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Samantha Alternatives

octaviakomskaikru
By octaviakomskaikru
Updated Mon May 22 2023
Samantha although a gorgeous name, is fading in popularity and soon to be outdated. These names have potential to be great alternatives to the super popular name.
  1. Alethea

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "truth"

    • Description:

      Alethea, the name of the Greek goddess of truth, came into fashion in England in the 16th century, in tandem with the virtue names. Alethea may find new favor now as one of the goddess names stylish for baby girls.
  2. Alexandra

    • Origin:

      Greek, feminine form of Alexander

    • Meaning:

      "defending men"

    • Description:

      Alexandra fell out of the Top 100 for the first time since 1983 in 2015 but is still a popular choice. Strong, tasteful, and elegant, Alexandra remains a chic modern classic with a solid historic pedigree.
  3. Althea

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "with healing power"

    • Description:

      Althea is a poetic, almost ethereal name found in Greek myth and pastoral poetry, associated in modern times with the great tennis player Althea Gibson, the first African-American to win at Wimbledon.
  4. Amarantha

    • Origin:

      Flower name; Greek

    • Meaning:

      "unfading"

    • Description:

      Amarantha is a rare botanical name whose mythical equivalent was believed to be immortal. The Italian and Spanish form is the somewhat-more-acccessible Amaranta.
  5. Anthea

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "flowery"

    • Description:

      This unjustly neglected floral name has a BBC accent and a Greek mythological heritage: Anthea is an epithet of Hera, the Greek queen of the gods, and her name has been used as poetic symbol of spring.
  6. Calantha

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "lovely flower"

    • Description:

      Another of the new Greek-accented Cal- names.
  7. Cassandra

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "shining or excelling man"

    • Description:

      The name of the tragic mythological Trojan princess who was given the gift of prophecy by Apollo, but was condemned never to be believed, Cassandra has been used for striking characters in movies and soap operas. Ethereal and delicate, Cassandra was in the Top 70 throughout the 1990s but is now descending in popularity.
  8. Chrisantha

    • Description:

      Chrisantha is a feminine name combining Greek elements: 'chris' meaning 'golden' or 'anointed' (from Christos) and 'anthos' meaning 'flower.' This elegant combination creates a name suggesting 'golden flower' or 'consecrated blossom.' While relatively uncommon in Western naming statistics, Chrisantha has occasional usage in Greek communities and among families seeking distinctive yet melodious names. It offers friendly nicknames like Chris, Chrisa, or Antha. The name carries subtle religious undertones through its connection to 'Christ' while maintaining broader appeal through its floral associations. Chrisantha balances classical Greek etymology with a flowing, feminine quality that feels both timeless and distinctive in contemporary contexts.

  9. Cynthia

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "moon goddess or, woman from Kynthos"

    • Description:

      Cynthia is an attractive name -- in classical mythology an epithet for Artemis or Diana -- that was so overexposed in the middle of the twentieth century, along with its nickname Cindy, that it fell into a period of benign neglect, but now is ripe for reconsideration in its full form.
  10. Chrysantha
    • Diantha

      • Origin:

        Greek

      • Meaning:

        "divine flower"

      • Description:

        Diantha, a mythological flower of the supreme Greek god Zeus, is a melodious and more unusual cousin of Diana, heard most often in The Netherlands.
    • Evanthe

      • Origin:

        Greek

      • Meaning:

        "fair flower"

      • Description:

        Evanthe is a pretty Greek name not often heard outside its native culture. With its stylish Ev-begining, Evanthe could make an interesting choice if you're looking for a generic flower name.
    • Iantha

      • Description:

        Iantha is a rare feminine name with ancient Greek origins. Derived from the Greek elements 'ion' (violet flower) and 'anthos' (flower), the name means 'violet flower' or 'purple bloom.' In Greek mythology, Iantha was a maiden loved by Iphis. This name combines exotic appeal with a classical heritage, offering a distinctive choice with historical depth. Though never widely used, Iantha enjoyed minor popularity during the Victorian era when exotic flower names were fashionable. The name has a lyrical, flowing quality with its soft 'th' sound and melodic ending. Its rarity gives it a special quality while still being pronounceable. Iantha may appeal to parents drawn to botanical names with mythological connections and an ethereal quality.

