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English; Amharic
"star"
This is a fresh new addition to the botanical list; comedian Gilbert Gottfried made it a real bouquet when he named his daughter Lily Aster. And the name of the little girl on television's Dexter…
Azlynn is a contemporary feminine name that has gained popularity in recent decades, particularly in the United States. This modern creation combines elements that many parents find appealing – the…
Latin
"sun"
This female form of the ancient Latin Aelian has an appealing sound, though kids might have a hard time handling that initial "ae" spelling. Just remember that the "ae" is pronounced "ee" (think…
Variation of Aleah or Italian word name
"risk"
Alea is a genuine girls' name as a sleeker variation of Aleah, a name with both Arabic and Persian roots that means exalted or God's being. But in Italian, Alea means risk or hazard, so it can also…
French variation of Annabelle
This version of the name with only one n does not have nearly the popularity of its sister. Unless you have a particular aversion to the fourteenth letter of the alphabet, it may be best to stick…
Anthonella is a feminine variation of the name Anthony, blending the classic masculine name with a feminine suffix. Derived from the Roman family name Antonius, it ultimately has Latin and Greek…
Aveah is a modern feminine name with a melodic quality that has gained modest attention in recent years. While its precise origins are uncertain, Aveah may be a creative variation of names like Ava,…
Pakistani, Arabic
"her father"
A significant choice in Islamic tradition, Abeeha (and its alternative spelling, Abiha), derive from a nickname given to Fatima, a daughter of the Prophet Muhammad. The full version of the nickname…
Variation of Aleeza or Alizee, Hebrew or French
"joy or wind"
Alize feels like a blend of Alice and Eliza but it's not related to either of those names, rather to the more unusual (in the US, at least) Aleeza, a Hebrew name meaning joy, or Alizee, a French name…
Arabic
"safety"
A sleek Arabic name common in Bosnia and Herzegovina and also regularly used in the UK and Slovenia, Amna has an international sound and a pleasing simplicity. Derived from amina , it means "safety",…
French feminine diminutive form of Antoine
"priceless one"
This feminization of Anthony, like other early French forms, such as Babette and Nanette, is not heard as often as it once was, but it could be time for a reappraisal of this delicate Gallic choice.…
Place name
"river by a field"
As all good Anne of Green Gables buffs would know, Avonlea is the fictional Canadian town created by L. M. Montgomery that Anne Shirley considers home. The literary creation inspired a real Canadian…
Aalayah is a feminine name that represents a creative spelling variation of Aaliyah, which has Arabic origins meaning "high," "exalted," or "rising." The name gained significant recognition in…
Adria is a feminine name with multiple origins. It derives primarily from the Adriatic Sea, which was named after the ancient city of Adria in northern Italy. The name has Latin roots, connecting to…
Greek
"truth"
Alethea, the name of the Greek goddess of truth, came into fashion in England in the 16th century, in tandem with the virtue names. Alethea may find new favor now, thanks to its similarity to Athena,…
Alyse is a feminine name of French origin, considered a variant spelling of Alice. Alice derives from the Germanic name Adalheidis, meaning 'noble type' or 'nobility.' This elegant variation offers a…
Analiah is a beautiful feminine name with Hebrew and Spanish influences. It likely combines the Hebrew name 'Ana' (meaning 'grace' or 'favor') with 'liah,' possibly a variant of 'Leah' (meaning…
Invented name
Culmination of two trends: names bookended by As and Nova names, seen in names like Novalee, Novalyn, and Zanova. In statistics, ANOVA stands for analysis of variance.
American variation of Aurelia or Aria, Latin
"the golden one or air"
Auria is a highly unusual choice with a pleasant aura. As cousin names Aurelia and Aurora become more prominent, Auria is getting some attention too. About 50 baby girls were called Auria in the US…
Tamil
"bright"
A rare girls' name with cross-cultural appeal to burn, Avira might be a good option for parents interested in Ava but put off by its huge popularity.
