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Emmette is a feminine variation of Emmett, which derives from the Hebrew name 'truth' or from the Old German 'ermen' meaning 'whole' or 'universal.' This feminized version maintains the strength of…
Italian, feminine form of Enrico
Novel way to honor Grandpa Henry.
Femeninization of Ernest, English from German
"serious, resolute"
One time joke name, à la Lily Tomlin's bossy telephone operator, Ernestine is ready for a possible reevaluation, like cousins Josephine and Clementine.
Greek
"fruitful"
Eustacia, the ancestor of mid-century fave Stacy, is just the kind of fusty old relic that might be polished up for modern use. Eustacia Vye is the central character of Thomas Hardy's The Return of…
Spanish
"happy, lucky"
The futuristic consonant x sets this apart -- for better and worse -- from all the other Felices, Felicias, and Felicitys.
Feminine variation of Frederick, English from German
"peaceful ruler"
Frederica is an interesting possibility for the parent unintimidated by its old-fashioned formality, and who can appreciate the vintage charm and verve lurking beneath its stuffiness. The name…
Swedish
"staff of the gods"
Imposing, if not intimidating.
Hebrew, feminine variation of Jacob
Now that Jacob has been the top boys' name for several years, this may come to the fore, the way Michaela did after Michael's long reign at Number One. For now, it's one of the more unusual girl…
Feminine variation of James
"supplanter"
More grown up than Jamie, but never given to more than 13 baby girls in the US per year (and that back in 1968). Modern parents prefer Jamie, Jameson or even James itself, as Blake and Ryan Reynolds…
Feminine variation of Joseph, Hebrew
"Jehovah increases"
Josepha is less heard in this country than in other parts of the world, seen as a slightly awkward feminization a la Ricarda and Benjamina. In the U.S., Josephine or Joanna is the more usual feminine…
Scottish, feminine form of Keith
"wood"
This Scottish name for girls has been sued since the 19th Century as a feminine given name, and has a surprisingly feminine sound for a feminization.
Kevina is a feminine form of Kevin, which derives from the Irish name Caoimhín, meaning "handsome birth" or "gentle birth." The name combines the original masculine name with the feminine suffix…
Scottish, feminine form of Lachlan
Unlike Lachlan, this Scottish name for girls is likely to be mispronounced. Is that...LaChina?
Leonarda is a feminine name derived from Leonard, which has Germanic origins meaning 'brave lion' (from 'leon' meaning lion and 'hard' meaning brave or hardy). It's the feminine equivalent of…
French feminine version of Leopold
"brave people"
A sophisticated girls' name for those attracted to Leona, Leonie and Leonore.
Marca is a feminine name with multiple cultural connections. In Romance languages, it could be related to the Latin "Marcus" (dedicated to Mars, the Roman god of war), serving as a feminine…
Spanish, feminine variation of Miguel
If you're looking for an unusual Michaela alternative, try this Spanish route.
Nathanielle is an elegant feminine variant of the biblical male name Nathaniel, which means 'gift of God.' This elaborated feminine form maintains the spiritual significance of its origin while…
Nolana is a feminine name with Latin origins, derived from 'nolanus' meaning 'from Nola,' referring to an ancient city near Naples, Italy. The name also has connections to the botanical world, as…
Owena is a feminine name of Welsh origin, derived from Owen (meaning 'young warrior' or 'well-born'). This gentle adaptation transforms the masculine classic into a melodic feminine form while…
