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  1. Eris

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "strife, discord"

    • Description:

      Eris was the goddess of strife and discord, turned fairy tale and then popular culture figure Maleficent in Sleeping Beauty. Ironic, as her name sounds so much like that of Eros, the god of love.
  2. Rue

    • Origin:

      Nature name

    • Meaning:

      "herb; regret"

    • Description:

      Botanical choice that can work for either gender. Simple and straightforward. Caveats: rue means "regret" in English, and "street" in French. Now in the Top 1000 in England and Wales for girls and trending upwards in the US, it is nevertheless still given to a handful of boys each year. It could equally work as a nickname for a Ruben, Rudy, or a Rupert.
  3. Nico

    • Origin:

      Italian, diminutive of Nicola

    • Meaning:

      "people of victory"

    • Description:

      A much more dynamic nickname than Nicky for any of the Nic-names. Part of a growing trend of boyish nicknames for girls - alongside Stevie and Lou - Nico has cheerful, snappy sounds, and a fresh, sassy image.
  4. Liza

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Eliza and Elizabeth, Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "pledged to God"

    • Description:

      Liza's heyday was the mid-1970s, following on the heels of super-popular sister Lisa. But thanks to the fact that it never became superpopular, Liza remains a name not especially tied to one generation or style.
  5. Fritz

    • Origin:

      German, diminutive of Friedrich or Frederick

    • Meaning:

      "peaceful ruler"

    • Description:

      Since female cousins Mitzi and Fritzi have entered the realm of possibilities, there's a chance that Cousin Fritz could as well. Fritz is the name of several notables, from early German-born film director Lang to early footballer Fritz (born Frederick) Pollard, the first African-American to play in the Rose Bowl in 1916.
  6. Hero

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "demi-god"

    • Description:

      Despite the possibility of gender confusion, the Hero in Greek myth was a woman. Myleene Klass got that when she chose Hero for her daughter, and Sam Taylor-Wood and Aaron Johnson used it as their daughter's middle--and we wouldn't be surprised to see more girls with this heroic name.
  7. Mick

    • Origin:

      English, diminutive of Michael

    • Description:

      Most often associated with Rolling Stone Jagger, Mick is also used as a generic, and derogatory, term for an Irishman.
  8. Mitzi

    • Origin:

      German, diminutive of Maria

    • Meaning:

      "bitter"

    • Description:

      Mitzi is a spunky German nickname name that might appeal to parents drawn to the genre of lively vintage chorus girl names that proliferated in 1930's musicals. Lively entertainer Mitzi Gaynor--who was originally named Francesca Marlene de Czani von Gerber--made the name notable in mid-century America.
  9. Emilie

    • Origin:

      Spelling variation of Emily; German and Scandinavian feminine form of Aemilius

    • Description:

      Unlike most creative spellings, this one isn't overly trendy or overdone—in fact, it's quite delicate and pretty. However, it is clearly suffering from the plethora of similar names that are flowing around right now (Emelie, Emilia, Emily, Emilee, Amelie, Amelia) and has fallen more than 300 spots since 2013. It might be time for Emilie and her sisters to be left alone for a while.
  10. Chelsea

    • Origin:

      Place name, English

    • Meaning:

      "landing place for chalk or limestone"

    • Description:

      Chelsea for a boy? Yes — and we've got two maleberry Chelseas to prove it (one of whom even wrote a blog for us about his experience)! Boy Chelseas would more likely be named for the British football team than the old Joni Mitchell song sung by Judy Collins.
  11. Dimitry

    • Description:

      Dimitry is a masculine name of Russian and Slavic origin, serving as a variant of Dmitri or Dimitri, which derive from the Greek name Demetrios, meaning 'follower of Demeter' (the goddess of agriculture). This strong, dignified name carries rich cultural associations across Eastern Europe and Russia, where it has been used for centuries, including by nobility and historical figures. Dimitry offers a slightly Anglicized spelling while maintaining its authentic international character. The name conveys strength and substance with its robust sounds and cultural depth. While less common in Western countries than alternative forms like Dimitri, Dimitry provides a distinctive yet recognizable option for parents seeking a name with both historical roots and contemporary appeal.

  12. Sinéad

    • Origin:

      Irish Gaelic

    • Meaning:

      "god is gracious"

    • Description:

      Popular Irish name brought here by singer Sinead O'Connor, could make a striking choice for a child with deep Irish roots.
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