Middle Names, Surnames, and Nicknames · Girl Names Lists · Name Spellings, Initials and Sounds
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Yael
Hebrew
"ibex"
Yael is an Old Testament name often heard in Israel that could work well here: just remember that it's pronounced with two syllables...it is also spelled Ya'el. In the Bible she was a Kenite woman in…
Yasmeen
Persian
"jasmine flower"
One of the less frequently seen spellings of this popular name.
Yudelle
Yudelle is a feminine name of Yiddish origin, representing a diminutive form possibly derived from names containing the element 'Yehuda' (meaning 'praised' or 'thanksgiving'). This rare name carries…
Yvaine
Female variation of Yvain or Scottish
"evening star"
A mix of Yvonne and Elaine, Yvaine was first noticed in the Neil Gaiman fantasy novel and then movie Stardust , in which Claire Danes played the 'fallen star' Yvaine. This In all its forms, one of…
Yvette
French, feminine of Yves
"yew tree"
This French name has the elegance of other '-ette' names like Colette and Odette, and is a botanical name without being too obvious about it. Related to the sleek French name Yves, it was popular in…
Yvonne
French
"yew wood"
Peaking in the 1950s, Yvonne has now dropped out of the Top 1000 in 2003 and doesn't look set to return soon, although its rare Y initial might endear it to some. Yvaine, from Neil Gaiman's Stardust…
Zabelle
Spelling variation of Zabel, form of Isabel which is a form of Elizabeth, Hebrew
"pledged to God"
Zabelle and Zabel are fresh (to us) and ancient forms of Isabel, making zippy variations for modern lovers of that ancient name who feel the original is overexposed.
Zareen
Persian
"golden"
Alternative form of Zarin and Zari.
Zelene
Zelene is a feminine name with Greek origins, derived from Selene, the ancient Greek goddess of the moon. The 'Z' variation gives this classical name a contemporary edge while maintaining its…
Zerene
nature name
This name derives from the name of a group of buttercup yellow butterflies. It is also a zingy twist on the more familiar Serena.
Zoelle
English
"life + girl"
Zoelle is a modern-sounding name combining the stylish Zoe, which means life, with the trendy Elle, French for "she". Could make for a zippier spin on sweet Noelle.
Abelle
Abelle is a feminine name of French origin, serving as a variant of the more common Abelle or Abella. It derives from the Hebrew name Abel, meaning "breath" or "vapor." The feminine suffix "-elle"…
Zohar
Hebrew
"light, brilliance"
A Top 100 name in Israel, where it is overwhelmingly feminine. Zohar is currently used equally between girls and boys in the US but is rising far more quickly for boys.
Adair
Scottish and Irish, Brazilian
"oak tree ford; wealthy spearman; wealth and fame"
A unisex name with lots of flair and a daring spirit, Adair was first noticed as a girl's name in the 1980's, thanks to the long-running daytime drama Search for Tomorrow , with the character Adair…
Adette
Adette is a feminine name that appears to be a diminutive form of Ada or Adele, with French linguistic influences. The 'ette' suffix typically indicates 'little' in French, suggesting 'little Ada' as…
Adine
Variation of Aideen or Adina
Spelled this way, Adine could be a relative of either the Irish Aideen, which means jealousy, or the Arabic Adina, meaning slender. We'll go with the slender.
Afreen
Afreen is a feminine name of Arabic and Persian origin meaning 'praise,' 'blessing,' or 'admiration.' Widely used across Muslim communities in South Asia, the Middle East, and among Muslim diaspora…
Akhtar
Persian
"star"
A celestial and bright feeling choice, Akhtar is a unisex name of Persian origin, used among Persian, Punjabi, Urdu, Pashto, and Bengali speakers. It is generally translated as "star", though if you…
Albane
Feminine form of Alban, French, Latin
"white, bright; from Alba"
A stylish choice in France where it ranked in the Top 50 in a recent year, Albane is a relative of zippy Alba, but with the weightier feel of Constance, Mathilde, Hortense, and Ludivine. It…
Albine
Albine is a delicate feminine name of French and Latin origin. Derived from the Latin word "albus" meaning "white" or "bright," Albine carries connotations of purity, clarity, and light. The name was…