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By gabhart
Updated Mon Feb 26 2024
  1. Alina

    • Origin:

      Slavic, Germanic, Arabic, Scottish

    • Meaning:

      "bright, beautiful; noble; delicate, soft; defending men"

    • Description:

      Alina has been drifting up the US popularity charts since the early 1980s, and now sits in in the Top 200. But Alina's real strength is in its international flexibility: The name ranks highly in a wide range of European, English speaking, and Latin American countries.
  2. Aslan

    • Origin:

      Turkish

    • Meaning:

      "lion; fearless"

    • Description:

      Aslan, derived from the Old Turkic word arslan, meaning "lion," is best known in the West as the name of the heroic lion in C.S. Lewis' "Chronicles of Narnia" series, who serves as an allegorical stand-in for Jesus Christ. It was also used as a positive epithet for several Turkish emperors in the Middle Ages.
  3. Rena

    • Origin:

      Hebrew, Greek, Estonian, Scandinavian, German, Punjabi

    • Meaning:

      "joyous melody; peace; reborn; to remain"

    • Description:

      Rena is a Hebrew name all on its own and is also a European short form of Irene, Irini, Renata, and Renate. In Punjabi, Rena means "to remain".
  4. Amir

    • Origin:

      Arabic or Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "prince, ruler; treetop"

    • Description:

      Concise, familiar and multicultural, Amir enjoys widespread popularity around the world. A common name in the Middle East and across Africa, it has been on the rise in the US since the late 70s, and in a recent year, sat within the Top 100.
  5. Miran

    • Origin:

      Slovene, Persian, Kurdish, Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "peace, world; prince; to sing + light"

    • Description:

      Just as internationally appealing as its feminine form, Mira, Miran is a name with multiple origins that is popular in Turkey, Azerbaijan, The Netherlands, and the UK.
  6. Amina

    • Origin:

      Arabic

    • Meaning:

      "trustworthy, faithful; feel safe"

    • Description:

      Light and beautiful, but equally solid and versatile, Amina is a name of Arabic origin that is used internationally. Popular in Russia, the UK, Azerbijan, Belgium and Sweden, the name has also climbed the US charts in recent years and is now in the Top 400.
  7. Elisa

    • Origin:

      Spanish and Italian, diminutive of Elizabeth

    • Description:

      Elisa is one of the most appealing of this contingent of Elizabeth-related names. In the US, Eliza is much more stylish these days, but Elisa is very popular internationally — especially in Europe and Latin America.
  8. Alisa

    • Origin:

      Variation of Alice, or Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "noble; great happiness"

    • Description:

      Alisa is variation of Alice with a touch of international flair. Used in Russia, Ukraine, Georgia, Estonia and Poland, it is also familiar in English speaking countries too. As a Hebrew name, Alisa has a bright, cheerful meaning, that adds another layer to the name.
  9. Milana

    • Origin:

      Italian

    • Meaning:

      "from Milan"

    • Description:

      This makes Milan sound like less of a place, more of a name.
  10. Ruslan

    • Origin:

      Slavic from Turkic

    • Meaning:

      "lion"

    • Description:

      A fairly common name in many Slavic countries, especially Russia – perhaps in part because it sounds close to the name of the country, although the two words are unrelated etymologically. The name Ruslan was used by Russian poet Alexander Pushkin for the hero of his epic poem Ruslan and Ludmila, based on Russian and Tatar folktales about the hero Yeruslan Lazarevich. Yeruslan or Uruslan is a Tatar name likely deriving from Turkic arslan "lion".
  11. Jasmin

    • Origin:

      Variation of Jasmine, a Persian flower name

    • Meaning:

      "jasmine flower"

    • Description:

      Jasmin doesn't have the grace of Jasmine (which in 2016 ranked at 122 in the US Top 1000), but it is far more preferable to the trendier versions doing the rounds like Jazmin or Jazzmyn. If you are looking for a more unusual variant try Yasmin or Jessamine.
  12. Esma

    • Origin:

      Turkish, Bosnian

    • Meaning:

      "supreme"

    • Description:

      Turkish and Bosnian form of the Arabic name Asma, with the powerful meaning of "supreme".
  13. Ali

    • Origin:

      Arabic

    • Meaning:

      "supreme, exalted"

    • Description:

      This is one of the ninety-nine attributes of Allah, deemed by Muhammad to be a recommended name for a male child. In this country, it's been primarily associated with boxing immortal Muhammad Ali, known as "the greatest." But Ali is also one of the most popular unisex names for both boys and girls.
  14. Alparslan

    • Origin:

      Turkish

    • Meaning:

      "heroic lion"

    • Description:

      Alparslan is a combination of the Turkish words alp, meaning "hero," and arslan, "lion." The name is a reference to Alp Arslan, the title given to 11th-century Seljuk sultan Muhammad bin Dawud Chaghri when his army defeated the Byzantines.
  15. Zeyd

    • Description:

      Zeyd is a masculine name with Arabic origins, traditionally spelled as Zayd in Arabic. The name carries significant historical importance in Islamic tradition as Zayd ibn Harithah was an adopted son of the Prophet Muhammad. Zeyd means 'growth' or 'abundance' in Arabic, symbolizing prosperity and development. The name has maintained steady usage in Muslim communities worldwide but has only recently begun gaining recognition in Western countries. This alternative spelling with 'ey' instead of 'ay' gives the name a slightly more modern feel while preserving its traditional roots. Zeyd offers parents a name that is both culturally rich and relatively uncommon in Western contexts, making it distinctive yet meaningful.

  16. Zümra

    • Origin:

      Turkish

    • Meaning:

      "emerald"

    • Description:

      Zümra is derived from the Turkish word for "emerald," zümrüt and is very popular in Azerbaijan and its native Turkey. The Ü in Zümra is pronounced with a short U sound similar to the ou in words like "should" and "could."
  17. Derya

    • Origin:

      Turkish

    • Meaning:

      "sea"

    • Description:

      Derya is a unisex name in its native Turkey, though even there it is far more popular for women than for men. It is related to the Persian name Daria, which also means sea.
  18. Fuad

    • Description:

      Fuad is a masculine name of Arabic origin meaning 'heart' or 'inner core.' Well-established throughout the Middle East and Muslim communities worldwide, Fuad has been borne by numerous politicians, artists, and scholars across history. The name carries connotations of emotional depth, sincerity, and central importance—all qualities associated with the heart. Fuad is appreciated for its brevity and international pronounceability, making it accessible across cultural boundaries while maintaining its Arabic roots. Though less common in Western countries, it has gained recognition through global migration and cultural exchange. Parents might choose Fuad for its meaningful symbolism and its balance of strength and sensitivity. Its short, distinctive sound is both memorable and easy to pronounce in multiple languages.

  19. Cavidan

    • Origin:

      Persian, Turkish, Azerbaijani

    • Description:

      A unisex name with great nickname potential, currently particularly popular for boys in Azerbaijan.
  20. Elmir

    • Origin:

      Azerbaijani, English

    • Meaning:

      "nobleman; world or country commander; ruler of the people"

    • Description:

      Elmir can either be an alternative form of the Old English Elmer, tying it to nobility and fame, or it is a popular Azerbaijani choice that blends the Turkic element el with the Arabic amir to form a name with a commanding meaning but gentle sound.