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  1. Ophelia

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "help"

    • Description:

      Floral, elegant, and bold, Ophelia re-entered the US Top 1000 in 2015 after more than 50 years off the charts. It has risen more than 700 spots since then and shows no signs of slowing down. Now in the US Top 300, could Ophelia one day become the next Olivia or Amelia?
  2. Penelope

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "weaver"

    • Description:

      Penelope is an unlikely 21st century baby name success story. Off the Top 1000 for 25 years, Penelope jumped back on in 2001 and has been heading uphill ever since, propelled by the trend for mythological names, Spanish actress Penelope Cruz, and some high-profile celebrity babies.
  3. Peninah

    • Origin:

      Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "pearl, coral"

    • Description:

      Peninah, also found as Penina and Peninnah, was one of the two wives of Elkanah in the Bible. Peninah, who had children, upset her sister wife Hannah, who did not, and in response God blessed Hannah with a baby, Samuel.
  4. Quintessa

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "essence"

    • Description:

      Sounds like a fictional rank of royalty.
  5. Quorra
    • Rose

      • Origin:

        Latin

      • Meaning:

        "rose, a flower"

      • Description:

        Rose is derived from the Latin rosa, which referred to the flower. There is also evidence to suggest it was a Norman variation of the Germanic name Hrodohaidis, meaning "famous type," and also Hros, "horse". In Old English it was translated as Roese and Rohese.
    • Scarlett

      • Origin:

        English

      • Meaning:

        "scarlet, red"

      • Description:

        Scarlett Johansson is doing more for this sparky southern name than Scarlett O'Hara ever did. Since the turn of the 21st century, Scarlett has gone from an obscure literary name to one of the most popular girls' names starting with S, right after longtime favorites Sophia and Sofia.
    • Selah

      • Origin:

        Hebrew

      • Meaning:

        "praise, pause"

      • Description:

        The name is derived from the term commonly used in the Book of Psalms, which has a many Hebrew scholars in confusion over its meaning. Given its context in the Bible, Selah is likely to mean "to praise" or "pause and reflect upon what has just been said." Lauryn Hill used this name for her daughter. It is the last word in Anita Diamant's novel The Red Tent.
    • Sophie

      • Origin:

        French variation of Sophia

      • Meaning:

        "wisdom"

      • Description:

        Sophie is the French form of the Greek Sophia, for which it is also commonly used as a nickname. Given Sophia's long standing among the Top 10 girl names in the US, Sophie may feel more popular than it actually is.
    • Tessa

      • Origin:

        Diminutive of Theresa

      • Meaning:

        "to reap, to gather"

      • Description:

        Tessa is one of those golden names that's been popular but not TOO popular for several decades now. Tessa has ranked in the Top 500 in the US since 1981 but has risen only once above Number 200.
    • Tirzah

      • Origin:

        Hebrew

      • Meaning:

        "delight"

      • Description:

        A fairly common Hebrew name without much crossover potential.
    • Ulyana

      • Description:

        Ulyana is a feminine name of Slavic origin, primarily used in Russia, Ukraine, and other Eastern European countries. It derives from the Latin name Juliana, which comes from Julius, meaning 'youthful' or 'downy-bearded'. Ulyana represents the Eastern Slavic adaptation of this classical name. The name has a flowing, melodious quality with its balanced vowels and consonants. In Slavic countries, it has maintained steady popularity throughout history, associated with several saints and notable figures. While less common in Western countries, Ulyana has begun to gain recognition internationally. The name carries connotations of Slavic heritage and cultural richness while offering an exotic yet accessible option for parents seeking names with historical depth and a distinctive sound.

    • Una

      • Origin:

        Latin, Irish, or Old Norse

      • Meaning:

        "one; lamb; happy"

      • Description:

        In an epic poem, the personification of truth, beauty, and unity; this ancient name is popular in several European countries but less common in the US. The Oona spelling is slightly more popular but Una sleeker.
    • Valentina

      • Origin:

        Latin

      • Meaning:

        "strength, health"

      • Description:

        Effortlessly stylish, with plenty of sweetness and strength, Valentina feels like a fresh alternative to Valerie, Victoria, or Vanessa.
    • Willa

      • Origin:

        Feminine variation of William

      • Meaning:

        "resolute protection"

      • Description:

        Willa has become increasingly fashionable, with its combination of Willa (born Wilella) Cather-like pioneer strength and the graceful beauty of the willow tree.
    • Xylia
      • Yvette

        • Origin:

          French, feminine of Yves

        • Meaning:

          "yew tree"

        • Description:

          This French name has the elegance of other '-ette' names such as Colette and is a botanical name without being too obvious about it.
      • Zoe

        • Origin:

          Greek

        • Meaning:

          "life"

        • Description:

          Zoe is one of those surprising names that has been on the Top 1000 nearly every year since 1880, but it's only since the turn of this century that it's ranked in the Top 100.