Long and Lovely

Long, sometimes frilly names with lots of nickname options
  1. Adamina
    • Origin:

      Hebrew
    • Meaning:

      "child of the red earth"
    • Description:

      A feminization of Adam with several sweet nickname options — Addie, Ada, Minnie, or Mina being a few.
  2. Adelina
    • Origin:

      Italian, Spanish, Portuguese and Slavic variation of Adeline
    • Meaning:

      "noble, nobility"
    • Description:

      Adelina is back in the Top 1000 after an absence of nearly a century, thanks to the meteoric rise of her sister name Adeline -- along with Adelaide, Adele, and Ada.
  3. Adrianna
    • Origin:

      Feminine variation of Adrian
    • Meaning:

      "man of Adria"
    • Description:

      A popular spelling variation of Adriana.
  4. Alessandrina
    • Alexandrina
      • Origin:

        Greek, variation of Alexandra,
      • Meaning:

        "defending men"
      • Description:

        Alexandrina is the most elaborate and unusual of the Alex- girls's names.The real first name of Queen Victoria, who was given it in honor of her godfather, Alexander I of Russia (her childhood nickname was Drina), it would make a distinctive pick, even though some might find five syllables a bit much. It was particularly popular in Scotland in the 1930s.
    • Anastasia
      • Origin:

        Greek, feminine variation of Anastasios
      • Meaning:

        "resurrection"
      • Description:

        Anastasia is the feminine form on Anastasius, a Greek name derived from the word anastasis, meaning "resurrection." It was a common name among early Christians, who often gave it to daughters born around Christmas or Easter. There are handful of saints named Anastasia, including the patron saint of weavers.
    • Aubriella
      • Origin:

        Combination of Aubrey and Ella, English
      • Meaning:

        "elf ruler + fairy maiden, other, or light"
      • Description:

        Aubriella is a hybrid name that marries two trendy favorites, Aubrey and Ella, into one. It ranked in the US Top 1000 between 2014 and 2022, and while it never rose above the Top 800, it likely feels more popular than it actually is, thanks to its well used components and similarities to the likes of Gabriella and Annabella.
    • Audriana
      • Description:

        Variation of Adriana, with a dash of Audrey thrown in.
    • Aurelia
      • Origin:

        Latin
      • Meaning:

        "the golden one"
      • Description:

        Aurelia is an ancient Roman name that's become a surprise hit in the contemporary world. A top favorite on Nameberry, it reentered the US Top 1000 in 2014 after a 70-year absence and continues to climb.
    • Amiria
      • Caitriona
        • Origin:

          Gaelic variation of Catherine
        • Meaning:

          "pure"
        • Description:

          Both Caitriona and Catriona are commonly heard in Scotland and Ireland. The name was brought to Ireland by the Anglo-Normans, and is the source of nicknames Cait, Caitin, Caitlin and Triona. Actress Caitrona Balfe has gained recognition for her role on Outlander. Pronunciation is like Katrina.
      • Carolina
        • Origin:

          Variation of Caroline; also place-name
        • Meaning:

          "free man"
        • Description:

          Romantic, and classy, this variation heats up Caroline and modernizes Carol, adding a southern accent. A popular choice in Portugal, Spain, Mexico, and Italy, it recently entered the US Top 500.
      • Catalina
        • Origin:

          Spanish variation of Catherine
        • Meaning:

          "pure"
        • Description:

          This name of a touristed island in sight of Los Angeles makes an attractive and newly stylish variation on the classic Catherine or overused Caitlin.
      • Catriona
        • Origin:

          Scottish form of Katherine, Greek
        • Meaning:

          "pure"
        • Description:

          This Katherine variation, used through Ireland and Scotland, is pronounced like Katrina. The name became popular after the Crusaders brought home stories about the colorful fourth century martyr, Catherine of Alexandria. Its later popularity increased following the success of Robert Louis Stevenson's 1893 Catriona, the sequel to Kidnapped.
      • Celestina
        • Origin:

          Italian and Spanish variation of Celeste
        • Meaning:

          "heavenly"
        • Description:

          We are hearing more of such heavenly names as Celeste and Celia, which opens the door to the range of lovely variations rarely heard before. Celestina is one of them, though given the more accessible options, it may be gilding the lily.
      • Christabella
        • Christiana
          • Origin:

            Feminine variation of Christian
          • Meaning:

            "follower of Christ"
          • Description:

            Not cutting edge, but still graceful and feminine.
        • Coralina
          • Corianna
            • Casimira