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Mila
Slavic, Russian
"gracious; dear"
Mila is a popular name that took a 125 year nap, ranking in the Top 1000 in 1881 and then not ranking again until 2006, after actress Mila Kunis appeared on That 70s Show . Ukrainian-born Kunis was…
Vera
Russian
"faith"
Vera was the height of fashion in 1910, then was for a long time difficult to picture embroidered on a baby blanket. Now, though, it has come back into style along with other old-fashioned simple…
Mira
Latin, Slavic, Arabic, Sanskrit, Japanese
"admirable; peace; female ruler; ocean; mirror"
A truly international choice, the sweet and simple Mira has its origins in Sanskrit, Latin, Slavic, and Arabic, just to name a view. With its arty aura and succinct look, it makes a versatile option,…
Kira
Russian feminine variation of Cyrus
"throne"
Though such cognates of Kira as Keira, Kyra, and Ciara are increasingly popular throughout Europe and in the U.S., this Cyrus relative has a different root. As with all the many variations of this…
Nadia
Russian, Arabic
"hope; tender, delicate"
Nadia, an accessible Slavic favorite, has a strong run of popularity in the US in the early 2000s, partially thanks to the character on Lost called Nadia but actually named Noor, but it's since…
Marta
Italian, Spanish, Scandinavian, Slavic
"lady"
Sharper and steelier than Martha, but with the same underused vintage appeal.
Olga
Slavic variation of Helga, Norse
"holy"
This Slavic form of the Norse name Helga is a classic in many Slavic countries, including Russia and Poland, where it currently ranks within the Top 100 girl names. It has historically ranked among…
Zora
Serbo-Croatian
"dawn"
Zora is a meaningful literary heroine name honoring Zora Neale Hurston, an important black writer and leader of the Harlem Renaissance. Spelled Zorah, it is a biblical place name, and is also the…
Dana
English, Slavic, Persian, Arabic
"from Denmark, gift, or wise"
This name found in both Celtic and Scandinavian mythology has gone from all-boy to almost all-girl, retaining a strong, unisex quality. However, it has dropped following its three-decade heyday from…
Sonja
Russian, Slavic, and Scandinavian form of Sophia, Greek
"wisdom"
Popular throughout Northern and Eastern Europe, particularly in countries like Sweden, Norway, Russia, and Germany, Sonja has a rich cultural heritage. The name gained international recognition…
Audra
English, Lithuanian
"noble strength; storm"
Used primarily in Scotland, and represented here by singer Audra McDonald, the girls' name Audra has been overshadowed by the return of the classic Audrey. Audra may be to Audrey what Jenna is to…
Wava
Variation of Wave, Waverly, or Wafa
"wave; quivering aspen; loyal"
Briefly popular in the 1910s and 20s, Wava is an unusual choice that nevertheless the familiar elements of Ava, Eva, Waverly, and Ocean. While the exact origins of the name are unknown, it may have…
Hedvika
Czech; Slovene, from German
"war"
This form of Hedwig feels more usable than the original, with its snappy sound and cool nickname Vika.
Iduska
Iduska is a delicate feminine name with likely Slavic or Baltic origins. It appears to be a diminutive form, possibly derived from names like Ida (meaning 'industrious' or 'prosperous') with the…
Gabinka
Gabinka is a feminine name with Slavic origins, functioning as an affectionate diminutive form of Gabriela or Gabrielle. The suffix '-inka' is typically used in Slavic languages, particularly Polish,…
Oluska
Oluska is a feminine name with Slavic origins, though it remains relatively uncommon even in Slavic-speaking regions. It may be derived from the root "olus" or could be a diminutive form of names…
Rezka
Rezka is an uncommon feminine name with possible Slavic origins. In several Slavic languages, particularly Slovenian and Czech, the word "rezka" relates to concepts of sharpness, quickness, or being…
Ruzenka
Ruzenka is a delicate feminine name with Slavic origins, particularly common in Czech and Slovak cultures. It's a diminutive form of Růžena, which means 'rose' or 'little rose.' The name carries a…
Vorsila
Vorsila is an unusual feminine name with obscure origins, possibly derived from Eastern European or Baltic naming traditions. The name has a mysterious quality and doesn't appear in common name…
Snejana
Bulgarian
"snowy"
This name of a supermodel from Ukraine is not one of those Eastern European choices that translate easily or attractively.
