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Aleisha emerged as a modern variant of Alicia, which itself is a form of Alice, ultimately derived from the Germanic name Adalheidis meaning 'noble type'. This contemporary spelling gained popularity …

Although Tamerlaine, especially with the addition of an i, feels more feminine than masculine these days and is occasionally used for girls, the original Tamerlane was a fierce Mongol warrior.

Nyaire ilikely emerged as a creative variation of names like Nyair or Nyier, possibly inspired by similar-sounding African or invented names. The name has a melodic quality with its …

Rather like Emerson and Madison, Iverson gives you a surname-style and unisex feeling choice, while also still offering a sweet nickname (Ivy).

No low self-esteem for this kid, or so his parents hope.

Borne by the esteemed Japanese architect Tadao Ando.

Noreen's in limbo, especially now that Nora has made a comeback.

A Quranic name especially popular in South Asia, it is also used across Europe, from Bosnia to France, from Spain to England. It appears in the Quran as the name …

Henlie is an emerging masculine name with a contemporary feel, likely derived as a variant of Henley or possibly a creative modern blend of Henry and Lee. The name has …

Before there was esteemed actress Anne Hathaway, there was Anne Hathaway, wife of Shakespeare — the former being named after the latter. Either Anne Hathaway would be appropriate to honor with …

Alternative spelling of Emery

Less popular than Emery, this name also attributes to Emory University. Both spellings of the name lean more heavily to the girls' side, but this one is not quite as …

Often shortened to Emeka, as in basketball player Emeka Okafor.

Popular for pets, especially of the shaggy, furry nature, Chewie is a Star Wars inspired choice, used in the movie franchise as a nickname for the tall Wookie companion of …

A variation on Emmeline, Ameline has not experienced nearly the same level of success in the US, though it was given to five girls in 2015. Whereas Emmeline lends itself …

əsma (often transliterated as Esma) is a feminine name of Arabic origin, derived from the word meaning 'supreme' or 'exalted'. The name carries significant cultural and religious importance in Muslim …

This trendy-sounding name emerged from the era of Aiden and Jayden and Ryder and Ryker. Many parents may have come to it on their own, but Ryden has ancient …

Even more Olde World, especially with that accent.

An updated form of Emmeline or Emmaline or a compound name that makes your chosen pronunciation more obvious. Spelling variation Emmalyn reached the US Top 500 in2017, but has since …

The Cornish version of Emmeline holds many charms.

Cool, musical modern choice, especially as a middle name.

As this name is essentially Arnold, it is out of fashion in Wales currently. The Welsh "LL" sound is likely to prove a challenge elsewhere in the world.

A saint who is especially popular in Galicia and Asturias in Spain, who is said to have sailed across the Atlantic to paradise. His name may derive from Germanic Adelmar …

Éimhear (also sometimes written as Éimear or Anglicized as Emer) is a feminine name of Irish Gaelic origin. In Irish mythology, Éimhear was the wife of the legendary hero Cú …

Might be asking for trouble, especially when your son reaches the Terrible Twos.

It may be a longshot – especially since it was given to less than 5 boys in the US in 2021 – but Piran could conceivably be a future Kieran, which is …

The Latvian god of crops — especially barley and brewing. Today the Seto people — an ethnic group in Estonia — revere Peko as a national hero and king, the name and figure …

Poetic and intriguing, Marivella possibly emerged as a variation of the Spanish Marivillas, a name inspired by one of many titles for the Virgin Mary, in this case, Nuestra Señora …

This big cat name is especially striking with its X ending.

An extremely common Japanese name, especially among women.

Heaven, Peace, Serenity: parents seem especially attracted to word names that signal paradise, but Halcyon sounds quite feminine, and might conjure up the sleeping pill Halcion.

An Irish word name that emerged during the late 19th-century Gaelic revival movement, which sought to preserve the language and inspire new interest in it. Fírinne means truth, making …

Catalan form of Amparo, found especially in Valencia.

An early form of Elizabeth, especially used to refer to the wife of Aaron in the Old Testament.

Betty pared down to the essentials. Diminutives are very fashionable in Wales, as elsewhere in Britain, and this vintage short form of Elisabeth has started to appear on birth certificated …

Unknown but eminently usable choice, especially for Jewish parents, with lovely meaning.

Distinct Elegance and Sophistication especially associated with excellent quality, attractive, with fashionable style or appeal.

Distinct Elegance and Sophistication especially associated with excellent quality, attractive, with fashionable style or appeal.

Distinct Elegance and Sophistication especially associated with excellent quality, popularity, and fashionable style or appeal.

Distinct Elegance and Sophistication especially associated with excellent quality, popularity, and fashionable style or appeal.

Zackory is a masculine name that emerged as a modern variation of Zachary. The traditional Zachary derives from Hebrew 'Zechariah,' meaning 'God has remembered.' This creative spelling variant gained modest …

Wendi is a feminine name that emerged as a variation of Wendy in the mid-20th century. While Wendy was popularized by J.M. Barrie's 'Peter Pan' (1904), where …

Vernell is a feminine name that emerged in the United States during the early 20th century, though occasionally used for males as well. The name likely developed as a creative …

Tyshawn is a masculine name that emerged in American naming patterns during the 1970s and gained more visibility in the 1990s. The name may be a creative variation combining the …

Tyshaun is a masculine name that emerged as a distinctive variation of names like Tyshawn or Tyrone. The name combines the popular prefix 'Ty' (which may derive from Tyler or …

Tyrice is a masculine name that emerged in the United States primarily in the 1970s-1990s. It appears to be a variant of names like Tyrese or Tyrus, possibly combining …

Tyresse is a masculine name that emerged as a variant of Tyrese, which itself gained recognition largely through singer/actor Tyrese Gibson in the 1990s. The name represents modern naming …

Tylor is a masculine name that emerged as a variant spelling of Tyler, which originally derived from an Old French occupational surname meaning "tile maker" or "tile layer." This alternative …

Tomeka is a feminine name that emerged in the United States in the mid-20th century, with peak popularity in the 1970s and early 1980s. It may have developed as …

Tiffney is a feminine name that emerged as a variant spelling of Tiffany, which originated from the medieval English name Tiphaine, derived from the Greek 'Theophania' meaning 'manifestation of God …