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Italian and Spanish variation of Delphine
The Spanish and Italian variation of the sophisticated French Delphine is also the word for "dolphin". A popular choice in Uruguay and Argentina, the name is rarely used in the US.
Elenna is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a variant spelling of Elena or Helen, which derive from Greek roots meaning "bright one" or "shining light." This melodic name…
Emilyn is a feminine name that combines elements of popular names Emily and Lynne, creating a melodic and graceful variation. With English origins, it carries the meaning "industrious" or…
Kiyana is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins. It may derive from Native American languages where it means 'wrapped in silence' or could be a variant of Kiana, which has Hawaiian roots…
Malayna is a modern feminine name that has gained popularity in the United States since the 1990s. It appears to be a contemporary variation of names like Malaya, Melina, or Milena, with the…
Shaila is a feminine name with multicultural origins. In Sanskrit, it means "mountain" or "mountain daughter," connecting to Hindu mythology where mountain spirits are revered. The name also appears…
Scandinavian
"sun gift"
Sunniva was an Irish-born saint who fled to Norway, where she hid in an island cave with her followers and eventually died. After miracles were reported on the island, the cave was excavated and…
Chinese dynastic name
This name of the first recorded dynasty of ancient China is short and simple enough to make a possible Asian-American alternative to Mia and Tia. British-Filipino child star Xia Vigor has invigorated…
Alania is a feminine name with multiple cultural roots. It may derive from the ancient Alans, an Iranian nomadic group that settled in the Caucasus region, giving name to modern Alania/North Ossetia.…
English
"godlike adviser"
Alura has an entirely different root from the similar Allura and shares the fairy tale tinge. It could be a great choice for a wise baby girl.
Greek, alternate form of Demeter
Demetria is a dramatic ancient Greek earth goddess possibility with the star-studded nickname Demi. Young actor/singer/songwriter Demi Lovato was born Demetria, but contrary to common hearsay, Demi…
Japanese
"sunflower; facing the sun"
Hinata is a unisex Japanese name and surname but is primarily seen as a given name among women. It has many possible meanings, most of which have something to do with the sun.
Sanskrit
"diamond"
Hira is a significant name in Islam, as in the Quran it is the name of the cave where Prophet Muhammed received revelations from Allah.
Czech; Latvian; Polish; Bulgarian; Lithuanian, from Greek
"peace"
This form of Irene feels fresher and gives the classic name a chic, international flair. It's most commonly used in Eastern Europe.
Spanish, Portuguese, and Russian variation of Isadora, Greek
"gift of Isis"
The Isidora spelling, though equally legitimate, is about 90 percent less common than Isadora.
English variation of Jocelyn
"member of the Gauts tribe"
One of many modern spellings of Jocelyn, this one used by actress Samantha Harris for her daughter.
French feminine variation of Lucian
"light"
Lucienne is a soft and ultra-sophisticated French-accented option in the Lucy family, one that could provide a fresh alternative to such fatigued Gallic choices as Danielle and Michelle. So if you're…
Variation of Rhea, Greek
"a flowing stream"
Rhya is the Fertility Goddess of several ancient religions, associated with mothers and pregnant women. In some legends she is the mother of Manann and Verena and wife of Taal. Pronounced rye-ah,…
Zephyra is an ethereal feminine name derived from 'Zephyr,' the Greek god of the west wind. The name carries connotations of gentleness and freedom, as Zephyrus was known as the harbinger of spring…
Latin
"golden"
This golden Saint name was familiar in Spain during the first half of the 20th century, however, it fell out of favor in the 60s. Usually written as Áurea, the similar sounding Aurora is often…
