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Ottavia
Italian, variation of Latin Octavia
"eight"
Softer and more romantic than Octavia, this is a name once used when it wasn't uncommon for families to have eight children. A possible substitute for the epidemically popular Olivia.
Asante
Ashanti, Akan, Twi
"African ethnic group; warlike"
Although Ashanti is a much better known name via the female hip-hop singer, Asante is also an appealing way to honor Asante or Ashanti heritage. It's the name of a people and language based in Ghana.
Heywood
Heywood is a masculine name of English origin, derived from a surname referring to 'the enclosed forest' or 'fenced wood' in Old English. As a given name, Heywood emerged from the English tradition…
Sheenah
Sheenah is a feminine name with several possible origins. It may be a variant spelling of Sheena, which derives from the Scottish Gaelic name Sìne (a form of Jane or Joan) meaning 'God is gracious.'…
Kristie
Kristie is a feminine name primarily used in English-speaking countries as a diminutive or variant of Christine, Christina, or Kristen. Derived from the Latin 'Christiana,' it ultimately traces back…
Mariette
French diminutive of Marie
"drop of the sea, bitter, or beloved"
A less-popular alternative to Juliette, perhaps – although it feels rather more dated. The meaning of Marie is uncertain, but theories include "drop of the sea" (from Hebrew roots mar "drop" and yam…
Reena
Reena is a feminine name with multicultural origins and meanings. In Indian traditions, particularly Hindi, it means 'precious jewel' or 'gem,' while it can also be considered a diminutive of names…
Modesto
Amairani
Amairani is a beautiful feminine name with Nahuatl (Aztec) origins. It means 'rainbow' or 'one who walks in beauty,' symbolizing hope and colorful promise. The name has gained popularity particularly…
Anelynn
Analine
Angeli
Angeli is a feminine name with Italian and Greek roots, derived from 'angelo,' meaning 'angel' or 'messenger.' In Greek, 'angelos' referred to a divine messenger, later adopted into Christian…
Selia
Selia is a feminine name with multiple possible origins, creating a rich tapestry of meanings. It may be a variant of Celia, which derives from the Roman family name Caelius, meaning "heaven" or…
Serina
Serina is a feminine name with multiple potential origins. It may be a variant of Serena, derived from the Latin word "serenus" meaning "clear, tranquil, or serene." Alternatively, it could be…
Mirielle
Mirielle is a feminine name of French origin, a variant spelling of Mireille, which derives from the Occitan name Mireio, made famous by Frédéric Mistral's poem of the same name. The name is thought…
Myrka
Fany
Odalis
French, Spanish
"chambermaid, concubine; wealth, fortune"
Also appearing as Odalys, this name has two possible origins, one more favorable perhaps than the other. Used predominantly in Spanish speaking countries, and in the US, Odalis may come from the…
Wyneth
Natividad
Spanish from Latin
"nativity"
Traditionally given to girls born on the September birth date of the Virgin Mary.