Girl names ending in lani are one of the hottest trends of recent years, thanks to the lilting and lyrical Hawaiian name Leilani. Leilani has inspired a number of offshoots, including Kehlani and Meilani.

Jaylee belongs to the family of names including Haylee and Caylee, all of which experienced their greatest popularity five to ten years ago.

Can be shortened to Nova, which has seen a meteoric rise into the Top 50 in recent years. Novalee appeared on the US Top 1000 for the first time in 2016 and continues to drift gently upward.

A hybrid of Birdie and Ella used briefly in the early 20th century.

Sounds like Nia, looks like Leah.

Avaleigh is a contemporary feminine name that has gained modest popularity in recent years, particularly in English-speaking countries. It appears to be a creative combination of the popular prefix 'Ava' with the suffix 'leigh,' creating a name that sounds both familiar and unique. The 'Ava' element may connect to the Latin 'avis' meaning 'bird,' or to the Hebrew 'Chava' meaning 'life,' while the 'leigh' suffix derives from Old English, meaning 'meadow' or 'clearing.' This blending of elements creates a name with a melodious, flowing quality that fits current naming trends favoring longer names with lyrical sounds. Avaleigh embodies a modern, nature-inspired aesthetic while maintaining feminine elegance, making it appealing to parents seeking something distinctive yet accessible.

Part Rylee, part Raelynn — Raelee is a trendy compound name on the rise.

A rising respelling of Aviana.

For those who are trying to nudge Abeleen, the Texas place-name, toward Adeline, the stylish girls' name. Unfortunately, you arrive somewhere short of a happy medium.

Nariah is a contemporary feminine name that has gained popularity in the United States since the early 2000s. It appears to be a modern variation or blend of names like Mariah, Norah, or Aria, potentially influenced by biblical names ending with the '-iah' suffix, which means 'of God' in Hebrew. While not having deep historical roots, Nariah has a melodic quality and contemporary appeal that resonates with parents seeking something distinctive yet accessible. The name conveys a sense of grace and uniqueness, following naming trends that favor vowel-rich names with flowing sounds. Nariah has steadily increased in usage but remains uncommon enough to be considered a distinctive choice.

Though trendy Arlo is increasingly unisex -- especially since Leighton Meester and Adam Brody gave it to their daughter -- this is a more explicitly female way to spell it. It was one of the fastest-rising girls' names of 2017 and will be among the trendy unique unisex names of the future.

Clorinda is a romantic name invented by a sixteenth-century poet, but has a synthetic sound today.

Naylani is a modern feminine name with multicultural influences. It may be a creative variation of names like Leilani (Hawaiian for 'heavenly flower') or Nayeli (of Zapotec origin meaning 'I love you'). The prefix 'Nay-' appears in several contemporary names, while the '-lani' suffix has Hawaiian roots often associated with meanings like 'heaven' or 'sky.' Naylani has gained modest popularity in the 21st century as parents increasingly seek unique names with melodic qualities. Its four-syllable pattern and flowing sound make it appealing to those looking for a distinctive yet feminine-sounding name for their daughters.

Part Ava, part Lynn, and part cousin of the stylish Evelyn and Adeline, Avalynn is a recent 2014 entrant to the US Top 1000. But sometimes when a name is trying hard to have everything, it doesn't really impress. Avalyn is one spelling variation.

As modern "smoosh" names go, Starlynn is not bad. Over the past two years nearly 40 American girls have been given this name. There may be some confusion with the name Starling (a type of bird), but that shouldn't be too difficult to overcome. Beware, however, its similarity in sound to Russian dictator, Stalin.

Made famous by Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice, whose parents fashioned her name from a musical term meaning "with sweetness".

Cardi B is the stage name of the rapper born Belcalis Almanzar. The name Cardi originated as a short form of Bacardi, a nickname the musician got because her sister is named Hennessy, after the cognac. The B, she says, stands for a range of things, depending on the day, including Belcalis and Bacardi. Cardi is one invented name that's found instant fame and could go much further. For now, it's definitely one of the most talked-about girl names starting with C.

Heard in Spain more as a last name, but would work here as an alluring first.

Rhyan is a contemporary feminine name that represents a feminine spelling variation of Ryan. Originally an Irish surname derived from 'rí' meaning 'king,' Ryan has evolved into a given name for both genders. The spelling with 'h' adds a feminine touch while maintaining the strong, confident sound of the original. Gaining popularity in the late 20th and early 21st centuries, Rhyan appeals to parents seeking modern names with traditional roots. The name carries connotations of leadership and strength from its royal etymology. This variation balances uniqueness with familiarity, offering a distinctive twist on a well-known name without being difficult to pronounce or spell.

Novaleigh is a contemporary feminine name that represents a modern creation combining elements of 'Nova' (meaning 'new' in Latin) and the popular suffix 'leigh.' This melodic name conveys a sense of newness, brightness, and uniqueness. As a relatively recent addition to the naming landscape, Novaleigh reflects the 21st-century trend toward crafting distinctive names with meaningful elements. The astronomical connection to 'nova' (a star that suddenly increases in brightness) adds a celestial quality to the name. While still uncommon, Novaleigh appeals to parents seeking something fresh and distinctive with a feminine sound but without centuries of historical usage or predictable popularity patterns.