Names after cities and geographical areas

Alexandria turns classic Alexandra into a more distinctive place-name, in both Egypt and Virginia, while also giving it a touchy of frilliness. The name peaked in the 90s when it entered the US Top 100 for the first time, but has since been on decline.

As a female name, Anaia is typically used in its Basque form, where it is derived from the word anai, meaning "brother." In the Bible, Anaiah is the name of two minor male characters.

This name of a third-century Christian martyr has an romantic, appealing feel in the modern world. It first came to American attention via Prince's love interest in the film Purple Rain.

Magical and distinctive but grounded and familiar too, it's no surprise that Athena has become one of the most widely used ancient goddess names in the contemporary Western world. Derived from the city name Athens, it is current a Top 100 choice in the US.

Atlas is one of those names that was previously thought too powerful for a baby boy, who would have to be strong enough to carry the world on his shoulders. Now Atlas has joined the pantheon of Greek and Roman god and goddess names in the realm of possibility, along with Mars, Zeus and Apollo.

Cyrene was a mythical nymph and huntress who was beloved by Apollo. An ancient city in Libya was named after her.

Dacia is an ancient place-name -- it was in Eastern Europe -- as lacy as Dacey, but more substantial.

Delos is a masculine name of Greek origin, derived from the name of the Greek island Delos in the Aegean Sea. In Greek mythology, Delos was the birthplace of Apollo and Artemis, making it a sacred location in ancient Greek culture. The name itself may be related to the Greek word 'delos' meaning 'visible' or 'clear,' as the island was said to have become visible when it emerged from the sea. As a given name, Delos is quite rare, carrying classical connotations and a connection to ancient history. It has occasionally appeared in English-speaking countries, particularly in the United States during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, often in families with an appreciation for Greek culture or classical education.

Doris had long been on our so-far-out-it-will-always-be-out-for-babies list, and seemed to be written there in indelible ink. But there are signs of a sea change, that Doris could profit from the revivals of Dorothy and Dorothea.