By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
Across 142 pages
of 142
Persian, Kurdish, Yoruba, English
"leader, high status; celebrated; pure + grace"
Versatile and multicultural, Kayan is a unisex name with its roots all around the globe. As a Persian or Kurdish name, it can mean "high status" or "leader" and would typically be pronounced as…
Kollyn is a feminine given name of modern creation, representing a contemporary spelling variation of names like Colleen or Colin. While Colleen derives from the Irish word 'cailín' meaning 'girl' or…
Larkyn is a contemporary feminine name that emerged in the United States in recent decades, part of the trend toward surname-inspired and nature-influenced names with the distinctive '-yn' ending.…
Latin
"light"
Lumen is a Latin word meaning "light", and the term used for the measurement of light output (making it an attractive choice for science-buffs). The name was used for a female character in the TV…
Macyn is a contemporary feminine name that represents a modern spelling variation of Mason, which traditionally was a masculine occupational surname referring to a stoneworker. This feminine…
A spelling variation of Madeleine, which is the French form of Hebrew Magdalene meaning "from Magdala" or "from the high tower." While Madeleine is the most popular spelling option in the UK and…
Naidelyn is a contemporary feminine name that appears to blend elements of names like Nadia (meaning "hope") with the popular "-lyn" suffix seen in names like Madelyn and Evelyn. The name has gained…
Natalynn is a feminine name that blends elements of the traditional name Natalie with the popular suffix 'lynn.' Natalie itself derives from the Latin 'natalis,' meaning 'birthday' or 'birth,'…
Greek mythology name
The Greek mythological hunter who was turned into a constellation is much more often used for boys.
Japanese
"thunder and lightning"
Raiden is a powerful choice for a baby girl. The Japanese god of thunder’s name is traditionally pronounced RYE-den, but most children named Raiden in the US pronounce it to rhyme with familiar…
Irish diminutive of Rose
"rose, a flower"
The name of a sympathetic character in the best-selling novel The Secret Life of Bees , though it feels more stylish these days spelled Rosaline.
Rozlynn is a feminine name that represents a modern variant spelling of Rosalind or Rosalyn. These names derive from Germanic elements meaning 'horse' and 'soft, tender,' though they're more commonly…
Saturn is a celestial feminine name derived directly from the Roman god of agriculture and the name of the sixth planet in our solar system. As a given name, Saturn emerged as part of the modern…
Shaelyn is a feminine name that emerged in the late 20th century, blending elements of popular names like Shae/Shay with the trending '-lyn' suffix that became fashionable in American naming. It can…
Tuleen is a feminine name with possible Arabic origins, where it may be related to 'tuliin' meaning 'similar to gold' or conveying brightness. In some contexts, it might be a nature-inspired name…
Modern Invented
Wren is one of the trendiest girl names in recent years, and the longer forms Wrenley and now Wrenlee are firmly in the Top 1000 as well. This leads to Wrenlynn, which combines the popular wren…
Cailynn is a feminine name that emerged in the late 20th century, blending Celtic influences with modern naming patterns. It likely evolved as a variant of Caitlin (Irish form of Katherine) combined…
Irish
"little champion"
Stronger and more contemporary twist on Carla or Carly, Carlin was used just about equally for girls and boys in the US last year.
English, Scottish surname
"from Carrington"
This habitational surname works as a modern way to honor a Carrie, Carolyn, or Caroline. Actress Beverly Garland had a daughter named Carrington.
English variation of Deighton
"place with a dike"
A city name that sounds more legit than most because of its similarity to Peyton and other such names in circulation.
