By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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Caly is a feminine name that can be viewed as a diminutive of names like Calista or Calypso, or it may stand on its own. Derived from Greek origins, it can relate to 'most beautiful' (from Calista)…
English word name
"in a way that gives out or reflects much light"
A bright and bubbly word name would be fun on a girl or a boy — a more spritely alternative to Brighton.
Cally is a feminine name with Greek origins, derived from the name Calliope, which means "beautiful voice" in Greek mythology. It can also be a diminutive form of names like Caroline, Callista, or…
Irish, English, and Scottish
"broad eye or broad island"
The energetic Brody is a name that claims different meanings and origins depending on whether you're looking at its Irish, Scottish, or English history -- and Eastern Europeans claim a version too.…
English word name or variation of Kay, diminutive of Caitlin, Catherine, etc.
"small island; pure"
Cay is a rare respelling of the retro nickname Kay, but one that may gain ground as a name that's both simple and unique. Like Kay, it can be a diminutive for any of the hundreds of Catherine…
Cadey is a feminine name that functions as a modern variant spelling of Katie or Cady, or potentially as a diminutive of names like Cadence or Arcadia. With its playful ending and straightforward…
English from Greek flower name
The Calla lily is a beautiful trumpet-shaped lily flower, usually white in color, which symbolizes purity and innocence. Its name derives from the Greek kallos , meaning "beauty". Calla lilies have…
Fluttery and flighty. But there are a couple of names that mean butterfly you might consider, such as Yara and Farasha.
Burgandy is a feminine name inspired by the deep reddish-purple color, which itself derives from the Burgundy region of France known for its distinctive wines. This spelling variation, with an 'a'…
Burgundey is a distinctive feminine name inspired by the rich red-purple color, which itself derives from the Burgundy region of France famous for its wines. This colorful name evokes warmth,…
Irish
"descendant of Cearmaid"
Anglicized form of Irish Ó Cearmada, which is reminiscent of other jaunty Irish surnames like Cassidy and Connolly.
Malay
"large flightless bird"
English surname, meaning unknown
As surname names for girls become more popular, we could see Catesby catching on among style-conscious parents. Bonus: it easily shortens to the girlish nickname Cate.
French place-name; also color name
It's a place. It's a wine. It's a color. -- no wonder trend-heavy Burgundy's been discovered as a name.
Khmer
"moon girl"
Channary, a sweet and preppy sounding name with a lovely lunar meaning, belongs to a character in the Lunar Chronicles series. Her relatives Levana and Selene have similarly moon-inspired monikers.
Buffey is a feminine name that appears to be a variant spelling of Buffy, which originated as a diminutive of Elizabeth. The name gained notable recognition through the television show 'Buffy the…
Brioney is an alternate spelling of Bryony, a feminine name derived from the Greek word 'bryonia,' referring to a type of climbing plant with medicinal properties. This nature-inspired name carries…
Brihoney is a relatively rare feminine name that appears to be a modern creation, possibly combining elements of names like 'Brianna' or 'Brittany' with 'honey,' suggesting sweetness. As a…
"clark"
An Irish surname, cognate of the English Clark, which would make a lovely literary option for girls, inspired by Beverly Cleary, author of the popular Ramona series.
English diminutive of names that start with C
Corky is an old-fashioned nickname, historically used more often for boys with names like Courtney, Corwin, or surnames with the "cor" element. On girls, Corky has been used as a short form of names…
