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Yadirah
Yadirah is a feminine name of likely Hebrew or Arabic origin. It may be related to the Hebrew name Yadira, meaning 'friend' or 'beloved,' with the added 'h' giving it a distinctive flair. The name…
Yadyra
Yadyra is an exotic feminine name likely derived from Spanish or Latin American naming traditions. While its precise etymology is not widely documented, it may share roots with names like Yadira,…
Yamilet
Yamilet is a feminine name of Spanish origin, combining elements of the names 'Yamila' and the French diminutive suffix '-et.' Popular in Hispanic communities, particularly in Mexico and Central…
Yarrow
Botanical name, English
"rough stream"
Yarrow is a flowering herb that grows wild in Europe and North America, and has long been used in several Native American and European cultures as a healing plant. Named for the mythical god Achille,…
Yasmeen
Persian
"jasmine flower"
One of the less frequently seen spellings of this popular name.
Yasmine
Arabic variation of Jasmine
"jasmine flower"
Any of the Y forms, which also include Yasmeen, Yasmin, and Yasmina, make this name more unusual and distinctive.
Yedida
Hebrew
"beloved, friend"
A modern (and very rare) form of Jedidah, the mother of the biblical king Josiah.
Yuki
Japanese
"snow; happiness"
Succinct and memorable, Yuki is a Japanese name, which may relate to winter or joy, depending on the kanji used. It is a unisex choice, notably borne by singer Yuki Kuramochi (stylized as YUKI).
Yuri
Japanese
"lily"
Most familiar to American ears as the Russian variation of George. Not recommended for a daughter.
Yvaine
Female variation of Yvain or Scottish
"evening star"
A mix of Yvonne and Elaine, Yvaine was first noticed in the Neil Gaiman fantasy novel and then movie Stardust , in which Claire Danes played the 'fallen star' Yvaine. This In all its forms, one of…
Yvetta
Yvetta is a feminine name of French origin, serving as a variant of Yvette, which itself is the feminine form of Yves. The name ultimately derives from the Germanic element 'iv,' meaning 'yew tree,'…
Yvette
French, feminine of Yves
"yew tree"
This French name has the elegance of other '-ette' names like Colette and Odette, and is a botanical name without being too obvious about it. Related to the sleek French name Yves, it was popular in…
Yedidya
Yishai
Zagora
North African place-name; also Swahili
If you're looking for an African place-name, this one belongs to the main town in eastern Morocco.
Zala
Ethiopian or Slovene variation of Rozalija
"a people from southwest Ethiopia; rose"
Simple but sultry.
Zarja
Slovene
"dawn"
A pretty Slovene name related to the Slavic goddess of the dawn.
Zeal
English from Greek
"passion, fervor"
An enthusiastic, upbeat choice that makes an unusual but positive word name. It might have seemed liked an odd choice a few years back, before Halo, True, Chosen, and Sunny made the rankings, but…
Zen
Japanese, form of Buddhism
Parents searching for a simple, peaceful name may be attracted to this one.
Zenaida
Greek
"the life of Zeus; dedicated to Zeus"
A powerful name with an intriguing air of antiquity, Zenaida has the freshness of Zephyr and Azalea too. Meaning "life of Zeus" or "dedicated to Zeus", it was notably borne by the first-century…