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  1. Diamond

    • Origin:

      Word name, English from Greek

    • Meaning:

      "diamond"

    • Description:

      Diamond sparkled all through the nineties--reaching as high as Number 150 in 1999. Although its shine has diminished quite a bit, it remains in use.
  2. Olivine

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "olive"

    • Description:

      A gem named for its green hue.
  3. Aletris

    • Origin:

      Flower name, from Greek

    • Meaning:

      "corn grinder"

    • Description:

      The bell-shaped flower Aletris is also known as Colic Root, Blazing Star, Unicorn Root, and Stargrass. Its roots have medicinal properties and are used to aid digestive and muscle problems. Its name derives from Greek aletris — an enslaved woman who ground corn — because of the mealy texture of the flowers.
  4. Mawar

    • Origin:

      Bahasa and Urdu

    • Meaning:

      "rose"

    • Description:

      Mawar is another of the "rose" variants that is almost unheard of outside its home country (in this case, Indonesia), but which deserves consideration given its lilting sound.
  5. Hadara

    • Origin:

      Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "fruit or glory"

    • Description:

      Hadara is a Hebrew name associated with the holiday of Sukkot, the harvest festival. In the Torah, the citrus fruit etrog, used on the holiday, is called a "hadar fruit".
  6. Glacier

    • Origin:

      Nature name, French

    • Meaning:

      "ice"

    • Description:

      Nature names are often associated with Spring and Summer, but Glacier is ideal for a winter baby.
  7. Quest

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "seek; mission"

    • Description:

      Cool new Q-starting possibility which suggests a sense of curiosity and purpose.
  8. Comet

    • Origin:

      word name

    • Description:

      This cosmological name has a zippy feel that might work well for the galactic parent looking for the perfect name for their own little star.
  9. Ruairidh

    • Description:

      Ruairidh is a traditional Scottish Gaelic masculine name, a variant of Rory. It derives from the Gaelic elements 'ruadh' meaning 'red' and 'rí' meaning 'king,' essentially translating to 'red king' or 'red-haired king.' The name has been used in Gaelic-speaking regions of Scotland for centuries, particularly in the Highlands and Western Isles. While relatively uncommon outside of Scotland, Ruairidh has maintained steady popularity within Scottish communities. The pronunciation may challenge non-Gaelic speakers, as it's typically pronounced 'ROO-ree' or 'ROO-uh-ree.' In recent years, as parents seek names with cultural heritage and distinctive character, Ruairidh has seen increased interest among Scottish diaspora worldwide.

  10. Erez

    • Origin:

      Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "cedar"

    • Description:

      Strong, interesting nature name reminiscent of Biblical favorites Ezra and Boaz.
  11. Sadaf

    • Description:

      Sadaf is a feminine name of Persian origin meaning 'shell' or 'mother-of-pearl.' The name evokes the beautiful, luminescent quality of seashells and the precious materials they sometimes contain. In Persian culture, it symbolizes purity, rarity, and natural beauty. While common in Iran and among Persian-speaking communities worldwide, Sadaf remains relatively uncommon in Western countries, giving it a distinctive quality while still being pronounceable. The name carries elegant associations with the ocean and precious natural elements. For many parents, Sadaf represents a meaningful connection to Persian heritage while offering a melodic, distinctive option with a positive meaning.
  12. Tan

    • Description:

      Tan is a succinct masculine name with multiple cultural origins. In Chinese culture, it functions as a surname but can also be a given name meaning 'sandal wood' or 'flat, peaceful land.' In Vietnamese, Tân means 'new' or 'novel.' In English contexts, Tan might serve as a nickname for Tanner or Stanford, or stand alone as a distinctive minimal name. Its brevity gives it a modern, clean feel that aligns with contemporary preferences for short, impactful names. The simplicity of Tan—just one syllable and three letters—makes it easy to pronounce across languages and cultures. While uncommon as a standalone first name in Western countries, its multicultural associations and minimalist appeal make it an intriguing choice.
  13. Cypress

    • Origin:

      Botanical name

    • Description:

      Lovely entry into the tree name genre, joining Juniper, Maple, and Willow. Nearly 200 babies were named Cypress in the US last year, about 40 percent of them female.
  14. Rabi

    • Origin:

      Arabic

    • Meaning:

      "springtime"

    • Description:

      Not to be confused with Rabbi (a Jewish leader, scholar, and teacher), Rabi is an Arabic name meaning "springtime", that also appears as Rabih and Rabeeh.
  15. Nima

    • Origin:

      Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "margosa tree"

    • Description:

      Model Trish Goff's Nima is a boy, but the a ending gives this name a feminine feel.
  16. Pua

    • Origin:

      Hawaiian

    • Meaning:

      "flower"

    • Description:

      Overly teasable.
  17. Abeba

    • Origin:

      Amharic

    • Meaning:

      "flower"

    • Description:

      Palindromic name often heard in Ethiopia.
  18. Balam
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