By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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Cambodian
"sweet-smelling tree"
Common Asian surname also works as a first, as with the singer Chan Marshall, also known as Cat Power (and born Charlyn).
Allisann is a feminine name that appears to be a creative variant spelling of Alison or Allison, names deriving from the medieval French diminutive of Alice (from the Germanic name Adalheidis,…
Jen is a short, crisp feminine name that originated primarily as a diminutive of Jennifer, though it can also be a nickname for names like Jenna, Jenny, or Genevieve. The root name Jennifer comes…
Place name, English from Portuguese and Sanskrit
"lionlike"
Lovely, international, tea-scented possibility undiscovered by baby names. Ceylon may ultimately be derived from the Sanskrit siṃhala , meaning "island of lions" or "abundance of lions."
Gudritin is an extremely rare feminine name with possible Germanic or Norse origins. The name may be a variant or elaboration of names containing the element 'Gud' or 'Guð,' which means 'God' in Old…
Gudrin appears to be a variation of Gudrun (or Gudrún), a feminine name with ancient Norse origins. In Norse mythology, Gudrun was a significant figure in the Volsunga saga and the Poetic Edda. The…
English color name from Latin
"deep sky-blue"
This vivid sky blue color name is at present used mostly for boys, but it is used in such small numbers that it could easily work on any gender. Whimsical and magical, but reminiscent of more…
Gudren appears to be a variant spelling of Gudrun, a feminine name with deep Norse mythological roots. In Norse legend, Gudrun was a central figure in the Volsunga saga, known for her beauty and…
Gudrinn is a feminine name with Norse origins, likely a variant spelling of Gudrun or Guðrún, which combines the elements 'god' and 'secret lore' or 'rune.' In Norse mythology, Gudrun was a…
Welsh
"beautiful as a poem; crooked women"
A mythological Welsh name with an intriguing sound, Ceridwen appears in several Welsh legends, in which she is an an enchantress and the owner of the cauldron of poetic inspiration. She is also…
Gudrunn is a feminine name with Norse origins, derived from the elements 'gud' meaning 'god' and 'run' meaning 'secret lore' or 'rune.' It's a variant of the more common Gudrun, which appears in…
Guthrun is a feminine name with ancient Norse origins, a variant of Gudrun or Gudrún, which combines the elements 'gud' meaning 'god' and 'run' meaning 'secret lore' or 'rune.' In Norse mythology,…
Celestin is a feminine name of Latin origin, derived from 'caelestis' meaning 'heavenly' or 'of the sky.' This ethereal name carries connotations of divinity and celestial beauty. While Celestin is…
Braelen is a modern feminine name with Celtic and Scottish influences. It appears to be a contemporary variation of names like Braelyn or Braelan, combining elements that suggest strength and beauty.…
Alysen is a modern feminine variant of Alice, featuring a distinctive spelling that updates this classic name. The traditional Alice derives from the Old German name Adalheidis, meaning 'noble…
Guthrunn is a feminine name with Old Norse origins, combining elements that typically mean 'battle' and 'secret' or 'wisdom.' This powerful name was used in ancient Scandinavian cultures,…
Scandinavian
"god's rune; secret battle"
Difficult name familiar here mainly via D. H. Lawrence's Women in Love .
Celestyn is a feminine variation of the name Celestine, which derives from Latin and means 'heavenly' or 'of the sky.' The name carries ethereal qualities and evokes images of the celestial cosmos.…
Gretchyn is a feminine variant of Gretchen, which itself derives from the German short form of Margaret, meaning 'pearl'. This contemporary spelling adds a distinctive touch to the traditional name…
Gretchin is an uncommon feminine name that appears to be a variant spelling of Gretchen, which originated as a German diminutive of Margaret, meaning 'pearl.' This alternative spelling gives the…
