By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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Bradly is an unusual choice as a feminine name, as it's traditionally a masculine name, a variant spelling of Bradley. The name originated as an English surname derived from Old English words 'brad'…
Bonny is a charming feminine name of Scottish and English origin that literally means 'pretty,' 'attractive,' or 'fair.' It derives from the Old French word 'bon' meaning 'good.' The name gained…
Jamaican or Chinese
"lower gate"
Amoy is a perennially popular girl name in Jamaica, where it's purported to mean "beautiful goddess". Despite its ubiquity on the island, Amoy has never been given to more than 11 American baby girls…
Birdey is an uncommon feminine name with origins as a nickname or diminutive form related to the English word 'bird.' It may have evolved as a pet name that eventually became used as a given name in…
Bevverly is an uncommon feminine name that represents a variant spelling of Beverly. The traditional Beverly originated as an English surname derived from a place name meaning 'beaver stream' or…
Bevvy is a playful feminine name that likely originated as a nickname form of more traditional names like Beverly, Beverley, or Elizabeth. The name has a cheerful, diminutive quality with its '-y'…
English diminutive of Elizabeth, Hebrew
"pledged to God"
Buffy was a one-time sorority girl with a roommate named Muffy, then a fearless vampire slayer, though still basically fluffy. You might think of Buffy as the feminine version of Chip or Bud -- an…
Latin
"the warmth of the sun in winter"
Part-April, part-Felicity, but with the wonderfully whimsical feel of Serendipity. Apricity debuted in the US charts for the first time in 2022.
Diminutive of Elizabeth, Hebrew
This playful variation of Elizabeth became popular in its own right during the 18th and 19th centuries, particularly in England and America. Betsey offers a sweet, vintage quality with a touch of…
Bethaney is a variation of Bethany, a name derived from the biblical village near Jerusalem mentioned in the New Testament as the home of Mary, Martha, and Lazarus. The name comes from Aramaic…
Betheny is a feminine name that serves as a spelling variation of Bethany, which has biblical origins as a place name near Jerusalem. The name is derived from Hebrew elements possibly meaning 'house…
Variation of Armie, English word name from French "military land force; soldier"
"military land force; soldier"
Whether you consider it a word name or a spelling variation of Armie, this name maintains its meaning. Jill Wagner used it for her daughter in 2020.
Icelandic
"eagle"
Arney is a modern Icelandic name, combining the elements arn , meaning "eagle," and the diminutive suffix "ey."
Betheney is a feminine name that represents a spelling variation of Bethany, which originates from a biblical place name referring to a village near Jerusalem. The name carries deep historical…
Bethanny is a feminine name representing a variant spelling of Bethany, which comes from the Biblical place name for a village near Jerusalem. The original Hebrew meaning translates to 'house of…
French surname
"noble strength"
A fresh take on the fashionable Audrey and Aubrey, or another novel surname name which seems fitting for either sex.
Bessey is a feminine name that originated as a diminutive form of Elizabeth or Bess. With English origins dating back to medieval times, it carries the same rich heritage as its parent name, which…
Invented name
"by the bank"
Credit, of course, to the artist for inventing this secretive pseudonym, but we actually have Hilary Duff to thank for Banksy as a baby name. Banksy is Duff's nickname for her daughter Banks, born in…
Berrty is an unusual feminine name that appears to be a creative variant spelling, possibly deriving from names like Bertie, Berta, or Berry. Its origins are somewhat obscure, likely representing a…
Turkish
"reflection of the moon on a lake"
A popular name in its native Turkey, with one of the most poetic meaning around.
