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By columbiacharm
Updated Sun Oct 02 2022
  1. Izara

    • Origin:

      Arabic, Basque, Hausa

    • Meaning:

      "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.
  2. Eben

    • Origin:

      Hebrew, diminutive of Ebenezer

    • Meaning:

      "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.
  3. Zella

    • Origin:

      African, Bobangi, Libyan place name, diminutive of Rosella, Marcella, Gizella, or Isabella

    • Meaning:

      "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.
  4. Ilaria

    • Origin:

      Italian variation of Hilary

    • Meaning:

      "cheerful, happy"

    • Description:

      Hilary may feel too connected to a single personality, but this version offers a fresh and interesting alternative.
  5. Aphra

    • Origin:

      Hebrew, variation of Aphrah

    • Meaning:

      "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.
  6. Ophira

    • Origin:

      Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "gold"

    • Description:

      Feminine form of Ophir, a Biblical place name famed for its riches.
  7. Ulla

    • Origin:

      Scandinavian

    • Meaning:

      "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.
  8. Gaelle

    • Origin:

      French

    • Meaning:

      "from Gaul"
  9. Fiore

    • Origin:

      Italian from Latin

    • Meaning:

      "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.

  10. Alcina

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "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.
  11. Maurelle

    • Origin:

      French

    • Meaning:

      "dark, elfin"

    • Description:

      New twist to the Maur- names, a bit cosmetic sounding.
  12. Zeila

    • Origin:

      African place-name

    • Description:

      Zeila, the name of a port town in Somalia, has cultural resonance and an appealing sound.
  13. 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.
  14. Ashira

    • Origin:

      Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "I will sing"

    • Description:

      Unusual name with stylish, silky feel.
  15. Zala

    • Origin:

      Ethiopian or Slovene variation of Rozalija

    • Meaning:

      "a people from southwest Ethiopia; rose"

    • Description:

      Simple but sultry.
  16. Xavi

    • Origin:

      Catalan diminutive of Xavier, Basque or Arabic

    • Meaning:

      "new house or bright"

    • Description:

      This nickname was given often enough as a standalone to land it in the Top 1000 from 2010—2013.
  17. Ozara

    • Origin:

      Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "treasure, wealth"

    • Description:

      Striking and glamorous, though perhaps just plain Zara is intriguing enough.
  18. Etana

    • Origin:

      Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "strength of purpose"

    • Description:

      Girlish for Ethan: attractive and unusual.
  19. Katalin

    • Origin:

      Hungarian variation of Katherine, English from Greek

    • Meaning:

      "pure"

    • Description:

      Hungarian form of Katherine.
  20. Taelon

    • Description:

      Taelon is a modern masculine name with uncertain etymology, likely created as a contemporary invention rather than having deep historical roots. It may have evolved as a variation of Talon (meaning "claw" in English) or as a blend of popular naming elements like the prefix "Tae-" (found in names like Taegan) and suffix "-lon" (as in names like Marlon). Taelon gained some recognition after appearing as an alien race in the science fiction TV series "Earth: Final Conflict" in the late 1990s. The name has a distinctly modern, strong sound that appeals to parents seeking something unique with a contemporary edge. Though uncommon in official statistics, Taelon has seen scattered usage in North America since the 2000s, appreciated for its distinctive sound and spelling.