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Mordachai

Mordachai is a variant of the Hebrew name Mordecai, which means 'warrior' or 'servant of Marduk.' The original Mordecai appears in the biblical Book of Esther as Queen Esther's …

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Ettey

Ettey is an uncommon feminine name with uncertain origins. It may be a variant of Ettie or Etty, which are diminutive forms of names like Esther, Henrietta, or Elizabeth. The …

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Essy

Essy is a delicate feminine name that can function as either a standalone name or a diminutive form of names beginning with 'Es' such as Esther, Estelle, or Esperanza. With …

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Hester

The disgraced heroine of The Scarlet Letter's name, after long neglect, just might have a chance at revival, following in the wake of sister-name Esther. We've characterized …

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Este

Este -- think Esme with a t -- comes to us via one of the rocking sisters in the musical group Haim. For long best known as the Esther diminutive used by …

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Ressie

Ressie is a feminine name with American origins, emerging in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Often used as a diminutive for names like Theresa or Esther, it also …

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Hetta

Hetta is a charming feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a diminutive of Henrietta (meaning 'ruler of the home'), a nickname for names like Hester or Esther …

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Haman

… Persian king's court who plotted to slaughter the Jews. His plan was foiled by Queen Esther and Haman was hanged. Not a role model you want for your child.

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Etke

… s believed to be a diminutive form of names containing 'Et' or possibly derived from Esther or Edith. The name carries cultural significance within Ashkenazi Jewish heritage and was more …

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Estella

… raised to reek Miss Haversham's revenge on men. With the popularity of Stella, Ella, Esther, and Esme, however, the elaborate Estella has also been making moves up the US …

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Venessa

… Swift in the 18th century. He created the name as a pseudonym for his friend Esther Vanhomrigh, combining elements of her surname with her initial. This feminine name gained popularity …

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Hassie

… for names beginning with 'Has-'. It also appeared as a pet form of Hester or Esther in some communities. The name enjoyed modest popularity in the southern United States during …

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Etka

… a diminutive form of names containing 'et' elements. In Hebrew, it could be related to 'Esther' or 'Etty.' The name is quite rare, making it an unusual choice that stands …

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Vannessa

… his poem 'Cadenus and Vanessa.' Swift formed the name from the prefix of his friend Esther Vanhomrigh's surname and a diminutive of her first name. This alternative spelling with …

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Vashtee

… or 'best.' In the Biblical tradition, Vashti was a queen mentioned in the Book of Esther who displayed independence by refusing to appear at her husband King Xerxes' command. The …

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Estiñe

… with a touch of elegance too, Estiñe derives from the word ezti meaning "sweet honey" in Basque. Esti is another form, which coincides with a Hebrew short of of Esther.

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Malkah

… Jewish tradition, it's sometimes used as a title for the Sabbath bride or for Esther, the queen who saved the Jewish people. The name carries spiritual significance in Kabbalah …

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Persian Names for Girls

… these stunning Persian girl names are already familiar to English-speaking parents: think beautiful Biblical Esther, or enchanting, exotic Roxana. But there are many more gorgeous girl names of Persian …

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Estha

… childhood trauma. His twin sister, with whom he is very close, is named Rahel. Probably too close to Esther to be very practicable for a boy in the U.S..

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Maite

… the Spanish-speaking world, Maite is a mighty-sounding name with a soft and sweet meaning. It is also found as a contracted form of María Teresa or María Esther.

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Vashti

… orders to appear naked in front of his party guests and so was deposed in favor of Esther. For her independent spirit, Vashti has become something of a feminist icon.

