By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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Blaike is a feminine name representing a modern spelling variation of Blake, which originated as an Old English surname meaning 'dark' or 'black-haired.' The distinctive spelling with 'ai' instead of…
Camile is a feminine name that represents a variant spelling of Camille, which derives from the Latin name 'Camillus.' It has French origins and traditionally refers to a young ceremonial attendant.…
Norwegian, Danish, Czech, variation of Cecilia, Latin
"blind"
Variant of Cecilia used in several European countries, which could also make for a pretty variant spelling of the medieval English version, Cecily.
Chloie is a feminine name that serves as a variant spelling of Chloe, which derives from Greek meaning 'blooming' or 'young green shoot.' This alternative spelling maintains the beautiful meaning and…
Colbee is a unique female name with multicultural origins. It may be derived from the surname Colby, which has Old Norse roots meaning 'from the dark farm' or 'coal town.' Some consider it a modern…
Deidre is a feminine name derived from the Irish name Deirdre, associated with a tragic heroine in Irish mythology. The legendary Deirdre of the Sorrows was known for her extraordinary beauty and…
Latin, diminutive of Dulcibella
"sweet"
A sweet-meaning and sounding name dating back to the Roman Empire, and later found in the antebellum South, Dulcie has in the modern era been heard most often in Australia. In Agatha Christie's…
Turkish
"queen, mother"
Ece is another name for Umay, the Turkish goddess of the Earth and fertility. It is derived from the Old Turkic word eçe , meaning "mother."
Spelling variation of Edith, English
"prosperous in war"
Edythe is a feminine name representing an elegant, vintage spelling variation of Edith. Derived from the Old English elements 'ead' meaning 'wealth, fortune' and 'gyth' meaning 'war,' the name…
Elodee is a feminine name that appears to be a creative spelling variation of Elodie, which derives from the Germanic name Alodia, meaning 'foreign riches' or 'foreign wealth.' This alternative…
Emanuelle is a feminine name that serves as a variant of Emmanuel or Emmanuelle, derived from the Hebrew name Immanuel, meaning 'God is with us.' This biblical name appears in Isaiah's prophecy and…
Embree is a feminine name with English origins, derived from place names or surnames that originally referred to areas with elm trees (from 'elm borough' or 'elm settlement'). This uncommon name…
Esperance is a feminine name of French origin derived from the Latin 'sperare' meaning 'to hope.' It directly translates to 'hope' or 'expectation,' making it a deeply meaningful choice with positive…
French form of Eugenia, Greek
"wellborn, noble"
Eugenie enjoyed a major dusting off when Fergie and Prince Andrew chose it for their daughter, restoring a patina of royal sheen it hadn't had since the time of Napoleon III's glamorous empress--who…
Genevive is a feminine name that represents a variation of the more common spelling 'Genevieve.' Derived from the medieval Germanic name 'Genovefa,' it ultimately comes from Celtic elements possibly…
Variation of Gwendolen, Welsh
"white ring"
The Gwendoline form may introduce pronunciation confusion -- does that last syllable rhyme with wine or win or when? We vote Gwendolen as not only the most proper but the clearest spelling, followed…
Imane is a feminine name with multicultural roots, most prominently used in Arabic-speaking countries and parts of North Africa, particularly Morocco. In Arabic, Imane (إيمان) means 'faith' or…
Jace is a modern feminine name that has gained popularity primarily as a masculine name but has crossed gender boundaries in recent years. Originally a shortened form of Jason (meaning 'healer' in…
Janise is a feminine given name that likely developed as a variant of Janice, which itself is a feminine form of John. The name ultimately derives from Hebrew origins meaning 'God is gracious.' This…
Jaynie is a feminine name that serves as a modern, playful variant of Jane. Originating from the Hebrew name Yochanan meaning 'God is gracious,' Jane has evolved through many languages before this…
