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larkynshay911
By larkynshay911
Updated Sun Apr 16 2023
  1. Acacia

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "thorny"

    • Description:

      Acacia is an attractive, rarely used Greek flower name enhanced by its popular beginning-and-ending-with 'a'-construct, and is gradually beginning to catch on as a new member of the stylish girl names starting with A.
  2. Alannis

    • Origin:

      Spelling variation of Alanis

    • Description:

      Singer Alanis Morisette may have made the one-n version of this name more famous, but like the other Alan feminization Alana or Alanna, the spelling can go either way.
  3. Anniston

    • Origin:

      English surname and American place name

    • Meaning:

      "Anis' town; Annie's town"

    • Description:

      A name with plenty of celebrity glamor and contemporary flair, Anniston has a variety of origins. On one hand, it's a place name, deriving from a city in Alabama of the same name. Founded in the late 19th century by Samuel Noble and Daniel Tyler, it was named in honor of the latter's daughter-in-law, Annie Tyler.
  4. Araminta

    • Origin:

      Literature, compound of Arabella and Aminta, Greek

    • Meaning:

      "loveable; unyielding + defender; unfading"

    • Description:

      Araminta is a poetic and enchanting eighteenth-century invention with plenty of elegance and a touch of old-fashioned clunkiness. It first appeared in William Congreve's 17th century comedy The Old Bachelor and then again in 1705 when it was used by architect and playwright Sir John Vanbrugh in his play The Confederacy.
  5. Aspen

    • Origin:

      Nature and place-name

    • Meaning:

      "a poplar tree that quakes in the breeze"

    • Description:

      Aspen is part of two groups of stylish and unique baby names: nature names and place-names. The name of a graceful tree in the poplar family with heart-shaped leaves so delicate they quiver in the gentlest breeze, Aspen is also the name of a trendy Colorado ski resort. Aspen started as a unisex name possibility but now is much more frequently worn by girls.
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    • Beatrix

      • Origin:

        Latin

      • Meaning:

        "she who brings happiness; blessed"

      • Description:

        Beatrix has a solid history of its own apart from Beatrice, with that final x adding a playful, animated note to the name's imposing history and stately vibe.
    • Bebe

      • Origin:

        Diminutive of Beatrice or any other B name

      • Description:

        High-kicking cohort of Coco, Gigi, Fifi, Kiki, et al.
    • Brighton

      • Origin:

        English place-name

      • Description:

        Out-of-the-way place name (it's an antiquated holiday spot on England's south coast) that might make a brilliant choice. Actor/director Jon Favreau named his daughter Brighton Rose.
    • Bexley
      • Caterina

        • Origin:

          Italian variation of Katherine

        • Description:

          If your ancestry is Italian, you may want to consider this elegant twist on a classic.
      • Chrissa

        • Description:

          Chrissa is a feminine name that evolved as a diminutive form of Christina or Christine, names ultimately derived from the Greek word "christos" meaning "anointed one." This charming variation gained some recognition in the 1970s and 1980s but has always remained relatively uncommon. With its soft sounds and familiar roots, Chrissa offers the appeal of being recognizable without being overly popular. The name has a bright, cheerful quality that balances classical origins with a more contemporary feel. While never breaking into top name charts, Chrissa appeals to parents seeking a feminine name with Greek roots that sounds both familiar and distinctive.

      • Chyler
        • Emerson

          • Origin:

            English

          • Meaning:

            "son of Emery"

          • Description:

            The combination of Emily and Emma's popularity -- and the fact that Desperate Housewives star Teri Hatcher's daughter is named Emerson -- have put this formerly strictly boys’ name, embodying the gravitas of Ralph Waldo Emerson, in the limelight for girls.
        • Everly

          • Origin:

            English

          • Meaning:

            "wild boar in woodland clearing"

          • Description:

            Sweet and stylish, with a sporty, energetic undertone, Everly is a name that ticks lots of boxes.
        • Eagan
          • Evanora
            • Kateri

              • Origin:

                Mohawk variation of Katherine

              • Meaning:

                "pure"

              • Description:

                St. Kateri Teckakwitha is the first Native American saint, canonized in 2012. St. Kateri was the daughter of a Mohawk warrior, born in 1656 in upstate New York. She converted to Christianity at age 20 and died at 24, and was known as "Lily of the Mohawk." Kateri was the name the saint took on, a native variation of Katherine, upon her baptism.