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  1. Tierney

    • Origin:

      Irish

    • Meaning:

      "descendent of a lord"

    • Description:

      An uncommon Irish-accented surname that seems particularly well suited to a girl. Tierney Sutton is a well-known jazz singer. Tierney, in its original Tiarnach form, was the name of several saints. It can also join the ranks of Old Hollywood names, via the haunting actress Gene Tierney. ER actress Maura Tierney is a current surname bearer.
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    • Violet

      • Origin:

        English from Latin

      • Meaning:

        "purple"

      • Description:

        Violet is soft and sweet, yet with a vivacious edge. Today, Violet is the top flower name for girls, outranking Lily and Iris in the Top 100, and the second most popular color name for girls after Scarlett.
    • Vivian

      • Origin:

        Latin

      • Meaning:

        "life"

      • Description:

        Vivian, once an elderly lady name, is on the rise, along with all forms of girl names that mean life — from Zoe to Eva to those who share the vivid Viv syllable. It was one of the fastest-rising names of 2024, vaulting into the Top 100 in 2023.
    • Vivica

      • Origin:

        Spelling variation of Viveca

      • Description:

        The attractive actress Vivica A. Fox has done a lot to add this version of the name into the mix.
    • Whitney

      • Origin:

        English surname

      • Meaning:

        "white island"

      • Description:

        Yesterday's sensation that rose with the popularity of Whitney Houston. Whitney may have lost some of its style value, but it still sounds like one of the quintessential English names for girls. Today, you might want to shorten it to cool nickname Whit.
    • Willow

      • Origin:

        English nature name

      • Meaning:

        "willow tree"

      • Description:

        An ancient tree that figures in literature from Shakespeare to Harry Potter and is believed to possess magical powers, Willow is a lovely name, as graceful as its inspiration.
    • Winter

      • Origin:

        Word name

      • Description:

        Fresher, brisker and, yes, cooler than Summer or Autumn or Spring, Winter is now a full-fledged female choice, especially since Nicole Richie and Joel Madden used it for daughter Harlow's middle name, and Gretchen Mol picked it as her daughter's first, as did media mogul Sean Parker. Winter continues to be the preferred spelling and has risen in popularity significantly over the past few years.
    • Wren

      • Origin:

        English

      • Meaning:

        "small bird"

      • Description:

        Wren, a lilting songbird name, could be the next Robin. Wren entered the Top 1000 for the first time in 2012 and is among the new wave of popular English names for girls.
    • Xenia

      • Origin:

        Greek

      • Meaning:

        "hospitable, welcoming, guest"

      • Description:

        The name of a Christian saint and a city in Ohio, Xenia is one of the more accessible and intriguing x names. It is the name of one of the Bond Girls--played by Famke Janssen in the film "GoldenEye."
    • Zara

      • Origin:

        Hebrew and Arabic

      • Meaning:

        "blooming flower; God remembers"

      • Description:

        Zara has multiple origins, but most notably is a variation of Zahrah, a name derived from the Arabic zahrah, meaning "blooming flower." Zara can also be a diminutive of the Bulgarian name Zaharina, a feminine form of the Hebrew Zechariah. Today, Zara is heavily associated with the Spanish fast-fashion empire of the same name.
    • Zenia

      • Description:

        Zenia is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may derive from the Greek name Xenia, meaning "hospitality" or "foreign," reflecting the ancient Greek concept of welcoming strangers. Alternatively, it could be connected to Zena, a Slavic diminutive of names like Zenobia, meaning "life of Zeus." In some cultures, it's associated with the zinnia flower. With its exotic Z beginning and flowing sound, Zenia projects an image of uncommon beauty and strength. The name has appeared across various cultures, from Eastern Europe to Latin America, giving it international appeal. Zenia's relative rarity combined with its accessible pronunciation makes it an intriguing choice for parents seeking something distinctive yet melodic with cross-cultural resonance.
    • Zenya

      • Description:

        Zenya is a contemporary feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a variant of Xenia, which derives from Greek meaning "hospitality" or "foreign," or it could be related to the Russian diminutive Zhenya (from Eugenia/Evgenia). In Japanese contexts, Zenya could be an alternative romanization of various kanji combinations. The name has a modern, international appeal with its distinctive 'Z' beginning and melodic ending. While not widely common in any single culture, Zenya has gained modest recognition globally in recent decades as parents seek unique names with cross-cultural flexibility. Its exotic sound and relatively rare usage make it appealing to those wanting a distinctive name that's still relatively easy to pronounce in multiple languages. The name's freshness and contemporary feel have contributed to its gradual increase in popularity, particularly among parents seeking uncommon yet accessible names.

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