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by Pamela Redmond Satran Girls’ names that end in the lee sound – from Ellie to Lily to Natalie to Riley and Everly – have been growing in popularity in recent years …

Lesli is a feminine variant of Leslie, a name with Scottish origins derived from a place name meaning 'garden of hollies' or 'holly garden.' This spelling variation offers a distinctly …

Leslei is an uncommon variation of Leslie, a name of Scottish origin derived from a place name meaning 'garden of hollies' or 'holly garden'. This particular spelling creates a distinctive …

Ellia is one of the newer entries in the extremely popular El group of names for girls, which includes Ella, Ellie, Elle and so on, as well as L-starting …

Eliana is a multicultural name, popular in the US, the UK, The Netherlands, France and Brazil. With the popular nickname Ellie and the classic sounds of Anna and Eleanor, it …

A big name to live up to — and learn to spell — though it does come with nicknames Elle, Leni and Ellie. Excellence debuted on the American charts in 2023, when …

Aliannah is a feminine name with modern origins, likely created as an elaborate extension of names like Aliana, Alia, or Allie. It combines the popular 'Ali-' prefix, which has Arabic …

Female dog names that start E with currently in the Top 100 dog names include Ellie, Ella, and Emma. Dog names currently trending on Nameberry include Eloise, Evangeline, and Eleanor …

Female cat names that start with E currently in the Top 100 cat names include Ellie, Ella, and Emma. Cat names currently trending on Nameberry include Eloise, Evangeline, and Eliza …

Elvi is one of those elusive names that fit in yet stand out. It's similar to currently trendy girl names such as Ellie and Evie but maintains distinction.

Lesly is a masculine name that originated as a variant spelling of Leslie, which derives from a Scottish surname meaning 'garden of hollies' or 'holly garden.' The name comes from …

Combine the charming heroine of the movie Legally Blonde with supermodel Elle Macpherson and the trend toward all names beginning with "el"—Ellie, Ella, Eleanor—and you have one hit …

Aley is a feminine name with diverse cultural connections and several possible origins. In one interpretation, it may be a variation of 'Allie' or 'Ali,' serving as a diminutive for …

This name has become increasingly popular, though usually with the Addie spelling. In fact, Addy/Addie has taken over for Maddie and Allie as one of the most frequently-heard …

Ellisen is a contemporary feminine name that appears to be a modern variation of the traditional name Ellis or a creative extension of Ellie. With Germanic roots meaning 'benevolent' or …

Though the most famous Elia, screenwriter Kazan, was male, this name sounds like a spin on many popular girls' names, from Ella to Ellie to Isla and Leah. While the …

A variation of Helias, itself a Latin form of modern favorites, Elias and Elijah, Hélie is a French name, pronounced similarly to the English Ellie but with emphasis on both …

Meshilem is a masculine name with ancient Hebrew origins. It appears to be a variant of the biblical name Meshullam, which means 'peaceful' or 'allied' in Hebrew. In the Old …

A nature name, associated with the cooling, healing plant, often used to treat burns, Aloe has a gentle and appealing sound, reminiscent of Shiloh, Arlo, Allie, and Lola. A very …

Leslee is a feminine name representing a spelling variation of Leslie, which originated as a Scottish surname derived from a place name meaning 'garden of hollies' or 'holly garden.' This …

While Elliott and Elliot are well-established for boys, parents are now considering both these boy names for girls, too. Credit the possibility of nickname Ellie, as well as literary …

Allfy is an unusual feminine name with a whimsical, modern quality. This distinctive name may have evolved as a creative variant of names like Alfie, Allie, or Alphia, though it …

Girl dog names that start with E are lovely choices. Popular female dog names that start with E include Ellie, Ella, and Emma. Unique girl dog names that start with …

By Pamela Redmond Satran Nickname-names still appear on birth certificates.  In the U.S., such names as Ellie, Abby, and Charlie for girls; Jake, Jack, and Johnny for boys …

