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Chessie
Chessie is a feminine name that originated as a diminutive of Francesca, Chelsea, or Chester, though it has evolved to stand independently. The name carries a playful, cheerful quality with its soft…
Sissy
Diminutive of Cecilia; pet name for "sister"
"sister"
Old-fashioned nickname for a sister, almost never heard today.
Bina
Diminutive of Sabina and other -ina names, Yiddish or Hebrew
"bee or understanding"
Sources say that Bina, which is close to the word for bee in Yiddish, was once used as a translation for the Hebrew Deborah, which means bee. On its own, it also means "understanding" in Hebrew.…
Risa
Latin
"laughing"
Azni
Armenian, meaning unknown
Though it might be acceptable in its native land, the fact of Azni being an anagram of a word with unpleasant World War II associations would limit its usage here.
Evanna
Feminine variation of Evan, Welsh
"God is gracious"
Evanna is the name of a Harry Potter actress who pronounces it ee-vah-na. This might be considered another international feminine form of the many variations of John; Ivana, Giovanna, and even Joan…
Zaina
Arabic
"beauty, grace"
Zaina is the simplified form of Zaynab, the name of the eldest daughter of Muhammad. Zayna is another accepted spelling, while international forms include Zainabu, which exists in both the Arabic and…
Zakia
Arabic and Hebrew
"pure"
Strong cross-cultural name that could be a feminine spin on the Zachary family.
Gioia
Italian
"joy"
Prettier than Joy and just beginning to be used here.
Osgar
Osgar is an ancient masculine name with Celtic and Norse origins, representing a variant spelling of Oscar. In Celtic tradition, Osgar or Oscar means "deer lover" or "friend of deer," while some…
Leela
Sanskrit
"play"
While Leela may be a spelling variation of Lila or Leila, it's also an Indian name in its own right with a playful meaning. And unlike it's more popular Western sisters, Leela does not create…
Athalia
Hebrew
"the Lord is exalted"
Athalia was an Old Testament daughter of Jezebel and a king's powerful wife with a gory history. You don't wanna know -- and you probably don't wanna name your kid after her either. Pretty name,…
Kilala
Sanskrit
"ambrosia"
Kilala is a rhythmic, lilting name that has emerged from the romance and adventure manga series, Kilala Princess. Its double 'l's are very much in synch with others such as Lila, Lola, Lilac, et al.
Zizi
African, Kiswahili
"pledged to God"
Despite its varied cultural ties, Zizi still sounds like a cancan dancer or a fluffy lapdog.
Beibhinn
Irish
"white or fair lady"
An important name in Irish myth, belonging to a beautiful giantess who was both mother and wife of Brian Boru. It is usually Anglicized as the phonetic Bevin, but also as Vivian.
Lyssie
Lyssie is a feminine name typically serving as a diminutive form of names like Alyssa, Melissa, or Elizabeth. The name carries a cheerful, youthful quality with its playful 'ie' ending. Derived from…
Greige
Color name
Better on your living-room walls.
Assisi
Italian place-name
This lovely Umbrian hill town became a striking first name for the young daughter of Jade Jagger.
Syrin
Greek mythological name
Syrin is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a modern variation of Siren, referencing the enchanting mythological creatures of Greek mythology known for their captivating songs.…
Camby
Camby is a rare feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may have evolved as a diminutive of Camden, originated as a surname, or derived from place names like Camby, Indiana. The name has a…