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MariaGrace88
By MariaGrace88
Updated Mon May 08 2023
List of overall names that I like - firsts, middles, boys, girls, siblings.
  1. Abel

    • Origin:

      Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "breath"

    • Description:

      Abel, the name of Adam and Eve's unfortunate younger son, compensates with positive connotations: capable, competent, ready and willing.
  2. Acer

    • Origin:

      Botanical name from Latin

    • Meaning:

      "maple"

    • Description:

      Acer is the Latin botanical name for the Maple tree. Where Maple feels quite feminine, Acer is a more masculine way to reference this tree.
  3. Addison

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "son of Adam"

    • Description:

      Despite its origin as a patronymic meaning "son of Adam", Addison really caught on for baby girls in the US around the turn of the millennium, following in Madison's footsteps to peak at #11 in 2007 and again in 2010.
  4. Addison

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "son of Adam"

    • Description:

      Newly fashioned but familiar and with an on trend, unisex feel, Addison seems like the perfect solution for anyone who can’t decide between Madison, Adeline, and Alison.
  5. Adelaide

    • Origin:

      Variant of Adelheidis, German

    • Meaning:

      "noble, nobility"

    • Description:

      Adelaide is now heading straight uphill on the coattails of such newly popular sisters as Ava, Ada, and Audrey, and in the company of Adeline and Amelia. It was chosen by actress Katherine Heigl for the name of her second daughter.
  6. Adeline

    • Origin:

      French, diminutive of Adele

    • Meaning:

      "noble, nobility"

    • Description:

      Adeline has a lovely, old-fashioned "Sweet Adeline" charm, but has become so popular in the US under so many spellings and variations -- with Adalynn and Adalyn also popular -- that considered together it is far more popular than it first seems. Adorable nickname Addie is also pervasive.
  7. Adelyn

    • Origin:

      Variation of Adeline

    • Meaning:

      "noble, nobility"

    • Description:

      Adeline in all its forms, including Adelyn, is rocketing up the list, but we do prefer the original to the variations. Or you might consider varying it yet further to Adelia, Adele, or Adelaide. Or lengthen it to Madeline/Madelyn.
  8. Adler

    • Origin:

      German

    • Meaning:

      "eagle"

    • Description:

      Adler is a German-Jewish surname that is beginning to be used occasionally as a first and is among the stylish new German names for boys. Among the distinguished bearers of Adler as a last name are Freud colleague Alfred Adler, actress and influential acting teacher Stella Adler and Guns N' Roses drummer Steve Adler.
  9. Agnes

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "pure, virginal"

    • Description:

      Agnes is the Latin variation of the name Hagne, which itself derived from the Greek word hagnos, meaning "chaste." In medieval times, St. Agnes was a very popular saint, leading to its popularity as a girl's name. Agnes Grey is the title of one of the two novels written by Anne Brontë.
  10. Agneta

    • Description:

      Agneta is a feminine name of Swedish origin, representing a Scandinavian form of Agnes. It derives from the Greek word 'hagnos' meaning 'pure' or 'chaste.' Particularly popular in Sweden and other Nordic countries during the mid-20th century, Agneta carries an elegant, classical quality while maintaining a distinctly Scandinavian character. The name gained international recognition through Agneta Fältskog, the blonde vocalist of the renowned Swedish pop group ABBA. While its popularity has declined since its peak, Agneta continues to be appreciated for its melodious sound and cultural heritage. The name conveys refinement and simplicity, appealing to parents seeking names with both historical depth and Nordic connections.

  11. Aiden

    • Origin:

      Irish

    • Meaning:

      "little and fiery"

    • Description:

      Aiden in all its spelling variations is the Anglicized version of the Irish Aodhán, which was originally a pet form of the Irish name Aodh (pronounced 'ee'), who was the old Celtic god of the sun and fire. St. Aidan was a famous seventh century Irish saint, noted for his kindness and generosity and for spreading Christianity.
  12. Ainsly

    • Description:

      Ainsly is a feminine name with Scottish and English origins, originally a place name and surname meaning "one's own meadow" or "hermitage meadow." It's a variant of the more common Ainsley or Ainslie. The name has a gentle, lyrical quality with its soft consonants and flowing sound. Ainsly gained modest recognition in the late 1990s and early 2000s, particularly in English-speaking countries, though it remains relatively uncommon compared to similar-sounding names like Ashley or Ainsley. The name projects an image of natural beauty and tranquility while maintaining a contemporary feel. Parents often choose Ainsly for its delicate sound and meaningful etymology that suggests a connection to nature and personal space.

  13. Alder

    • Origin:

      English tree name or surname

    • Meaning:

      "old"

    • Description:

      The surname-style Alden has been on the rise in the US in recent years, while tree-inspired Rowan is a top choice. Combine this with the popularity of names ending in -er such as Carter and Parker and it makes sense why Alder is now 4 times as popular as it was a decade ago. Given to 125 boys in a recent year, it could be a modern way to honor an "Al".
  14. Alma

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "nurturing, soul"

    • Description:

      Alma is a somewhat solemn, soulful name that had a burst of popularity a century ago, then faded into the flowered wallpaper, and is now finding its footing once more.
  15. Amidala

    • Origin:

      Italian

    • Meaning:

      "beautiful flower"

    • Description:

      An attractive enough name, but for die-hard Star Wars fans only.
  16. Anchor

    • Origin:

      Word name

    • Meaning:

      "heavy object used to moor a ship; provide with a solid foundation"

    • Description:

      Plausible word name, denoting strength and stability, currently given to a small handful of boys in the US each year.
  17. Archer

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "bowman"

    • Description:

      Archer is an Anglo-Saxon surname that feels more modern than most because of its on-target occupational and Hunger Games associations. And it's a nice way to bypass the clunky Archibald to get to the cool nickname Archie.
  18. Arden

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "valley of the eagle; high"

    • Description:

      Arden, the name of the magical forest in Shakespeare's As You Like It, is a stylish A name with a strong, straightforward image. Another reason to love Arden: its similarity to "ardent." Arden is solidly unisex, with the current gender distribution running about 60 percent girls and 40 percent boys.
  19. Aria

    • Origin:

      Italian and Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "air; song or melody; lion"

    • Description:

      Aria is a multi-cultural name with two extremely popular versions: this more word-like one along with Arya, the spelling used for the feisty young heroine of Game of Thrones. There were about 6400 baby girls named Aria in the US last year alog with 2400 named Arya, which counted together places the name in the Top 10.
  20. Arrow

    • Origin:

      Word name

    • Description:

      Words are not always easy to translate into baby names, but the implications of being straight and swift lend this one great potential as a name. It also has the popular o-sound ending, which brings it further into the realm of possibility. Rising rock star Aja Volkman pulled a gender switch when she named her daughter Arrow Eve.