The multicultural Eliana has been rising quickly in recent years and is now popular in Netherlands, the UK, Canada, France, and Brazil. With in-built nicknames Ellie, Elle and Ana …

Ella is a sweet, simple name that owes much of its current popularity to the popularity of other names, from Emma to Bella to Emily to Ellie. Ella is one …

Lezly is a masculine name that represents a modern alternative spelling of Leslie. Leslie originated as a Scottish surname derived from a place name meaning 'garden of hollies' or 'holly …

Lezlie is a feminine name that emerged as a variant spelling of Leslie, which originated as a Scottish surname derived from a place name meaning "garden of hollies" or "gray …

Lezlee is a feminine name that represents a creative spelling variation of Leslie or Lesley. Originally a Scottish surname derived from a place name meaning 'garden of hollies' or 'gray …

This rare choice from the Rose family might be a variation of Rosalia or a combination name marrying Rose and Ella. That gives you the nicknames Rosie or Ellie.

Elay is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a variation of Eli (Hebrew for 'ascension' or 'my God'), a creative spelling of the name Ellie, or …

Jerry is one of those short forms that, like Mike and Debbie, rose to popularity on the coattails of their formal versions. The equivalents today are nickname names like Ellie …

… be a great choice for parents looking for a unique and stylish way to get to the nickname Allie. Aliki is sometimes associated with the Greek word alikos meaning "scarlet".

It’s a trend that took off first in the UK, with prams populated by baby Archies and Alfies, Edies and Ellies—and now it has definitely crossed the ocean …

By Linda Rosenkrantz The nickname-name trend is nothing new. Who among us hasn’t known a baby Max or Maggie or Sam or Ellie? Or even one of those …

By Nancy Man, Nancy’s Baby Names During the First World War (1914-1918) — one of the largest and deadliest wars in history — the Allies fought the Central Powers for …

… joined with gentle Mae to make a cosy, vintage name that feels right on style in England and Wales. In recent years, it has overtaken the once popular Ellie-Mae.

… a young girl or maiden. However, its widespread recognition comes primarily from the fictional female collie dog character created by Eric Knight in his 1940 novel 'Lassie Come-Home,' which …

… fell out of style by the mid-90s, but, with the likes of Annie, Edie, Ellie, Bonnie and Heidi getting more attention, could Mindy make a comeback? Mindy could also …

As a given name, Kemper is a rare gender-neutral choice, given to fewer than 50 American babies at last count. It's much more familiar as a surname, as …

Eliane is a melodic name with the very fashionable El- beginning. Lovely and lilting as it is, be aware that there are many El- variations around these days, and little …

This variation of Domitilla has an air of ancient grandeur and strength while still feeling wearable. Derived from the Latin domitus meaning "having been tamed", it comes with the familiar …

In Germany and Finland, a common short form of names beginning with El-, including Elizabeth, Elina, and Elisa. About 70 baby girls were named Elli in the US last year …

A favorite in England and Wales where nicknames as given names are very much the norm, Tilly has the potential to catch on in the US, given its similarity to …

Lolly is a sweet and playful nickname, usually used for Laura or Charlotte, though other full names could be Dolores, Ololade, Lauren, Lorelei, Lorena, Elodie, Ottilie, Louella, Elora, Elowen, Olive …

Blending classic sounds and a modern feel, Elianne could be considered a variation of the sunny Eliane and Aeliana or a form of the spiritual Hebrew name, Eliana. Alternatively, it …

Ellani is a contemporary feminine name with a melodic quality that has gained modest popularity in recent decades. While it doesn't have ancient historical roots, it appears to be …

Elley is a feminine name that functions as a diminutive form of names beginning with "El-" such as Eleanor, Elizabeth, or Ellen. This spelling variation with the "-ey" ending emerged …

By John Kelly Christopher Nolan’s new WW II epic, Dunkirk, has crowds  of theatergoers at the edge of their seats as it depicts the harrowing evacuation of hundreds of …