Anne of Green Gables Names

This is a streamlined spelling of the biblical Hephzibah. Hephzibah is an Old Testament name that came into use in the 17th century, but is not often used today. It does have less formal nicknames Eppie and Hepsie, which seem revivable. Hephzibah "Eppie" Cass/Marner is the heroine of George Eliot's novel Silas Marner and Hepzibah Smith is a witch in the Harry Potter series.

The first syllable of Laura in Italian rhymes with now, so Lauretta does not really sound like the decidedly midcentury Loretta thought most English speakers will pronounce it that way. Still, this Italian names for girls feels more closely related to the classic beauty Laura and somehow more charming and unusual.

Gertie has a certain homespun charm, summoning to mind butter-yellow braids and denim overalls, summoning mind the adorable character played by little Drew Barrymore in E.T. Is the world ready for the return of Gertie and Gertrude? Maybe?

Rob has claimed Bob's turf.

Prissie is a diminutive or affectionate form of Priscilla, which has Latin origins meaning "ancient" or "venerable." This charming nickname-style name carries a vintage, delicate quality that evokes the Victorian era. While not commonly used as a formal given name, Prissie appears occasionally as a pet name for Priscillas or occasionally stands on its own. The name peaked in popularity in the early 20th century and has since become quite rare. Prissie brings to mind a spirited, feminine personality with a touch of old-fashioned charm. The name has occasionally appeared in literature and media, often for characters with a quaint or proper demeanor.