Updated October 2026
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Japanese
"gentle friend; dream friend"
Cute and nicknamey girl name with a great meaning to boot.
English
"bear friend"
A dapper English surname derived from the Old English personal name Hunwine "bear friend", which comes with winning nickname Win.
Hebrew
"friend"
Sioux
"friend to all"
This name of one of the three tribes in the Great Sioux Nation could provide an interesting alternative to Dakota.
"beloved, friend"
A modern (and very rare) form of Jedidah, the mother of the biblical king Josiah.
Elaboration of Ruth or variation of Ruthetta, Hebrew
A variety of Ruth-elaborations have appeared in the US stats over the years, including Ruthetta, Ruthie, Ruthanne, and Ruthella, but surprisingly, Ruthette has never been given to more than five…
Filipino, Acadian, French
"friend of roses"
Poetic and gentle, Rosamie could make an unexpected alternative to Rosalie, Rosemary, and Romy. Predominantly used in the Philippines, it may be considered a variation of Rosamund (inspired by French…
Short form of Chewbacca, or word name
"honored friend"
Popular for pets, especially of the shaggy, furry nature, Chewie is a Star Wars inspired choice, used in the movie franchise as a nickname for the tall Wookie companion of Han Solo. The full form…
French variation of Baldwin, German
"brave friend"
Essentially the French equivalent of Baldwin, this name carries strong historical significance, particularly in Belgium where multiple kings have borne the name. The most notable was King Baudouin I…
Variation of Ian or English surname
"God is gracious; beloved, friend"
A creative spelling on Ian (itself a Scottish form of John), or an English surname, inspired by the Old French Ami or Amee, meaning "friend or beloved".
Old English
"friend of peace"
While this may look like a contracted form of vintage girl name, Winifred, it is in fact an Old English masculine name in its own right. Borne by the 8th century monk and missionary St. Boniface, it…
Form of Æðelwine, Old English
"noble friend"
Ethelwyn is a form of Æðelwine, a masculine Anglo-Saxon saints' name that was revived in the 19th century, but for girls. An old example of gender-bending names, the switch likely occurred due to its…
French form of Lidwina, Dutch, German
"friend of the people"
A quietly used name among French speakers, Lydwine is a variation of Lidwina, itself a feminine form of Ludwin and Leutwin. These names are usually interpreted as meaning "friend of the people" or…
Dutch, German
"friend of the people; famous friend"
A rare saint's name that may appeal to those who like Lydia, Winnie, Wilhelmina, and Lavinia. Lidwina is a feminine form of Ludwin and Leutwin. Usually said to mean "friend of the people" or…
Walloon form of Ludivine or Ludwina, French, German
"people's friend"
More familiar perhaps as Ludivine or Ludwina, this name is the Walloon feminine form of the Old Germanic name Leutwin. With its friendly meaning and a sound that is both clunky and regal, it is used…
Elaboration of Ruth or compound of Ruth and Etta, American, Hebrew
"friend; friend of the house ruler"
A rare spin on the classic Ruth, Ruthetta was used occasionally in the early half of the 20th-century.
Maori variation of Selwyn, English
"manor friend"
The Maori form of an Old English given name, notably borne by George Augustus Selwyn, the first Bishop of New Zealand. The Bishop gave his name to several places and a river in New Zealand and this…
Rwandan
Actor Ncuti Gatwa brought this Rwandan name into the spotlight following his appearance n the show Sex Education and then again when he starred as the Fifteenth Doctor in Dr Who . Derived from the…
English from Latin
Amice is a name that was used in the Middle Ages but has fallen out of use now. It seems completely suited for modern life, though, with a pronunciation that's like Alice wth an m.
Variation of Arvin, German
As a male name, Arven is a variation of the friendly German Arvin. The feminine Arven is the Hungarian form of Arwen, the Tolkien princess in Lord of the Rings . Arven is also a male character in the…