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Girl Names I Love That Hubby Wouldn't

  1. Christiana

    • Origin:

      Feminine variation of Christian

    • Meaning:

      "follower of Christ"

    • Description:

      Not cutting edge, but still graceful and feminine.
  2. Claire

    • Origin:

      French form of Clara

    • Meaning:

      "bright, clear"

    • Description:

      Claire, luminous, simple, and strong, is one of those special names that is familiar yet distinctive, feminine but not frilly, combining historical depth with a modern edge. And though Claire is enjoying revived popularity, it will never be seen as trendy. Claire is also a great middle name choice.
  3. Connolly

    • Origin:

      Irish

    • Meaning:

      "love, friendship"

    • Description:

      Energetic Connelly variation that works better for girls than for boys.
  4. Cora

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "maiden"

    • Description:

      Cora is a lovely, old-fashioned girls' that has been recently rejuvenated by its contemporary-feeling simplicity. In fact, Cora seemed headed straight for the top of the popularity list when the coronavirus pandemic somewhat weakened its appeal.
  5. Coralee

    • Description:

      Coralee is a charming feminine name that combines the name Cora with the popular suffix 'lee.' Cora has Latin origins meaning 'maiden' or Greek roots meaning 'heart,' while the suffix adds a southern, melodic quality. This combination creates a sweet, slightly vintage feel reminiscent of American southern charm. Coralee evokes images of warmth and femininity, with connections to both the heart (cor in Latin) and coral from the sea. While never extremely common, the name saw modest usage in the early 20th century and has experienced a small revival along with other vintage names. It appeals to parents who appreciate names with a touch of nostalgia and sweetness, offering the appealing nickname options of Cora or Lee.
  6. Cosette

    • Origin:

      French literary nickname

    • Meaning:

      "little thing"

    • Description:

      Cosette is best known as the heroine of Les Miserables. In the Victor Hugo novel, Cosette was the nickname given to the girl named Euphrasie by her mother. Although Hugo invented the name, some etymologists believe it's a spin on Colette, originally a female short form of Nicolas.
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        • Danika

          • Origin:

            Eastern European

          • Meaning:

            "morning star"

          • Description:

            Spelling variation of Danica with a modern update.
        • Elea

          • Description:

            Elea is a delicate feminine name with multiple origin possibilities. It may be derived from the Greek name Eleos, meaning "compassion," or could be a variation of Eliana, meaning "my God has answered." Some consider it a shortened form of Eleanor, which has Germanic origins meaning "bright, shining one." With its soft sound and brevity, Elea has an ethereal, graceful quality. The name remains relatively uncommon, giving it a distinctive appeal for parents seeking something unique yet accessible. Its popularity has seen slight increases in European countries, particularly France and Italy, though it remains a rare choice in English-speaking nations, making it perfect for parents wanting an uncommon yet melodious name.

        • Elia

          • Origin:

            Italian variation of Elijah, Hebrew

          • Meaning:

            "Jehovah is God"

          • Description:

            Though the most famous Elia, screenwriter Kazan, was male, this name sounds like a spin on many popular girls' names, from Ella to Ellie to Isla and Leah. While the Italian pronunciation has the middle syllable as LEE, making it closer to the original Elijah would give the middle syllable a long I sound -- eh-LYE-ah.
        • Eliana

          • Origin:

            Hebrew

          • Meaning:

            "my God has answered"

          • Description:

            Eliana is a lilting, rhythmic choice, which has caught on in the US and other English-speaking countries. Currently popular in the UK, The Netherlands, Canada, and Brazil, it also makes the US Top 50 -- and the Top 10 if you count all spellings.
        • Elianna

          • Origin:

            Variation of Eliana, Hebrew, Latin

          • Meaning:

            "my God has answered; sun"

          • Description:

            Eliana and her spelling variations are multicultural favorites that have been rising across the English-speaking world since the turn of the 21st century. Popular in Netherlands, the UK, Canada, France, and Brazil, Eliana and sisters come with in-built nicknames Ellie, Elle and Ana which makes them versatile and appealing
        • Eline

          • Description:

            Eline is a delicate feminine name with multiple potential origins. In the Scandinavian tradition, it functions as a variant of Helena or Ellen, while in French contexts, it may be considered a form of Aline. The name carries a gentle, refined quality with its soft sounds and simple structure. Eline is more common in Northern European countries, particularly the Netherlands, Belgium, and Norway, where it maintains steady popularity. The name's international versatility makes it appealing for multicultural families, as it translates well across language boundaries while remaining distinctive. With its elegant simplicity, Eline balances uniqueness with accessibility.
        • Eliza

          • Origin:

            Hebrew

          • Meaning:

            "pledged to God"

          • Description:

            Eliza is a name with a wonderful combination of streamlined zest and Eliza Doolittle charm and spunk. It's a classic that's popular right now -- but not too popular.
        • Ellia

          • Origin:

            Elaboration of Ella

          • Description:

            Ellia is one of the newer entries in the extremely popular El group of names for girls, which includes Ella, Ellie, Elle and so on, as well as L-starting names such as Lillia. Nearly 100 baby girls were named Ellia last year, but we're afraid that the name will not sound as distinctive as it should due to so many other girls with similar names.
        • Elodie

          • Origin:

            French, variation of Alodia, German

          • Meaning:

            "foreign riches"

          • Description:

            The lyrical and melodious Elodie, a Nameberry favorite, is starting to rise through the US popularity charts for the first time since the 1880s. This once uncommon member of the El- family is a Top 100 name in the UK, Canada, and New Zealand, while in the US, it was one of the fasted rising names of 2024 and now sits in the Top 400.
        • Eloise

          • Origin:

            French and English variation of Heloise

          • Meaning:

            "healthy; wide"

          • Description:

            Well balanced between sleek, sweet, strong, and vintage, newly chic Eloise re-entered the US Top 1000 in 2009, following a 50-year absence. In 2022, it broke into the Top 100 in the US and across the pond in the UK. Given to nearly 3000 babies each year, Eloise is showing no sign of stepping out of the spotlight.
        • Elsie

          • Origin:

            Diminutive of Elizabeth via its Scottish variation, Elspeth

          • Meaning:

            "pledged to God"

          • Description:

            Elsie is a sweet vintage nickname-name turned modern star. After a 30-year hiatus, Elsie started climbing the US popularity list 20 years ago and is still headed for the top.