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Ionia

Greek place-name

Also relating to the sea and the islands, this name is a bit more melodic than its cousins.

Ismene

Greek

"knowledgeable"

Sister of Antigone and daughter of Oedipus in Greek mythology, Ismene's name is unlikely to make it in modern times because of its teasability factor. Ismay or Esme would be better bets.

Ismeria

Latin

The origins of this rare name are shrouded in mystery. Ismeria is an obscure figure in European Christian legend, sometimes purported to be the great-aunt of Jesus Christ, who is connected to the…

Issoria

nature name

The Issoria is a genus of butterflies found in Africa, one of which is known as the African Queen. This name would make a wonderful choice for those looking for a name which subtly honors Africa.

Joulu

Finnish

"Christmas"

A rare Finnish name for Christmas babies.

Katinka

Hungarian, Russian, and Dutch diminutive of Katherine or Katarina, Greek

"pure"

With its distinctive '-inka' suffix, common in Slavic and Eastern European diminutives, Katinka carries a playful yet sophisticated quality. The name enjoyed some popularity in the Netherlands and…

Kielo

Finnish

"lily of the valley"

A Finnish word name for the lily of the valley flower.

Kirsi

Hindi, Finnish diminutive of Kirstina and Kirsten

"amaranth blossoms; Christian, frost"

This attractive multicultural name is found in India and Finland, where it is also a word meaning "frost."

Kirsikka

Finnish

"cherry"

As fruit names go, Cherry is one of the more usable options in English, and the same can be said for Kirsikka, its Finnish counterpart. Sweet and vibrant, Kirsikka was given to more than 1200 girls…