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Shaquita emerged in American naming patterns during the 1960s and gained increasing popularity through the 1970s and early 1980s. The name appears to be a variant of Shaquita, possibly derived …

Shaniya emerged as a feminine name in the United States during the 1990s and saw increased usage into the early 2000s. The name likely combines the popular 'Sha-' prefix (found …

For every Tio Salvador in a Latino family, there's a Zio Salvatore in an Italian one. Having always ranked in the US Top 1000, it is in danger of …

Rashaun emerged as a distinctive name in the United States during the late 20th century. It represents a creative variation of names like Rashawn, Rashon, or Rashan. The name likely …

An emerging unisex surname name. Radley is more common for boys — it could be seen as an updated version of Bradley — but for girls, it's a rare alternative to …

Murielle emerged as a distinctively French elaboration, adding the feminine '-elle' suffix to create a more melodious version of the classic name. Though less common in English-speaking countries, Murielle …

Latasha emerged as a feminine given name in the United States during the 1960s and 1970s, gaining notable popularity in the 1970s-1980s. The name may be a variation of …

Lakeesha emerged as a given name in the United States during the second half of the 20th century, combining the popular prefix 'La-' with a variant spelling of 'Keisha.' The …

Kujo emerged as a dog name as a variation of Cujo — Stephen King's rabid St. Bernard from his 1981 novel.

Kissie emerged as a feminine nickname or pet form, possibly derived from names containing the 'kis' sound, like Calista or Christina, or simply as an affectionate diminutive reflecting the word …

Unfortunately, everyone will just hear Jared.

While everyone may think you said "Harold," this name sounds more up-to-date. And if you get tired of explaining, you can always call him Harry.

An everyday name in France, a charismatic possibility elsewhere, Guillaume is a French form of the classic Germanic William. It's heyday was back in the 1980s and 90s, when …

Unfortunately, everyone will hear Crispina, the feminine form of Crispin, as Christina.

Do everyone a favor and spell it Coco, an up-and-coming choice.

Charmin emerged as a distinctive feminine name in mid-20th century America, inspired by the word 'charming.' While sharing spelling with a well-known paper product brand introduced in the …

Avaline emerged as a full-fledged name when Cameron Diaz used it as the name of her wine brand. Only a dozen or two baby girls are given the name …

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 …

Every single character that has ever made it's way into my writing, excluding submit-your-own-characters. Even the ones that were only mentioned once.

Everyone loves a good seasonal name. Which weather, day, or month related name is on your list?

It's not every day you see a name that begins with the letters "SJ"!

Too bad everyone in this country will tend to hear Ronnie.

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).

An exceedingly friendly every-guy nickname that could rise alongside the likes of Ike, Sid, and Ned.

Unusual twist -- but everyone will hear it as Justin -- or jester.

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 …

Sounds elven in every sense of the word.

With every classic name comes many nicknames; some cute, some common, and some nonsensical. Ranging from the standard Cass/Cassie to the more unusual Cassia, here are some nicknames for …

The sidekick in almost every movie or TV show with an Italo-American setting, this once common name has now fallen onto the endangered list, given to fewer than 50 …

Isabel and Isabella are everywhere - but here is a variation that is both unusual and familiar.

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 …

Thanks to Mariah Carey, everyone now knows this name – and is aware that Mariah's pronounced with a long i – just as Maria was in the Jane Austen era. And …

Similar in style to Emory, Romilly, and Ellis, Ellory is a surname style name that derives from Hilary.

The archetypal diminutive, in every sense of the word. Bitsy enjoyed some use as a nickname in the era when children were named after family members and then called by …

This list collects every Spanish name on Nameberry, from Abad to Zoilo, in one complete list. For a guided tour, visit our Spanish names hub , or browse girl names and …

Trish was a cool -- in every sense of the word -- nickname back when Patricia was one of the most popular names in the US, primarily in the 1960s and 1970s …

Pronounced like Tom, but not everyone will know that.

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 …

Seems unfamiliar, till you realize everyone will just hear it as Molly. In Wales, Mali is a Top 100 name.

A French accent makes almost everything sound better, especially when attached to a Twilight vampire. Laurent also has a high-style feel via designer Yves St-Laurent. Laurent de Brunhoff …

A name with something for everyone: for romantics, it's a beautiful Indonesian island; for teckies, it's a computer programming language.

This unpretentious, accessible, and optimistic ("everything's jake" -- meaning OK) short form of the top name Jacob is itself widely used, though more parents these days are opting for the …

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 …

Everything from super popular names like Mason and Avery to uncommon names like Langley and Corbett. This is a list of last names flipped over to the first name slot.

Everyone needs middle names to consider, especially writers like me. I hope this list will be both fun and very helpful. Enjoy!

Everyone has their favorite musician, band, and genre. This list is a pick of names from songs, musicians, bands, and genre that we love. We're covering bands from 1960s …

This sizzling nickname Zuzu is heard every Christmas as the name of Jimmy Stewart's little girl in "It's a Wonderful Life," but we love it all year round …

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 …