New Year Names
- Newlyn
Origin:
WelshMeaning:
"new pond"Description:
Male name that seems feminine enough to switch genders, if you're looking for a new lyn spin.
- Ahaan
Origin:
SanskritMeaning:
"dawn"Description:
One of the many Indian names now surging in popularity in the U.S..
- Janvière
Description:
Janvière is a feminine name of French origin, derived from the Latin name "Januarius," which means "January" or "belonging to Janus." Janus was the Roman god of doorways, transitions, and new beginnings, making this name particularly meaningful for girls born in January. The name carries connotations of fresh starts and opening doors to new opportunities. While relatively uncommon in English-speaking countries, Janvière has maintained some popularity in French-speaking regions, particularly in Canada and parts of Europe. The name has a delicate, elegant quality with its soft pronunciation and graceful ending, giving it a timeless charm.
- Zerah
Origin:
HebrewMeaning:
"to arise; dawn"Description:
This Old Testament name, borne by a son of Judah and the twin of Perez, was once considered a masculine name, however, in recent years it has also been used for girls, likely inspired by its similarity to Sarah.
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