Something Amiss OCs

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.

After decades of disuse, soft and feminine Evelyn has returned to the baby name stage in a huge way. It reached the Top 10 for the first time in 2017. Evelyn has now surpassed its former heights, joining a legion of contemporary little Evas, Avas, Eves, Evies, and Evelines.

Straightforward single-syllable name, though children named Lyle may get tired of hearing "Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile". Lyle was at the height of fashion in the 1920s, which makes him due for a comeback right about now. The double L certainly gives it a fashionable sound.

Lynna is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be derived from the Welsh word 'llyn,' meaning 'lake,' giving it nature-based significance. Alternatively, it could be a variation of Lynn or Linda, both popular names in the mid-20th century. Lynn comes from the Old English element 'hlynn,' referring to a 'torrent' or 'waterfall,' or the Welsh 'llin' meaning 'lake.' Lynna offers a more elaborate alternative to the shorter Lynn while maintaining its crisp, clear sound. The name has a graceful quality with its flowing consonants and ending vowel. While never reaching tremendous popularity, Lynna saw modest usage in the United States during the 1950s and 1960s. Its connection to natural elements gives it an enduring appeal for parents seeking names with subtle nature associations.

With its soft sounds, its unisex appeal, and its nature connection, Rowan has become a very popular name for both boys and girls, given to nearly four boys for every girl. The Rowen variation maintains the same gender split but is much less popular for both sexes, with nearly four times as many babies named Rowan as Rowen.