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tiffany2016
By tiffany2016
Updated Tue May 16 2023
  1. Celina

    • Origin:

      Greek, French

    • Meaning:

      "moon or heavenly"

    • Description:

      A light and pretty pan-cultural name which can be considered a variant of either the Greek name Selene or Selena, meaning "moon", or of the French Celine, meaning "heavenly". An attractive choice that is surprisingly rare in the US: out of the Top 1000 since 2006.
  2. Davina

    • Origin:

      Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "little deer"

    • Description:

      A Scottish favorite that could make it here thanks to its similarity to the word divine. It's the most popular of several feminizations of David used in Scotland, including Davida, Davinia and Davidina, which have less of a chance in the U.S. It reentered the US Top 1000 for the first time in two decades in 2016.
  3. Jace

    • Description:

      Jace is a modern feminine name that has gained popularity primarily as a masculine name but has crossed gender boundaries in recent years. Originally a shortened form of Jason (meaning 'healer' in Greek), Jace developed as an independent name in the late 20th century. With its sleek, single-syllable sound, Jace has appealed to parents seeking contemporary names with a strong yet simple quality. While still more common for boys, its use for girls represents the growing trend of gender-neutral naming. The name's brevity gives it a modern edge, while its connection to the traditional Jason provides historical depth. Jace has a confident, energetic quality regardless of gender.
  4. Joslyn

    • Origin:

      Spelling variation of Jocelyn, German

    • Meaning:

      "member of the Gauts tribe"

    • Description:

      Much less popular than the original spelling of Jocelyn, though still given to over 100 baby girls in the US last year. While it might be tempting to go with this more phonetic spelling, we recommend sticking with the traditional name.
  5. Kayleen

    • Description:

      Kayleen is a feminine name with Irish and American origins, created as a modern variation of Kathleen or a combination of the popular Kay and the suffix -leen. The name carries the meaning 'pure' or 'slim and fair' from its Kathleen roots. Emerging in popularity during the 1970s and 1980s in the United States, Kayleen exemplifies the trend toward creating unique variations of traditional names. The name has a melodic quality with its long 'ay' sound followed by the soft ending. While never reaching top ranking status, Kayleen appeals to parents seeking a name that sounds familiar yet distinctive, offering a more elaborate alternative to Kay while maintaining its friendly, approachable quality.

  6. Kaylie

    • Origin:

      Short form of Kayla, Arabic and Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "laurel, crown"

    • Description:

      A cute nickname name that's risen high over the past decade or so, more especially as Kaylee, this name combines the attributes of Hailey and Kayla, Kylie and Callie.
  7. Kaylin

    • Origin:

      American variation of Kayla

    • Description:

      Kaylin is a variation of Kayla and Katelyn that had several years of chart climbing before reaching a peak of Number 372 in 2009. Cailin and Kailyn are two other spellings.
  8. Kyra

    • Origin:

      Feminine variation of Cyrus, Persian

    • Meaning:

      "throne"

    • Description:

      The girls' name Kyra sounds like the also popular Keira/Kiera, but has a different root. There are twice as many baby girls named Keira as Kyra, with Kiera in third place. Kyra now ranks at #590 and is most familiar via actress Kyra Sedgwick.
  9. Madalyn

    • Origin:

      Variation of Madeleine, French

    • Meaning:

      "of Magdala"

    • Description:

      Madalyn is a variant of the French name Madeleine — one of several which have graced the US top 1000 in recent years.
  10. Madison

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "son of Matthew"

    • Description:

      Since we wrote a book called Beyond Jennifer & Jason, Madison & Montana, encouraging parents to move beyond overused names, it's no secret what we think of this trendy surname name, inspired by a mermaid named Madison in the 1980s movie Splash.
  11. Maiya

    • Description:

      Maiya is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins. In Sanskrit, it relates to 'illusion' or 'magic,' while in Hebrew it can mean 'wished-for child.' It's also found in Japanese culture where it might be connected to the word for 'dance.' The name has gained modest popularity in recent decades as parents seek distinctive yet approachable alternatives to more common names like Maya or Maia. Maiya offers a fresh twist on these similar names while maintaining an easy pronunciation. Its cross-cultural presence gives it versatility and broad appeal. The name has a gentle, flowing quality with its soft consonants and vowel sounds, contributing to its increasingly favorable reception.
  12. Mariah

    • Origin:

      Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "the Lord is my teacher; or drop of the sea, bitter, or beloved"

    • Description:

      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 though Mariah now sounds modern, it was heard as far back as 1550 in Great Britain.
  13. Myla

    • Origin:

      Spelling variation of Mila or feminine variation of Milo

    • Meaning:

      "soldier or merciful"

    • Description:

      Myla can be seen as a female variation of Milo or a different spelling for popular Mila. Though frequently unnecessary in alternate spellings, the "y" here does connote a specific pronunciation.
  14. Sabrina

    • Origin:

      Celtic, Latin name for the River Severn

    • Description:

      Sabrina, the bewitchingly radiant name of a legendary Celtic goddess, is best known as the heroine of the eponymous film, originally played by Audrey Hepburn, and later as a teenage TV witch; it would make a distinctive alternative to the ultrapopular Samantha. Similar names you might also want to consider include Sabina and Serena.
  15. Sarina

    • Origin:

      Italian diminutive of Sarah or spelling variation of Serena, Hebrew or Latin

    • Meaning:

      "princess or serene"

    • Description:

      With its melodic three syllables and flowing sound, Sarina offers a softer, more elaborate alternative to Sarah while maintaining an accessible pronunciation. The name gained modest popularity in the United States during the 1970s and 1980s but remains relatively uncommon. Internationally recognized yet not overly used, Sarina appeals to parents seeking a name with cross-cultural appeal and feminine elegance without being overly frilly or elaborate.
  16. Serina

    • Description:

      Serina is a feminine name with multiple potential origins. It may be a variant of Serena, derived from the Latin word "serenus" meaning "clear, tranquil, or serene." Alternatively, it could be related to the Greek name Seira meaning "chain" or have Persian roots as a variant of Shireen, meaning "sweet." The name has a gentle, melodious quality and has maintained modest popularity across several decades without becoming overly common. Serina appears in various cultures, including Italian, English, and Arabic contexts. The name evokes a sense of peacefulness and grace, with its soft sounds and flowing rhythm making it both elegant and approachable.

  17. Tiffany

    • Origin:

      English variation of Theophania, Greek

    • Meaning:

      "of divine manifestation"

    • Description:

      One of the first luxury brand names and the quintessential Booming Eighties status-conscious moniker; used by Donald Trump for his daughter, Tiffany has plummeted far from its high in the Top 25.
  18. Yesenia

    • Origin:

      Spanish, Arabic

    • Meaning:

      "palm tree; flower"

    • Description:

      Yesenia is a Latinx favorite popularized by a character on a Spanish-language soap opera. Jessenia is another variation. The name is drawn from the name of a palm tree in South America, but Yesenia is also an Arabic name meaning flower, making it an excellent cross-cultural choice.