By Sophie Kihm · Updated September 2026
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Latin
"equal night"
A dramatic nature-inspired possibility for either sex.
"flow"
"womb; orderly mathematical arrangement"
Most famous as a sci-fi action film starring Keanu Reeves, the word matrix actually derives from the Latin for "womb". Max, May or Trixie could make for cool nicknames.
English word name
"flirtatious young woman"
While cute in sound, the connotations of the word "minx" make it an inappropriate choice for a baby name.
Latin variation of Nyx, Greek
"night"
Nox was the Roman goddess of the night, equivalent to the Greek Nyx, from which her name was derived. Although identical in sound, Nox is unrelated to the Scottish masculine name Knox.
Greek
"flame"
A rare and striking flower name, in use in English since the late 19th century, which takes its name from the Greek word for "flame".
"root"
This eye-catchingly unique name was coined by Cameron Diaz and Benji Madden, who gave it to their daughter, born in 2020. It may derive from the Latin radix , meaning "root", or perhaps from the…
"the hateful"
In Greek mythology, the river Styx separates the Earth and the Underworld, named for the goddess who gave it its power. Today Styx is also associated with the 1970s rock band of the same name.
"female wine harvester"
Vindemiatrix is the third-brightest star in Virgo. Located 110 lightyears away, it marks the eastern lip of the large semi-circular pattern known as the "Bowl of Virgo", which is visible in spring.…
Invented name
The ultimate romantic elaboration of Winter, Wyntreaux feels like it's straight out of a fantasy novel.
Aleix as a feminine name represents an unusual gender assignment, as it is traditionally a masculine Catalan name, equivalent to the English Alexis or Alex, derived from the Greek name Alexandros…
Allexx is a creative variation of the more traditional name Alex, which itself is a shortened form of Alexander or Alexandra. With its distinctive double 'x' ending, Allexx adds a modern twist to…
Allex is a feminine name that represents a modern, creative variation of Alex or Alexis. With its distinctive double 'l' spelling, the name maintains the familiar sound of its more common…
Variation of Alex
One x makes the point.
Allix is a feminine name with French influences, representing a modern, stylized variation of Alice or Alix. The traditional name Alice derives from the Old French name Aalis, a diminutive of…
Allyx is a modern feminine variation of Alice or Alex, featuring a distinctive spelling with the double 'l' and the replacement of 'ce' or 'x' with 'yx.' The name has Greek origins, related to…
English diminutive of Beatrix, Latin
"she who brings happiness; blessed"
Before Beatrice there was Beatrix, which leads naturally to the short form Trix. Trixie is a wise-cracking gum-snapping waitress but Trix is sleek and mischievous -- tricks, get it?
Bijoux is a distinctive feminine name derived from the French word meaning 'jewels' or 'jewelry.' As a personal name, it conveys notions of preciousness, beauty, and value. The unique spelling with…
Claudex is an unusual feminine name that appears to be a modern variation of Claude or Claudia, with the addition of the distinctive suffix '-ex.' The traditional roots come from the Latin name…
Imperatrix is a noble feminine name derived from Latin, meaning 'empress' or 'female commander.' It originates from the ancient Roman title for the wife of an emperor or a female sovereign ruler.…
