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  1. Millie
    • Origin:

      English diminutive of Mildred or Millicent
    • Meaning:

      "gentle strength; strong in work"
    • Description:

      Millie is back. It's a popular name throughout much of the English-speaking world, and broke the US Top 100 in 2024. Millicent would be an appealing long form, but many people are using Millie all by its cute self.
  2. Alani
    • Origin:

      Hawaiian
    • Meaning:

      "orange tree"
    • Description:

      One of those names you may not even be aware of if you haven't been paying attention to recent naming trends, Alani was given to more than 700 baby girls in the US in one recent year, to be the second most popular feminization of Alan after Alana. It's certainly the most modern-sounding female version of Alan.
  3. Alora
    • Origin:

      Variation of Eliora, Alara, Elara, or Elora
    • Meaning:

      "the Lord is my light; water fairy; hazelnut, spear"
    • Description:

      Alora combines a number of stylish elements: the pretty Al- beginning of Alice, Alessia, and Alma, the -ora ending of Aurora, Elora, and Nora, and a multicultural feel, owing to its various origins. A Top 250 name in the US and in England and Wales, around 1370 American babies received the name in a recent year.
  4. Vera
    • Origin:

      Russian
    • Meaning:

      "faith"
    • Description:

      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 names such as Ada and Iris.
  5. Astrid
    • Origin:

      Scandinavian
    • Meaning:

      "divinely beautiful"
    • Description:

      Astrid has been a Scandinavian royal name since the tenth century, and many people associated it with the Swedish author of the Pippi Longstocking stories, Astrid Lindgren. Astrid is derived from the name Ástríðr, which is made up of the Old Norse elements that mean "god" and "beautiful."
  6. Della
    • Origin:

      English diminutive of Adela, Adele, or Adelaide, German
    • Meaning:

      "noble"
    • Description:

      Fresh, bright, and sunny, Della could be an alternative to Ella, Delilah, or Adeline. Familiar but not yet overused, it combines the elements of contemporary favorites with vintage charm.
  7. Quincy
    • Origin:

      French from Latin
    • Meaning:

      "estate of the fifth son"
    • Description:

      Quincy is a Presidential surname name that actually sounds both cute and strong when used for a girl. For the first time ever, Quincy joined the Top 1000 roster for girls in 2023, given to over 250 baby girls that year.
  8. Jayda
    • Origin:

      Variation of Jada
    • Description:

      A Jada alternative that has lost ground this decade after peaking around 2010.
  9. Sloan
    • Origin:

      Spelling variation of Sloane
    • Description:

      Less popular than the Bueller-inspired Sloane but following on its coattails, this name ranks toward the middle of the Top 1000, but we see both spellings sticking around for years to come.
  10. Yadira
    • Origin:

      Spanish
    • Meaning:

      "worthy"
    • Description:

      Yadira is a popular choice in Mexico, Venezuela, and Colombia, and has also been a favorite among Latin American families in the US. Popularized by actress Yadira Jiménez in the mid-20th century, its exact etymology is unknown, but a likely possibility is that it comes from the Arabic Jadira, usually interpreted as meaning "worthy", though "bloom" is also suggested.
  11. Lizette
    • Origin:

      French, diminutive of Elizabeth
    • Meaning:

      "pledged to God"
    • Description:

      Whether you spell it Lisette or Lizette, a somewhat dated diminutive that nevertheless retains some charm.
  12. Vada
    • Origin:

      English, Sanskrit, German
    • Meaning:

      "knowledge, rule"
    • Description:

      Vada is a feisty retro choice that feels like a fresh spin on the likes of Ava and Ada. Its bold V initial is bang on trend, although Vada remains very uncommon in the US. It is perhaps best known as the heroine of the 1991 cult classic coming-of-age movie My Girl, Vada Sultenfuss, played by Anna Chlumsky.
  13. Shavon
    • Description:

      Shavon is a feminine name with several possible origins. It may be a variant of Siobhan, the Irish feminine form of John, meaning 'God is gracious.' Alternatively, it could be a modern creation combining elements of other names or sounds. The spelling Shavon adapts the traditional Irish name to English pronunciation patterns, making it more intuitive for English speakers to pronounce. This name gained modest popularity in the United States during the 1970s and 1980s but remains relatively uncommon. Shavon has a melodic quality and contemporary feel while maintaining a connection to traditional Irish naming heritage. People named Shavon are often perceived as having a distinctive yet accessible name that balances uniqueness with pronounceability.

  14. Yvette
    • Origin:

      French, feminine of Yves
    • Meaning:

      "yew tree"
    • Description:

      This French name has the elegance of other '-ette' names such as Colette and is a botanical name without being too obvious about it.
  15. Nona
    • Origin:

      Latin
    • Meaning:

      "ninth"
    • Description:

      Nona is a name sometimes given to the ninth child -- but unlikely to serve that purpose today. Musical cred: the name of a song by Motley Crue.
  16. Waverly
    • Origin:

      English
    • Meaning:

      "meadow of quivering aspens"
    • Description:

      Waverly, with its literary resonance and lilting three-syllable sound, could well become the next generation's successor to Kimberly. Its upper-crusty surname feel places it among the new stylish English names for girls, successors to Ashley and Whitney.
  17. Yasmine
    • Origin:

      Arabic variation of Jasmine
    • Meaning:

      "jasmine flower"
    • Description:

      Any of the Y forms, which also include Yasmeen, Yasmin, and Yasmina, make this name more unusual and distinctive.
  18. Azzie
    • Description:

      Azzie is a feminine name that likely originated as a diminutive form of names beginning with 'Az-' such as Azalea or Azriel, or possibly as a variant of Ozzie. With its zippy 'z' sound and cheerful ending, Azzie has a playful, modern quality that appeals to parents seeking something unconventional yet accessible. The name may also connect to the Hebrew name Aziza, meaning 'beloved' or 'powerful.' As a standalone name, Azzie has remained relatively uncommon, giving it a distinctive quality. The name's brevity and contemporary sound make it appealing for today's naming trends that favor short, spunky names with unusual letter combinations. Its informal, friendly nature gives it a warm, approachable character.

  19. Tabitha
    • Origin:

      Aramaic
    • Meaning:

      "gazelle"
    • Description:

      Though never as popular as the name of her Bewitched mother, Samantha, Tabitha has its own quirky, magical charm. The name of a charitable woman who was restored to life by Saint Peter in the Bible, it was a popular Puritan choice. Sarah Jessica Parker and Matthew Broderick chose it for one of their twin daughters, which gave it a slight boost. Nonetheless, Tabitha remains in decline.
  20. Myrtle
    • Origin:

      Greek botanical name
    • Description:

      Long in our category of so-far-out-it-will-always-be-out category, once seen as a gum-cracking 1940's telephone operator, we think it's time to reassess Myrtle, and look at is as a nature name, a plant with pink or white aromatic berries. Ruled by Venus, myrtle is a plant associated with love, peace, fertility and youth.

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