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    • Keturah

      • Origin:

        Hebrew

      • Meaning:

        "incense"

      • Description:

        Keturah, the Old Testament name of Abraham's second wife, is a possibility for anyone seeking a truly unusual and interesting biblical name; certainly a lot more distinctive than that of Abraham's first wife, Sarah.
    • Keziah

      • Origin:

        Hebrew

      • Meaning:

        "cassia tree"

      • Description:

        This lively Old Testament nature name (belonging to one of the three beautiful daughters of Job) entered the US Top 1000 list in 2024, and ranks highly here on Nameberry — making it one to watch!
    • Kirrily

      • Origin:

        Aboriginal, Australian

      • Meaning:

        "tree bark or leaf"

      • Description:

        Kirrily, which rhymes with cheerily, is a name that's uniquely popular in Australia. It originated in recent decades as an elaboration of several similar names – the European Kyra or Keira, the Maori Kiri which means tree bark, or the Aboriginal word kira which means leaf – plus the lee sound. Both Aboriginal actress Kirrily Nolan and Australian fashion designer Kirrily Johnston have helped popularize the name, which has spawned a countless number of spelling variations. Kirrily is one of the unique baby names to watch.
    • Koto

      • Description:

        Koto is a feminine name with Japanese origins, derived from the traditional Japanese stringed musical instrument of the same name. The koto is Japan's national instrument, a 13-stringed zither with a rich history dating back to ancient times. As a name, Koto conveys artistic sensibility, cultural heritage, and musical harmony. In Japanese, various kanji characters can be used to write the name, each bringing additional meaning such as 'harp sound,' 'ancient city,' or 'happiness.' Beyond Japan, the name remains uncommon but is appreciated for its melodic sound, brevity, and distinctive cultural connection. The name's musical association gives it a poetic quality that suggests creativity and artistic expression. Koto's simplicity and even syllable structure make it accessible across different languages while maintaining its Japanese essence.

    • Kyrie

      • Origin:

        Short form of Kyra or Greek

      • Meaning:

        "Lord"

      • Description:

        Kyrie elieson is one of the oldest religious refrains, meaning Lord, have mercy. As a first name, though, Kyrie is less a name of God and more a nickname-name that might be short for Kyra or a diminutive that stands on its own, a la Kylie. The best-known Kyrie is the male basketball player Kyrie Irving, who pronounces the first syllable to rhyme with my rather than fear. He has inspired more than 1000 baby boys to be given this name one recent year in the US, while it was given to 178 baby girls. Impressive numbers.
    • Laleh

      • Origin:

        Persian

      • Meaning:

        "tulip"

      • Description:

        A pretty Persian name with an equally lovely meaning
    • Lark

      • Origin:

        English bird name

      • Description:

        Lark is getting some new and well-deserved attention as a post-Robin and Raven bird name. Although it was first recorded as a name in the 1830's, it has never appeared on the Social Security list.
    • Larue

      • Description:

        Larue is a feminine name with French origins, derived from 'la rue' meaning 'the street' or 'the road.' As a surname-turned-first-name, it belongs to the category of location-based names that became personal identifiers. Originally, it likely referred to someone who lived on a particular street or roadway. While not among the most popular names, Larue has maintained consistent though limited usage throughout the 20th century, particularly in the United States. The name has a sophisticated, French-inspired quality with its simple yet elegant sound. Larue experienced modest popularity in the early 1900s and has seen occasional revival among parents seeking vintage names with European flair. Its simple pronunciation belies its somewhat exotic character, making it both accessible and distinctive.
    • Laurel

      • Origin:

        Latin

      • Meaning:

        "laurel tree"

      • Description:

        Laurel takes Laura back to its meaning in nature, resulting in a gentle, botanical option. Even more directly than Laura, Laurel relates back to the laurel wreath signifying success and peace in ancient Greece and Rome.
    • Leah

      • Origin:

        Hebrew

      • Meaning:

        "weary"

      • Description:

        Strong but sweet, Leah is a classic name that doesn't feel dull or dusty. It's got plenty of dignity, grace, and pluck, making it a solid choice in the 21st century.
    • Leila

      • Origin:

        Arabic

      • Meaning:

        "night"

      • Description:

        Leila was popularized in the West by the poet Byron, who used it in his poem Don Juan for a ten-year-old Turkish girl. Leila also appears as a fairy in the Gilbert & Sullivan comic opera Iolanthe.
    • LEILY
      • Lelia

        • Origin:

          Italian form of Laelia, meaning unknown

        • Description:

          A rare and delicate choice, Lelia is a modern variation of an ancient Roman family name. It came to Britain in the mid-nineteenth century, following the publication of George Sand's popular romantic novel titled Lelia in 1833.
      • Lena

        • Origin:

          English, Scottish, Dutch, German, and Scandinavian, diminutive of various names ending in -lena

        • Description:

          This pet form of Helena and other ena-ending names, long used as an independent name, is attracting notice again as an option both multicultural and simple. Lena was a Top 100 name from 1880 to 1920.
      • Leonie

        • Origin:

          Latin

        • Meaning:

          "lion"

        • Description:

          Leonie is a chic French and German form of a name that exists in a range of variations from Leona to Leonia to Leon to Leo to Lionel, all newly fashionable after a couple of generations in style limbo.
      • Liesl

        • Origin:

          German diminutive of Elizabeth

        • Meaning:

          "pledged to God"

        • Description:

          Sweet but sleek, and distinctive, Liesl is an old German nickname-name for Elisabeth. It might have once seemed inextricably tied to to its country of origin, but now, like Elsa, Enzo, Saoirse, Freya, Soren, and Heidi, it leans more towards being international and European chic.
      • Lila

        • Origin:

          Arabic, Sanskrit

        • Meaning:

          "night; play"

        • Description:

          Lila is one of the girl names with a double l sound — Lila, Lola, Layla, Leila, Lily et al — that have caught on in a major way., Delicate yet dynamic, Lila has a slightly international flair.
      • Lilac

        • Origin:

          English, from Persian

        • Meaning:

          "bluish or lilac"

        • Description:

          Could Lilac be the next Lila or Lily or Violet? It certainly has a lot going for it--those lilting double 'l's, the fabulous fragrance it exudes, and the fact that it's a color name as well, providing a ready made nursery theme. In addition, the lilac is symbolic of first love.
      • Lilas

        • Description:

          Lilas is a delicate feminine name derived from the French word for 'lilac,' the fragrant purple flowering shrub. This nature-inspired name carries the gentle, sweet associations of the lilac flower, which symbolizes spring, renewal, and first love in many cultures. While not extremely common internationally, Lilas has maintained steady usage in France and Lebanon, and among Arabic speakers (where it's pronounced LEE-las). The name has a soft, melodic quality with its repeated 'l' sounds and final 's' that is pronounced in French. Lilas offers a subtle alternative to more common floral names like Lily or Rose, while still evoking natural beauty and feminine grace.