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  1. Elora

    • Origin:

      Variation of Eliora

    • Meaning:

      "my God is my light"

    • Description:

      While the etymology of the name is unclear, it's most likely a contraction of Eliora or Elnora. Despite the uncertain heritage, it's a winning construction, based on its El- prefix, the feminine three-syllable flow, and the a ending. It debuted in the US Top 1000 in 2015, and by 2023, Elora was one of the fastest rising girl names.
  2. Elsa

    • Origin:

      German diminutive of Elisabeth

    • Meaning:

      "pledged to God"

    • Description:

      Lost in limbo for decades and decades, Elsa now stands a good chance of following along in the progression from Emma to Ella to Etta, thanks to the ice queen heroine who "Let It Go" in the wildly popular Disney movie Frozen. The name shot all the up to Number 286 (its highest ranking since the 1890s) in the year after the release of the movie, though it's now dropped back down the list in the US.
  3. Elsie

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Elizabeth via its Scottish variation, Elspeth

    • Meaning:

      "pledged to God"

    • Description:

      Elsie is a sweet vintage nickname-name turned modern star. After a 30-year hiatus, Elsie started climbing the US popularity list 20 years ago and is still headed for the top.
  4. Emalina

    • Description:

      Emalina is a feminine name that appears to be a modern elaboration of names like Emma, Emilia, or Amelia. With its melodic four syllables and romantic sound, Emalina combines the popularity of Emma with a distinctive, elaborate ending. The name has Latin roots through its connection to the Emily/Emma family, ultimately derived from the Roman clan name 'Aemilius,' meaning 'rival' or 'emulating.' Though uncommon in official statistics, Emalina has gained some traction in recent years as parents seek longer, more ornate versions of classic names. The name offers versatility with potential nicknames like Ema, Lina, or Mina, while its full form maintains an elegant, fairytale-like quality.

  5. Emaline

    • Description:

      Emaline is a charming feminine name that serves as a variation of Emmeline or Emmaline, ultimately derived from the Germanic name Amalia, meaning 'work' or 'industrious.' This sweet, vintage name carries a delicate, old-fashioned appeal that has seen renewed interest in the 21st century as part of the revival of classic names. The name gained some recognition through its appearance in popular culture, including Ben Folds' song 'Emaline.' With its soft sounds and romantic feel, Emaline offers a slightly less common alternative to the extremely popular Emma while maintaining a similar classic charm. The name evokes images of Victorian-era grace while still feeling accessible for a modern child, perfectly balancing tradition with a touch of uniqueness.

  6. Emerald

    • Origin:

      Gem name; Persian

    • Meaning:

      "green"

    • Description:

      Emerald is the intriguing color and jewel name of the deep green stone treasured as far back as ancient Egypt — it's supposed to open one's heart to wisdom and to love and be good for strengthening relationships — which could make for an interesting, unusual name, particularly with the popularity of so many Em-starting names.
  7. Emilia

    • Origin:

      Feminine variation of Emil, Latin

    • Meaning:

      "rival"

    • Description:

      Emilia is the feminine form of the Roman clan name Aemilius, which derived from the Latin aemulus, meaning "rival." In Shakespeare’s Othello, Emilia is the wife of Iago and confidante of Desdemona. Amelia, although homonymous, has a different root and meaning.
  8. Emma

    • Origin:

      German

    • Meaning:

      "universal"

    • Description:

      Emma has now been among the top girl names in the United States for several years, claiming the Number 1 crown in 2008 and again from 2015 to 2018 before dropping back to second place.
  9. Emmaline

    • Origin:

      Spelling variation of Emmeline

    • Description:

      This iteration of the name makes the link to the ultra-popular Emma even more obvious. It lags behind alternate spelling Emmeline on the US Top 1000 list.
  10. Emmi

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Emma and Emily

    • Description:

      With the enormous popularity of Emily and Emma, we're sure to see more of Emmi, Emmie, Emme, and Emmy, whether as short forms or standing on their own.
  11. Erica

    • Origin:

      Norse, feminine form of Eric

    • Meaning:

      "eternal ruler"

    • Description:

      The straightforward Erica is a Norse feminization that was long associated with the complex, mega-popular character Erica Kane, played by Susan Lucci for decades on the soap opera All My Children. Used in Scandinavia since the early eighteenth century, where it was usually spelled Erika, it was in the Top 50 girls' list in the USA in the 1970s and eighties.
  12. Ester

    • Origin:

      Variation of Esther

    • Meaning:

      "star"

    • Description:

      This simplified spelling is a bit too polyester, though this is also the authentic Slavic version of an Old Testament name that's being rediscovered.
  13. Evangelina

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "bearer of good news"

    • Description:

      Why is Evangeline so popular -- close to Number 200 in the US -- while Evangelina hasn't charted in the Top 1000 since the early 1950s? The stardom of Evangeline Lilly has something to do with the relative popularity of that form, but Evangelina is just as pretty and romantic but given to only 10% as many baby girls.
  14. Everly

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "wild boar in woodland clearing"

    • Description:

      Sweet and stylish, with a sporty, energetic undertone, Everly is a name that ticks lots of boxes.
  15. Evie

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Eve or Eva, English or Latin

    • Meaning:

      "life"

    • Description:

      Evie was derived from the English Eve or the Latin Eva, which in turn come from Chawwah, a Hebrew name related to the concept of life. Evie can be used as a nickname for any name that starts with Ev-, including Eva, Evelyn, and Evangeline, but also for names such as Genevieve and Maeve. Evie is typically pronounced with a long E sound, but a short E is also valid.
  16. Fauna

    • Origin:

      Roman, English word name, from Latin

    • Meaning:

      "young deer; all the animals that live in a particular area"

    • Description:

      Fauna is the Roman goddess of the earth as well as one of the fairies who protected Disney's "Sleeping Beauty". It can also be considered a word name with a scientific, nature focused feel. Used to as a way to refer to all the animals in a particular area, habitat, or time period, many might think of the phrase "Flora and Fauna" on seeing the name.
  17. Fawn

    • Origin:

      Nature name

    • Meaning:

      "a young deer"

    • Description:

      The doe-eyed Fawn is as gentle and soft as the baby deer it represents. And much like that baby deer, it carries with it the potential of new life. Fawn was featured at the bottom of the Top 1000 throughout the '60s and '70s — around the same time that Bambi came into play. But unlike Bambi, Fawn maintains relevance in the 21st century, thanks to its warmth and ties to the natural world. We would love to meet more baby girls named Fawn.
  18. Fawna

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "fawn"

    • Description:

      Fawna refers to fawn, a young deer or the light brownish color associated with these animals. The name evokes images of woodland grace, gentleness, and natural beauty.
  19. Gemma

    • Origin:

      Italian, Catalonian, Spanish

    • Meaning:

      "precious stone"

    • Description:

      Gemma is a jewel of a name, an Italian classic that was very popular in 1980s England, but has only recently been started to be used here; it entered the list in 2008.
  20. Geneva

    • Origin:

      Swiss place-name or French

    • Meaning:

      "juniper tree"

    • Description:

      Unlike its somewhat formal Swiss city namesake, this is a lively and appealing place-name that also has a real history as a female name.