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Harlene is a feminine name derived from the masculine Harlan, which has Old English origins meaning 'hare land' or 'army land.' Emerging primarily in the early to mid-20th century, Harlene peaked in…
Medieval variation of Esther, Persian
"star"
The disgraced heroine of The Scarlet Letter 's name, after long neglect, just might have a chance at revival, following in the wake of sister-name Esther. We've characterized her elsewhere as an…
Joetta is a feminine name with American origins, functioning primarily as a combination name blending Jo (from Josephine or Joan) with the feminine suffix -etta. This type of combined name became…
English elaboration of Lucia or Lucy
"light"
Lace-hankie name with Shakespearean pedigree.
Latin
"aristocratic"
Modern parents tend to reject Puritan names, but Noble was a Puritan favorite worth revival. Integrity and generosity are attractive qualities in anyone, so it's apparent why parents are starting to…
Greek
"last"
Omega is a perfect choice for a youngest child.
"Persian woman"
Parents seeking a distinctive New Testament name might consider this one. Adopted by some Puritans in the seventeenth century, Persis was used in the William Dean Howells novel The Rise of Silas…
Spanish
"good fortune"
Ventura started life as a shortening of Bonaventura, Spanish for good luck or good fortune, but now stands on its own. It has a pleasant sound and the stylish 'V' ending, but Angelenos would…
Hebrew
"olive"
A rarely heard Hebrew name whose zippy first initial Z transforms it from dated Yetta-like image to more lively Catherine Zeta Jones-like appeal.
English, derived from Zulu, South African tribal name
Related to the powerful South African warrior people, sometimes chosen by African-Americans to celebrate their heritage. Zula is also a Norwegian diminutive of Zuzanna.
Diminutive of Alcina, Greek
"strong-willed"
Alcie and Alsie are antiquated short forms that feel more baby-ready now that names such as Elsie, Elsa, and Isla are becoming popular again. Mother name Alcina was an operatic sorceress who turned…
Aletha is a feminine name with ancient Greek origins, derived from 'aletheia' meaning 'truth' or 'sincerity.' This elegant and uncommon name carries philosophical associations with truth-seeking and…
Variation of Alexin, Alexinus, or Alexandrine, Greek
Alexine could be a diminutive for the classic name Alexandra, a short form of Alexandrine, or a feminine form of the French Alexin, a variation of Alexinus. Alexine Tinne (born Alexandrine "Alexine"…
Almeda is a feminine name with Latin origins, derived from the word 'almus' meaning 'nourishing' or 'kind.' It may also be connected to the Spanish term 'alameda,' referring to a tree-lined avenue or…
Invented name
Aloma is a name invented for a Hawaiian dancer, the title character in a 1925 play later adapted twice as a film. But long before that, it was also used by the medieval scholar Ramón Llull, possibly…
Alvira is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a variant of Elvira, which has Germanic roots meaning 'all-protecting' or 'foreign and strange.' Alternatively, it could be derived…
Alvis is a unique feminine name with Germanic origins, though it's more commonly used as a masculine name in some cultures. The name derives from Old Norse elements meaning "all-wise" or…
Variation of Agnes
"pure, virginal"
Annis and Anice are both antique variations of Agnes that have fallen out of use, perhaps because of pronunciation problems (ANN-is, or an-EES?)
Anselma is the feminine form of Anselm, a name of Germanic origin derived from the elements "ans" (god) and "helm" (helmet, protection), meaning "protected by God" or "divine helmet." The name gained…
Antha is a rare feminine name with Greek origins, possibly derived from 'anthos' meaning 'flower.' It may also be considered a variant of the name Anthea, which refers to the Greek goddess of flowers…
