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Lala
Slavic
"laurel"
If it's possible for a name to be too musical, this one is.
Leala
Leala is a feminine name with Latin origins, derived from 'lealis' meaning 'loyal' or 'faithful.' This beautiful and uncommon name carries connotations of trustworthiness and devotion. While not…
Mala
Sanskrit
"necklace, garland"
Mala is one of those names that's both simple and striking, easy to pronounce yet unfamiliar to many English speakers.
Fala
Choctaw, Native American
"crow"
A strong and simple nature name from the Choctaw culture.
Hala
Arabic
"moon halo"
A simple and seamlessly international choice with a joyful sound and beautiful meaning.
Pala
Pala is a feminine name with diverse cultural origins. In Finnish, it means 'piece' or 'part,' while in Hungarian, it can be related to 'blade.' The name also has roots in African languages; in Igbo,…
Pia
Feminine form of Pius or diminutive of Olympia, Latin, Greek, Sanskrit
"pious; from Mount Olympus; beloved"
Soft, light, and international, Pia is familiar across Europe, South America, and Asia. Usually considered a feminine form of the Latin Pius — lending it a surprisingly serious and spiritual air — it…
Piala
Celtic, meaning unknown
This name of a saint martyred in Cornwall makes an unusual choice with traditional roots.
Una
Latin, Irish, or Old Norse
"one; lamb; happy"
In an epic poem, the personification of truth, beauty, and unity; this ancient name is popular in several European countries but less common in the US. The Oona spelling is slightly more popular but…
Wala
Wala is a feminine name with multicultural origins and meanings. In Arabic, it can mean "loyalty" or "devotion," making it a name that symbolizes faithfulness and commitment. In some Native American…
Yaala
Yaala is a feminine name with Hebrew origins, meaning 'to ascend' or 'mountain goat,' symbolizing grace and surefootedness. In some cultures, it's also associated with strength and determination.…
Vala
German
"singled out"
Mystical overtones.
Dayla
Feminine form of Dale or variation of Dahlia
"dale; flower"
A feminine form of the mid-century Dale, or a form of the botanical name Dahlia.
Laurella
Laurella is a delicate feminine name that serves as a diminutive form of Laura, which derives from the Latin 'laurus' meaning 'laurel tree' or 'sweet bay tree.' In ancient Rome, laurel wreaths…
Lella
Italian diminutive of names ending in -ella or Arabic
"lady"
Lella is a diminutive of names like Gabriella, Raffaella, or Donatella, conveying affection and familiarity. In Arabic cultures, Lella is an honorific title meaning 'lady' or 'madam,' used…
Latifa
Latifa is a feminine name of Arabic origin meaning 'gentle,' 'kind,' or 'pleasant.' It derives from the Arabic word 'latif,' signifying gentleness and elegance. Popular throughout the Middle East,…
Lulu
Diminutive of Louise or Lucy, or Arabic
"pearl"
Lula has a firecracker personality, a singing and dancing extrovert. Interesting that Lulu was a Top 100 name when the Social Security list was born in 1880, but it's been sliding ever since and has…
Esra
Turkish
"travel at night"
This lovely Top 100 Turkish name is related to the Arabic Asra or Isra.
Nisha
Sanskrit
"night"
Simple but sophisticated, Nisha is a pretty Sanskrit choice that hit the popularity charts in England in the late 1990s. The meaning "night" adds a slightly mystical element to name and it is a…
Sunisa
Thai
"good night"
The Olympic gymnast Sunisa "Suni" Lee was named after her mother's favorite Thai actress.