Girl names ending in -ine

Evangeline

Greek

"bearer of good news"

Evangeline is a romantic old name enjoying a major comeback, thanks to its religious overtones, Eva's popularity, and the star of the TV megahit Lost , Evangeline Lilly. Evangelia and Evangelina —…

Alvine

Alvine is a feminine name with Latin origins, derived from the word 'albus' meaning 'white' or 'bright.' It shares roots with the masculine name Alvin but has developed its own distinct feminine…

Delphine

French from Greek

"of Delphi; womb"

Delphine is a sleek, chic French name with two nature associations — the dolphin and the delphinium, a bluebell-like flower, a well as a link to the ancient city of Delphi, which the Greeks believed…

Eponine

French literary name

Eponine is attracting new notice via the movie of Les Miserables, based on the book by Victor Hugo. Eponine is the spoiled daughter of Cosette's foster parents whose name, according to the story, was…

Faline

Popular culture, Latin

"catlike"

For many, this is a Disneyfied name: Faline was the sweet doe Bambi fell in love with. The name is possibly based on Feline, a Latin name meaning "cat-like", however other sources suggest it comes…

Fideline

French

"loyal"

A kind of French virtue name, an affectionate form of Fidele.

Florentine

Latin

"flowering; flourishing; from Florence"

Florentine is an unusual member of a group of names destined for great popularity for girls. Its primary members are Flora and Florence, but rarer choices such as Flory and Fleur and Florentine are…

Geraldine

German and French, feminine variation of Gerald

"ruler with the spear"

Though twin brother Gerald is still in baby name limbo, Geraldine is in line to follow the path of Josephine to imminent revival—even though Gerry is not as spunky a nickname as Josie. Geraldine was…

Leontine

French female form of Leontios, Greek

"lion"

Leontine is the French form of a name that's more familiar by its spelling variation Leontyne, the name made famous by opera diva Price. An obscure choice, Leontine nevertheless feels right for our…

Olivine

Latin

"olive"

A gem named for its green hue.

Opaline

Elaboration of Opal, French, Sanskrit

"gem"

A word name with a touch of Adeline/Caroline/Apolline mixed in, Opaline has a sleek and stylish yet whimsical feel.

Séraphine

Séraphine is a feminine French name derived from the Hebrew word "seraphim," referring to a celestial being or a type of angel described in Biblical texts. The name carries powerful religious…

Wilhelmine

Wilhelmine is a feminine name of Germanic origin, serving as the female form of Wilhelm (William), which means 'resolute protector' or 'determined guardian.' Popular in Germany, Austria, and…