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Classic Baby Names with a Twist

  1. Victory

    • Origin:

      English word name

    • Meaning:

      "victory"

    • Description:

      A winning unisex word name, fresher than Victoria or Victor. While Victory ranked only once on the US Top 1000, in 1918 at the end of World War I, it's a Top 25 name for girls in France.
  2. Dorit

    • Origin:

      Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "of this generation"

    • Description:

      Popular in Israel, sounds a lot more current than Doris.Brings to mind Dickens' Little Dorrit, though Dorrit was the surname of its heroine Amy.
  3. Xoana

    • Origin:

      Galician variation of Jane, English

    • Meaning:

      "God is gracious"

    • Description:

      Juana with an X factor.
  4. Elizabella

    • Origin:

      English combination of Eliza + Bella

    • Meaning:

      "pledged to God + beautiful"

    • Description:

      Elizabella is a much more obscure smoosh than sisters Isabella and Annabelle, but the megapopularity of Isabella may give this unusual combo name a boost.
  5. Christo

    • Origin:

      Slavic

    • Meaning:

      "one who carries Christ"

    • Description:

      This unusual name, which is jauntier than Chris when used as a diminutive of Christopher, is associated with the Bulgarian installation artist of that name, responsible for wrapping many public institutions and known especially for The Gates of Central Park and Running Fence. Christo is his full given name.
  6. Ceil

    • Origin:

      Short form of Cecilia or Celia

    • Meaning:

      "blind or heavenly"

    • Description:

      With the growing popularity of Celia and Cecilia, this vintage canasta-playing nickname name could be due for a comeback.
  7. Tereza

    • Origin:

      Portuguese, Czech, and Romanian variation of Theresa

    • Meaning:

      "to harvest"

    • Description:

      A favorite in Brazil, with the z adding extra zest.
  8. Ashling

    • Description:

      Ashling (also spelled Aisling) is a feminine Irish name derived from the Gaelic word "aislinge," meaning "dream" or "vision." In Irish literary tradition, an aisling was a poetic genre involving dream-vision poems where Ireland appeared to the poet as a woman. The name emerged in popularity during the Irish cultural revival of the 20th century and has become increasingly popular among diaspora families seeking to connect with their Irish heritage. While relatively uncommon outside Ireland and Irish communities, Ashling offers a lyrical quality with its soft sounds and meaningful heritage. The name represents imagination, hope, and the mystical aspects of Irish cultural tradition.

  9. Madelena

    • Description:

      Madelena is a graceful feminine name representing a variation of Magdalena, ultimately derived from Magdala, an ancient place name meaning "tower" in Aramaic. This name connects to the biblical figure Mary Magdalene, a follower of Jesus. Madelena combines elements of both Magdalena and Madeleine, creating a melodious alternative with Mediterranean charm. Particularly appreciated in Spanish, Portuguese, and Italian-speaking cultures, Madelena carries an elegant, romantic quality. While less common than Madeline or Magdalena in English-speaking countries, Madelena offers a distinctive option with familiar roots. The name's flowing syllables and historical depth make it timelessly appealing while providing nickname options like Lena, Maddie, or Elena.