Down the Rabbit Hole Names

Adecyn

English, phonetic spelling of Addison, English

"son of Adam"

As soon as a name becomes mega-popular, parents start to look for spelling variations to set their child apart. This is one of the less graceful ones.

Asuncion

Asuncion is a feminine name with Spanish origins, derived from the Latin 'assumptio' meaning 'assumption' or 'taking up.' The name refers specifically to the Catholic feast of the Assumption of the…

Baja

Spanish place-name

"lower"

Pronounced Bah-hah, this name of the Mexican peninsula attached to California makes for an out-of-the-ordinary possibility.

Sinny

Sinny is an uncommon feminine name with possible origins as a diminutive of names like Cynthia or Sinclair. It may also derive from the Irish name Sinéad or as a nickname for Cindy. The name has a…

Xuxa

Portuguese

Floss

Diminutive of Florence

"flourishing, prosperous"

A diminutive of Florence, with a cosy vintage vibe, a candyfloss sweetness, and a touch of sassy and outdoorsyness too. Occasionally used as a given name back in the 19th century in the US, though…

Phila

Greek, Zulu, Xhosa

"lover, friend; to live of life"

In the Zulu and Xhosa languages of Southern Africa, Phila is a unisex name pronounced "PEE-la" and means "to live of life" It's also the feminine version of the ancient Greek name Philo, pronounced…

Ahinoam

Hebrew

"my brother is pleasant"

Also spelled Achinoam, this Biblical name belonged to wives of both King Saul and King David.

Pinky

English

"pink"

This affectionate nickname was historically used for children with strong pink undertones, and was given as a first name several times throughout the 18th and 19th centuries. We prefer it as a pet…

Liisa

Liisa is a feminine name of Finnish origin, serving as the Finnish and Estonian variant of Elizabeth, which ultimately derives from the Hebrew name Elisheva meaning 'God is my oath' or 'God is…

Kyli

Kyli is a modern feminine name that represents a contemporary spelling variation of Kylie. While Kylie originated as an Australian Aboriginal name meaning 'boomerang,' Kyli offers a streamlined…

Peig

Peig is a traditional Irish feminine name, functioning as a diminutive form of Margaret. The name Margaret itself derives from Greek 'margarites' meaning 'pearl'. Peig gained notability in Ireland…

Honestee

Honestee is a modern feminine name that represents a virtue-inspired naming trend. Created as a variant spelling of 'honesty,' this name embodies the admirable quality of truthfulness and integrity.…

Tawni

Tawni is a feminine name that emerged as a modern variant of Tawny, which derives from the English word describing a yellowish-brown or tan color. The name evokes warmth, natural beauty, and the…

Shulamith

Shulamith is a feminine Hebrew name with ancient Biblical connections, appearing in the Song of Solomon as 'Shulamite.' The name derives from the Hebrew word for 'peace' (shalom) and can be…

Gaynor

Welsh

"white and smooth, soft"

Gaynor is an early androgynous name with a positive association, related to the Cornish megahit name Jennifer.

Silence

Word name

The Puritans used it as a virtue name -- but today it would just be considered weird: silence is no longer golden.

Naretha

Aboriginal

"a saltbush"

As far-flung as the outback.

Aailiyah

Aailiyah is a variant spelling of the more common name Aaliyah, which has Arabic origins meaning 'high,' 'exalted,' or 'rising.' This unique spelling adds an extra 'i' to the traditional form, giving…

Anyoushka

Anyoushka is a feminine name that represents an uncommon transliteration of Anushka or Anyushka, which are diminutive forms of Anna in Slavic languages, particularly Russian. The name ultimately…