lavenderwitch's list "Cottage Garden Girl" of 20 great name ideas: Evanthe - Hibiscus!

Cottage Garden Girl

Names in this category are cottage gardeners and small-town florists, homebodies and hedgewitches, beekeepers and flower fairies, lovers and dreamers. Colors and textures are rose and lilac, berry and plum, spring green and sunny gold; cottage eaves dripping with fragrant wisteria; spontaneous tea parties using mismatched china; patchwork paths wreathed in clusters of phlox and thyme; volumes of poetry bookmarked by pressed flowers; a clutch of fuzzy yellow chicks carried in a calico apron; hidden doors to secret gardens opened by intricate skeleton keys; cozy sweaters with pockets full of wildflowers; lazy picnics in the sun featuring delicate pastries and lavender lemonade; soft linen dresses patterned with dainty vintage florals; fat bumblebees drifting along a honeysuckle-scented breeze. 

Evanthe is a pretty Greek name not often heard outside its native culture.  With its stylish Ev-begining, Evanthe could make an interesting choice if you're looking for a generic flower name.

Evanthe

The ultimate ethereal name for lovers of fairies, pixies, and sprites.

Faerydae

One of the more prominent by-products of reality TV, via Disney. 

Fantasia

Farasha is butterfly in Arabic, which means that to English-speakers, it feels more like a soft feminine name and less like a fluttery animal. Pretty without feeling flighty.

Farasha

Bird name possibility, rarer than Lark and Wren but with the same short, punchy feel.

Only five baby girls were named Finch in the most recent year, and four times as many baby boys.

Finch

Fiore is a feminine name of Italian origin meaning "flower." It embodies natural beauty, blossoming, and delicate strength. In Italian culture, the name carries artistic and romantic associations, reflecting the aesthetic appreciation central to Italian heritage. 

While traditionally more common in Italy, Fiore has gained international appeal for its melodic sound and elegant simplicity. The name has connections to the influential Renaissance artist Fiore dei Liberi and appears in Italian literature and art. 

Its botanical meaning places it among nature-inspired names that have timeless appeal. Fiore offers a distinctive alternative to more common floral names while maintaining a clear connection to nature. Its brevity and vowel-ending give it a flowing, musical quality typical of Italian names.

Fiore

This yellow harbinger spring bloom was named for Scottish botanist William Forsyth, and is even more unusual than such species as Acacia and Azalea.

Forsythia

A rare flower name that works as well for boys as it does for girls, so named because of its resemblance to a small glove.

Foxglove

This short form has been pretty much replaced by Frankie, however, it could fit in with other clunky but charming names, like Peggy, Bess, and Enid. 

Fran

A rare, free-feeling flower name for the parent who wants to move far, far beyond Rose and Daisy. Named for German physician Friedrich Freese.

Freesia

A plausible color name, it was chosen by the singer Sting as a middle name for his daughter, after a character in the Gormenghast fantasy trilogy, of which he's a big fan. Another bearer is Fuchsia Voremberg, a member of the BBC Show, Antiques Roadshow who specializes in diaries and manuscripts.

Fuchsia

This botanical name, referring to the vivid deep red color and to the madder plant from which it derives, is almost unknown to English speakers. But it's been trending in France recently, reaching the Top 100.

Garance

Giverny

Gloriette

Gloriosa

Goldberry

Harrietta is a feminine name that functions as an elaborate diminutive form of Harriet, which itself is the feminine version of Harry or Henry. The name ultimately derives from Germanic origins meaning 'home ruler' or 'ruler of the household.' The addition of the suffix '-etta' gives the name a more ornate, formal quality while retaining its classic roots. Harrietta was most popular during the Victorian era when elaborate versions of traditional names were fashionable. Though never ranking among top names in popularity charts, Harrietta appeals to those seeking a vintage name with dignity and character. Its old-world charm makes it distinctive in contemporary settings.

Harrietta

Hen is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins. In Hebrew, it means "grace" or "charm," conveying beauty and elegance. It's also found as a diminutive form of Henrietta or similar names in some European cultures. In Chinese, different characters pronounced as Hen can have various meanings. The name's brevity gives it a modern, minimalist appeal while its cross-cultural presence offers versatility. Though uncommon as a standalone name in many Western countries, its simplicity aligns with the trend toward short, distinctive names. Hen's compact form belies its rich meaning, particularly in Hebrew contexts where it represents an admired quality of graceful behavior and appearance.

It may take another generation or so, but this category of Hettie-Lettie-Lottie names could make a comeback. 

Hettie

An overlooked floral name that would make a bold choice for a first or middle name. Hibiscus — in particular, the yellow hibiscus — is the state flower of Hawaii. Dried hibiscus is used to make tea revered for its deep magenta color. The Spanish name for the flower, Jamaica (ha-MY-kah), also makes a beautiful name.