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- Autry
Origin:
French surnameMeaning:
"noble strength"Description:
Loose, lean, and lanky cowboy-sounding names have become a recent trend, but how about the name of a real one--the Singing Cowboy Gene. Autry might be thought of as a masculine spin on the fashionable Audrey or a fresher version of Austin or Auden.Some other cowboy surnames from the Golden Age of movie and TV westerns: Boone, Boyd, Cody, Corrigan, Gibson, Hart, Holt, Houston, McCoy and Renaldo.
- Eladio
Origin:
Spanish, from GreekMeaning:
"the Greek"Description:
Musical, with a buoyant beat.
- Pacific
Origin:
Ocean name; from LatinMeaning:
"tranquil"Description:
Pacific is an adventurous kind of place-name, with the added bonus of the association with peace.
- Iola
Origin:
Greek or WelshMeaning:
"violet; beautiful lady"Description:
Isla is hot, Iona is cool – maybe it's time Iola got a second look? Last heard from on Carol Burnett's Mama's Family show, Iola feels like just the sort of uncommon, vowel-rich, vintage name that should be ripe for rediscovery.
- Cassiane
Origin:
GreekMeaning:
"cinnamon"Description:
Cassiane, also spelled Kassiani or Kasiani, is an ancient Greek name best known as the name of a saint famous as a hymnographer. The Hymn of Cassiane, traditionally sung on Tuesday of Easter Week in the Greek Orthodox Church, is associated with fallen women. The 9th century saint Cassiane was supposed to be in love with the Emperor Theophilos, who rejected her when she proved to be more intelligent than he.
- Floretta
Description:
Floretta is a delicate feminine name with Italian and Latin origins, serving as a diminutive form of Flora. It derives from the Latin 'flos' meaning 'flower,' conveying images of blossoming beauty and springtime. This ornate variation adds the charming Italian diminutive suffix '-etta,' giving it an extra touch of femininity and grace. Though uncommon in contemporary usage, Floretta enjoyed modest popularity during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The name carries a vintage elegance that aligns with the revival of elaborate, romantic names from this era. With its melodic four syllables and botanical associations, Floretta appeals to parents seeking a name that's both feminine and distinctive, while potential nicknames like Flora, Flor, Etta, or Retta offer versatility.
- Piero
Origin:
Italian, variation of PeterMeaning:
"rock"Description:
Piero is elegant, melodic, appealing. Just picture the muted frescoes of Renaissance artist Piero della Francesca.
- Idra
Origin:
AramaicMeaning:
"fig tree"Description:
Idra is one of the less obvious botanical names. In ancient times, a fig tree was a symbol of learning, peace, and prosperity.
- Marcheline
Origin:
FrenchMeaning:
"warrior"Description:
Marcheline was the first name of Angelina Jolie's late mother, who was part French-Canadian, which Jolie and Brad Pitt used as the middle name for their twin daughter Vivienne. The name is related to the Latin Marcellus and Marcus, which come from Mars, the name of the God of War, and is often spelled Marceline. Jolie's mother's birth name was Marcia Lynne.
- Suria
Origin:
Variation of Surya, HindiMeaning:
"sun god"Description:
The graceful Indian Suria or Surya may remind Americans more of little Miss Suri Cruise than of the pantheon of Hindi gods and goddesses.
- Quintus
Origin:
LatinMeaning:
"fifth"Description:
A literary name figuring in the story of Ben Hur and the novels of Anthony Trollope that has the feel of Roman antiquity that is beginning to appeal to many parents. Quintus was one of only about twenty male first names in ancient Rome, and was often (though not exclusively) used for fifth sons.
- Fiorenza
Origin:
Italian variation of Florentia and Florence, LatinMeaning:
"flourishing, prospering"Description:
Bold and elegant, Fiorenza is an Italian form of Florence, which was used as the name of the Tuscan city in the Middle Ages. Appearing in the title of a 1907 play but Thomas Mann, it has been notably borne by marine ecologist, Fiorenza Micheli, mezzo-soprano singer Fiorenza Cossotto, actress Fiorenza Pieri, and TV personality and music artist Fiorenza Cocozza. A nickname possibility is the sparky Fio.
- Ghita
Description:
Ghita is a feminine name with origins in several cultures. In Arabic, it means 'precious' or 'valuable,' while in Romanian it's a diminutive of Margherita (Margaret), meaning 'pearl.' The name also appears in Moroccan culture. Ghita has a melodic quality with its soft 'gh' sound followed by the crisp 't'. While not widely popular in English-speaking countries, it maintains steady usage in North Africa, parts of the Middle East, and Eastern Europe. Its distinctive sound and cross-cultural presence make it appealing to parents seeking a unique yet meaningful name with international flair.
- Columba
Origin:
LatinMeaning:
"dove"Description:
Columba is an early saint's name that rhumbas to a modern beat. While the original St. Columba is male, the name sounds more appropriate for a girl in the modern world. Leave variations Colm and Callum for the boys.
- Florentina
Origin:
LatinMeaning:
"blooming"Description:
The Latin names for girls Florentina may be the most feminissima and flowery of the 'Flor" names. Another option would be Fiorentina, though you can also downshift to Flora or Florence.
- Winsome
Origin:
EnglishMeaning:
"agreeable, lighthearted"Description:
A sweet, modern descriptive name, with a wholesome and winning feel, Winsome means "appealing, fresh, simple, innocent" or "cheerful and lighthearted." Some may find it a little too cutesy, but with Dolly, Birdie, Sunny, and Blessing on the rise, it could fit right in. Nicknames Winnie and Winn are an added bonus.
- Cesare
Origin:
Italian form of Caesar, Latin, "hairy; to cut"Meaning:
"hairy; to cut"Description:
The handsome Italian variant of Caesar, a name synonymous with Julius, leadership, emperors, and salad, Cesare offers a form with plenty of flair. A rising choice in Italy where it recently made the Top 50, it is pronounced with three syllables: CHEH-za-reh (or CHEH-za-ray among English speakers).
- Ottavia
Origin:
Italian, variation of Latin OctaviaMeaning:
"eight"Description:
Softer and more romantic than Octavia, this is a name once used when it wasn't uncommon for families to have eight children. A possible substitute for the epidemically popular Olivia.
- Clemencia
Origin:
LatinMeaning:
"mild, merciful"Description:
This ancient feminine form is the kind of name your child will grow into...at least by her fiftieth birthday.
- Parthenia
Origin:
GreekMeaning:
"chaste maiden"Description:
Parthenia may be a bit unwieldy, but does conjure up majestic images of the Parthenon. It was briefly in the US charts in the late 19th century.
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