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Scottlyn gives the once widely-used Scott a new lease of life, by blending it with the trendy -lyn suffix. Currently given to nearly 70 girls each year, when considered …

Italian form of the Roman cognomen Scaevola, derived from Latin scaevus "left-handed". The first bearer of this name was Gaius Mucius Scaevola, who acquired it, according to legend, after …

Most familiar as the name of the titular character in The Life of Pi, in which it was short for Piscine Molitor Patel.

A male Hebrew name with two upbeat meanings — "to encourage or lift up" or "to restore".

This variation of Marley is gaining momentum due to the popular -leigh suffix, which is all over the US popularity lists. This name in particular reentered the US Top 1000 …

Leliah is a feminine name that functions as a variation of Leila or Layla, names with Arabic origins meaning 'night' or 'dark beauty.' This particular spelling creates a slightly different …

There are a dizzying number of varieties of the Arabic name Leila or Layla, two of the most popular versions, with Lela one of the rarer, given to fewer than …

The most popular variation of this name for baby girls is Leighton, as in Leighton Meester, the actress who introduced her name to the mainstream when she rose to fame …

Beguiling and lovely, Laila is one of the lilting variations of Leila and Layla. It's the name of the former-boxer daughter of Muhammad Ali and of actor Shawn …

Lovely, authentic name -- but any Kirsten will be condemned to a lifetime of hearing "Did you say Kristen?" They're both genuine Scandinavian names but too interchangeable.

Hawaiian names have officially made their way to the mainland, with Leilani, Kehlani, Alani, Kailani, and Kaylani all ranking within the Top 300. Now Kahlani — one of several pseudo-Hawaiian …

Galsworthy used this for "The Forsyte Saga," but in modern real life Julian would work better.

Rarely heard Hayden alternative -- though, mark our words, you'll spend your life correcting everyone's pronunciation and spelling.

Evah is a feminine variant of the biblical name Eve, meaning 'life' or 'living one' in Hebrew. This spelling variation adds a distinctive touch to the traditional name while maintaining …

Eadlin and its variants Eadlyn and Edelyn are uncommon in real life, but feel bang on-trend and shorten to the adorable vintage nickname Edie/Eadie. The name may derive …

More familiar from TV -- Rake, Leave It To Beaver -- than real life, and perhaps likely to stay that way, given the gruesome association with a butcher's knife. Cleaver was …

Zoelle is a modern-sounding name combining the stylish Zoe, which means life, with the trendy Elle, French for "she". Could make for a zippier spin on sweet Noelle.

This phonetic spelling variation of Iolani could is bang on trend with Leilani, Meilani, and the like, yet was given to fewer than 10 baby girls during the last year …

Tico is a diminutive of Alberto, but on the soap opera One Life to Live, Tico Santi's full name was Augustico.

A surname-style name, Stover refers to either the leaves and stalks left behind in a field once the crops have been harvested, or to someone who carries out the …

Meilani may sound like a Hawaiian name, kind of a mashup of Leilani and Melanie, but it's actually an invention by that style-maven JWoww, AKA Jenni Farley of …

Captivating and appealing name — a maile is a vine used to make leis — getting noticed via writer Maile Meloy. Many pronounce it ala Miley, as in Cyrus, though native Hawaiian …

Leylanie is a feminine name that likely represents a modern elaboration of Leilani, which has Hawaiian origins meaning 'heavenly flowers' or 'royal child of heaven.' The added 'e' ending gives …

Lenia is part Lena and part Leni, a full name that started life as a short form of most any name ending or beginning with a Len sound. While Lena …

A pop culture creation, Lelaina was likely inspired by the sounds of Leilani and Elaina or by rearranging the letters of Elliana. As such, it could mean "shining light", "heavenly …

Leelia is a feminine name that likely evolved as a variant of Leila, Lelia, or Leela. Its origins may trace to Arabic (meaning 'night' or 'dark-haired beauty'), Sanskrit (referring …

Simple but substantial, Lani is surprisingly underused considering the popularity of Lainey, Leilani, Lana, and Kehlani. A multi-cultural choice with both Hawaiian and English origins, it is also used …

Kaleb is one of several boys' names starting with k that started life as a classic C name, Caleb. Kevin Federline named his boy Kaleb Michael Jackson.

Bright, melodic, and nature inspired, Kailani blends the appeal of Kaia and Leilani in terms of sounds, while in meaning, it matches the draw of Skye, Ocean, and Celeste. Derived …

The main diplomat character of Ursula K. Le Guin's 1969 novel The Left Hand of Darkness has an unexpectedly modern-sounding name. Le Guin pronounced it with a hard …

A unisex French name, but you may want to simplify your son's life if you're English speakers by going with Cyril. It's an unusual enough name that …

This abbreviated spelling, which also relates to Whitney, quickly took on a life of its own, thanks to the megafame of Britney Spears, but it's already beginning to burn …

Though Drew Barrymore played Bjergen Kjergen in "Wayne's World," any theoretical real-life use would be for a boy.

Previously reserved for Ernie's companion on Sesame Street, Bert may find new life as a girl's name amid the rising trend of boyish nicknames for girls. With its …

Ava Rose combines two beloved classics. Ava, of Germanic origin, means 'life' or 'bird-like,' and has enjoyed remarkable popularity since the early 2000s, regularly ranking in the top ten …

Traditionally used as a Russian diminutive of Anna, Anya now has a life of its own outside its native country. A Top 400 choice in the US and France, and …

Musical and breezy, Windsong is a Nameberry special, yet to see much real-life usage, but discussed among Nameberry users over on the forums. With the whimsical feel of Meadow …

This is one of the most vibrant and feminine of the names meaning life, and it's sure to gain more attention as the whole sisterhood of Viv- names rise …

Vitella is a feminine name with Latin roots, likely derived from 'vita' meaning 'life,' with the diminutive suffix '-ella' suggesting 'little life.' This rare name has an elegant, classical quality …

Videtta is a rare feminine name possibly derived from the Latin 'vita' meaning 'life,' or as a diminutive form of names containing 'vid-' elements. This uncommon name carries a melodic …

The fitting name of the slinky dog in the Toy Story movies — best left to a dog, perhaps a Dachshund.

Selena is smooth, shiny, and sensual, a nineteenth-century name that found new life in the Latino community, following the biopic of slain Tejano singer Selena Quintanilla, starring Jennifer Lopez …

The name of a sympathetic character in the best-selling novel The Secret Life of Bees, though it feels more stylish these days spelled Rosaline.

Star Wars fans may be interested in this unusual variant of Natalia with Leia -- as in the princess -- inserted into the second half. Nickname possibilities abound, making this one of …

The name of a high-born ancient Roman matrona who led a dramatic life--she was said to have had an affair with Julius Caesar--is similar to LUCIA, but …

The last name of the twentieth-century Italian painter of quietly expressive still lifes presents an artistic possibility. Can absolutely work for girls too.

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

A character name in the Shadow and Bone book series, invented by author Leigh Bardugo. It is intended as a Ravkan form of Malcolm, meaning "disciple of St Columba".

A compound name that gives a mid-century favorite a fresh lease of life, Lindelia blends Linda with Celia. Predominantly used in Latin America, it might also be considered a …

Lilian is the far less popular than the 'Lillian' spelling. To avoid a lifetime of mistakes and misspellings, we suggest you go with the Lillian spelling, which also looks more …