By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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Vivyan is an uncommon name with medieval origins that can be used for either gender, though it's more frequently associated with women. It derives from the Latin name 'Vivianus,' meaning 'alive' or…
Variation of Afton, Scottish place name
"Æffa's farmstead"
A modern form of the surname and place name Afton, Aftyn has a similar feel to Aspyn, Austyn, Avalyn, and Paityn. Likely derived from Old English to mean "Æffa's farmstead", Æffa being an Anglo-Saxon…
Invented Name
Variation of Abilene.
Spelling variation of Alison
"noble"
One of many spelling variations of Allison — a name that took off in the 60s and had a few decades of popularity.
Variation of Aislinn, Irish
"dream"
Ashlen is a feminine name with modern appeal that emerged in the United States during the late 20th century. It's a contemporary variation of Ashley or Ashlyn, blending elements of these popular…
Austynn is a feminine name that represents a modern, alternative spelling of the name Austin. While Austin originated as an English surname derived from the Latin name Augustine (meaning 'majestic'…
English surname
"Brock's settlement"
Braxton has been a major hit of the 21st century for boys, and now parents are looking at it with fresh eyes for their daughters.
Braylon as a feminine name represents an interesting gender crossover, as it originated and is more commonly used as a masculine name. Created as a modern American invention in the late 20th century,…
Irish
"son of Breasal"
Breslin is a classic Irish surname that's found its way onto the first name roles in the US, but only for girls.
"small shoe"
Despite the bro-ish first syllable, more and more parents are catching on to Brogan as a girl name. Think of it as a modern update of Morgan.
Carlynn is a feminine name that blends elements of Caroline and Lynn, creating a modern-feeling name with traditional roots. It can be seen as a feminine variation of Carl (from Germanic origins…
Combination of Carol + Ann, English
"free man of grace; song of grace"
A compound name that mirrors the cadence of Caroline but with a twist at the end. The name was briefly popular during the 30s and 40s.
Charlyn is a feminine name that combines elements of 'Charlotte' and the popular suffix '-lyn' or could be viewed as a variation of 'Charlene.' With roots in the masculine name Charles (meaning 'free…
Variation of Cheryl, English compound name blending Cheryl and Lyn
"dear lake; dear + pretty"
Sweet and retro, Cherilyn peaked in 1972, when Cher (born Cherilyn Sarkisian) rose to fame. Possibly not quite ready for a comeback, though perhaps fun nickname Cherry might swing it.
Christyn is a modern feminine variant of Christine or Christina, names derived from the Greek 'Christianos' meaning 'follower of Christ.' This alternative spelling emerged in the late 20th century as…
Chyann is a modern feminine name that appears to be a creative spelling variant of Cheyenne, which derives from the Native American tribe. The name has a distinctly contemporary feel with its unique…
Spanish
"conception"
Name given in honor of the Virgin Mary that might prove difficult for a modern Spanish-American child to pull off.
Corinn is a feminine name that serves as a variant spelling of Corinne or Corinna, names with Greek origins meaning 'maiden' or possibly relating to the ancient Greek poet Corinna. This streamlined…
Corrin is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a variation of Corinne, which derives from the Greek name Korinna, meaning 'maiden.' Alternatively, it could be connected to the…
Flower name, from French
"lion's tooth"
The bright yellow weed lends itself to a creative baby name, although we don't recommend the nickname Dandy.