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Mordy

… an important figure in the Jewish holiday of Purim, as told in the Book of Esther. While Mordecai has ancient roots, Mordy emerged as its casual, affectionate form particularly within …

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Vanessah

… by writer Jonathan Swift in the 18th century, derived from combining the first syllable of Esther Van Homrigh's surname with the diminutive of her first name. Vanessah maintains the …

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Stellar Names That Mean Star

… to imply specialness or a celebrity quality. The top names that mean star are Stella, Esther, and Star itself. Names meaning star also include the names of individual stars or …

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Essa

… contexts, Essa derives from the Gaelic 'os' meaning 'deer' or possibly as a diminutive of Esther. In some South Asian cultures, particularly in Pakistan and India, Essa appears as both …

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Motke

… roots and gained significance in Jewish tradition through the biblical figure in the Book of Esther who helped save the Jewish people. Motke carries the warmth and familiarity characteristic of …

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Ettel

… could be connected to Yiddish naming traditions, possibly as a diminutive form of names like Esther or Etta. The name has a vintage quality that aligns with the revival of …

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Estrella

… star", it is similar to other popular names with the same stellar meaning such as Esther and Stella. Notable bearers include flamenco singer Estrella Morente and author Estrella D. Alfon.

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Ezmirilda

… Germanic, or even invented sources. The 'Ez' prefix may relate to names like Ezra or Esther, while the 'ilda' suffix appears in Germanic female names like Matilda. This elaborate, melodic …

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Vinessa

… Swift in the 18th century, created by rearranging syllables from the name of his friend Esther Vanhomrigh. The spelling 'Vinessa' gives the name a unique twist while maintaining its melodic …

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Vanesa

… usage began when writer Jonathan Swift invented 'Vanessa' as a nickname by combining syllables from Esther Vanhomrigh's name. This single-s spelling is particularly common in Spanish-speaking countries …

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Ruth

… giving Ruth a second thought. Some see such Old Testament girls’ names as Ruth and Esther rising on the heels of boy equivalents Abel and Moses. The biblical Ruth was …

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Mordcha

… tradition as Mordechai is a central figure in the Purim story from the Book of Esther, where he helps save the Jewish people. Mordcha represents a traditional diminutive or familiar …

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Kezi

… of Job's daughters. Alternatively, it might be related to the Hungarian nickname for Eszter (Esther). The name's simplicity gives it a modern feel, while its biblical connections provide …

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Estia

… Hestia, the Greek goddess of the domestic realm. There is a possibility that the name might sometimes be used as an elaboration or variation of Esti and Esther, meaning "star".

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Good Girl Names

… Ruth and Serenity, other Good Girl names in the US Top 300 include Evangeline, Clara, Esther, Ivy, Julia, Melody, Nora, and Summer. Common floral names such as Daisy, Iris, Rose …

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Names Ending in R for Girls

… with Harper, other R-ending girl names in the US Top 200 include Eleanor, Skylar, Esther, Parker, and Summer. And of course one of the most popular girls' names of …

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Biblical Names (with Meanings and Popularity)

… Jacob, other biblical baby names among the Top 100 names in the US include Luke, Esther, Benjamin, Levi, Elijah, Hannah, and Chloe. Bible names that start with A, such as …

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Reather

… soft, flowing quality with its 'th' sound, similar to more established names like Heather or Esther. As an extremely rare name, Reather offers distinctiveness while still having a somewhat familiar …

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Nerdy Girl Names: Geek Chic Cool

… geeky, yet cool girl names in the US Top 200 include Vivian, Olive, Elsie, June, Esther, Josephine, and Iris. Names including Harriet, Matilda, Imogen, and Florence, have already caught on …

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Aster

… which brings it more high society name. Aster relates to the Greek word for star. In Ethiopia, Aster is pronounced "ah-STAIR", and is the Amharic variation of Biblical Esther.

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Mordecai

… symbolic name for boys born on the holiday of Purim, because this cousin of Queen Esther helped her save the Jews from destruction at the hands of Haman. Mordecai Richler …

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Nature Names for Girls

Nature names for girls are an ever larger and more diverse category. Included under nature names are flower names, botanical names, water and earth names, animal names and names that …

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Names that Peaked in 1896

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Cadenus

Jonathon Swift is better known as the inventor of the popular Vanessa, however, he also invented Cadenus for the same poem, simply titled Cadenus and Vanessa. Cadenus is an anagram …

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elegantly stylish baby girl names that sound classically familiar. a timeless name for a timeless girl

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Asterina

Asterina is a delicate feminine name derived from Latin and Greek origins, relating to 'aster' meaning 'star'. This celestial-inspired name evokes images of the night sky and carries connotations …