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Puerto Rican Girl names ending in -y

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By jevohh
Updated Mon Aug 21 2023
  1. Ailany

    • Origin:

      Variation of Ailani, Hawaiian

    • Meaning:

      "chief"

    • Description:

      Ailany is a fun variation of the Hawaiian name Ailani that is riding the wave of similar sounding Kailani, Alani, Leilani, et al.
  2. Alany

    • Description:

      Alany is a feminine name with multiple potential origins. It may be a modern variation of Alana (feminine form of Alan, meaning 'handsome' or 'cheerful' from Celtic roots) or could relate to the ethnic term 'Alan,' referring to an ancient Iranian nomadic group. The name might also be a creative spelling of 'Eleni' (Greek for 'bright, shining light') or a modern invention combining the popular 'Alan' sound with a feminine 'y' ending. Alany has a contemporary, melodic quality that appeals to parents seeking names that sound familiar yet distinctive. While uncommon in traditional naming statistics, Alany follows current trends favoring names with flowing sounds and unique spellings. Its international feel makes it adaptable across cultural contexts.
  3. Amy

    • Origin:

      French

    • Meaning:

      "beloved"

    • Description:

      Amy is the English variation of the Old French name Amée—Aimée in modern French. Amée was a translation of the Latin name Amata, which derived from amatus, meaning "beloved." Other spelling variations include Amie and Ami.
  4. Angelly

    • Description:

      Angelly is a feminine name that appears to be a modern elaboration of Angela or Angelina, with the playful '-ly' suffix that has become popular in contemporary naming. The root 'angel' derives from Greek 'angelos,' meaning 'messenger,' which carried into religious contexts as heavenly beings. The name has gained modest usage primarily in Hispanic and Latino communities in the United States and Latin America since the early 2000s. Angelly offers parents a way to reference the traditional 'angel' names while creating something more distinctive. The name conveys qualities of sweetness and celestial beauty implied by its angelic roots, while the '-ly' ending adds a contemporary, melodic quality many parents find appealing.

  5. Angely

    • Description:

      Angely is a feminine name with multiple possible origins, most likely derived from Angela or Angelina, ultimately coming from the Greek word 'angelos' meaning 'messenger' or 'angel.' This modern variation has a delicate, ethereal quality with its soft ending sound. Popular particularly in Hispanic communities and French-speaking regions, Angely combines spiritual associations with a contemporary feel. The name has gained moderate popularity in recent decades as parents seek names with traditional roots but distinctive forms. Angely strikes a balance between familiarity and uniqueness, offering a fresh alternative to more common angel-derived names. Its gentle sound pattern and heavenly associations give it an inherent sweetness and grace that appeals to many parents.
  6. Ashley

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "dweller near the ash tree meadow"

    • Description:

      Ashley was a sensation in the 1980s and 1990s; it hit Number 1 in 1991. Ashley is still pretty but more and more parents are turning to newer names like Ashlyn and Aubrey, and spellings such as Ashleigh and Ashlea. If you hear the name Ashley in a playground today, it's more likely to be the mom than the little girl.
  7. Ashly

    • Origin:

      Variation of Ashley, English

    • Meaning:

      "dweller near the ash tree meadow"

    • Description:

      Ashley lost some of her substance.
  8. Aleidy
    • Anaily
      • Aneily
        • Ashanty
          • Betsy

            • Origin:

              Diminutive of Elizabeth

            • Meaning:

              "pledged to God"

            • Description:

              This Elizabeth nickname has a decidedly retro feel--think Betsy Ross and the Betsy Wetsy doll-- once seen as a perkier, younger-sounding alternative to Betty. But with Betty on the brink of a comeback, pigtailed Betsy could return as well.
          • Beverly

            • Origin:

              English

            • Meaning:

              "dweller near the beaver stream"

            • Description:

              The remarkable success of the girls' name Everly makes a revival of the name Beverly seem possible. More commonly a masculine name in the 19th century, it began to be used for girls in the early 1900s, reaching #14 ion the popular names list in 1937. Inspirations: Beverly Johnson was the first African-American model to appear on the cover of Vogue, Beverly Sills was a major American soprano, Beverly Cleary authored the beloved 'Ramona' books, and Beverly Goldberg is the beloved TV matriarch of 'The Goldbergs'.
          • Brandy

            • Origin:

              Dutch

            • Meaning:

              "burnt wine"

            • Description:

              The alcohol-laced member of the Randy-Candy-Mandy sorority of 1970s to 80s nickname names; now pretty much on the wagon.
          • Britany

            • Description:

              Britany is a feminine name that originated as a variant spelling of Brittany, which refers to the northwestern region of France with Celtic heritage. This streamlined spelling gained popularity in the United States during the 1980s and 1990s, reaching its peak usage in the early 1990s. Britany offers a slightly modernized take on the traditional name while maintaining its melodic quality and cultural associations. The name evokes images of the beautiful French coastline and carries a blend of strength and femininity. Though less common than the double-T spelling, Britany remains recognizable while offering a touch of uniqueness. Women named Britany often appreciate the simplified spelling of their culturally rich name.

          • Brithany

            • Description:

              Brithany is a feminine name that appears to be a phonetic spelling variation of Brittany or Bethany. If derived from Brittany, it originates from the Celtic-French region of the same name, meaning 'from Britain' or 'of British origin.' If related to Bethany, it has Hebrew roots meaning 'house of figs' or 'house of poverty,' and has biblical significance as a village near Jerusalem. The unique spelling with 'th' instead of 'tt' or 'th' instead of 't' gives the name a distinctive quality while maintaining familiar pronunciation. Brithany emerged as part of the trend toward creative spelling variations of traditional names. While not widely used, it appeals to parents seeking a recognizable name with a unique twist.
          • Britney

            • Origin:

              Variation of Brittany

            • Description:

              This abbreviated spelling, which also relates to Whitney, quickly took on a life of its own, thanks to the megafame of Britney Spears, but it's already beginning to burn out.
          • Brittany

            • Origin:

              English name of the French region Bretagne, meaning 'from Briton'

            • Description:

              Brittany first arrived on the US popularity list in 1971, and rapidly zoomed up the charts, in the Top 100 a decade later. By 1986 it had entered the Top 10, becoming the third most popular girls’ name in the country by 1989.
          • Casey

            • Origin:

              Irish

            • Meaning:

              "brave in battle"

            • Description:

              One of the original unisex Irish surname names, energetic Casey bounced onto the scene in the 1960s, then peaked in the 1980s for both boys and girls. Today Casey is having a resurgence for both girls and boys and re-entered the charts on the girls' side, likely due to the character Kayce Dutton (pronounced like Casey) on the hit show Yellowstone.
          • Cindy

            • Origin:

              Diminutive of Cynthia or Lucinda

            • Description:

              Cindy as a name in its own right made it into the Top 20 in 1957 and remained a Top 200 girls' name until the end of the 20th century. Although it's fallen precipitously since then and left the Top 1000 completely in 2015, Cindy remains a name commonly heard in the US. Today, though, it would more likely be attached to moms or grandmas than to babies.