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Lopes da Silva (female names, Part 5 of 12)

TheGoldenHeart
By TheGoldenHeart
Updated Thu Jan 01 1970
  1. Adena

    • Description:

      Adena is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins and meanings. In Hebrew, it means 'delicate' or 'slender,' while it can also be connected to an ancient Native American culture called the Adena who lived in the Ohio Valley. In Germanic usage, it may derive from Adina, meaning 'noble' or 'gentle.' The name has a graceful, melodic quality with its soft consonants and flowing vowel sounds. While never extremely common, Adena has maintained consistent if modest usage throughout the decades, appreciated for its subtle elegance and cross-cultural appeal. The name strikes a balance between familiarity and distinctiveness—recognizable but not overused. Its varied etymological roots offer multiple layers of meaning, allowing the name to carry different significant associations depending on cultural context.

  2. Amidala

    • Origin:

      Italian

    • Meaning:

      "beautiful flower"

    • Description:

      An attractive enough name, but for die-hard Star Wars fans only.
  3. Amira

    • Origin:

      Hebrew, Arabic

    • Meaning:

      "princess"

    • Description:

      This shimmery name, often given to girls born on the harvest feast of Shavuot, and also used in the Muslim community, is increasing in popularity. Amira is of Hebrew and Arabic origin, meaning "princess", and fits in well with a variety of trending names like Amara, Amaya, and Mira. Amira is in the Top 100 in several countries, including Germany, Netherlands, Spain, Belgium, Switzerland, and Hungary. In the US, Amira entered the Top 1000 in 1998 and has been rising since, now in the Top 250. Overall Amira is a gorgeous multicultural choice.
  4. Andrine

    • Description:

      Andrine is a feminine name of Norwegian and Scandinavian origin, derived from the Greek name Andreas, meaning "manly" or "brave." It is a feminine form of André or Andrew. In Norway, the name has been in use since the 19th century and experienced moderate popularity during the late 20th century. Andrine has a distinctive, melodic sound that combines traditional roots with a modern feel. While primarily used in Scandinavian countries, particularly Norway and Denmark, it remains relatively uncommon in other parts of the world, giving it an exotic appeal internationally. The name has a gentle strength that balances femininity with resilience.
  5. Aubree

    • Origin:

      Spelling variation of Aubrey

    • Meaning:

      "elf ruler"

    • Description:

      Aubree and its big sister name Aubrey are both very widely used names, and if taken together would be among the most popular girl names. The Aubree spelling came into the limelight on the show Teen Mom 2.
  6. Audrina

    • Origin:

      Variation of Audrey

    • Meaning:

      "noble strength"

    • Description:

      Audrina is a name that owes its fame to overnight reality TV sensation Audrina Partridge, one of the original cast of the MTV reality series The Hills.
  7. Ardiana
    • Artemia
      • Avelina
        • Brooke

          • Origin:

            English

          • Meaning:

            "small stream"

          • Description:

            Brooke has long projected an aura of sleek sophistication, and can also be seen as a stylish water name.
        • Brynn

          • Origin:

            Spelling variation of Bryn, Welsh

          • Meaning:

            "hill"

          • Description:

            Brynn outshines the original Welsh Bryn in the popularity stakes. This simple, brisk name might be seen as a combination of Bree and Lynn, an androgynous-sounding choice that especially in this spelling is not truly unisex: Brynn, for boys, is not even in the Top 1000.
        • Bathilda
          • Carlee

            • Origin:

              Spelling variation of Carly

            • Description:

              Carly and company have had a good run, fueled by Nickelodeon's popular series iCarly, as well as Canadian pop singer Carly Rae Jepsen.
          • Carole

            • Description:

              Carole is a feminine name of French origin, derived from the masculine name Charles, ultimately from Germanic roots meaning 'free man' or 'strong.' Popularized in English-speaking countries during the mid-20th century, Carole reached its peak popularity in the 1940s and 1950s, boosted by celebrities like Carole Lombard. The spelling with an 'e' ending gives it a distinctly French flair compared to the variant Carol. Though less common for newborns today, Carole retains a classic, elegant image. The name carries musical associations through the tradition of Christmas carols and gained recognition through famous bearers like singer-songwriter Carole King. Its timeless quality balances tradition with a warm, approachable character.

          • Caroline

            • Origin:

              French, feminine variation of Charles

            • Meaning:

              "free man"

            • Description:

              Caroline is a perennial classic, one of the elite group of girls' names that's ALWAYS ranked among the Top 1000 and that's been in the Top 100 since 1994. Elegant yet strong, Caroline calls to mind the Kennedy Camelot years and Princess Caroline of Monaco.
          • Carolyn

            • Origin:

              Variation of Caroline

            • Meaning:

              "free man"

            • Description:

              The phonetic Carolyn spelling, which was very popular from the 1920s to the '60s, has been steadily on the wane while Caroline herself has stayed strong.
          • Cassie

            • Origin:

              Diminutive of Cassandra

            • Meaning:

              "prophetess"

            • Description:

              Though not much in use, still retains a cozy Little House on the Prairie-type pioneer feel.
          • Cathy

            • Origin:

              Diminutive of Catherine

            • Meaning:

              "pure"

            • Description:

              One of the most popular nicknames of the fifties and sixties -- and who could forget the romantic heroine of "Wuthering Heights"? -- now largely ignored in favor of Cate or Kate.
          • Cheri

            • Description:

              Cheri is a feminine name with French origins, derived from the French word 'chérie,' meaning 'darling' or 'beloved.' It emerged as a standalone name in the mid-20th century, particularly gaining popularity in the United States during the 1950s and 1960s. Cheri has a sweet, affectionate quality that reflects its meaning, making it an endearing choice for a daughter. While its popularity has declined since its peak, giving it a somewhat retro feel today, the name maintains appeal for its simplicity and warm connotations. Cheri's French connection gives it a touch of sophistication, while its straightforward pronunciation makes it accessible across cultures. The name can also be spelled Sheri or Sherrie in variant forms.

          • Coralie

            • Origin:

              French from Latin

            • Meaning:

              "coral"

            • Description:

              Coralie is a French name not often heard here, though she's gaining some recognition via Neil Gaiman's similar sounding spooky and lovely children's book, Coraline. Other literary appearances: Coralie is the stage name of an actress in Balzac's Lost Illusions, and a French girl in an 1850 Thackeray novel.

              Coralie is currently very popular in French-speaking Quebec, and there is a contemporary French singer named Coralie Clement.