By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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Leezel is an uncommon feminine name that likely represents a modern variant spelling of Liesel or Liesl, which are German diminutive forms of Elisabeth. The name Elisabeth itself derives from Hebrew…
Liezl is a feminine name primarily used in Filipino and South African communities, derived from the German name Liesl, which is a diminutive of Elisabeth. The name carries a sweet, affectionate…
Diminutive of Lillian and Lily, flower name
"lily"
Spunky old vaudeville era nickname name suddenly sounds new again.
French
"young lion"
Lionel is yet another traditional boy's name entering the girls' column--at least once-- via prizewinning novelist Lionel (born Margaret Ann) Shriver.
Lionell is an uncommon feminine name that represents a variation of the masculine name Lionel. Derived from Old French, it means "young lion," symbolizing strength, courage, and nobility. The…
Lyonell, though listed as feminine, is traditionally a masculine name with French origins, derived from 'lion,' symbolizing strength and nobility. This spelling variation, with the double 'l' ending,…
Lyonel is an uncommon feminine adaptation of the traditionally masculine name Lionel, which derives from the Latin 'leonellus', meaning 'young lion'. Though more commonly used for boys, this spelling…
Lynell is a feminine name with a modern sound but vintage origins, likely developing as a creative variation of names like Lynn, Lynette, or Linell. The first element may connect to the Welsh word…
Linnell is a feminine name with French origins, likely derived from the surname Linnell or Lynnell. It may have connections to the word 'lin' meaning 'flax' or could be a diminutive form of names…
Lyndel is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a variation of Lyndell or a blend of the popular Lynn/Linda with the -del suffix. The name has Germanic roots through its…
Lyndell is a feminine name that blends elements of Lynn, Linda, and Dell. It likely developed as a variant of Lynda or Lyndon, with roots in Old English where 'lind' refers to a linden tree or lime…
Maybull is an uncommon feminine name that appears to be a variant spelling of Mabel, which derives from the Latin 'amabilis' meaning 'lovable.' This distinctive spelling emerged in the early 20th…
Maebell is a charming feminine name with American Southern roots, combining the names Mae (or May) and Bell. It evolved as a variant of Mabel (from the Latin 'amabilis' meaning 'lovable') or as a…
Moibeal is an extremely rare feminine name with Gaelic origins. It appears to be a variant spelling of Moibheal or possibly related to the Irish name Mobhí. The name's exact etymology is somewhat…
Amaybel appears to be a rare feminine name that combines elements of traditional names. It possibly blends the prefix 'Ama-' (from Latin 'amare' meaning 'to love') with '-bel' (from 'bella' meaning…
Madel is a feminine name with possible German and Hebrew roots. As a variant of Madeline or Madeleine, it derives from 'Magdalene,' referring to Mary Magdalene in the Bible, ultimately from the town…
Maidel is a feminine name with Germanic and Yiddish roots. In Yiddish, 'maidel' means 'young girl' or 'maiden,' giving the name a sweet, youthful quality. It may also be connected to the German…
Latin
"song for unaccompanied voices"
Madrigal might be a pretty and highly distinctive choice for a child of a musical family--or for the parent looking for a less conventional path to the nickname Maddie than Madeline or Madison .…
Makell is a feminine name that appears to be a modern creation, possibly a variant of Michaela or a feminine form of Michael, which means 'who is like God?' in Hebrew. It may also relate to names…
Mal is a versatile feminine name with multiple cultural origins. In French, it derives from names like Malorie or Mallory, while in Irish it connects to Máire or Molly. In Vietnamese, Mal (often…
