By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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Spanish word name
"heart"
With word names increasingly acceptable or even desirable, this Spanish word for heart, brought to the fore by Philippine president Corazon Aquino, may find more takers.
Evangelyn is a feminine name that represents a modern spelling variation of Evangeline, which derives from Greek elements meaning 'bearer of good news.' This alternative spelling with 'y' instead of…
Welsh
"fair, blessed"
The most modern choice in this group, and the most distinctive; the Gwyn form is a common male name in Wales.
Punjabi, Sikh
"one who has Godly merits"
A unisex name used in India with a virtuous meaning.
English, Scottish surname
"ridge enclosure"
Hunter is gaining favor among girls, as is Sutton, and for those in search of something less common, surname-style Hutton might just be the one, as it blends elements of both. Used quietly for boys…
Kaylan is a contemporary feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a feminine form of Kaylen or a variant of Kayla, both modern creations. Alternatively, it could derive from the Irish…
Liliann is a feminine name that serves as a variation of Lillian or Lilian, which themselves derived from the flower name Lily, symbolizing purity and innocence. The additional 'n' in Liliann creates…
Lillyan is a feminine name that evolved as a variation of Lillian, which itself derives from the Latin name Lilium, meaning 'lily.' The lily flower has long been a symbol of purity and innocence,…
Maddisyn is a modern feminine name that represents a creative spelling variation of Madison. Madison itself began as an English surname meaning 'son of Maud' before transitioning to a given name,…
Dutch, Persian, Kazakh, Arabic, Sanskrit
"drop of the sea, bitter, or beloved + grace; coral; purification"
A succinct and multicultural choice, Marjan's meaning and pronunciation differs depending on which root you follow. As a Dutch name, it is a variation of Marianne, a name that blends the classic…
Variation of Merryn or Mirren, Cornish or Irish, meaning unknown
Is Merrin a real name or a melodic invention? Singer Bo Bice brought this merry name to the public's attention when he chose it for his daughter, but most reliable baby name sources don't list it.…
English from Norse
"to split"
A potential successor to River, albeit without the nature connection. Instead, it has a sleek, sharp sound with the slight witchy-feel of Maven, Sylvie, Raven, and Rowena. Meaning "to split, to…
Sabreen is a feminine name of Arabic origin, derived from the word 'sabr' meaning 'patience' or 'perseverance.' The name essentially means 'patient one' or 'person of patience.' Sabreen is used…
Selen is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins. In Turkish, it combines 'sel' (flood) and 'en' (most), meaning 'one like a flood' or expressing abundance. It's also considered a variant of…
Spelling variation of Sean
"God is gracious"
Shawn is one name that's become less unisex and more distinctly male over time in all its spellings, given to only 14 baby girls and over 500 boys in the US in the most recent year counted. But at…
Modern invented name
Shaylynn is a modern feminine name that combines elements of popular names like Shay, Shayla, and Lynn. It emerged primarily in the United States in the late 20th century as parents sought unique…
Solenn is a feminine Breton name with Celtic origins, derived from elements meaning 'solemn' or 'dignified.' This elegant name is particularly popular in Brittany, the Celtic region of northwestern…
Summerlyn is a modern feminine name that combines the familiar word "summer" with the popular name suffix "-lyn," creating a name that evokes bright, sunny days and warm weather. This contemporary…
Teaghan is a modern feminine name with Irish and Gaelic influences, likely derived as a variant spelling of Teagan, which comes from the Irish surname Ó Tadhgáin, meaning 'descendant of Tadhgán' (a…
