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French variation of Karen, form of Katherine
"pure"
The once super-popular Karen has gotten a bad name of late. Is Karine different enough to survive? Perhaps, though it may take a generation or two for a real comeback. Karine might also be considered…
Karolyne is a feminine name that represents an elaborate variation of Caroline or Carolina, ultimately derived from the masculine name Charles, meaning 'free man' or 'strong.' With French and Eastern…
Greek mythology
"Snow"
Khione was the name of several minor figures in Greek mythology, of which the most notable is the nymph who Hermes turned into a snow cloud. Khione works as both a high-brow mythological name and a…
Kimberlie is a feminine name representing a variant spelling of Kimberly, which originated as an English place name and surname derived from Anglo-Saxon elements meaning 'royal fortress meadow' or…
Kingslee is a feminine name that blends royal connotations with modern styling. This contemporary creation combines 'king' with the popular suffix 'lee/leigh' (meaning meadow or clearing), creating a…
Koralie is a feminine name representing a variant spelling of Coralie, which derives from the Greek 'korallion' meaning 'coral.' This oceanic connection gives the name a natural, ethereal quality.…
Kye is a versatile, gender-neutral name that has historically been more common for boys but is increasingly used for girls. With origins spanning multiple cultures, it can be derived from the Chinese…
English, French
"the rose"
An unusual French surname which may have been given to someone with a rosy complexion, or a combination of the floral name Rose with the popular La- prefix. British TV personality Lauren Goodger…
Latin
"lioness"
With male version Leon taking off all over Europe, the female variations, from Leona to Leonie to Leone, are coming back into style too.
Modern feminization of Levi, Hebrew
"joined, attached"
This rare girl name returned to the US charts in 2020 after a gap of over 60 years. It's appealing and nickname-like... but more parents nowadays just use the spelling Levi for their daughters.
Variation of Lillian
"lily"
If Vivian became Vivienne, why can't Lillian become Lilienne? This pretty name has that chic French ending, and is a fresh way to popular Lily.
Lindee is a feminine name that evolved as a diminutive form of Linda or Lindy, which derive from Germanic roots meaning 'soft, tender, flexible.' The distinctive spelling with double 'e' adds a…
Linette is a feminine name of French origin, functioning as a diminutive of Line or Lina, which themselves derive from names ending in -line or -lina, such as Caroline, Emmeline, or Angelina. The…
Luce is a feminine name with Latin origins, derived from 'lux' meaning 'light.' Used primarily in French and Italian cultures, Luce functions as either a standalone name or as a shortened form of…
Lune is a delicate feminine name derived from the French word for 'moon.' With Latin origins in 'luna,' this name carries celestial associations and evokes images of moonlight and nighttime serenity.…
Spanish diminutive of Guadalupe, Latin
"wolf"
Derived from a Spanish title of the Virgin Mary, Guadalupe, Lupe has both a spiritual and animal meaning. In relation to its long form, it is associated with a convent in Spain and the appearance of…
Flower name from Latin
"pertaining to the wolf"
Lupine (spelled Lupin outside of North America) is a flower related to sweetpeas. It was given its wolfish meaning because the plant was said to deplete the soil. Comedian Jenny Slate used it as a…
Lynne is a feminine name with Welsh origins, derived from the Welsh word 'llyn' meaning 'lake' or 'waterfall.' It gained popularity as an independent name in the mid-20th century, though it was…
"from the sea"
Marine was trending for a long time in France, but the far right politician Marine (born Marion) LePen has dampened the mood.
English, combination of Mary and Louisa
"drop of the sea, bitter, or beloved + famous battle"
Homely compound name which may be written as one word, two words (Mary Louise), or hyphenated (Mary-Louise). The original meaning of Mary is uncertain, but theories include "drop of the sea" (from…
