A popular spelling variation of Adriana.

Not quite as unusual as it might seem, it first entered the popularity list in 1995, as a possible alternative to the very popular Kayla. In the Bible, an alternate spelling is Jaala.

Rather than confusing things with Elexis, we'd stick with the original Alexis version.

Colorful, yes, but also probably among the hippiest of hippie names. Holly Madison recently chose it for her little girl.

Malina is a synthetic-feeling name that may be a feminization of the Scottish Malcolm or a spelling twist on the Greek Melina and that also has a fruit meaning in several Eastern European languages. For all that it's a little bit of lots of things, Malina doesn't feel very much like itself.

Megan was one of the first trendy names to spawn lots of spelling variations and this form of the name is less popular than its streamlined counterpart, but nevertheless familiar to those in the English speaking world. A variant of Margaret, the name was rarely heard outside of Wales before the mid-20th century.

A unisex name, Rylan plays on many popular baby names, including Ryan and Riley. For boys, the trendy Rylan is in the US Top 500, while for girls, it fell out of Top 1000 in 2023, having been a regular feature since 2009.

The -leigh suffix seems to be losing its luster; several names in this category, including Kayleigh, Kyleigh and Ryleigh, peaked in popularity a few years back but have since lost quite a bit of ground.

The Halley version of this popular name family hit the Top 1000 only once, in 1986, inspired by Halley's Comet, named for astronomer Edmund Halley.

Darrick is a masculine name that emerged as a variant spelling of Derek or Derrick, which ultimately derives from the Old Germanic name Theodoric, meaning 'ruler of the people.' This variation, featuring the distinctive 'a' spelling, gained modest popularity in the United States during the 1960s and 1970s. Darrick carries a strong, masculine quality while maintaining a friendly accessibility. The name peaked in popularity during the late 20th century but has since become less common, now offering a distinctive quality without being completely unfamiliar. Darrick strikes a balance between traditional masculine naming patterns and contemporary spelling variations. The name has associations with strength and leadership through its etymological roots, making it appealing to parents seeking a name with substance and character while maintaining a modern feel.

So sweet it makes our teeth hurt. It has appeared in the US Top 1000 every year since 2006, though it dropped a significant 136 places from 2014 to 2015, and kept dropping to Number 974 in 2016.

Kids love Bob the Builder, but do they want to be Bob the Builder? Bob and Bobby have been out of style since the 1960s, but as vintage nickname-names -- Fred, Archie -- come back into vogue, Bob may tag along. Charlie Sheen used it for one of his twin sons.

Diamond sparkled all through the nineties--reaching as high as Number 150 in 1999. Although its shine has diminished quite a bit, it remains in use.

Maddy is a feminine name that functions both as a diminutive and as a standalone given name. Most commonly, it serves as a nickname for longer names such as Madeline, Madison, Madeleine, or Matilda. Derived from Magdalene, which refers to Mary Magdalene in the New Testament, the name ultimately has Hebrew origins meaning 'tower' or 'elevated.' Maddy has a friendly, approachable quality that balances youthful charm with sufficient substance for adulthood. Its popularity surged in the late 1990s and early 2000s alongside the rise of Madison and other 'Mad-' names. The name offers the advantage of familiarity without being overly common as a legal name, striking a pleasant balance between unique and accessible.

A name with some sterling qualities, most associated with the British currency and silver markets, though it could easily be read as virtuous, celebratory choice, like Merritt or Goldie.

Actor couple Chyler Leigh and Nathan West added this one to the lexicon when they adapted the surname of actress Jennifer Aniston as their daughter's first name, Anniston. With its similarity to both Addison and Anna and its relationship to the star, Aniston is taking off and was given to just shy of 70 girls in a recent year, while Anniston was chosen for around 160.

Angelle is a feminine name with French origins, essentially serving as the feminine form of 'angel.' Derived from the Greek 'angelos' meaning 'messenger,' the name carries beautiful spiritual connotations of divine protection and purity. Popular primarily in French-speaking regions and communities with French cultural influences, Angelle combines elegance with spiritual significance. The name has a delicate, feminine quality with its soft ending while maintaining a clear pronunciation. While never extremely common in English-speaking countries, Angelle has maintained steady if modest usage, particularly in families with French heritage or those seeking a name with subtle religious significance. Its gentle sound and meaningful background make it a timeless choice that avoids feeling trendy.

Sounds like and is often confused with Asia, though it has an air of retro cool via the seminal Steely Dan album. Or, pronounced eye-ah, it can be an alternate spelling of the international favorite Aya.

Brittanie is a feminine variant of Brittany, which originally referred to the northwestern region of France. This name likely emerged as a modern spelling variation of Brittany that gained some popularity in the late 20th century. Brittanie maintains the same French origins and evokes similar connotations of the historic Celtic-influenced French region. The name peaked in popularity in the United States during the 1980s and 1990s, with this particular spelling offering a slightly more distinctive take on the more common Brittany. Brittanie generally connotes someone with spirit and vivacity, possibly reflecting the proud cultural heritage of the Brittany region.

Among the children named Heaven are the daughters of TV personality Brooke Burke and rap singer Lil' Mo, who also has a daughter named God'iss Love. Some parents have taken to using Nevaeh instead—Heaven spelled backwards.