protection"
Minnie was wildly popular at the turn of the last century — it was the fifth or sixth most popular name throughout the 1880s — but is completely obscure in the US today. Blame Mickey's girlfriend.…
Variation of Oakley, English
"oak clearing"
All the Oak names are trending for girls and boys, with Oakley the most popular choices and Oaklie one of the rarer variations.
Alizae is a feminine name with a contemporary feel, likely derived from the name Eliza or possibly a variation of Aliza. The name has Hebrew roots meaning "joyful" or "happy," though in its modern…
Diminutive of Constance, English
"steadfastness"
Connie is a sweet and charming vintage nickname, which ranks in the top 200 in the UK and has a vintage charm that makes it ready for a comeback in the US as well.
Variation of Finley, Irish and Scottish
"fair-haired hero"
Finley is an attractive surname-name given to near-equal numbers of baby girls and boys in the US last year -- close to 1200 of each. Finlee was used for fewer than 100 babies and given to nearly…
The French variation of Giselle was made famous by the spectacular Brazilian supermodel Gisele Bundchen.
Alanie is a modern feminine name that appears to be a variation of Alana or Alaina, with French and Gaelic influences. These names ultimately derive from the masculine Alan, meaning 'handsome' or…
Medieval form of Clarita, a derivative of Clara
"bright, clear"
If you’re a fan of the annual animated Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, you’ll recognize the name of Rudolph’s beautiful doe sweetheart, pronounced cla-REES—uncomfortably close to the Silence of the…
English
"desired, or water, island"
Variant of Evelyn
Kaylanie is a modern feminine name that appears to be a creative blend of the popular names Kayla and Melanie, or possibly an extension of Kayla with a melodic ending. This contemporary creation…
Diminutive of Elaine
"bright shining one"
Lainie is a nickname for Elaine that has been in the public eye via Lainie Kazan (that was her full given name), who was a popular singer in the 1960s and 1970s (she was Barbra Streisand's understudy…
Berklee is a modern feminine name likely inspired by the prestigious Berklee College of Music in Boston, Massachusetts. This institutional association gives the name artistic and musical…
French, feminine variation of Dominic, Latin
"belonging to a lord"
Had a surge of popularity in the Dynasty days, now has subsided in the wake of fresher French choices like Destry and Delphine, though it retains its sense of sophistication. It's one of the most…
Gwenivere is a variant spelling of Guinevere, the name of King Arthur's queen in Arthurian legend. Derived from Welsh elements meaning 'fair, white, blessed' and 'spirit, fairy,' the name carries…
Jacie is a feminine name that likely developed as a modern variation of names like Jacey, Jacy, or as a nickname for Jessica or Jacqueline. With uncertain etymology, it may relate to names derived…
Anglicized spelling of Irish Niamh or Italian and Portuguese
"snow"
Introduced to the American public by actress Neve Campbell; it was her Dutch-born mother's maiden name. Neve is an interesting and fresh new possibility, one which Conan O'Brien chose for his…
Diminutive of Roberta, English from German
"bright fame"
Roberta and Robert may be so far out they're...still out, but Robbie might make one of the trendy new boyish nicknames for girls a la Scottie and Charlie. Actress Margot Robbie gave it a surname…
