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Jessa
Short form of Jessica, Hebrew
"behold or wealthy"
Once rare, this streamlined form of Jessica has been boosted by two very different television figures: the Jemima Kirke character on HBO series Girls , and reality television daughter Jessa Duggar.…
Josepha
Feminine variation of Joseph, Hebrew
"Jehovah increases"
Josepha is less heard in this country than in other parts of the world, seen as a slightly awkward feminization a la Ricarda and Benjamina. In the U.S., Josephine or Joanna is the more usual feminine…
Josette
French,pet form of Josephine, feminine of Joseph, Hebrew
"Jehovah increases"
One of the group of French 'ette'-ending names that emigrated to this country in the last century, though never as popular as some others, such as Claudette and Paulette--it did have a little…
Juneau
Place-name
Juneau, the name of the city in Alaska, has rightfully taken a back seat as a name to the classic Juno. Most famous reference: When the pregnant teenager is introduced in the movie "Juno," the…
Kerra
Kerra is a modern feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a variant of Kiera or Ciara, which derive from the Irish 'Ciar' meaning 'dark' or 'black.' Alternatively, it could be related…
Laelia
Latin family name and botanical name
Upside: it has an interesting ancient look and feel, related to the Roman family name Laelius of uncertain meaning. There is also a type of orchid called the Laelia. Downside: possible confusion with…
Leda
Greek
"woman, wife"
Succinct and simple in spelling, Leda is a currently rare choice from Greek mythology with that appealing four-letter, ending in -a format of Lyra, Maia, Vada, Veda, and Nora. Borne by a Spartan…
Leta
Latin
"glad, joyful"
Leta has hipster cred as the daughter of cool mommy blogger Dooce. Related to the Greek mythological Leda, a great beauty who mothered another great beauty, Helen of Troy, Leta is a name that's as…
Levana
Roman, Latin
"to lift"
Roman goddess of childbirth. Levana is one of the lesser-known ancient Roman goddess names and has a somewhat synthetic feel but authentic roots.
Lucerne
Swiss place-name or Latin
"lamp"
Projects the calm and pristine image of the picturesque Swiss lake and mountain town.
Luselle
Luselle is a unique feminine name with a melodious quality. It may have evolved as a variant of names like Lucille or as a creative combination of elements from different naming traditions. The 'Lu-'…
Luneth
Latin
"moon"
With Luna's Top 10 popularity, can Luneth and other variations be far behind? Luneth is a feminine name with an ethereal quality, likely inspired by lunar elements. It appears to be a modern…
Lynwen
Welsh
"fair image"
A bit of a tongue-twister.
March
English word name
"month name"
March has never been popular as a month name, possibly because of its slightly abrupt sound. But with all kinds of month (and season, day, and holiday) names, from January to December, Sunday to…
Marielle
Dutch and French diminutive of Mary
"drop of the sea, bitter, or beloved"
Popular in France in the 60s, Marielle is one of many international variations and diminutives of Mary. While actress and author Mariel Hemingway made us aware of the more abbreviated spelling —…
Marta
Italian, Spanish, Scandinavian, Slavic
"lady"
Sharper and steelier than Martha, but with the same underused vintage appeal.
Martila
Martila is a feminine name that appears to be a variation of Martha, which has Aramaic origins meaning 'lady' or 'mistress of the house.' This melodic adaptation adds a softer, more flowing quality…
Mora
Spanish
"blackberry"
Intriguing derivation, though people will assume it's a simplified form of Maura.
Morena
Slovak, Macedonian
"brown-haired"
Morena is the goddess of seasonal rites and rebirth worshipped in Central Europe.
Melora
Greek
"golden apple"
Euphonic hybrid of the sounds of Melissa and Laura. Melora Hardin is an actress who was featured on The Office.