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Believe
English word name
"accept something as true"
One of the spiritual word names that parents started to use in the 2010s.
Beloved
English word name
"beloved"
Toni Morrison, the modern master of literary names, made this one famous as the title character of a novel. But things didn't work out so well for that Beloved.
Blessed
Word name and virtue name
Blessed and Blessing are two word and virtue names getting more attention, especially among religious parents.
Bravely
English word name
"in a way that shows a willingness to face and endure danger or pain; courageously"
A striking word name that packs a punch — but the "-ly" ending may a bit more name-like than just Brave.
Calvina
Latin, feminine form of Calvin
There are several better Cal- names that don't simply echo a male form.
Corvina
Latin
"like a raven"
Corvina sounds quite similar to a car model, although it has a gorgeous meaning and could be an interesting dramatic full name for the nickname Cora.
Culture
Enola
English literary name and place name, Cherokee
"alone; black fox"
Enola has a lot of potential as a name: it includes the stylish 'nola' sound; it follows a similar letter pattern to the likes of Elora, Elara, and Elodie; it has a hint of Nevaeh about it, given…
Flavia
Latin
"golden, blond"
An ancient Roman clan name, Flavia is one choice that's unusual but historic. Now a Top 60 name in Italy, Flavia has been a rarity in the US, but with the upswing in F names for girls, this could…
Genova
Italian place name
Genova, also known in English as Genoa, is a major port in Liguria, Italy. Its attractive sound — combining elements of Genevieve and Nova — means it has occasionally appeared on the baby name…
Heavenly
Word name
Heavenly, the word that's become a name, has been flirting with the bottom of the Top 1000 for a handful of years now. Heaven and cousins like Nevaeh have been well-used so adding the popular -ly…
Ivona
Ivona is a feminine name with Slavic origins, particularly popular in Czech Republic, Slovakia, Croatia, and Poland. It's a variant of Yvonne, which ultimately derives from the Germanic element 'iv'…
Kismet
Word name
"fate"
The next Destiny? Kismet seems like it might be fated for increased use.
Kulture
English word name
"the customs, arts, social institutions, and achievements of a particular nation, people, or other social group"
Rappers Cardi B and Offset gave the truly unique word name Kulture to their daughter in 2018. Its message is more inclusive and artistic than such elevated celebrity baby names as Saint, Reign, and…
Maliah
Spelling variation of Malia, Hawaiian version of Mary
"bitter"
Maliah is a spelling variation of former First Daughter's name Malia and has seen some use since it first appeared on the US Top 1000 in 2009.
Nashira
Arabic
"the bearer of good news"
Nashira is one of those obscure space names that might rise along with such heavenly choices as Orion, Luna, and even Nevaeh. A giant star in Capricorn, Nashira is an unusual and attractive name with…
Navit
Navit is a feminine name with Hebrew origins. It is derived from the word 'navah' meaning 'beautiful' or 'pleasant.' The name can also be interpreted as 'oasis' or 'dwelling place' in Hebrew. While…
Navya
Navya is a feminine name with Sanskrit origins, popular in Indian culture where it means 'new,' 'fresh,' or 'praiseworthy.' The name carries connotations of novelty, youth, and innovation. In Hindu…
Nessa
Scandinavian
"headlands, promontory"
Like its cousin Tessa, Nessa -- a shortening of Vanessa or Agnes or Anastasia among other possibilities -- is an attractive nickname that can stand on its own.
Neva
Spanish
"white snow"
Has a pure, clean aura, but is also evocative.