Oregon Trail era names but for girls

Mercey

Mercey is a feminine name that appears to be a variant spelling of Mercy, derived from the English word meaning 'compassion' or 'forgiveness.' This alternative spelling gives the traditional virtue…

Narcissa

Greek

"daffodil"

This Greek flower and mythological choice doesn't make it into the pantheon of possibilities because of its association with narcissism. But narcissa is December's flower of the month, so Narcissa…

Narcisse

Narcisse is a refined feminine name with French origins, derived from the Greek word 'narkissos,' referring to the narcissus flower. In Greek mythology, Narcissus was a hunter known for his beauty…

Obedience

Virtue name

It may have been used by the Puritans, but any modern child would chafe under this name.

Odile

French variation of German Otthild

"prospers in battle"

Odette's evil Swan Lake twin -- gives the name a sinuous, sensuous appeal. It was a popular choice in France in the 20th century and made the Top 40 back in 1952, however, it has since fallen out of…

Orilla

Orilla is a feminine name with Latin origins, derived from 'ora' meaning 'coast' or 'shore.' This uncommon name evokes imagery of peaceful coastal landscapes and ocean borders. While never reaching…

Orinthia

Latin

"to excite, to stir the mind"

A pretty, feminissima name, more distinctive than Cynthia. George Bernard Shaw used it for a character in his play The Apple Cart, about which it is said 'Orinthia is a name full of magic for me.'

Orpha

Variation of Orpah, Hebrew

"fawn"

Orpha, with its Biblical roots and its animal meaning, was once a fairly popular name, but fell from sight around the time of the Second World War, along with so many other Old School Names. And its…

Parthena

Parthena is a distinctive feminine name derived from Greek mythology, specifically connected to Parthenos ('virgin'), an epithet of the goddess Athena. The name directly relates to the Parthenon, the…