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Alakay is a masculine name with Malagasy origins, gaining recognition after appearing in the animated film 'Madagascar' as the birth name of the character Alex the Lion. The name likely …

A weekend long Bond-film marathon inspired me to write this list of character names from the James Bond franchise. Some are useable in real life, some are clearly not …

More modern than maria and way cooler than consuela. Most of these are popular in the Hispanic community and rising popularity internationally, regardless of individual ethnic backgrounds.

Diminutive of Mairead, the Irish form of Margaret.

Homophonous with Masha, the Russian nickname for Maria.

An elaboration of Marisa, a combination of Maria and Louisa. The meaning of Maria is uncertain, but theories include "drop of the sea" (from Hebrew roots mar "drop" and yam …

Cute but substantial short form, deriving from Maria. The meaning of Maria is uncertain, but theories include "drop of the sea" (from Hebrew roots mar "drop" and yam "sea"); "bitter …

Marguita is a feminine name derived from Margaret, which ultimately comes from the Greek word 'margarites' meaning 'pearl.' This Spanish diminutive form carries the same elegant meaning while adding a …

Margueritta is an elaborated feminine variant of Margaret, with Italian and Spanish influences. The name ultimately derives from the Greek 'margarites' meaning 'pearl.' This ornate variation adds romantic flair to …

Marguerita is a feminine name derived from Margaret, which ultimately comes from the Greek word 'margarites' meaning 'pearl.' This elaborated form has Spanish and Italian influences, closely resembling the Spanish …

Marghretta is an elaborate feminine variant of Margaret, which derives from the Greek "margarites" meaning "pearl." This ornate spelling incorporates elements that may reflect Italian or other European influences on …

A variation of Krishna, typically used by Marathi speakers, Krush is connected to Hindu tradition in which Krishna was the human incarnation of the god Vishnu and a supreme god …

Ultimately borrowed from Arabic, Hayati is a Malay and Indonesian name, meaning "my life", in turn, making it a cognate to Eva, Chava, and Hawa. Used exclusively as a feminine …

A smoosh name of Dulce "sweet" and Maria, a reference to the Virgin Mary. Occasionally used in Latin America.

Ultimately taken from Sanskrit, Asara is a Malagasy month name, used in some regions of Madgascar. It refers to the hot, rainy season when rice is produced. A summery and …

Traditional choice from the Yao language of Malawi.

A short but sweet name used among Hindi, Marathi, and Bengali speakers, Ritu comes from Sanskrit, and refers to a season or time period. Most literally, it translates to "order …

Popular Dutch name derived from a combination of Maria (Ria) + Anne, or as a short form of Marianne.

Feminine form of Qamar, also used occasionally in Malay.

Anglicized spelling of Meirion, the Welsh form of Marianus.

The Catalan form of Mercedes, with the same Marian associations.

Mariyana is the Bulgarian transliteration of this international Mariana, a name that is related to the Roman god of war, or is used as a compound of Mary (or Maria …

Russian, Ukrainian, and Bulgarian form of the classic Maria sure to cause a lifetime of spelling questions and pronunciation mistakes.

Mariha appears to be a variant spelling of Mariah or Maria, traditional feminine names with deep historical roots. Maria derives from the Hebrew name Miriam, whose meaning is debated but …

Mariene appears to be a variant spelling of Marianne, Marian, or Marlene, blending elements of these traditional feminine names. It likely shares etymological roots with Mary, derived from the Hebrew …

Marguarette is an elaborate feminine name variation of Margaret, which derives from Greek 'margarites' meaning 'pearl.' This ornate spelling appears to combine elements of the French Marguerite with additional embellishment …

The Danish and Norwegian form of the classic Margaret and the name of the reigning Queen of Denmark, who has been on the throne since 1972.

One of the dozens of international variations of Margaret, this one sounds a lot like the original. Marit is another Scandinavian version.

Mags is typically a diminutive or nickname for Margaret, which derives from Greek 'margarites' meaning 'pearl.' While primarily used as a familiar form, Mags has occasionally been given as a …

Kamora may be a variation of Kamara, a Malagasy name from Madagascar with an unexpected animal meaning. Alternatively, it might be an invented name, inspired by the similar Kimora or …

Kamariah is a feminine name with Arabic and Malay origins, carrying beautiful celestial associations. The name derives from 'qamar,' the Arabic word for 'moon,' with the suffix '-iah' adding a …

Harimau is a masculine name derived from the Malay and Indonesian word for 'tiger.' In these cultures, the tiger symbolizes power, strength, and courage—attributes traditionally associated with masculinity. While …

Sharp yet gentle, Ruach holds the appeal of Reuben, Malachi, and Rufus, but is far rarer than all three. Derived from a Hebrew word meaning "spirit" — as in a person …

… and more sophisticated than Maggie, more contemporary than Peg, more stylish than Megan, and still one of the best diminutives of Margaret. Meg Ryan was born Margaret Mary Emily Anne.

Marryann is a variant spelling of the classic name Marianne, which combines the names Mary and Ann. It has English and French origins, derived from the Hebrew name Miriam (meaning …

This Polish name originated as an affectionate diminutive of Maria, but nowadays it is commonly used as a stand-alone. An interesting alternative to the more familiar elaborations on Mary …

A pretty and little-known Spanish smoosh name, combining Maria with Celia. As such, it may have a number of meanings. On one hand, it could simply be interpreted as …

This elegant variation carries the same core meaning as Margaret while featuring the distinctive Italian pronunciation and spelling. The name has historical significance in Italy, where Saint Margherita of Cortona …

Margerite is a feminine name derived from the Latin 'margarita,' meaning 'pearl.' This elegant variation of Margaret combines French sophistication with classical roots. Less common than its cousin Marguerite, Margerite …

Margeret is a variant spelling of the classic name Margaret, which derives from the Greek word 'margarites' meaning 'pearl'. This feminine name has been popular throughout Western history, carried by …

Georgian diminutive for names starting with Ma-, such as Margalita or Mariam. Notable bearers of this name include the former First Lady Maka Chichua and writer Maka Jokhadze. Maka is …

A feminine form of Karim, most notably used in Malaysia and Indonesia, Karimah derives from the Arabic kamuna meaning "to be generous". Also transcribed as Karima and Kareema, it is …

Soft, unique day of the week name used in Malaysia and Indonesia.

A rare Biblical name, reminiscent of Gabriel, Aziel, and Malachi, Gamaliel appears in the Old Testament as a son of Pedahzur and in the New Testament as a Jewish priest …

Real name of American rapper Cardi B, born Belcalis Marlenis Almánzar. It is possibly inspired by the Latin American name Belkis, derived from Bilqis, the name of the Queen of …

Look at this name closely, and you'll realise it's Maria backwards. This creative new Marian name has been on the US charts for girls since 1986, and is …

I live in Maryland, in Ocean City. These are my favorite names from 2021's top 1000 :)

Razli is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins. In Malaysian and Indonesian contexts, it may be derived from Arabic roots relating to concepts of provision or sustenance. In some …

Muiréad is a feminine Irish name, the Gaelic form of Margaret, which ultimately derives from Greek 'margarites' meaning 'pearl.' Pronounced roughly as 'mwi-rayd' or 'muh-raid,' this traditional Irish …

Mercede is a feminine name derived from the Spanish title 'María de las Mercedes', which honors the Virgin Mary as 'Our Lady of Mercies'. The name ultimately stems from Latin …