vintage girl names begging to be rediscovered

Jacoba

Hebrew, feminine variation of Jacob

Now that Jacob has been the top boys' name for several years, this may come to the fore, the way Michaela did after Michael's long reign at Number One. For now, it's one of the more unusual girl…

Janaan

Janaan is a feminine name of Arabic origin that carries the beautiful meaning of 'heart' or 'soul.' In some contexts, it can also mean 'garden' or 'paradise,' evoking images of natural beauty and…

Joretta

Joretta is a feminine name that likely represents an elaboration of the name Jora or a feminine form of George. The name George derives from Greek 'georgos' meaning 'farmer' or 'earth-worker.'…

Josetta

Josetta is a feminine name that serves as an elaborate variation of Josette, which itself is a French diminutive of Josephine (meaning 'God will add'). This elegant name carries a vintage charm with…

Junella

Junella is a feminine name that appears to be a modern elaboration of June, which derives from the Roman goddess Juno, the protector of women and marriage. The suffix '-ella' adds a diminutive,…

Katina

Katina is a feminine name with Greek origins, derived from Katerina or Katharina, ultimately meaning "pure." In Greek culture, it's often used as a diminutive of Katerina. The name carries a melodic…

Kitty

English, diminutive of Katherine

"pure"

This endearing nickname name is one Katherine pet form that predates all the Kathys and Katies, having been fairly common in the eighteenth century. With the current mini-craze for animal-related…