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By msoccer04
Updated Mon May 22 2023
  1. Tabitha

    • Origin:

      Aramaic

    • Meaning:

      "gazelle"

    • Description:

      Though never as popular as the name of her Bewitched mother, Samantha, Tabitha has its own quirky, magical charm. The name of a charitable woman who was restored to life by Saint Peter in the Bible, it was a popular Puritan choice. Sarah Jessica Parker and Matthew Broderick chose it for one of their twin daughters, which gave it a slight boost. Nonetheless, Tabitha remains in decline.
  2. Tallulah

    • Origin:

      Choctaw, Irish

    • Meaning:

      "leaping water, lady of abundance"

    • Description:

      This hauntingly euphonious Choctaw name has re-entered the public domain, as memories of the outrageous actress Tallulah Bankhead have faded. For years, Tallulah was a name associated only with Bankhead, named for her paternal grandmother who was named after the Georgia town of Tallulah Falls.
  3. Tamsin

    • Origin:

      English, contracted form of Thomasina

    • Meaning:

      "twin"

    • Description:

      Tamsin is an offbeat name occasionally heard in Britain and just waiting to be discovered here. U.K. actress Tamsin Greig is a star of the show Episodes, Tamsin Olivier is the daughter of Joan Plowright and Sir Laurence Olivier..
  4. Taraja

    • Origin:

      African, Kiswahili

    • Meaning:

      "hope"

    • Description:

      The raja sequence of sounds gives it a regal feel.
  5. Temple

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "dweller near the temple"

    • Description:

      The old word name Temple has gained some recent notice as a girls' name via admired autistic writer and inventor Dr. Temple Grandin (born Mary Temple), subject of an acclaimed biopic, in which she was played by Claire Danes.
  6. Thaddeus

    • Origin:

      Aramaic, meaning unclear, possibly from Theodore

    • Meaning:

      "gift of God"

    • Description:

      Thaddeus, a distinguished, long-neglected name, has several areas of appeal: a solid New Testament legacy, a nice antique feel, and the choice of several more modern nicknames and international variations.
  7. Theodosia

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "gift of God"

    • Description:

      This feminine form of Theodosius has long been buried deep in the attic, but might be a good discovery for the parent who wants to move beyond Theodora. Vice President Aaron Burr named a daughter Theodosia ("Dear Theodosia" is a song in the smash musical Hamilton), and it was the birth name of silent screen vamp Theda Bara. Theodosia actually appeared on the US popularity lists in the 1880s and 90s.
  8. Thorin

    • Origin:

      Norse and Scandinavian

    • Meaning:

      "thunder or brave and daring"

    • Description:

      Some sources give Thorin as a variation of the thunder god name Thor, equivalent to Thoren, while others says it comes from the verb að þora, meaning "to dare." This is a dwarf's name that first appeared in the thirteenth century mythology compilation Prose Edda, which, along with the Poetic Edda, represents nearly all of pagan Scandinavian mythology. Tolkien later used the name for character Thorin II Oakenshield of The Hobbit.
  9. Tibbie

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Elizabeth

    • Meaning:

      "pledged to God"

    • Description:

      An old-fashioned nickname that hasn't been heard in ages--Cute and unusual, but lacking the legs to stand on its own. Maybe save it for your kitten.
  10. Tigerlily

    • Origin:

      English flower name

    • Description:

      This name of the bright orange flower found in Asia has been used occasionally in English-speaking countries. A notable namesake is Tiger Lily, the Native American princess from Peter Pan. Read more about Tiger Lily and other Disney Princess Names in our featured blog.
  11. Tira

    • Origin:

      Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "small village"

    • Description:

      Tyra would be a more modern pick.
  12. Titania

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "giant, great one"

    • Description:

      This name of the queen of the fairies in A Midsummer Night's Dream has a delicate, lacy charm similar to Tatiana's, but that first syllable could cause embarrassing problems.
  13. Torin

    • Origin:

      Irish, Spanish, French

    • Meaning:

      "little chief, little hill, mound; holding fast; bull"

    • Description:

      Though it has a Scandinavian ring (a la Thorfinn), Torin is in fact a multicultural choice, an occasional feature in the UK Top 1000, and given to around 150 boys in the US each year. Connected to nature, power, and astrology, it is a distinctive yet trendy sounding choice.
  14. Trena

    • Description:

      Trena is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may function as a variation of Trina (short for Katherine/Katrina), a diminutive of Irene meaning 'peace,' or derive from the Scandinavian name Trene. In some cultures, it's associated with strength or warrior-like qualities. The name gained modest popularity in the United States during the mid-20th century, particularly in the 1960s and 1970s, but has since become less common. Trena possesses a distinctive sound that balances femininity with strength, featuring a straightforward pronunciation and spelling. Despite its decline in mainstream usage, the name maintains appeal for parents seeking something recognizable yet uncommon, with its brief, no-nonsense style and subtle vintage charm.

  15. Tearose
    • Timbree
      • Tourmaline