By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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Greek botanical name
Long in our category of so-far-out-it-will-always-be-out category, once seen as a gum-cracking 1940's telephone operator, we think it's time to reassess Myrtle, and look at is as a nature name, a…
American, contemporary variation of Michelle
A modern twist on Michelle spotlighted by Star Trek actress Nichelle Nichols.
River name and color name
"dark blue, indigo"
Cool, serene name of the Egyptian river can make a fresh choice for a girl. The origin of river name Nile relates to the Arabic and ancient Hebrew word for dark blue or indigo; in ancient Egyptian,…
Latin via French
"sunrise; gold"
A particularly beautiful member of the Oriana and Orane clan,Oriane is the first name of a major character in Proust's In Search Of Lost Time , the Duchesse de Guermantes. Also borne by climber…
English
"divine protection or care"
A Puritanical virtue name and also a place name, belonging to the state capital of Rhode Island and several other towns and cities in the US.
"queen"
Wisecracking waitress name stuck in the luncheonette. Started as nickname for girls named Regina -- queen in Latin -- now mostly a canine choice.
Quincee is a feminine variation of the name Quincy, which originated as an English surname derived from the Latin name Quintus, meaning 'fifth.' This unique spelling with the double 'e' ending gives…
English word name
"glow"
Beaming, lustrous word name that comes with the nickname Rae.
Saphyre is a feminine name representing a modern, creative spelling variation of 'sapphire,' the precious blue gemstone. The name derives ultimately from Greek 'sappheiros' through Latin 'sapphirus.'…
Saydie is a modern spelling variation of Sadie, which originated as a diminutive form of Sarah. The name Sarah comes from Hebrew origins meaning 'princess.' This creative spelling with a 'y' gives…
Serenitee is a modern creative spelling of Serenity, a virtue name that entered popular usage in the late 20th century. Derived from the Latin word "serenus" meaning "clear, calm, or peaceful," this…
Scandinavian
"new victory"
Signe could make an offbeat, more unusual alternative to Sydney or Sigrid. In Norse mythology, Signe was the twin sister of Sigmund. Can also be spelled Signy.
Sinclaire is an elegant feminine name with French and Scottish origins. It derives from the French 'Saint Clair,' meaning 'holy light' or 'famous,' and was originally a surname for someone living…
Sophee is a creative spelling variation of Sophie, which derives from the Greek name Sophia meaning "wisdom." This alternative spelling maintains the beloved sound of the traditional name while…
Susanne is a feminine name representing a French and German variation of Susan, ultimately derived from the Hebrew name Shoshana meaning 'lily' or 'rose.' With its elegant double 'n' and silent 'e'…
English, diminutive of Theresa, Greek
"to reap, gather"
With Tillie a new favorite of avant-garde parents, the British music-hall Tessie might conceivably follow.
Verenice is a feminine name that represents a variant spelling of Berenice or Bernice, which comes from the Greek 'Berenike' meaning 'bringing victory.' The name has ancient roots, notably belonging…
Ysabelle is an elegant feminine name, representing a medieval French spelling variation of Isabel or Isabella. The name ultimately derives from the Hebrew name Elisheba, meaning 'God is my oath' or…
Allene is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may derive as a variation of Aileen or Eileen (from the Gaelic 'Eibhlín,' meaning 'bright, shining one'), or it could be a feminized form…
Annelle is a feminine name of French origin, created as a diminutive form of Anne with the addition of the "-elle" suffix meaning "little Anne." This elegant variation combines classic appeal with a…
