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Feminizations of Male Names

  1. Thaddea

    • Origin:

      Feminine variation of Thaddeus, Aramaic

    • Meaning:

      "gift of God"

    • Description:

      Although Thaddeus has long been used in this country, Thaddea is almost unknown and, with its air of mystery, could make a distinctive choice.
  2. Amada

    • Origin:

      Feminine variation of Amado, Spanish

    • Meaning:

      "loved"

    • Description:

      Amada is an unusual Spanish name that's becoming more famous thanks to Ryan Gosling and Eva Mendes, who named their second daughter Amada Lee and their first Esmeralda Amada. Amada was also the name of two characters played by Mendes and, not coincidentally, her grandmother's name. In 2015, it was used for only 21 girls while brother name Amado was used for twice as many girls, but we predict the name will become more popular thanks to its new star power. Related names include the Latin saints' name Amatus, the musical Amadeo, and even Amy and Amanda.
  3. Malika

    • Origin:

      Arabic

    • Meaning:

      "master"

    • Description:

      Malika is an attractive multi-cultural name--it is also a pet form of Amalia in Hungary.
  4. Galena

    • Origin:

      feminine of Galen

    • Meaning:

      "calm"

    • Description:

      Galena is the feminine of the Galen, which means calm. Galena is also a mineral-related name, a type of lead.
  5. Charla

    • Origin:

      English feminization of Charles, German and French

    • Meaning:

      "free man"

    • Description:

      Charlotte is a Top 10 name now and Charlie is hugely popular for both girls and boys, along with Charlee, Charli, Charleigh, and Charley for girls. So why does Charla have none of this fashion power? Only five baby girls were named Charla in the US last year.
  6. Lovella

    • Origin:

      Feminine of Lovell

    • Meaning:

      "wolf"

    • Description:

      Lovella is most likely a feminine variation on Lovell, a surname. While it feels one of the invented-yet-antiquated girls' names, has the obvious attraction of containing the word "love" within it, as well as the opportunity to use "Ella" as nickname.
  7. Domenica

    • Origin:

      Italian feminine form of Dominic

    • Meaning:

      "belonging to the Lord"

    • Description:

      Much fresher and more energetic than Dominique.
  8. Yonit

    • Origin:

      Feminine variation of Yonah, Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "dove"

    • Description:

      A feminization of Yonah, the Hebrew form of Jonah.
  9. Jacobine

    • Origin:

      Feminine variation of Jacob, Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "supplanter"

    • Description:

      Jacobine is a rare -- no baby girls received the name in the US last year -- feminine form of the popular Jacob. But Jacobine has a quirky appeal. The Jacobins were a radical political club formed during the French revolution as well as an order of Dominican friars.
  10. Victorine

    • Origin:

      French variation of Victoria, Latin

    • Meaning:

      "victory"

    • Description:

      Victorine is appealing if you know it's an authentic vintage French girls' name, less so if you assume it's an awkward feminization, ala Davette or Richardine.
  11. Christophine

    • Origin:

      Feminine form of Christopher, Greek, Latin

    • Meaning:

      "bearer of Christ"

    • Description:

      This rare feminization of Christopher blends in the sounds of the popular Josephine and is certainly more unexpected than Christine or Christina. German artist Christophine Reinwald (sister of playwright Friedrich von Schiller) is one notable bearer, while writer Jean Rhys used the name for a character in her 1966 Jane Eyre retelling, Wide Sargasso Sea. In the Caribbean and the UK, Christophine is also the colloquial name for the chayote fruit, a type of gourd named as such in reference to Christopher Columbus.
  12. Stavra

    • Origin:

      Feminine variation of Stavros, Greek

    • Meaning:

      "cross"

    • Description:

      Stavra is the female version of the classic Greek name Stavros, sometimes erroneously anglified as Stephanie (which means crown) or Stella (star).
  13. Xeveria

    • Origin:

      Variation of Xaviera or Xavier, Basque

    • Meaning:

      "new house"

    • Description:

      The usual female form of Xavier, Xaviera, is given to only a handful of baby girls in the US each year, and the Xeveria variation is even rarer, not recorded at all.
  14. Suheyla

    • Origin:

      Turkish, feminine variation of Suhail

    • Meaning:

      "level, even"

    • Description:

      Variation of Suhail.
  15. Timea

    • Origin:

      Hungarian feminine variation of Timaeus

    • Meaning:

      "honor"

    • Description:

      This obscure but simple name is related to a Latinized form of an ancient Greek appellation that receives a mention in both Plato's Dialogues and the New Testament. Timmea and Timmia have also been found.
  16. Urbana

    • Origin:

      Latin, feminine form of Urban

    • Meaning:

      "of the city"

    • Description:

      If you live in the city, you might call your urban baby Urbana; if you live in the suburbs--don't even think of Surbana.
  17. Rolande

    • Description:

      Rolande is a feminine name of French origin, representing the female form of Roland. The name derives from Germanic elements meaning 'fame' and 'land,' suggesting someone of renowned courage or a famous throughout the land. With its elegant French styling and subtle 'e' ending that designates femininity in French naming traditions, Rolande carries an air of sophisticated European heritage. The name enjoyed modest popularity in French-speaking regions during the early-to-mid 20th century but remains relatively uncommon today. Rolande possesses a certain vintage dignity, evoking images of strength and classical refinement. While never achieving widespread international usage, the name continues to appeal to parents drawn to French naming traditions or seeking a name with historical depth that hasn't been overused.

  18. Cyrielle

    • Origin:

      French feminine form of Cyril

    • Meaning:

      "lordly"

    • Description:

      Cyril has several attractive femaie forms, including the French Cyrielle as well as Cyrilla. The one downside of this unique name is that many English speakers will pronounce it like cereal, so you'll constantly be explaining, "No, it's siri-ELLE."
  19. Laurentia

    • Origin:

      Latin, feminine form of Laurence

    • Description:

      This pretty female form of Laurence originated in ancient Rome and is still sometimes heard in the Latino community. It is one of the many intriguing Latin names for girls worth consideration by modern parents, as a more distinctive spin on Laura or Lauren. The name's rhythm also makes it perfect for Ren or Wren as a nickname.
  20. Juana

    • Origin:

      Spanish, feminine variation of Juan

    • Meaning:

      "God is gracious"

    • Description:

      Juana has not achieved the popularity in the U.S. of the male version Juan. Whereas Juan has made it almost to the Top 50 on the U. S. hit parade, sister Juana has barely entered the thousand most popular. It is nevertheless a popular choice in Mexico.

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