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Diminutive of Edward et al
"wealthy"
The most minimalist of names, Ed is decidedly out -- though that usually means it's due to swing back in. More stylish these days: Ned or even Ted.
Diminutive of Frances
"from France or free man"
This short form has been pretty much replaced by Frankie, however, it could fit in with other clunky but charming names, like Peggy, Bess, and Enid.
Jacqui is a feminine name primarily used as a diminutive or nickname form of Jacqueline, which itself is the feminine version of Jacques, the French form of James. Ultimately deriving from the Hebrew…
Katey is a feminine name functioning primarily as a diminutive or variant spelling of Katherine/Catherine. This friendly, approachable variation maintains the charm of the original while creating a…
Krysten is a feminine name that is a variant of Kristen or Kirsten, which are derived from the Latin name Christina, meaning 'follower of Christ.' This contemporary spelling emerged in the late 20th…
Slovak, Macedonian
"brown-haired"
Morena is the goddess of seasonal rites and rebirth worshipped in Central Europe.
Morey is a masculine name with multiple origins. Primarily considered a variation of Maurice, it derives from Roman roots meaning "dark-skinned" or "Moorish." It can also be connected to the Irish…
Irish variation of Sean or Shannon
As a boy's name, Shane is related more directly to the 50s movie cowboy and the Irish name Sean; for a girl, it might be a variation on Shannon, Shana, or Shawn. Parenthood star Erika Christensen…
Sherilyn is a feminine name that emerged in the mid-20th century as a variation of Sheryl or Cheryl. These names ultimately derive from the French name Chérie, meaning "beloved" or "darling,"…
Variation of Sukey, pet form of Susanna
"lily"
This spelling seems to be taking off as a result of media appearances as characters in first "Gilmore Girls" and then as Sookie Stackhouse, the Anna Paquin character in "True Blood," based on "The…
