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English
"boar battle"
One of the rare English surname names originally derived from a female given name: Eoforhild (Everild), meaning "boar battle". Also spelled Averill, it's an extremely rare choice today, but shares…
Aviance is a modern feminine name that embodies elegance and sophistication. Likely derived from the French word 'avance' meaning 'advancement' or possibly related to 'aviation,' suggesting flight…
Latin
"life"
Avita sounds like a drug name. In fact, it is! (It's an acne medication.) While that may not be enough to stop you, you might want to consider Aviva, Vita, or Evita (which has issues of its own)…
Belisse is a rare feminine name with likely French or Latin origins. It may be related to the French word 'belle' meaning 'beautiful,' or possibly derived from 'Belicia,' a medieval variant of names…
Greek
"lark"
Calista Flockhart opened the door to a whole flock of graceful and unusual Greek names like this, including Calantha, Calla, Carissa, and Cassia. Calandra itself is the name of a species of lark, and…
"most beautiful"
Calista Flockhart may have made her variation of this beautiful Greek name familiar to modern Americans, but the even-edgier x version was the name of an earlier feminist heroine: a character in Kate…
"white"
Attractive ancient name borne by several saints but sullied by association with yeast infection.
"from the Island of Cyprus"
Offbeat and romantic place-name.
Claramay is a feminine compound name that combines the classic Clara (meaning 'clear' or 'bright' in Latin) with May (which relates to the spring month or possibly the word 'maiden'). This…
Clarie is a feminine name that functions as a diminutive form of Clare or Claire, names ultimately derived from the Latin 'clarus' meaning 'clear, bright, or famous.' This softer variation adds a…
Cordae is a feminine name that appears to be a modern creation or variant, possibly related to Cordelia or Cora. It may also be inspired by musical artist YBN Cordae, making it a contemporary name…
"of the heart"
Cordis is an unusual and substantial unisex choice.
