By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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Aidel is a feminine name with Yiddish origins, traditional in Jewish communities. The name derives from the Yiddish word meaning 'noble,' 'refined,' or 'gentle.' Historically, it was often given to…
Hadeel is primarily a feminine name of Arabic origin, though it is occasionally used for boys in some cultures. The name means 'cooing of doves' or 'gentle sound,' evoking images of peace and…
Mayan
"love, mercy"
French
"stone, boulder"
Though associated with a French saint noted for her holiness and strength of character, this name is somewhat dated and it might be better to look to one of the more modern names popular for little…
Haizel is a contemporary feminine name that combines elements of popular names Hazel and Maizel with a distinctive spelling. This modern creation has gained some modest attention in recent years as…
Place name, English, Spanish, French, Latin "worth; valley"
"worth; valley"
A distinctive and unusual choice, Vail may stem from the Latin, French, and Spanish valor and valeur , denoting worth, merit, and value: a perfect meaning for a baby. There is the possibility however…
Abygail is a feminine name representing a modern, stylized variant of Abigail. While the traditional Abigail has Hebrew origins meaning 'father's joy,' this contemporary spelling adds a distinctive…
Hebrew
"my father is dew"
Avital is a feminine Hebrew name that appears in the Bible as the name of one of King David's wives. The name symbolizes freshness, renewal, and natural beauty. Avital has gained moderate popularity…
Janell is a feminine name that originated as a variant of Jane, which itself derives from the Hebrew name Yochanan meaning 'God is gracious.' This melodic name gained popularity in the United States…
Abbygail is a modern feminine spelling variation of Abigail, a Hebrew name meaning "my father is joy" or "father's rejoicing." This contemporary spelling combines elements of the nickname Abby with…
Gisel is a feminine name with Germanic origins, functioning as a shortened form of names like Giselle or Gisela. The root element "gis" or "gisel" means "pledge" or "hostage" in ancient Germanic…
"praise"
Hallel is derived from the Hebrew word halall , meaning "praise." Hallel is a Jewish prayer typically recited on Jewish holidays. As a baby name, it is common among Jewish girls in Israel.
English word name
Marvel, now a character name in The Hunger Games series, was a miracle name of yesterday, on the girls' Social Security list until 1941 and reaching a high of 487 at the turn of the last century,…
Naimal is a feminine name of Arabic origin, often used in Muslim cultures. It likely derives from Arabic roots meaning 'achievement' or 'attainment.' Though relatively uncommon globally, the name has…
Retal is an uncommon feminine name with Arabic origins, primarily used in Middle Eastern countries. The name carries beautiful meanings, often translated as "dew drops," "pure," or "clarity." Its…
Gisell is a feminine name of Germanic origin, a variant of Giselle, meaning 'pledge' or 'hostage' in its ancient context, though the negative connotations have long disappeared. The name gained…
English, bird name
A kestrel is a bird of prey. It has good potential as a strong girls' name, similar to Falcon for boys.
Diminutive of Melanie
"black, dark"
Not one but two Spice Girls are named Mel, which led to it briefly being more popular for girls than boys in the 90s and early 00s, but it has now fallen out of favor for both sexes.
Meral is a feminine name with Turkish origins, meaning 'deer' or 'gazelle,' symbolizing grace, gentleness, and beauty. The name is relatively common in Turkey but remains rare in Western countries,…
Nicol is a feminine name that serves as a streamlined variation of Nicole, which itself is the female form of Nicholas. Derived from Greek elements meaning "victory of the people," this simplified…
