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Madelyn
By Madelyn
Updated Thu May 25 2023
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  1. Tabitha

    • Origin:

      Aramaic

    • Meaning:

      "gazelle"

    • Description:

      Though never as popular as the name of her Bewitched mother, Samantha, Tabitha has its own quirky, magical charm. The name of a charitable woman who was restored to life by Saint Peter in the Bible, it was a popular Puritan choice. Sarah Jessica Parker and Matthew Broderick chose it for one of their twin daughters, which gave it a slight boost. Nonetheless, Tabitha remains in decline.
  2. Tamsin

    • Origin:

      English, contracted form of Thomasina

    • Meaning:

      "twin"

    • Description:

      Tamsin is an offbeat name occasionally heard in Britain and just waiting to be discovered here. U.K. actress Tamsin Greig is a star of the show Episodes, Tamsin Olivier is the daughter of Joan Plowright and Sir Laurence Olivier..
  3. Tess

    • Origin:

      English, diminutive of Theresa

    • Meaning:

      "to harvest"

    • Description:

      Cosy and warm but with plenty of substance and strength, Tess is a literary diminutive that works perfectly well as a stand-alone name. Stylish in the Netherlands, it currently sits outside the Top 1000 in the US, where Tessa and Teresa are currently preferred.
  4. Theodora

    • Origin:

      Femeninization of Theodore, Greek

    • Meaning:

      "gift of God"

    • Description:

      Theodora is one of the most revival-worthy of the charmingly old-fashioned Victorian valentine names, softly evocative but still substantial, as is the reversed-syllable Dorothea.
  5. Teresa

    • Origin:

      Spanish

    • Meaning:

      "to harvest"

    • Description:

      How do you spell Teresa? Teresa, the simpler phonetic form of this name, was the most popular variation for its early life, when it was used exclusively in Spain and Portugal. Other spellings of Teresa include Theresa, the usual English form, and the French Therese.
  6. Tina

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Christina et al

    • Description:

      Tina, despite its petite and tinkly image, is apt these days to be replaced by the more elegant originals, Christina and Martina.It does have some strong namesakes, though, in Tina Turner (born Anna Mae), Tina Brown (born Christina), Tina Fey (born Elizabeth), and photographer Tina Barney (born Tina).
  7. Thora

    • Origin:

      Norse

    • Meaning:

      "thunder goddess"

    • Description:

      Thora, related to Thor, is the ancient Norse thunder goddess name that's much softer and gentler than its meaning suggests. A noted bearer is actress Thora Birch.
  8. Tansy

    • Origin:

      Flower name, from Greek

    • Meaning:

      "immortality"

    • Description:

      Tansy is a flower name rarer than Rose, livelier than Lily and a lot less teasable than Pansy.
  9. Tova

    • Origin:

      Hebrew, Swedish

    • Meaning:

      "good, pleasing; beautiful, beloved"

    • Description:

      A lively feeling choice with multicultural origins, Tova is both a Hebrew name with a positive meaning and a Swedish variant of Tove, a modern Old Norse name meaning "beautiful, beloved". In Hebrew, it would be pronounced as TOH-VAH, while in Swedish, it would be said as TOO-vuh.
  10. Tanwen

    • Origin:

      Welsh

    • Meaning:

      "holy fire"

    • Description:

      Tanwen is a far more singular and colorful alternative to Bronwen.
  11. Thisbe

    • Origin:

      Greek mythological name, meaning unknown

    • Description:

      Thisbe, the name of a beautiful but tragic lover in mythology, is lively and cute -- in a slightly thistly, prickly way. Ovid retold the story of Thisbe and Pyramus, young lovers in ancient Babylon kept apart by family rivalry, which was the inspiration for Romeo and Juliet. A modern bearer of the name is writer Thisbe Nissen.

      In Sarah Dessen's novel Along for the Ride, the baby daughter is named Thisby, nn Isby.

  12. Tuesday

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "Tiu's Day,"

    • Description:

      When actress Susan Ker Weld changed her name to Tuesday, she opened up a whole calendar of possibilities. This was decades before the arrival of Sunday Rose Urban.
  13. Topaz

    • Origin:

      Greek gem name

    • Description:

      As a name, Topaz is a quietly used option, with a distinctive ending and a sleek but sassy feel. As a golden gemstone, it is said to have energizing properties and bring good luck to those who wear it. It is also the the birthstone for November, making it an ideal choice for a spirited November baby.
  14. True

    • Origin:

      English word name

    • Meaning:

      "true"

    • Description:

      An inspirational and aspirational word name that evokes ideas of loyalty, faith, honesty, and accuracy, True is a unisex name, which is just slightly more popular for boys. Like an updated form of Trudy and Prue and with the virtuous feel of Grace, Faith, and Hope, True was given to around 200 girls in 2024 (and about 225 boys).
  15. Tali

    • Origin:

      Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "dew"

    • Description:

      Friendly and relaxed choice used by singer Annie Lennox for her daughter; Tal is a unisex Hebrew version.
  16. Thomasina

    • Origin:

      English, feminine variation of Thomas, Aramaic

    • Meaning:

      "twin"

    • Description:

      Though rarely used now that many parents would rather appropriate men's names than sweeten them with feminine endings, Thomasina does have some vintage appeal.
  17. Tilda

    • Origin:

      Estonian and Spanish diminutive of Matilda, German

    • Meaning:

      "battle mighty"

    • Description:

      Actress Tilda Swinton injected this dated nickname name with some modern charm.
  18. Theda

    • Origin:

      Short form of Theodora or Theodosia, Greek

    • Meaning:

      "gift of God"

    • Description:

      Theda is most famous as the name of silent film vamp Theda Bara. Today most fashionable little Theodoras and Theodosias are called Thea, but Theda makes an intriguing change.
  19. Tavi

    • Origin:

      Feminine short form of David or short form of Octavia

    • Description:

      Tavi has been catapulted into the spotlight by teenage fashion blogger Tavi Gevinson. This cute name, previously not on anyone's scope, could be a way to honor an ancestral David or a short form of the luscious Octavia or could stand as a perfectly stylish name all on its own.
  20. Tavie

    • Description:

      Tavie is a delicate feminine name with multiple potential origins. It may be a diminutive of Octavia, derived from the Latin word for "eighth," or it could be a Scottish pet form of names containing "tav" like Gustava. In some cases, it appears as a short form of Octavie, the French variation of Octavia. This short, sweet name carries a vintage charm that feels simultaneously old-fashioned and fresh. Tavie has never been common in mainstream usage, remaining a rare choice throughout recorded naming history. Its brevity and soft sound give it an appealing femininity without being overly frilly. The name's uncommon status makes it attractive to parents seeking something distinctive yet accessible, with historical roots but a modern feel. Tavie's gentle sound and vintage quality offer a unique alternative to more popular short names.