Grey is the more common spelling in Britain and Australia. This color name has a softness and ambiguity which makes it equally lovely for a boy or a girl.

Madelyn is the most popular, phonetically-clear spelling of the lovely and stylish French name. Madilyn edges it toward Marilyn, though that isn't necessarily a bad thing.

Raylan may be on the rise as a baby name thanks to (male) TV lawman Raylan Givens, but the name is also occasionally used for girls: the statistical gender split is 15 to 1. The -lan ending might be thought of as Lynn-like, with Raylan an updated spin on such midcentury concoctions as Rae-Lynn.

While this name is a phonetic variant of Amaya and Amaia, its popularity could also stem from its similarity to names such as Aliyah, Amelia, and Amara too. It entered the US Top 1000 back in 2003, peaked in 2017 at #257, but has been on decline in recent years. Nevertheless, it is one of four variations of Amaia in the Top 1000 and when you combine these names together, they were collectively given to 3256 babies in a recent year, making the name *feel* or at least *sound* like a Top 100 choice, similarly popular to Ruby, Claire, Audrey, or Alice.

Like many single-syllable R names right now, Raye is on the rise.

After entering the Top 1000 in 2009, Raelyn has climbed the charts. It's ridden the coattails of Raelynn (which remains more popular), but also may be benefiting from the rise of Brooklyn. The use of -Lyn and -Lynn suffixes has grown in recent years, even as the name Lynn itself languishes.

Just when we thought Paisley couldn't get trendier, this -ee suffix showed up. Although it's not our favorite, parents are choosing this spelling more and more often.

The lynn suffix makes this one of the more feminine spellings of the popular name Jaelynn, which can also be spelling Jaelyn, Jaylin, and Jalen, among many other variations.

This variation of Aviana adds a second n, possibly to make the connection to Anna clearer. On the popularity charts, it first entered the US Top 1000 in 2011 and was one of the fastest-rising girls' names of 2016, entering the Top 500 for the first time.

If you can add Lynn to a name, someone will and Mae is no exception to the rule. This compound name sits somewhere between the mid-century charm of Marilyn, Jerilyn, and Jocelyn, and the contemporary cool vibes of Jazlynn, Oaklynn, and Emberlynn.

Londyn is now a more popular name than the original London for girls. Some parents feel that varying the spelling nudges the name away from over-identification with the British capitol. Substituting a y for another vowel is also seen by some as more feminine. For boys, London is five times as popular as Londyn -- though both variations are far more popular for girls.

Combines the prefix of Brayden and the trendy -lee suffix, and has the marks of the popular Bailey.

The most popular variation of this name for baby girls is Leighton, as in Leighton Meester, the actress who introduced her name to the mainstream when she rose to fame on Gossip Girl.

Modern, feminine form of the rustic, boyish name Harlan. With the popularity of Harley and Harlow in recent years, it is no surprise that Harlyn on the rise too. The name Harlyn was given to 134 baby girls in 2022.

Variation of the very trendy Addison, perhaps lending itself more obviously to the nickname Addy.

Blending the sounds of Bryce, Brian, Riley and Kylie, Brylee is a modern invention that ranked in the US Top 1000 from 2005 to 2022. It peaked back in 2012 when it was given to around 770 babies, but has since been in decline. Given to around 230 girls in a recent year, Brynlee and Oakley are now preferred.

Taylynn is a modern feminine name that blends the popular name Taylor with the trendy -lynn suffix. This contemporary creation emerged in the early 2000s during the rise of unique combination names. Taylynn carries the occupational origins of Taylor, which traditionally meant 'tailor' or 'clothes cutter,' infused with the melodic ending commonly found in names like Brooklyn and Ashlynn. While relatively uncommon, Taylynn has gained modest popularity in the United States, particularly in the South and Western regions. Parents often choose this name for its fashionable sound and unique quality while maintaining some connection to the more traditional Taylor. The name suggests a creative, stylish personality with a contemporary edge.

Haelynn is a feminine name that emerged in the early 21st century as part of the trend toward creating distinctive names by combining popular elements. This contemporary creation likely blends the prefix 'Hae-' (possibly from names like Haley) with the popular suffix '-lynn' which appears in many girls' names like Brooklyn and Adalynn. The name has no historical roots but follows the phonetic patterns of modern American naming conventions. Haelynn began appearing in birth records in the 2010s but remains relatively uncommon. It appeals to parents seeking a name that sounds familiar yet distinctive. The name's soft, flowing sound with its emphasis on the 'ae' diphthong and liquid consonants creates a feminine impression while its uniqueness helps it stand out among more common 'lynn'-ending names.

Lynne is a feminine name with Welsh origins, derived from the Welsh word 'llyn' meaning 'lake' or 'waterfall.' It gained popularity as an independent name in the mid-20th century, though it was initially used as a variant of Linda or Lynn. Lynne peaked in popularity in the United States during the 1950s and 1960s, reflecting the trend toward shorter, sleeker feminine names. While its usage has declined since then, Lynne maintains an air of classic simplicity and elegance. The name is often associated with qualities like intelligence and creativity. Lynne is also sometimes used as a middle name or as part of hyphenated first names like Mary-Lynne or Anna-Lynne.

Zaylynn combines the spiky letter Z with the popular lynn suffix, to make a very modern sounding name, likely inspired by Zaylen, Braelynn, Azalea and Zaylee.