Newest Names on Nameberry
Updated Sun Jul 27 2025
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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 Roselotte, Linoy, Thale, Ellida, and Jesminder. Newest boy names include Arnon, Nischay, Akoa, Valeriy , and Iilik.
Other attractive new additions to our database include Liliom, Helalia, Anactoria, and Teotl.
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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- Winterrose
Origin:
English compound word nameDescription:
An unexpected, descriptive, and whimsical word name, blending classic Rose with contemporary Winter. It's been appearing in the US stats since 2013 and is given to a small handful of girls each year.
- Swanna
Origin:
French, EnglishMeaning:
"swan; graceful swan"Description:
An unusual, bird inspired name, Swanna may be considered a feminine form of the French Swann — a well-used name for boys in France — or a compound name, mixing Swan with Anna, and lending it the meaning "graceful swan". It appears in the title of the novel, Swanna in Love by Jennifer Belle, which was likely inspired by the 1984 French movie Swann In Love or Un amour de Swann which led to the popularity of Swann itself.
- Teifion
Origin:
WelshMeaning:
"river Teifi"Description:
Likely derived from the name of a river in Wales, Teifion has an intriguing, ancient look, but a contemporary feeling sound. It combines the suffix -on with Teifi, a name that may ultimately share its roots with Thames, giving it the meaning, "waters, river, darkness". A quietly used option in England and Wales, it is given to a small handful of babies more years.
- Akhtar
Origin:
PersianMeaning:
"star"Description:
Used as a given name and a surname, Akhtar is a celestial choice with a grounded feel. Used among Persian, Punjabi, Urdu, Pashto, and Bengali speakers, it means "star", though if you follow its etymology back to Middle Persian, it may also refer to the planets or any other glowing celestial body.
- Nollaig
Origin:
Irish variation of NoelMeaning:
"December, Christmas"Description:
Considered an Irish variation of the French Noel and as the Irish name for the month of December, Nollaig is a relatively modern creation, used as a unisex name since the 20th century. Given to 3 girls in Ireland in a recent year, it is notably borne by fiddle player Nollaig Casey and footballer Nollaig Cleary.
- Macenry
Origin:
Combination name, Mac + Henry, Scottish, GermanMeaning:
"son of and estate ruler"Description:
Macenry is a rare modern blended name that combines two traditional names, Mac or Mack and Henry. It carries the strength and simplicity of Mack with the timeless charm of Henry. Macenry feels fresh and unique while still rooted in familiar sounds.
- Florinel
Origin:
Romanian diminutive of Florin, LatinMeaning:
"flower; flourishing"Description:
A floral, almost poetic feeling choice, Florinel is heard predominantly in Romanian where it is notably borne by footballers Florinel Coman and Florinel Mirea. It is a diminutive form of Florin, another familiar choice in Romania.
- Miglė
Origin:
LithuanianMeaning:
"mist"Description:
While this name may look unusual to those unfamiliar with it, Miglė is a Lithuanian nature name, derived from the word migla meaning "mist, haze, fog". Occasionally appearing as Migle, the name was a Top 20 choice it Lithuania back in the 2000s and early 2010s. In a recent year, it also featured in the England and Wales charts, when it was given to 3 girls.
- Ludvina
Origin:
Walloon form of Ludivine or Ludwina, French, GermanMeaning:
"people's friend"Description:
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 among Walloon speakers, who typically reside in the South of Belgium.
- Ocean-blu
Origin:
English word nameMeaning:
"ocean blue"Description:
A descriptive, colorful choice with a "celebrity baby name" feel — think Blue Ivy, North West, Golden Raye — Ocean-Blu is one of many hyphenated names appearing in the UK stats. Since 2012, it has been given to at least 12 babies, not a huge number my any means, but still a considerable amount of Ocean-Blus.
- Valfreya
Origin:
War name of goddess Freyja, Old NorseMeaning:
"Freya of the slain"Description:
Valfreya might sound a bit like a blend of Valerie with rising star Freya, however, it actually appears in Norse mythology. An alternative name given to the goddess of love, beauty, war, and death, it combines freyja meaning "lady" with valr meaning "slain", it refers to Freyja's claim on half of the heroes killed in battle. While Odin collects the other half, Freyja's share are brought to her realm in the afterlife, known as Fólkvangr.
- Canelo
Origin:
SpanishMeaning:
"cinnamon tree; winter's bark tree"Description:
A rare Spanish nature name, Canelo comes from both the Spanish canela meaning "cinnamon" and the Chilean and Argentinian canelo, meaning "winter's bark tree". A melodic choice for a winter baby, it is notably borne by Mexican boxer, Canelo Álvarez.
- Libya
Origin:
African place-nameDescription:
Libya is an ancient place-name taken the Egyptian word for the people of Berber tribes who lived in the region. English speakers might relate the name to the word liberty, from which the African nation Liberia took its name, but it is unrelated. Libya also sounds like a baby name thanks to its resemblance to Libby, an old-fashioned nickname for Elizabeth.
- Denisa
Origin:
Czech, Romanian, Slovak and Albanian feminine form of Denis, FrenchMeaning:
"god of Nysa"Description:
Denisa is a variation of Denis, the Old French name for the Greek god of wine and debauchery, Dionysus. Familiar in its native Czechia, Slovakia, and Romania, Denisa may be a slightly sparkier way to honor a family Dennis if you don't love the 60s favorite, Denise.
- Elko
Origin:
Dutch, Ukrainian, EnglishMeaning:
"noble; Yahweh is God; elk, moose"Description:
A multicultural choice with stylish sounds, Elko is reminiscent of Elliot, Ellis, Arlo, and Niko. Yet to appear in the US stats, it's familiar but one-of-a-kind,
- Naeda
Origin:
Variation of Naida, Nahida, or Zenaida, Greek, Persian, ArabicMeaning:
"water nymph; immaculate, undefiled; the life of Zeus"Description:
A name with a modern vibe and an international feel, Naeda has a variety of possible origins. On one hand, it might be a variation of the Greek Naida which is associated with water nymphs, however, it could also link to the Persian Nahid or Nahida, borne by an Iranian water and fertility goddess, whose name meant "immaculate". This would also tie it to the planet Venus, known as Nahid in Persian.
- Kahani
Origin:
HindiMeaning:
"story"Description:
Derived from the Sanskrit kathana meaning "narration" or "telling", this Hindi name has a touch of whimsy and an earthy sound. Translating to "story" in English, it is related to fairytales and stories with moral lessons. Kahani was chosen for 20 babies in the US in a recent year, four times as many as were born the year prior.
- Erle
Origin:
Feminine form of Jarl, Norwegian, NorseMeaning:
"chieftain, nobleman"Description:
A relative of the English Earl, and a feminine form of the Norwegian Jarl, Erle is a popular choice in Norway where it ranks in the Top 100. It is notably borne by figure skater Erle Harstad.
- Enda
Origin:
Feminine form of Endo, EstonianMeaning:
"lake name; home ruler; manly, hero"Description:
Succinct and earthy feeling, Enda is a feminine form of Endo or Ent, possibly derived from Hendrik ("home ruler") or Andres ("manly, hero"). The feminization may have also been inspired by Lake Endla, a mystical lake that often appears in Estonian folktales and poetry.
- Ilmarinen
Origin:
FinnishMeaning:
"air"Description:
A poetic and powerful Finnish name, Ilmarinen is a god from Finnish mythology, seen as both the creator and a personification of the sky. An immortal creator, he can work with any metal and create almost anything, one notable creation being the magical Sampo, a device that brings good fortune.