By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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Chelo is a feminine name primarily used in Spanish-speaking cultures, particularly in Spain and Latin America. It originated as a diminutive of names containing 'cel' such as Consuelo (meaning…
Italian place-name
The Lido is a sand island directly across from Venice. Lido is also used to mean beach resort or swimming pool.
Japanese
"mirror"
One of the most familiar and attractive Japanese names, though rarely heard outside that culture.
Conzuelo is a feminine name that appears to be a spelling variation of the Spanish name Consuelo, which means 'consolation' or 'comfort.' The traditional Consuelo has roots in the Catholic title for…
Callypso is a feminine name that offers a creative spelling variation of Calypso. The original Calypso comes from Greek mythology, where she was a sea nymph, daughter of Atlas, who detained Odysseus…
Singer Perry is long gone, but the beautiful northern Italian lake, best known these days as one of the homes of George Clooney, conjures up a clear and tranquil image.
Hungarian form of Anna or Annika
"grace"
Aniko has the feel and rhythm of a Japanese name but in fact it's an Eastern European spin on Anna.
Alekko is a feminine name (though it can also be used as a masculine name in some cultures) that appears to have Greek origins, possibly functioning as a diminutive form of Alexander/Alexandra,…
"obedient child"
Naoko is a common Japanese name with an admirable meaning, which, depending on how it's written, can translate to obedient, straight, honest, or green child. Naoko can also be spelled Nahoko.
"snow child"
Perfect choice for a child born on a snowy day.
Word name
Actress Rachel Griffiths made headlines when she chose this musical name for her son, but it's also the name of an Australian poet. And absolutely, why can't it work for girls? Banjo joins an entire…
Piano is an unusual feminine name derived from the musical instrument, which itself comes from the Italian word 'piano,' meaning 'soft' or 'quiet.' As a given name, Piano is extremely rare,…
Hungarian nickname for Katherine that provides a fresh option for parents who want to move beyond Kathy and Kate.
Koto is a feminine name with Japanese origins, derived from the traditional Japanese stringed musical instrument of the same name. The koto is Japan's national instrument, a 13-stringed zither with a…
Yukiyo is a feminine Japanese name with beautiful cultural significance. Typically written with kanji characters, its meaning can vary depending on the specific characters used, but common…
"fact, reality, understand; distant; defy"
A simple, importable Japanese name, that carries a multitude of meanings depending on which character is used to denote it. While most westerners pronounced it RY-o or REE-o, its real pronunciation…
Lotto is an uncommon feminine name with potential Italian origins. It may have developed as a feminine form of the Italian male name Lotto, which was a medieval diminutive of names containing the…
Brío is a feminine name derived from Spanish origins, meaning "vigor" or "energy." It embodies a sense of liveliness, spirit, and dynamic character. The name reflects qualities of enthusiasm and…
Basque
"island"
Among the Top Ten Basque baby girls' names, this is actually the place name of an island and is related to other such names as Isla. An unusual O-ending girls' name.
Yoshiyo is a feminine Japanese name comprised of meaningful kanji characters, though the specific meaning depends on which characters are used for writing it. Common combinations include those…
