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- Izara
Origin:
Arabic, Basque, HausaMeaning:
"shawl; star; section of tree"Description:
Attractive, rhythmic choice with roots in several languages and cultures. It's a lesser-known a celestial name, meaning "star" in Basque and referring to a star in the constellation Boötes in Arabic.
- Zella
Origin:
African, Bobangi, Libyan place name, diminutive of Rosella, Marcella, Gizella, or IsabellaMeaning:
"lacking nothing, one who knows the way"Description:
Sunny, sassy, and stylish, Zella is a multicultural and versatile choice which works across multiple languages. Popular back in the early 19th century, Zella is now catching the attention of cotemporary parent as a rival to Ella, Stella, and Della.
- Ilaria
Origin:
Italian variation of HilaryMeaning:
"cheerful, happy"Description:
Hilary may feel too connected to a single personality, but this version offers a fresh and interesting alternative.
- Eben
Origin:
Hebrew, diminutive of EbenezerMeaning:
"stone of help"Description:
Though most parents would shy away from Ebenezer, short form Eben is affable and creative and perfectly able to stand alone; nothing Scroogish about it. This also makes a fresh new spin on the very popular Ethan or Evan.
- Xavi
Origin:
Catalan diminutive of Xavier, Basque or ArabicMeaning:
"new house or bright"Description:
This nickname was given often enough as a standalone to land it in the Top 1000 from 2010—2013.
- Aphra
Origin:
Hebrew, variation of AphrahMeaning:
"dust"Description:
Aphra would make an interesting choice-- especially since it's the name of the first professional female writer in English, the seventeenth century's Aphra Behn. Born in 1640, she was a prolific dramatist of the English Restoration, and a spy.
- Zala
Origin:
Ethiopian or Slovene variation of RozalijaMeaning:
"a people from southwest Ethiopia; rose"Description:
Simple but sultry.
- Ulla
Origin:
ScandinavianMeaning:
"will, determination"Description:
Ulla, the beautiful Swedish secretary in The Producers (played by Uma Thurman in the movie) who purrs, "Ven you got it, flaunt it," has changed the image of this name forever. Ulla may stand on its own or be an abbreviation of Ursula or Ulrika; Ula may be seen as another spelling.
- Ophira
Origin:
HebrewMeaning:
"gold"Description:
Feminine form of Ophir, a Biblical place name famed for its riches.
- Zeila
Origin:
African place-nameDescription:
Zeila, the name of a port town in Somalia, has cultural resonance and an appealing sound.
- Ashira
Origin:
HebrewMeaning:
"I will sing"Description:
Unusual name with stylish, silky feel.
- Fiore
Origin:
Italian from LatinMeaning:
"flower"Description:
Fiore is a feminine name of Italian origin meaning "flower." It embodies natural beauty, blossoming, and delicate strength. In Italian culture, the name carries artistic and romantic associations, reflecting the aesthetic appreciation central to Italian heritage.
- Suren
Description:
Suren as a feminine name is relatively uncommon, as it is traditionally a masculine name in Armenian and Indian cultures. In Armenian, Suren means "powerful" or "majestic," derived from the Persian name Surena. In Indian contexts, particularly Sanskrit, it can mean "deity" or "warrior." As a feminine name, Suren represents a bold cross-cultural choice that carries strong connotations of strength and dignity. The gender-neutral quality of this name makes it appealing to parents looking for unique names that break traditional gender associations. While rare for girls, it offers a distinctive option with rich cultural significance and a powerful sound that combines softness with strength.
- Alcina
Origin:
GreekMeaning:
"strong-willed"Description:
Alcina is an operatic name, best-known as the name of the beautiful sorceress of the eponymous Handel opera drawn from the Orlando poems. Alcina and her sister Morgana live on an island where Alcina seduces every passing sailor but once their novelty wears off, changes them into plants, rocks, or animals. Alcina comes with modern-sounding short forms Alcie or Alsie, which feel more baby-ready now that names such as Elsie, Elsa, and Isla are becoming popular again.
- Zelena
Origin:
Greek variation of SelenaDescription:
See SELENA.
- Etana
Origin:
HebrewMeaning:
"strength of purpose"Description:
Girlish for Ethan: attractive and unusual.
- Ancel
Description:
Ancel is a distinguished masculine name with French origins, derived from 'Anselm', which comes from Germanic elements meaning 'god' (ans) and 'helmet' or 'protection' (helm). The name carries connotations of divine protection and noble character. Historically, Ancel has maintained modest usage in France and among French-speaking populations. It gained some recognition through notable bearers like Ancel Keys, the American physiologist who studied the Mediterranean diet. While never achieving widespread popularity in English-speaking countries, Ancel has persisted as a distinctive alternative to more common names, appealing to parents seeking a name with French elegance and historical depth without being overly familiar.
- Gaelle
Origin:
FrenchMeaning:
"from Gaul"
- Maurelle
Origin:
FrenchMeaning:
"dark, elfin"Description:
New twist to the Maur- names, a bit cosmetic sounding.
- Ozara
Origin:
HebrewMeaning:
"treasure, wealth"Description:
Striking and glamorous, though perhaps just plain Zara is intriguing enough.