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  1. Cookie

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "cookie"

    • Description:

      Cookie is most often used as a dog name, and it should stay that way.
  2. Taffy

    • Origin:

      Welsh

    • Meaning:

      "beloved friend"

    • Description:

      A diminutive of the (male) name Dafydd, the Welsh form of David. In the US, it's strongly associated with the candy.
  3. Sugar

    • Origin:

      Word name

    • Description:

      You can call your daughter Sugar, but it's probably best to keep it as a term of endearment. For sweet names, you try Dulcie, Honey, Mitsu, Amai, Sherine, Melita, Eulalia, or Melina, but Sugar does work as a generic nickname.
  4. Strawberry

    • Origin:

      Fruit name

    • Description:

      Another entry in the fruit name category, this one borne by writer Strawberry Saroyan, granddaughter of William, so named by her hippie parents. While fruit names may become more familiar, they'll never pass without comment -- but maybe that's what you're looking for.
  5. Oreo

    • Origin:

      Invented name

    • Description:

      Nabisco has never revealed the origins of their sandwich cookie brand name, but the prevailing theory is that it was derived from Oreodaphne, a genus in the laurel family.
  6. Sundae

    • Origin:

      Word name

    • Description:

      I'm sure the parents of the six little girls named Sundae in the US last year were thinking, "well, if Nicole Kidman can use Sunday..." In this case, we think the day of the week spelling is preferable to the dessert spelling.
  7. Oreo

    • Origin:

      Brand name

    • Description:

      Oreo is a masculine name derived from the famous sandwich cookie brand introduced in 1912. As a given name, it represents a modern trend of naming inspired by consumer products and pop culture.

  8. Dulce

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "sweet"

    • Description:

      Popular Portuguese and Spanish name that refers to "dulce nombre de Maria" -- the sweet name of the Virgin Mary. English variant Dulcie has a different pronunciation, and is significantly less popular in the US, given to 8 babies compared to the 438 girls called Dulce in 2024.
  9. Tea

    • Origin:

      Short form of Dorotea or Mattea

    • Meaning:

      "gift of God"

    • Description:

      As Theo and Thea get more popular, so do Teo and Tea, short forms of the Latinate variations of Theodore and Matthew -- which include Dorotea and Mattea. But like Theo and Thea, Tea can stand perfectly well on its own and blends seamlessly into any Anglophone or European culture, if that is your aim. Some may argue that the Tea version is the prettiest and it's certainly the sleekest.
  10. Almond

    • Origin:

      Word name

    • Description:

      Gwyneth Paltrow's Apple has opened the world of botanical names beyond flowers to trees, herbs, fruits, and — why not — nuts. Cayley and Brandon Jenner have a daughter named Joan Almond.
  11. Parkin

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "little Peter"

    • Description:

      To honor an ancestral Peter.
  12. Muffin

    • Description:

      Muffin originated as an English word for a small, dome-shaped baked good before transitioning into use as a pet name or term of endearment, particularly in British and American culture. As a female given name, Muffin is extremely uncommon and unconventional, typically functioning as a nickname rather than a formal name. It evokes qualities of sweetness, comfort, and a cheerful, unpretentious nature. The name carries a distinctly informal, playful quality that might appeal to parents seeking something whimsical and unexpected. Muffin's association with warmth and home-baked goodness gives it positive connotations despite its unconventional status as a human name. While rarely used officially, it occasionally appears as a nickname for names containing 'M' sounds like Margaret, Martha, or Meredith.
  13. Peanut

    • Origin:

      Word name

    • Description:

      Peanut is a name you might call a baby in the womb, but at least one set of parents put it on the birth certificate too. General Hospital star Ingo Rademacher and his fiance Ehiku named their son Peanut Kai.
  14. Cocoa

    • Origin:

      Color and food name

    • Description:

      Do everyone a favor and spell it Coco, an up-and-coming choice.
  15. Brittle

    • Description:

      Brittle is an unusual masculine name derived from an English word referring to something fragile or easily broken. As a given name, it falls into the category of word names that have occasionally been adopted from the English vocabulary. Unlike many word names that suggest strength or positive attributes, Brittle has more complex connotations of fragility, which makes it quite rare as a personal name. It may have originated as a surname or nickname before occasional use as a first name. The name's distinctive sound and uncommon nature might appeal to parents seeking something truly unique, though its meaning associations present challenges for everyday use.
  16. Taffie

    • Description:

      Taffie is a feminine name that generally serves as a diminutive form of names like Taffeta or Taffy. Its origins are connected to the word "taffeta," a luxurious, crisp fabric, giving the name associations with elegance and refinement. Taffie has a playful, cheerful quality that evokes sweetness, possibly influenced by the candy taffy. While never reaching mainstream popularity in the United States or other English-speaking countries, Taffie maintains an endearing charm with its bright, upbeat sound. The name carries a vintage feel but with potential for contemporary appeal for parents seeking something uncommon yet accessible. Taffie remains a relatively rare choice, offering distinctiveness while still being approachable in pronunciation and spelling.

  17. Peanut

    • Origin:

      Word name

    • Description:

      Peanut Kai is the crazy celebrity baby name of the son of General Hospital star Ingo Rademacher and his fiance Ehiku. Cute but not recommended.
  18. Candie

    • Description:

      Candie is a feminine name that emerged as a diminutive form of Candace or Candice, which ultimately derives from the title of ancient Ethiopian queens, meaning "queen mother" or "clear, pure." The spelling variation with an "-ie" ending gives it a particularly sweet, playful quality compared to the more formal Candy spelling. Candie enjoyed its greatest popularity in the United States during the 1950s and 1960s, reflecting the era's preference for affectionate, youthful-sounding girls' names. The name inevitably carries associations with sweetness and confectionery. While Candie has declined in usage since its mid-century peak, it retains a cheerful, nostalgic charm that connects to mid-century American culture.

  19. Lemon

    • Origin:

      English word name

    • Description:

      Sweet but sharp, Lemon was given to a surprising 50 girls back in 2021, while in a more recent year, it was given to just shy of 30. Some parents may find it summery and refreshing, while others may feel it leaves a sour taste in the mouth; either way, Lemon sounds similar enough to on-trend choices like Lennon, Clementine, and Leni that it does have the potential to be used more often.
  20. Banana

    • Origin:

      Word name, English from Spanish and Portuguese

    • Meaning:

      "banana"

    • Description:

      Banana is one fruity name we wouldn't recommend. Pick Plum instead. There is a Japanese novelist whose pen name is Banana Yoshimoto--birth name Mahoko.