Newest Names on Nameberry
Updated Sun Apr 07 2024
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Introducing the newest names added to Nameberry's ever-growing database.
We are constantly discovering new names from cultures across the world. Our newest names for girls include Arushi, Zuleikha, Lihua, and Fiala. Newest boy names include Rebin, Taiwo, Juriaan, and Siraj.
Other attractive new additions to our database include Cornelian, Arwel, and Cardinal for boys, Fleura, Rhianwen, and Franceline for girls.
Have you got a name you'd like to see added to Nameberry? If so, visit the forums to give your suggestions!
Check out this list of the newest names on Nameberry, and you too might discover one you haven't heard of before. They are ordered here by their current popularity on Nameberry.
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- Ohm
Origin:
Word name or spelling variation of Om, SanskritMeaning:
"creation"Description:
Ohm, chosen by actress Hilary Swank for her son, twin of sister Aya, is a unit of electrical resistance named for 19th-century physicist Georg Ohm.
- Griggs
Origin:
English, variation of GregoryMeaning:
"vigilant, a watchman"Description:
This Anglicized surname derived from Latin Gregorius was originally a pastoral occupational name associated with a herder of cattle or sheep. As a first name it would make a fresh alternative to fast-rising Briggs.
- Sway
Origin:
English word nameMeaning:
"sway"Description:
A rhythmic word name with modern, gender-neutral appeal, Sway is rising for baby girls alongside potential full form Swayze.
- Fleura
Origin:
Variation of Fleur and FloraMeaning:
"flower"Description:
Combine elements of the sophisticated Flora with chic French Fleur, and you've got Fleura. Simple and stylish with a flowery flair.
- Rebin
Origin:
KurdishMeaning:
"pathfinder, one who sees the way"Description:
This handsome Kurdish boy's name feels familiar a la Robin and Reuben, with an adventurous meaning.
- Rhianwen
Origin:
WelshMeaning:
"fair maiden"Description:
This gorgeous and undiscovered Welsh name elevates the more familiar Rhiannon to include the bonus of cutesy nickname Winnie.
- Lilivere
Origin:
Invented name, combination of Lili and GuinevereMeaning:
"lily + white shadow, white wave"Description:
This romantic, ethereal name sounds straight out of Arthurian legend but is in fact a modern hybrid of Guinevere and Lili.
- Taiwo
Origin:
YorubaMeaning:
"the first twin to taste the world"Description:
In West African Yoruba culture, Taiwo is traditionally given to the first born of a set of twins; the counterpart to the name Kehinde, as in Black American artist Kehinde Wiley (who does in fact have a twin brother named Taiwo).
- Epponnee
Origin:
Australian invented nameDescription:
Epponnee-Rae — full name Epponnee-Raelene Kathleen Darlene Charlene Craig — is the daughter of Kim and Brett on the early aughts Australian sitcom Kath & Kim.
- Ambika
Origin:
SanskritMeaning:
"mother"Description:
Ambika is one of the names of the mother goddesses of Hinduism. She is worshipped under other names as well, including Chandi, said to be the power of Ambika, who rides a lion.
- Demi
Origin:
Greek, diminutive of DemetriusMeaning:
"follower of Demeter; half"Description:
Used as a nickname for Demetrius and his variants, Demi is also a literary name used as an alternative to the traditional nickname "Junior" by the beloved Louisa May Alcott in her novel Little Men.
- Evermore
Origin:
English word nameMeaning:
"always"Description:
Inspired by Taylor Swift's 2020 album Evermore, seven sets of parents chose this name for their daughters in 2022. With a poetic meaning of "forever" or "always", this is one that we could see gaining traction outside of the Swiftiverse. Accessible nicknames Ever and Evie are always an option if Evermore feels too bold for everyday use.
- Nimarata
Origin:
Indian, Punjabi, SikhMeaning:
"humility, benevolence"Description:
Presidential hopeful and former Governor of South Carolina Nikki Haley was born Nimarata Nikki Randhawa. Her given first name is significant in Sikh culture as one of the Five Virtues — nimarata (also Anglicized as nimrata) represents humility.
- Cardinal
Origin:
English word nameMeaning:
"principal; bird"Description:
Bird names have taken flight, and Cardinal is a new addition recently used by Cameron Diaz and Benji Madden for their son. The red bird was named for the color of the robes worn by the religious cardinals.
- Ocelotl
Origin:
NahuatlMeaning:
"jaguar, jaguar warrior"Description:
In Nahuatl — a language spoken by indigenous people of Southern Mexico and Central America – Ocelotl both means "jaguar", and also refers to Jaguar Warriors of the Ancient Aztect empire. The name "Ocelotl" also refers to a day in the Aztec calendar. This day is associated with brave warriors and is a good day for battle.
- Arwel
Origin:
WelshMeaning:
"prominent"Description:
Arwel is well-known in Wales from figures such as composers Arwel Hughes and Owain Arwel Hughes, and Rugby players Arwel Thomas and Arwel Robson — though not especially popular for baby boys today. It has never been recorded in the American baby name charts, but would be an accessible Welsh heritage choice.
- Venus
Origin:
LatinMeaning:
"desire"Description:
While the mythological goddess Venus was female, Venus could be in the running of the new wave of girl names being adopted for boys.
- Éanna
Origin:
IrishMeaning:
"bird"Description:
Éanna is the modern Irish form of Old Irish Énna, which may derive from the word for bird, én. It was worn by several ancient kings, heroes and saints. Outside of Ireland, it is better known in its anglicized version, Enda, which also has the benefit of a more guessable pronunciation to non-Irish speakers. In its homeland, however, Éanna is rising and entered the Top 100 boy names in 2023.
- Dragan
Origin:
SlavicMeaning:
"dear, beloved"Description:
While this boy's name used in Slavic countries like Romania, Serbia, Croatia, and Slovenia may sound like the English word "dragon", the name has a much more gentle meaning.
- Saffron
Origin:
Spice nameDescription:
This spice name is typically used for girls, but we see no reason it couldn't join the growing list of gender-neutral nature names.