Names
- Teagan
Origin:
Irish or WelshMeaning:
"little poet or fair"Description:
As Meghan/Megan and Reagan/Regan show signs of wilting, along comes Teagan to take up the slack: definitely one to consider. The vast majority of American babies named Teagan are now girls. A variant spelling is Teaghan.
- Elva
Origin:
Icelandic and Danish form of Alf, anglicized form of Ailbhe, IrishMeaning:
"bright, light, white; elf"Description:
Elva is a multicultural choice, being both an anglicization of the Irish Ailbhe and an feminine form of the name Alf, meaning "elf". Popular in the US at the beginning of the 20th century, it remaining in the charts until the '70s, but it has not been given since. The alternative form Alva has faired slightly better, while in Ireland, Ailbhe remains the preferred spelling. Nevertheless, Elva combines the sounds of Elsa, Ella, Eva, and Ever and may also appeal to those expecting a baby at Christmas.
- Darby
Origin:
Irish, English, NorseMeaning:
"free from envy; from the deer estate"Description:
Once a common boy name in Ireland, the dynamic Darby now has a definite unisex feel. A bit like a mash up between Darcy and Ruby, it appeared in the US Top 1000 in the 90s, peaking in 1995 when it reached #499. It's likely this sudden interest in Darby was owing to the 90s book and film, The Pelican Brief, starring Julia Roberts as a law student called Darby.
- Sadee
Description:
Sadee is a contemporary feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a modern variation of Sadie (which itself began as a nickname for Sarah, meaning "princess" in Hebrew), or it could derive from the Arabic name Sa'di, meaning "fortunate" or "lucky." The distinctive spelling with the double 'e' ending gives the name a modern twist while maintaining the familiar sound. Though relatively uncommon in mainstream usage, Sadee has gained modest attention from parents seeking alternatives to more popular names. Its short, sweet sound carries a cheerful quality, and the name strikes a balance between uniqueness and accessibility. Sadee fits well with current naming trends favoring shorter girls' names with soft sounds while still standing apart from more common choices.