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English, invented name
Sounds like Nia, looks like Leah.
Hebrew
"miracle of God"
Nesiah could be a variation of Nesya (also spelled Nesia and Nesiya), which combines the Hebrew nes meaning "miracle" with the element yah meaning "God"' or "Yahweh". Alternatively, it could be a…
Arabic
"morning"
A popular Arabic name borne by a famed Lebanese actress and singer, could provide an intriguing alternative to Sarah.
Native American, Cherokee
"sparrow"
A strong name equally appropriate for girls and boys. For more, see Sequoia, which is the more feminine-feeling spelling.
"beauty"
In the Old Testament, this is the name of one of the midwives who disobeys the Pharaoh's order to kill any Hebrew boys they deliver. The sleeker modern spelling is Shifra.
Yudith is a feminine name that represents a variation of Judith, which has Hebrew origins meaning 'woman from Judea' or 'praised.' This distinctive spelling incorporates the 'Y' beginning common in…
"to arise; dawn"
This Old Testament name, borne by a son of Judah and the twin of Perez, was once considered a masculine name, however, in recent years it has also been used for girls, likely inspired by its…
Aayah is a feminine name with Arabic origins, meaning 'sign,' 'miracle,' or 'evidence.' It refers to the verses of the Quran and carries spiritual significance in Islamic tradition as each verse is…
Aidah is a feminine name with multiple cultural connections. It can be viewed as a variant spelling of Aida, which has origins in Arabic meaning 'returning visitor' or 'reward,' and gained fame…
Alishah is a feminine name with multicultural origins, blending elements from Arabic, Persian, and South Asian naming traditions. The first element "Ali" has roots in Arabic, meaning "elevated" or…
Arah is a feminine name with ancient biblical connections, appearing in the Old Testament as a male name. Its Hebrew origins suggest meanings related to 'traveler' or 'wayfarer,' though some sources…
Binah is a feminine name of Hebrew origin meaning 'understanding' or 'wisdom.' It comes from Hebrew philosophy and Kabbalah, where Binah represents the third sephirah on the Tree of Life, symbolizing…
English word name
"relating to Great Britain"
An adjective name that probably won't be used for a baby born in the UK. Short-form Brit is reminiscent of the late 20th-century favorite, Brittany.
Charish is an unusual feminine name that appears to be a creative variation of 'cherish,' which means to hold dear or treasure. This modern invented name conveys sentiments of love, care, and value.…
Daijah is a contemporary feminine name that gained popularity in the United States beginning in the 1990s, with peak usage in the early 2000s. The name may have multiple possible origins. It could be…
Darlah is an uncommon feminine name that appears to be a variant spelling of Darla. Darla itself originated as a diminutive form of Darlene, which combines 'dear' with the suffix '-lene.' The added…
Erykah is a modern feminine variant of the name Eric or Erica, with a unique spelling that gained visibility primarily through American singer Erykah Badu who rose to fame in the late 1990s. This…
"victorious"
Captivating Arabic choice, sometimes transcribed as Fa'izah.
Holleigh is a feminine variant of Holly, with a creative spelling that gives it a distinctive flair. Derived from the Old English word for the holly tree, which has long been associated with…
"relating to Ireland"
As Ireland becomes fashionable as a place name, bouncing on and off of the US girls charts thanks to Kim Basinger and Alec Baldwin choosing it for their daughter, some parents may start to consider…