Cool Underused Names for Girls

Uma is a sweet, strong name for a Hindu goddess... and a Hollywood one. But as popular as Uma Thurman is, other parents have not yet picked up on her name, making it a rarity.

This name of the major Maltese city takes on an air of attractiveness via model Amber Valletta, making it an appealing alternative to the overexposed Valerie and Vanessa.

Venisa is a delicate feminine name with uncertain etymology, though it may be a variant of Venice, the beautiful Italian city of canals, or possibly a variation of Venus, the Roman goddess of love and beauty. The name has a melodic, romantic quality with its soft sounds and flowing rhythm. Venisa remains quite rare in usage, never having appeared in the top 1000 names in the United States. Its uniqueness makes it appealing to parents seeking an uncommon yet feminine-sounding name with subtle European flair. The name carries connotations of beauty, elegance and romance, influenced by its possible connections to Venice or Venus.

Made famous by the iconic and macabre character Wednesday Addams, this name has the spooky and Halloween-inspired feel that some parents might be looking for. The character has appeared in various adaptations of The Addams Family over the years, but the 2022 television series starring Jenna Ortega has given the name an unexpected boost in popularity.

Wendeline is a feminine name that serves as an elaborate form of Wendy or a feminine version of Wendell. The name has Germanic roots, likely connected to the elements 'wand' meaning 'to wander' and 'lin' being a diminutive suffix. Some might also connect it to Wendel, referring to the Vandals, a Germanic tribe. Though rare in modern usage, Wendeline has a graceful, old-world quality with its flowing syllables and elegant ending. The name gained minor recognition through Saint Wendelin, a Germanic hermit and abbot, though the feminine form has less historical documentation. Potential nicknames include Wendy, Lina, or Dell. The name appeals to parents drawn to vintage-sounding names with German or European heritage, offering familiarity through its connection to Wendy while remaining distinctively uncommon.

This name of the first recorded dynasty of ancient China is short and simple enough to make a possible Asian-American alternative to Mia and Tia. British-Filipino child star Xia Vigor has invigorated the name in the Philippines.

One of many distinctive names in the show and book series Midnight, Texas by Charlaine Harris -- and one of very few girl's names that start with the letter X.

Attractive Middle Eastern choice used in a variety of spellings.

Simple but sultry.