By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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Ailee is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins. It can be considered a variant of Ailey (Scottish), meaning 'light,' or may derive from the Korean name popularized by Korean-American singer…
Aylanie is a modern feminine name with possible roots in various linguistic traditions. It may be a creative variation of names like Alana, Elaine, or Ayla with an added feminine suffix. The name has…
English word name
"fire"
A hot name, though perhaps not in the sense you want for your baby. About 20 times as many boys as girls were named Blaze in one recent year, perhaps because it can be seen as a spelling variation of…
Erielle is a feminine name with modern origins, possibly created as a variation of names like Ariel, Arial, or Eriel. It combines melodic elements that are popular in contemporary naming trends,…
Hadlie is a modern feminine name that represents a contemporary variation of names like Hadley or Hailey. With English origins, Hadlie emerged as a distinctive spelling in the early 21st century amid…
French variation of Yvonne
The I freshens up this name.
Diminutive of Marjorie or Jordan
Poet Jorie Graham is the best-known (okay: only known) bearer of this fresh, spirited spin on the Cory-Tory-Rory group. The boys' Jory is a Cornish nickname for George.
Spelling variation of Katherine, Greek
"pure"
This is the spelling that old-time film star Katharine Hepburn used, and it's still favored by fans wanting to reference her classic strength and beauty. But in general, it's losing ground to…
English, combination of Mary and Belle
"drop of the sea, bitter, or beloved + beautiful"
Variant of Maribel
Italian, Spanish, and Portuguese version of Matilda, German
The German Matilda has some European variations that are popular in their native countries. Matilde ranks in Italy's and Portugal's Top 10 for girls, while the French variation Mathilde ranks among…
Ryanne is a feminine name that combines elements of Ryan and traditional feminine endings. Originally, Ryan is an Irish surname meaning 'little king' or 'descendant of the king.' The addition of the…
Native American, Cherokee, place-name
"bend in the river; meeting place"
Young rocker Tennessee Thomas has brought this former one-person name over to the girls' side -- though the census roles of North Carolina in 1850 included a female named Tennessee and called Tincy.…
Treazure is a distinctive feminine name that represents a creative spelling of 'treasure.' This name embodies the concept of something precious and valuable, conveying that the child is cherished.…
Variation of Adeline or Adelaide, a compound name blending Adele and Elaine
"noble; noble light"
With Adelyn, Adelaide, Adeline, Ada, Lainey, Delaney, and Elena all in the charts, Adelaine remains surprisingly underused. Given to just 40 girls in the US in 2024, it makes a distinctive but…
"allure; charm"
An alluring option — literally — introduced in 1997.
Avangeline is a unique feminine name that appears to be a variant of Evangeline, combining elements of 'Eva' or 'Ava' with 'Evangeline.' The traditional Evangeline derives from Greek meaning 'bearer…
Variation of Adeline, French from German
"noble, nobility"
An Old French variation of the popular Adeline and Adelina, Edeline may appeal to those who want something rare-but-familiar, to anyone looking to honor and Edward or Edith, or to those who want…
Jolyne is a feminine name that appears to be a modern variation of Jolene or Jolie. With French influences, it connects to words meaning 'pretty' or 'beautiful.' The name gained some recognition…
Spelling variation of Lucille
"light"
Lucille and its alternate spelling Lucile are both popular in France, but in the US, Lucy rules with the more-antiquated sounding Lucille a distant second. Lucile fell off the Top 1000 more than 60…
English slang
"aggressive energy, know-how"
Like Penn Jillette, you can have your own little brash babe.
