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Twenty-first century favorite Maeve, with a nickname-y twist, Maevie is reminiscent of Maisie, Evie, Ivy, and Navy. It first appeared in the US stats in 2023, and a …

Siyad is likely derived from the Arabic word sayaad meaning "hunter", "gunner", or "fisherman", making this an occupational Arabic name, equivalent to the popular, outdoorsy English choices, like Hunter, Fisher …

The Norwegian form of Sunniva used to be very popular in its native country, making the Top 100 every year from 1945 to 1966. It shares Sunniva's beautiful, sunny …

A rare choice with familiar sounds, Almendra is a Spanish word name meaning "almond", making it a nature-inspired choice with links to Bible and to marzipan treats. With potential …

Spiky but pretty in sound, Keshika has its origins in both Sanskrit and Hebrew, making it a rare choice that also crosses cultures. As a Sanskrit name, it is used …

A name from Baltic mythology, Medeina is the goddess of the forest and animals, making it an appealing possibility to those interested in mythology and nature. First mentioned in the13th …

Maríabet was approved in Iceland as a name for the first time in 2024, making this a new-minted, yet classic feeling choice.

Genuine is a truly (or dare we say genuinely) unique virtue name. It definitely makes a statement, but could easily lend itself to the familiar nicknames Gen/Jen or Genny …

With the booming popularity of Irish Maeve and now the climb of vintage revival Mavis in the charts, more parents are beginning to gravitate towards this aesthetic variation. Maevis was …

dissociation. don't know who I am or what my name is. making this list is my attempt at gathering the names I (think) I like for myself. *I know …

The Question of the Week: Who makes the ultimate baby name decisions in your family? Does Mom run around gathering baby name ideas, while Dad makes the ultimate judgment (as …

Maddyn is a contemporary feminine name that emerged as a modern variation of Madeline or Madison, with the trendy '-yn' ending that has become popular in recent decades. This creative …

Just one letter separates Alohi from the famous Hawaiian greeting "aloha," but that one letter makes all the difference.

The Tamarisk is also know as the salt cedar, know with enduring harsh conditions. This makes Tamarisk an intriguing nature name, suggesting resilience and strength.

Madie is a warm, friendly feminine name that emerged as a diminutive of Madeline or Madison. This charming nickname has increasingly been used as a standalone name, offering a more …

A name that's unusual in that changing the i to a y -- as in Byrd -- makes it more masculine.

… certainly unusual but would have trouble making it in the modern world outside the Vatican. Even worse is its brother Sextus. Try making it through seventh grade with that name.

Ballard is traditionally a masculine surname that has occasionally been used as a first name, making its appearance as a feminine name quite unusual. The name derives from Old French …

This lovely surname of the three novel-writing sisters, now used as a baby name, makes a fitting tribute for lovers of Jane Eyre and Wuthering Heights. While the original …

William is a stylish classic right now, and while translating many classic names into Italian makes them instantly cooler and more attractive, this is one exception: Guglielmo presents pronunciation problems …

Niall is pronounced nye-al--something like Neil, but this Irish spelling of the name makes it much more current and cool. This is an ancient name borne by several …

There are over five hundred names for the Arab prophet who founded the Muslim religion, making it the most common boys' name in the world and explaining the Muslim adage …

Abiah is a gentle, rarely used Old Testament name belonging to Samuel's second son. This makes a good choice for the parent who wants a traditional biblical name that …

Bright, spirited, and playful, Nyla shares sounds with the popular Isla, Lila, Layla, and Delilah, making it feel fresh and in style. A name with a number of possible origins …

Massia is a rare feminine name with multicultural possibilities. It may be a variation of Maisa (Arabic for 'walking with a proud gait') or could have roots in various African …

Mehitabelle is an elaborated feminine form of Mehitabel, which derives from Hebrew origins meaning "God makes good" or "benefited by God." The name appears in the Old Testament as Mehetabel …

Mavine is an extremely rare feminine name that may have originated as a variation of Mavis, which comes from the Old French word for the song thrush bird. Alternatively, it …

Matti could be a short form of Martha, Matilda, or even Madeline. The -i ending makes it feel cute and light. With names like Teddi trending for girls, Matti makes …

Marrissia appears to be a contemporary feminine name variation, likely derived from traditional names like Marissa or Marisa. These names themselves originated as diminutive forms of Maria, which comes from …

Merissa is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a variant of Marissa, which derives from the Latin name Maris meaning "of the sea," or it could …

Merisa is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a variant of Marissa, itself derived from the Latin "maris" meaning "of the sea," or a variation of …

… Marisa, which combines Maria and Lisa, or it could be derived directly from the Latin 'maris,' meaning 'of the sea.' In some cultures, it emerged as a contracted form of …

Makela is a feminine name with multicultural origins. In Finnish, it derives from the word 'mäki' meaning 'hill,' and functions as a locational surname for someone who lived on or …

Lauralee might be an Anglicization of Lorelei or a compound of Laura and Lee, which makes it a botanical choice.

Kalina, known as a girls' name throughout Eastern Europe, translates literally to viburnum in Polish, making it a botanical name. Viburnum is a flowering shrub. Some sources translate this name …

Akyris debuted in the US stats in 2025 when it was given to 74 boys, making it one of the fastest rising debuts of the year. Being an invented option …

A stately Polish name, Ludomir combines the elements lud meaning "people" with mir meaning "peace", making it a strong choice with a gentler, hopeful meaning. The name may additionally be …

Farrell is usually considered a boy's name, though the soft sound of this Irish surname makes it perfectly appropriate for a girl, reminiscent of Farrah.

This is a more spunky and Nordic looking variant of Erica, but the k also makes the connection to the beautiful flower less apparent.

Karson is a respelling of the classic surname-turned-first name Carson, which some feel makes it more modern. As a gender neutral name, this name leans heavily toward the …

This short and snappy Hungarian name likely originated as a form of the Greek Alexius, making it a unique choice from the Alex- family.

An alternative spelling of the name of the Proto-Slavic mother goddess, Ziva. Either spelling makes a zippy and lively girl name.

Nelja is a feminine name with Finnish and Baltic origins. In Finnish, 'neljä' means 'four,' making it one of several numerical names found in Finnish culture. The name also appears …

Depending on the kanji used, this sweet name can have links to the number three, making it perfect for a third child.

With a meaning like "elf power," Alfreda could find some appeal among fantasy enthusiasts. "Freda" makes for a pleasant nickname.

We all know about boy names for girls like Madison and Addison, Harper and Avery that were once exclusively male, later to be counted among the most popular girl names …

Not only is old Tom Turkey again making his annual  holiday sacrifice, but the poor guy has also had to bear the shame of seeing his name slide down the …

I wish I’d had a daughter named Margaret, called Daisy or Maisie or Mamie.  But it’s a name I grew to love only after I named my daughter …

by Angela Mastrodonato, Upswing Baby Names Determining what makes a name contemporary vs. what makes a name established can be tough. For example, if a name was first used by …

Miraj's meaning of "ascent" is a reference to the ascension of the Prophet Muhammad into Heaven, making this a very important Muslim name.