Girls names I likes the most

This is a rare and lovely form of Susannah commonly heard in Israel. Shoshana Shapiro — nicknamed Shosh — is the character played by Zosia Mamet on the hit HBO series Girls — a fact that could give the name an upward thrust.

Rosalind feels fresher now.

Looking to honor Grandma Mary (or Maria) with something original? This Russian short form bears an unfortunate resemblance to the English word "mash", but if you can look past that, Masha has possibilities.

Bonnie meets Annabel (or Belle, or any other name ending in this sound) in this jaunty modern compound.

Mickie is a feminine diminutive form of Michelle or Michaela, which ultimately derive from the Hebrew name Michael, meaning 'who is like God?'. It emerged as a playful nickname before gaining status as an independent given name. Popular during the mid-20th century, particularly in the 1940s and 1950s, Mickie offers a casual, friendly alternative to more formal names. The spelling variation with 'ie' rather than 'y' gives it a distinctive touch. While its usage has declined in recent decades, Mickie retains a vintage charm and can be found across English-speaking countries, often associated with vibrant, spirited personality traits.

Erendira was the name of a Gabriel Garcia Marquez heroine and also a mythological princess. The name is best known in Mexico.

Abbie is a gently old-fashioned nickname name that owes its rising popularity to Top 10 Abigail. Abby may be the more usual spelling today.

Lisbeth is one of the many short forms of Elizabeth that are used on their own. Not only is it the name of the mother of the main character in George Eliot's novel Adam Bede, but it takes on a whole new, powerful image as the heroine of The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo trilogy. Lizbeth is another spelling.

There are many in Japan, but for most Americans there's only one Yoko.

Attractive place-name, of a beautiful resort region of Turkey.

In Slavic mythology, Rusalka is the equivalent of the Little Mermaid — she's a water nymph who falls in love with a land-dwelling man and eventually dies of a broken heart. Her tale was made into an opera of the same name by Dvorak. A good alternative for those who are turned off by the popularity of other fairy tale names like Aurora and Ariel.

Anatolia is a feminine name derived from the ancient Greek word "anatolē," meaning "sunrise" or "east." It refers to the geographic region now comprising most of modern Turkey, historically called Asia Minor. The name carries rich historical and geographical significance, evoking images of ancient civilizations and the meeting point between East and West. As a personal name, Anatolia remains quite rare, giving it an exotic and distinctive quality. Its melodious sound with alternating consonants and vowels creates a rhythmic, flowing pronunciation. The name's connection to sunrise symbolically represents new beginnings, hope, and illumination. For families with Turkish heritage, it might also serve as a meaningful cultural connection.

A handful of baby girls were named Poem in the US in the most recent year, along with Poet and Poetry. But of course, these word names can work for boys too.

Briefly cool in the 1950s, but now gone the way of Ricki and Nikki. More contemporary: Mikie or Mikey.

With its rich aural relation to names like Aubrey and Audrey, this color name could be the next Amber, or Scarlett.

Mura is a feminine name with diverse cultural origins. In Japanese, it can mean 'village' or derive from elements meaning 'gathering' and 'affection.' In Irish Gaelic, Mura relates to the name of a 7th-century saint, while in Hungarian, it refers to a river. The name also appears in Slavic regions with various meanings. This cross-cultural presence gives Mura a global appeal while maintaining a simple, melodic quality that transcends linguistic boundaries. The name is characterized by its brevity and musical flow, with just two syllables that are easy to pronounce in multiple languages. Though relatively uncommon in English-speaking countries, Mura offers a distinctive choice for parents seeking a short, meaningful name with international connections and a gentle, feminine sound.

The name of several early saints, including one, Pelagia the Penitent, a beautiful and licentious dancing girl who repented, then, disguised as a man, spent the rest of her life living alone in a cave on the Mount of Olives. Because of her early vocation, she is the patron saint of actresses.

A 3rd century saint's name sometimes used in Catholic communities, and in Western European countries like Portugal and Italy.

An elaboration of the word and nature name Bluebell or a combination of the names Blue and Belle, giving the meaning "beautiful blue" or "blue and beautiful". While Bluebell is the more popular spelling, Bluebelle is given to around 20 girls in the UK each year, but none in the US.