Updated October 2026
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Hebrew
"Winter stream"
One of the rarer names to come from the Bible, Cherith has a fresh and modern sound despite its ancient roots. Cherith was the name of the stream that kept Elijah alive during the three years'…
Possible feminine form of Shelal
"petition"
Shalailah is a soft name made most familiar by journalist Shalailah Medhora. Given the popularity of Layla and all her variants, Shalailah has potential for parents looking for something off the…
"willow"
Also spelled as Arava, this pretty yet rugged name has two possible nature meanings. On one hand, it may come from aravot , the word for willow branch, a significant part of the Jewish holiday of…
Native American place-name
The Native American name for Martha's Vineyard and for a town at the far end of that lovely island, this was used by Michael J. Fox and Tracy Pollan for one of their twin daughters.
Celtic, Short Form Of aoibheann
"beautiful, radiant"
One of many Irish names that, despite pronunciation challenge, are beginning to be taken into consideration here as authentic Celtic versions of familiar English names.
Irish Gaelic
"beauty, radiance"
Also spelled Aoibh, this rare Irish Gaelic name is pronounced just like Eve. Given to 3 babies in Ireland in a recent year, it shares the same root as the more popular Aoife, giving it a radiant…
Annesleigh is a feminine name that combines the classic 'Anne' with the suffix 'leigh,' creating an elaborate and sophisticated variation. The name Anne has Hebrew origins meaning 'grace' or 'favor,'…
Ruby Leigh combines the vintage gemstone name Ruby with the melodic middle name Leigh, creating a charming double name with Southern appeal. Ruby, derived from the Latin 'ruber' meaning 'red,' refers…
Armenian
"sweet"
A dramatic and adorable name with a lot of sweep and swoosh. Also spelled Anush.
Aroush is a feminine name with Persian origins, though it's also used in other South Asian cultures including Indian and Pakistani communities. The name carries beautiful meanings including 'one who…
Demi Leigh is a feminine compound name combining two distinct elements. 'Demi' derives from French, meaning 'half' or 'small,' and has gained popularity as a standalone name through celebrities like…
Hajrah is a feminine name of Arabic origin, derived from Hajar (Hagar in the Bible), the name of Ibrahim's (Abraham's) wife in Islamic tradition. The name is associated with the significant religious…
Anekah is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a variation of Annika, which derives from the Hebrew Hannah meaning 'grace,' or it could have Indian roots related to the Sanskrit…
Irish
"sweet, goodness"
Sadhbh was the name of several real and legendary Irish princesses, including the daughters of Conn of the Hundred Battles, of Queen Medb of Connacht, and of King Brian Boru. It's also written Sabha.…
"oak tree"
A very popular name for boys in Ireland that's well-used throughout the British Isles, Darragh is also occasionally used for girls and certainly sounds feminine or at least unisex to the American…
"sorrow"
Bronagh, along with Anglicized form Brona, is a popular name in Ireland. It's the name of a sixth century mystic as well as a modern television character on Penny Dreadful.
Greek, Egyptian
"mighty bull"
This was the name of a 13th-century saint, a Mercedarian friar who was martyred by pirates. It derives from the name of the Greco-Egyptian bull god Serapis.
English, Scottish
"bird name"
The kittiwake is a black, white and grey seabird which takes its name from its distinctive call. A dramatic nature-inspired middle name or a super quirky route to the nickname Kit.
French
"excel, surpass"
Antoine Marie Jean-Baptiste Roger, comte de Saint-Exupéry was a French writer and aviator, most famous for the children's classic novella The Little Prince .
Variation of Lynette
"idol"
If you like lispy Celtic and Gaelic names, you may fall for Lynneth. Lynneth has a similar sound to Gwyneth, Elspeth and Meredith and might, therefore, find popularity among those who are looking for…