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Variation of Muriel via Meriel, Irish
"of the bright sea"
Meryl is a name that's at once rare and famous, thanks to Meryl (born Mary Louise) Streep. Streep's name is an invented short form of Mary Louise, but Meryl might also be a contraction of the unique…
Essa is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins. In Arabic, it's a variation of Isa (the Arabic form of Jesus) and means 'God is salvation.' In Irish contexts, Essa derives from the Gaelic…
Latin, diminutive of Dulcibella
"sweet"
A sweet-meaning and sounding name dating back to the Roman Empire, and later found in the antebellum South, Dulcie has in the modern era been heard most often in Australia. In Agatha Christie's…
Finnish
"wave"
The last name of Finnish moderne designer/architect makes an original, creative choice with an unexpected water-related meaning.
Ewyn is an uncommon masculine name with Celtic and Anglo-Saxon roots. It may be a variation of names like Ewen, Ewan, or Owen, which derive from the Welsh name Owain, meaning 'well-born' or 'young…
Amynta is a rare feminine name with classical Greek origins, potentially derived from the Greek word 'amyntor' meaning 'defender' or 'protector.' This uncommon name carries an ancient, poetic…
Italian
Dolce is the Italian word for "sweet," derived from the Latin word dulcis of the same meaning. It's a rare feminine first name in Italy, more often seen as a surname, as in that of Domenico Dolce,…
Elethia is a feminine name of uncertain etymology, possibly related to Greek roots or a variant of Alethea, which means 'truth' in Greek. This rare and melodious name has a lyrical quality with its…
"flame"
Fiery names are blazing hot right now, and this one would fit right in.
German and Jewish surname
"clover"
The whimsical quality of the work of Swiss artist Paul Klee is somehow reflected in his name, although many would mispronounce it to rhyme with key. Say it like clay.
Kloris is an uncommon feminine name that appears to be a modern variation of Chloris, a figure from Greek mythology. In Greek, Chloris was the goddess of flowers and spring, with her name deriving…
Phaidra is a feminine name with ancient Greek origins. Derived from the Greek word "phaidros" meaning "bright" or "radiant," it embodies qualities of luminosity and brilliance. In Greek mythology,…
German variation of Sasha
"defending warrior"
Largely male throughout Europe, this name--spelled with or without the c , is an energetic choice that has really taken off for girls here; it's been used for the daughters of Steven Spielberg, Jerry…
East African, Swahili
"talents, gifts"
Has a feminine feline feel.
Feminine variation of Jonah, Hebrew
"dove"
Unlikely to catch on the way the male original has, though it may appeal to some parents as a more formal version of Nina.