    • Iolantha

      • Description:

        Iolantha is an elegant feminine name with Greek origins, derived from the elements 'ion' meaning 'violet flower' and 'anthos' meaning 'flower,' essentially translating to 'violet flower' or 'purple flower.' This lyrical name is a variant of Yolanda or Iolanthe, the latter made famous by Gilbert and Sullivan's comic opera of the same name. Iolantha possesses a distinctly romantic, almost fairy-tale quality with its flowing syllables and classical roots. While never common in English-speaking countries, the name has occasional usage in Greece, Russia, and parts of Eastern Europe. In Russian tradition, Iolantha appears in Tchaikovsky's opera of the same name about a blind princess. The name evokes associations with natural beauty, delicacy, and a certain old-world charm that appeals to parents seeking something both unusual and classically rooted.

    • Iolanthe

      • Origin:

        Greek

      • Meaning:

        "violet flower"

      • Description:

        Iolanthe is known primarily through the 1882 Gilbert & Sullivan operetta of that name, in which the title character is a fairy. Iolanthe is a softer version of Yolanda, and is the kind of multi-syllabic classical name once considered too weighty for a modern baby girl, but now within the realm of possibility--this one as a dramatic twist on Violet. The biggest drawback is its variety of legitimate pronunciations in English.
    • Martha

      • Origin:

        Aramaic

      • Meaning:

        "lady"

      • Description:

        The name of our first First Lady still has something of a prim and proper image, academic and efficient. That quiet, traditional, and tasteful gestalt is exactly what makes Martha appealing to some parents today.
    • Melantha

      • Origin:

        Greek

      • Meaning:

        "dark flower"

      • Description:

        The th sound both softens and complicates this Melanie relative.
    • Robertha

      • Description:

        Robertha is a feminine name derived from the masculine Robert, which comes from the Germanic elements 'hrod' (fame) and 'beraht' (bright), meaning 'bright fame' or 'famous brilliance.' This feminine adaptation adds the softer ending -ha to create a distinctly female version while maintaining the strong roots of its origin. Robertha offers a formal alternative to the more common Roberta, with both serving as feminine counterparts to Robert. The name peaked in popularity in the early 20th century but has since become relatively uncommon, giving it a vintage, distinguished quality. Robertha carries associations of strength, intelligence, and dignity. Those bearing this name might appreciate its classic heritage combined with its relative uniqueness in contemporary settings.

    • Samaiya

      • Description:

        Samaiya is a feminine name with roots in Arabic and Hebrew languages. In Arabic, it relates to 'samā', meaning 'sky' or 'heaven,' giving the name celestial associations. Some interpretations connect it to meanings like 'elevated' or 'exalted.' This melodic name has gained modest popularity in diverse communities, particularly among Muslim and Jewish families. Samaiya offers a distinctive alternative to more common names like Samantha or Maya while carrying spiritual significance. The name's flowing syllables and exotic feel appeal to parents seeking something unique yet meaningful. While not among the most popular names, Samaiya has seen increased usage in multicultural communities across North America and Europe in recent decades.
    • Samara

      • Origin:

        Hebrew, Arabic

      • Meaning:

        "under God's rule, companion in night conversation"

      • Description:

        Alluring and lovely — and much more distinctive now than Samantha or Tamara. Samara is a city in western Russia, a winged seed like the whirlygigs that fall from maple trees, as well as a bona fide first name that could make a more unusual update on Samantha or Mara. It can also be a variant spelling of the Arabic name Samira or Sameera.