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Euan
Gaelic, Anglicized form of Eoghann
"born of the yew tree"
The attractive Euan and Ewan are just coming onto the U.S. radar, via actor Ewan MacGregor and Harry Potter 's Euan Abercrombie.
Brynna
Welsh
"hill"
You say Bryn, he says Bryana -- here's a name you might agree on.
Qulyndreia
Modern invented name
Mother of rising star actress Quvenzhané Wallis.
Estefania
Spanish variation of Stephanie
Attractive international Stephanie alternative. Estefania ranks in the Top 100 in Puerto Rico.
Iola
Greek or Welsh
"violet; beautiful lady"
Isla is hot, Iona is cool – maybe it's time Iola got a second look? Last heard from on Carol Burnett's Mama's Family show, Iola feels like just the sort of uncommon, vowel-rich, vintage name that…
Erendira
Spanish
"she who smiles"
Erendira was the name of a Gabriel Garcia Marquez heroine and also a mythological princess. The name is best known in Mexico.
Avellana
Spanish
"hazelnut"
This alluring Spanish word name has the quirky meaning "hazelnut". Avellana has a beautiful sound, although it may be misheard as the trending Avianna.
Adelicia
Adelicia is a feminine name with Germanic origins, derived from elements meaning 'noble' and 'kind' or 'of the nobility.' It represents an elaborate variant of Adelaide or Adela. Historically, the…
Amphion
Greek mythology name
Son of Zeus known for musical abilities, an edgy choice for music-minded families.
Yulissa
Yulissa is a feminine name with Hispanic origins, likely developed as a variation of Julia or Julissa. The name combines the melodic 'Yul' prefix with the soft ending 'issa,' creating a name that…
Seneque
Seneque is an unusual feminine name likely derived from the Roman philosopher Seneca (Lucius Annaeus Seneca). The name represents a French adaptation of this classical name, maintaining intellectual…
Rialta
Italian
"deep brook"
Unique choice, with a pleasant antique feel.
Averyll
Averyll is a feminine name variation of Averill or Averell, which originated as an English surname derived from the Old French 'Avril,' meaning 'April.' This spelling with a double 'l' adds a…
Kellam
Modern invented name
Definite twenty-first- century possibilities, with its stylish K opening, strong first syllable, and softer second.
Iqra
Arabic
"read"
Beautiful Arabic name that's important in Islamic culture — Iqra is the name of a chapter in the Quran. Iqra is a Top 500 name in England and Wales.
Mabyn
Cornish, from English
"youth"
This rare sixth-century saint's name has a modern, merry feel.
Najiba
Arabic
"wellborn"
Rhythmic and alluring.
Naphtali
Hebrew
"wrestling, struggling"
Rarely used biblical choice -- he's a son of Jacob -- with a bit of a white-bearded image.
Adwoa
Akan, Ghanaian
"born on Monday"
Adwoa is a given name used for women born on Monday in Western Africa, particularly Ghana and some parts of Togo and Ivory Coast. The male equivalent is Kwadwo. The most famous people with this name…
Giuseppina
Italian feminine variation of Joseph, Hebrew
"Jehovah increases"
One case where the English version -- Josephine -- is far preferable.