Down the Rabbit Hole Names

Billina

Billina is an uncommon feminine name that appears to be a diminutive form of names like Wilhelmina or Sybilla, adding the feminine diminutive suffix "-ina" to create a more endearing variant. The…

Nadyuska

Nadyuska is a feminine name with Slavic origins, particularly from Russian naming traditions. It represents a diminutive or affectionate form of names like Nadezhda (meaning 'hope') with the addition…

Jadore

French invented name

"I love"

A modern invented name, taken directly from the French phrase "J'adore", meaning "I love".

Zuly

Short form of ZULMA, Arabic

"healthy, vigorous"

Zuly is the spunky short form of Zulma, and is commonly used on its own, often in the Latino community.

Avital

Hebrew

"my father is dew"

Avital is a feminine Hebrew name that appears in the Bible as the name of one of King David's wives. The name symbolizes freshness, renewal, and natural beauty. Avital has gained moderate popularity…

Berrie

Berrie is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. It could be a diminutive form of names containing 'ber' like Bernadette or Bernice, a variant spelling of Berry (derived from the Old English…

Mejilla

Mejilla is a feminine name with Spanish language connections, though it's quite uncommon as a given name. In Spanish, 'mejilla' literally means 'cheek' (the facial feature), which gives the name a…

Albinka

Albinka is a feminine name with Slavic origins, functioning as a diminutive form of Alba or Albina. The root 'alb-' derives from Latin, meaning 'white' or 'bright.' Common in parts of Eastern Europe,…

Starlit

Word name

In 2014, six little girls in the US were given the name Starlit. Starlit has a sweeter meaning than the similar Starlet, and a better ring than Starlight.

Jonet

Modern invented name

A Frenchy name that doesn't exist in France, probably an attempt to create a classy feminine version of John or Johnny by rhyming it with Monet.

Diva

Latin

"goddess"

Once unique to the Zappa family, now you can have your own little prima donna.

Candide

French from Latin

"naive"

The French version of Candida, and with no unfortunate medical connection, much more wearable. It has never been recorded in the US charts, but could be a charming alternative to names like Cosette,…

Ajhia

Ajhia is a feminine name with a contemporary feel, likely a modern variation of names like Ajia, Asia, or Aja. With its unique spelling featuring the distinctive 'jh' combination, Ajhia stands out as…

Barbee

Barbee is a whimsical feminine name that serves as a variant spelling of Barbie or Barby, which themselves are diminutive forms of Barbara. The name Barbara originates from Greek, meaning 'foreign'…

Kahlila

Kahlila is a feminine name with multiple potential origins. It may be a variant of Khalila, which has Arabic roots meaning 'beloved' or 'dearly loved.' Alternatively, it could be connected to the…

Jezabel

Jezabel is a feminine name with Hebrew origins, being a variation of Jezebel, which means "not exalted" or "where is the prince?" in its original form. Despite its controversial biblical associations…

Zinovia

Variation of Zenobia, Greek

"force of Zeus"

Zinovia and Zenobia might be thought of as mythological adjacent names, with their meaning connected to Zeus, king of the Gods. The name Zinovia was given to fewer than ten baby girls in the US last…

Jamaica

Native American place name

"rich in springs"

Among the least gimmicky, most appealing and colorful of all the names found in the atlas, Jamaica almost sings out the rhythms of the West Indies. Part of the Greater Antilles in the Caribbean,…

Kamarie

Variation of Kamaria, Swahili

"moonlight"

Kandace

Kandace is a contemporary spelling variation of Candace, a name with ancient origins. Historically, Candace (or Kandake) was a title given to queens or queen mothers in the ancient African Kingdom of…