Popular Names and Name Trends
Updated September 2026
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Medieval Italian elaboration of Cosmo
"order, universe, beauty"
Also spelled as Cosmaele, this intriguing Medieval Italian name has modern potential. Likely an elaboration of Cosmo or Cosimo, this name draws inspiration for names such as Raffaele, though it may…
German, Dutch
"rose + free man"
Poetic and whimsical but with touch of valor about it, Roselotte is a rare compound name, blending two classics together. It would likely be pronounced with four syllables ("RO-zuh-law-tuh") in…
Invented name, combination of Lili and Guinevere
"lily + white shadow, white wave"
This romantic, ethereal name sounds straight out of Arthurian legend but is in fact a modern hybrid of Guinevere and Lili. Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's daughter Lilibet — her own name inspired by…
Place name, Clackamas Chinook
"still, quiet water"
The name of a river and valley in the US state of Oregon, Willamette is a rare place option with potential. Originating from the name of a Clackamas village on the Columbia river, Willamette emerged…
Variation of Lyra or combination of Lyra and Rania
"lyre, harp; heavenly harp"
Lyrania is a contemporary choice that may be viewed in several ways. On one hand, it's a pretty, elaborated form of the Greek Lyra, giving it a hint of Liliana, while on the other, it may be viewed…
Variation of Evalotte, Swedish, Dutch, German
"life + free man"
Classic and charming but with plenty of spark, Evoletta is an alternative form of the compound name, Evalotte. Also spelled as Eva-Lotta, it appears in Astrid Lindgren's book series Kalle Blomkvist .…
English
"sandy stream, sandy brook"
Classic Samuel meets stylish Brooks in this distinctive surname-style choice, which might also appeal to fans of Samwise, Hawthorne, and Elwood. Derived from the Old English Semebre , it refers to…
Elaboration of Ruth or variation of Ruthetta, Hebrew
"friend"
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…
Greek
"seer, oracle"
Sybylla is another spelling of the elongation of Sybil. This version is the name of the heroine of the 1901 Australian novel by Miles Franklin, the pen name of Stella Maria Sarah Miles Franklin. This…
German, Swiss, Latin
"greatest"
A mighty and archaic sounding choice, Maxentia is a feminine form of Maxentius or Maxence, and may make an interesting route to nickname Maxie for those who find Maxine too concise or familiar.
English, meaning unknown
A femininization of Ozzy, Oswald, Uzziel, or Oziel, or perhaps a variation of Ozella or Azelie, this name was chosen by musician Amy Ray, one half of the folk rock duo, Indigo Girls, for her daughter…
Latin
"lovable"
A unisex name used in Roman times, Amabilis has the sweet meaning of "lovable", in turn connecting it to contemporary (and vintage) favorite, Mabel. It has been borne by two saints, St. Amabilis of…
Hebrew
"gift of Yahweh"
An ancient relative of classic Matthew, Mathias, and Matteo, Mattithiah was borne by several minor figures in the Old Testament and by a 2nd-century BC Jewish priest who led a revolt against the…
German
"bright, shining crow"
A rare, ancient feeling Germanic name, Rochbert may appeal to those who enjoy Robert and Rocco but are looking for something truly distinctive. Comprised of the elements hruoh meaning "crow, rook"…
Surname and place name, English
"the desired settlement; Wilhelm's estate"
A surname-style choice, in the same vein of Remington, Kingston, Lexington, and Montgomery, Wilmington is the name of various places in the UK and the US. The meaning is debated, with some sources…
Variation of Madeline and Magdalene, English, Aramaic
"of Magdala, high tower"
A clunky-cute member of the Madeline-Magdalene-Maude family, which perfectly blends all three together. With sweet nicknames Maudie, Leni, and Laney, the name ultimately derives from Aramaic, meaning…
Compound name of Iris and Beth
"iris flower + pledged to God; rainbow + pledged to God"
A mix of bright, floral Iris, with classic Elizabeth, Irisbeth made its debut to the US stats in 2025, when 16 girls received the name. Parents may have be inspired by the content creator, Irisbeth…