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… or sometimes as a nickname for Elizabeth. Of Scottish origin, where Leslie means 'garden of hollies' or 'gray fortress,' Lessie has a gentle, somewhat old-fashioned character. It was most …

… that combines substance and style. Big plus: Eleanor is a serious name, with two nicknames—Ellie and Nell/Nellie—that are seriously endearing. Nell is more distinctive, but Ellie is …

… Ann Evans, one of the leading authors of the Victorian era. The possibility of nickname Ellie is another factor. Girls have been given all possible spellings, including Eliot, Elliot, and …

… full name. With similar-sounding Millie and Billie gaining popularity in recent years, Hillie would be a fashionable way to honour a Hillary, or just a more unique -illie name.

… Netherlands, the UK, Canada, France, and Brazil, Eliana and sisters come with in-built nicknames Ellie, Elle and Ana which makes them versatile and appealing Spelling variation Elianna is uniquely …

… along with sister names Callie and Kali, as the popular 90s and early 2000s nickname Allie has felt less fresh. The Cali spelling in particular also brings to mind the …

… Nafisah) translates literally to "something so good and valuable that people compete for it". This form is notably borne by basketball star, Napheesa Collier, who goes by sweet nickname Phee.

… from its Hebrew origins. Elsi offers a refreshing alternative to more common Elizabeth derivatives like Ellie or Lisa while maintaining a connection to this timeless name. With its brief two …

… like the idea of your Alexander being known as Alex, or your Eleanor being called Ellie, then it might be time to reconsider your baby name choice — starting with the …

… from 'Lakota,' one of the three major divisions of the Sioux tribe, whose name means 'allies' or 'friends.' The altered spelling with a 'd' gives the name a distinctive quality …

… may relate back to the Greek Aeliana meaning "sun" or to the Hebrew Eliana meaning "my God has answered". Alternatively, it may be a compound name, blending Ellie and Anne.

… could also be a creative modern invention, combining elements of popular names like Olivia and Ellie with a unique spelling. Ollya has a melodic quality with its flowing sounds and …

… year. Liam outranks William, Lily is more common than Lillian, and names like Bella, Jack, Ellie, Eli, and Sadie are all in the Top 100. These nicknames are all cool …

… Sadie, Millie, Elsie, Annie, Hattie –– as well as ones with a more contemporary feel, like Ellie, Charlie, Kylie, Callie, and Hallie. Androgynous nicknames like Stevie and Frankie are a big …

… who had escaped from their Spanish masters and lived together in defiance of colonial rule. In the 1570s, they allied with Francis Drake of England to defeat the Spanish conquest.

… one.' Though concise and simple, Ell provides a modern alternative to the more common nickname 'Ellie.' It maintains a certain elegance while being refreshingly brief. The name has remained relatively …

… her daughter Wilder, and Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis named their son Dimitri Portwood, while Ellie Kemper went for the more traditional James Miller. Here, the roundup of celebrity names …

… its trendy El- beginning. Like a host of other El- names, from the familiar Ella to Eleanor to the more niche Elodie and Elula, Ellington carries the popular Ellie nickname.

… less frequently used than the standard spelling, Elysabeth offers the same versatile nickname options including Ellie, Liz, Beth, and Lily. The 'y' instead of 'i' gives the name a distinctive …

… primarily in the early 20th century, possibly influenced by popular culture references including the famous collie dog character 'Lassie' (with Laddie being the male equivalent). The name carries a friendly …

… West, unnamed in the Oz books, and is drawn from the initials of Oz creator L. Frank Baum. Nicknames Elfie, Ellie, Elle, or Abbie could make it feel more grounded.

… different: Emma.  When Emma gets to #1, they turn to Ella–and then perhaps to Ellie, Elle, Emme, Emery, Embry or Emerson. In the recent past we’ve seen a …

… placing it just outside the Top 1000. While English speakers may lean towards the nicknames Ellie, Elle, and Leni, Greek nicknames include Elenitsa, Elenaki, Lena, and Lenio. Notable bears of …

Sweet and simple, vintage Elsie is on the rise. Here are some great alternatives names!

… other popular choices, like the aforementioned Amelia and Emily, but also Aimee, Amber, Amari, and Allie. It entered the American popularity list in 2002 and is now solidly established in …

… came Betsy, Liz, and Lisa in the midcentury. Next was Beth, and now we have Ellie. Along with Ellie and Lisa, other nicknames for Elizabeth in the US Top 1000 …

A nice long list of all the nicknames I could find for the name Penelope.

… your life. The city of Joliet, Illinois, was originally Juliet, after the founder's daughter, and then changed to honor explorer Louis Jolliet. The neighboring city of Romeoville soon followed.

… usage during the late 20th century as parents sought unique alternatives to popular names like Ellie or Elizabeth. The name offers versatile nickname options including Ellie, Lissie, or Sia. Ellisia …

… Layton, adopted daughter of the eponymous detective. In the game and animated adaptation, she goes by familiar nickname Kat, though Katie, Kitty, Kate, Katri, Elle, and Ellie could work too.

… the Dutch Florens. One notable bearer was the Broadway star and creator of the Ziegfeld Follies, Florenz "Flo" Ziegfield Jr, but his name never really caught on in the US.

… go if you want the eh-lee-nuh pronunciation or the potential for nicknames Elle, Ellie, or Ella. Popular in Switzerland, Azerbaijan, Latvia, and Armenia, Elina is an international name …

… with five letters ranking in the US Top 200 include Avery, Grace, Chloe, Layla, Riley, Ellie, Alexa, Hazel, and Sarah. Classics Alice, Lydia, Clara, Julia, Edith, and Maria are all …

Girl names that end in in E have always been popular, with E one of the top letter endings for baby names. Charlotte is the most popular girl name ending …

We have all heard the Shakespearean saying "what's in a name?", but today we are asking, "what's in a nickname?" The early 2000s and 2010s were defined by …

Widely used here since the 50s, Allison — a derivative of Alice — has now been once again surpassed by the original Alice as parents embrace vintage revivals. Despite this, Allison's …

Calpurnia is a name with a massive history. As the third and final wife of Julius Caesar, Calpurnia has been forever depicted in literature (Shakespeare) and film (Cleopatra; Rome) as …

A list of names based off of cats that includes both male and female names.

Cute girl names reflect how darling babies are. Some of these sweet girl names, such as Annie and Sophie, do wear well, even into adulthood. Other cute baby names for …

Elliot is another traditional boy name used for girls", a trend led by political commentator George Stephanopoulos and his actress wife Ali Wentworth. Variously spelled Eliot, Elliot, Elliott and Elliotte …

Ellerie is a feminine name with a modern, lyrical quality. It likely evolved as a variation of names like Ellery or as a feminine form of Ellery, which originated as …

Carter is cool as they come. A surname name and occupational name, Carter fits into two of the hottest boy name trends today. But after nearly 10 years of ranking …

Beagle names are fitting for the oh-so-friendly and down-to-earth personality of America's favorite hound dog — familiar to many through the lazy but loveable Snoopy. The …

Eli is more often considered a Biblical classic for boys, with the name ranking in the Top 100 alongside Biblical choices for boys, like Elias, Elijah and Levi. Despite …

While both Elaine and Elena are on an upward trajectory, Elaina has shifted up and down the charts in recent years, making no big moves in either direction. Steadily used …

A list of names for winter, ice and just really cold places that adds a magical touch :)