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Naiad originates from Greek mythology, where Naiads were a type of water nymph who presided over fountains, wells, springs, and other freshwater bodies. The name derives from the Greek word 'náein,'…
Narissa is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a variation of Narcissa (derived from the Greek word for 'narcissus flower') or a Western adaptation of the Indian name Narisa.…
Naryssa appears to be a modern feminine name that may be a variant of Narissa or an elaboration of names like Marissa. It could also draw inspiration from Greek mythology, possibly related to water…
Neryssa appears to be a variant spelling of Nerissa, a feminine name with literary connections and classical origins. The name Nerissa comes from Greek roots, possibly derived from 'Nereis,' meaning…
Welsh
"chief, lady"
A sweet yet substantial name of Welsh origin, Nerys has the fresh feel of Carys, but the vintage charm of Mavis, Morag, and Lois. Likely borrowing from the Welsh element nêr meaning "lord, chief",…
Romanian short form of Ioana
"God is gracious"
An lesser-known member of the John-Joan family, though popular in its native habitat, has never emigrated, possibly due to its non-intuitive pronunciation.
French variation of Aurelia
Better go to the original Aurelia or Aurelie, if only for its similarity to the ord 'orally.' In pop culture, Oralie is a Pokemon name.
Orelle is a feminine name with French origins, possibly derived from the Latin 'aurelia' meaning 'golden' or from a place name in the Savoie region of France. This elegant, uncommon name has a…
Orenda is a feminine name with Native American origins, specifically from the Iroquois language and culture. It represents a mystical force present in all things, similar to the concept of spiritual…
English occupational name
"one who plays the pipes or flute"
Piper's rising popularity for girls makes it an unlikely masculine choice.
Literary name
Puck was Shakespeare's mischievous pixie who'a had a few television incarnations in more recent years. A popular name in The Netherlands but nowhere else, from what we can tell. We love Puck for its…
Latin
"fifth"
The feminine Quinta is virtually unused in the US, though male forms of the Roman family name Quintus, such as Quintin and Quentin, are quite popular. That may change with the emergence of comedian…
Spanish
"the fifth girl"
Mexican place-name famously used by Joan Didion for her daughter, Quintana Roo.
"essence"
Sounds like a fictional rank of royalty.
