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Ada is one of the classic baby names for girls that is suddenly super stylish again. A favorite at the end of the nineteenth century, Ada is an alternative to the over-popular Ava. Ada is also part of the trend toward simple, old-fashioned names beginning with a vowel, like Ivy and Ella.

Adelina is back in the Top 1000 after an absence of nearly a century, thanks to the meteoric rise of her sister name Adeline -- along with Adelaide, Adele, and Ada.

Alethea, the name of the Greek goddess of truth, came into fashion in England in the 16th century, in tandem with the virtue names. Alethea may find new favor now as one of the goddess names stylish for baby girls.

Amabel is an older name than Annabel and a lot more distinctive. Amabel was a very common name in the twelfth and thirteen centuries, then was revived during the nineteenth century British fad for medieval names.

Britton, technically a spelling variation of Britain, is much more popular that the original place name for both boys and girls. There are about three baby girls named Britton for every four boys, making it a truly nonbinary choice.

Delicate and gentle old-fashioned name, the kind found in early English poetry. While Corinna and the original Green Korinna are technically diminutives of the ancient Kore, now the popular Cora, this name will often be mistaken for other similar-sounding though unrelated names, such as Karenna. But it's pretty and is backed by more tradition than you'd guess.

Delia is a somewhat neglected southern charmer that stands on its own but also might be short for Adelia or Cordelia.

Edie is part of the Evie-Ellie et al family of cute and friendly short forms that sometimes stand on its own. Briefly popular in the 1960s, it could well be due for rediscovery. It's already a fashionable choice in the UK, where it has ranked just outside the Top 100 for several years.

Edith was a hugely popular name a hundred years ago that's being revived among stylish parents in Stockholm and London. It's currently beginning to gain traction in the US among those with a taste for old-fashioned names with a soft but strong image.

Elenor is a feminine name serving as a variant spelling of Eleanor, which has deep historical roots. Originating from the Occitan name Aliénor, it was introduced to England by Eleanor of Aquitaine in the 12th century. The name combines elements meaning 'other' or 'foreign' and has connections to the Greek name Helen. Elenor maintains the elegant, classic appeal of the original while offering a slightly simplified spelling. Throughout history, the name has experienced waves of popularity, though this specific spelling has remained less common than Eleanor. The name evokes images of strength and dignity, influenced by notable bearers like Eleanor Roosevelt. Elenor carries an air of timeless sophistication with a subtle contemporary twist.

While the etymology of the name is unclear, it's most likely a contraction of Eliora or Elnora. Despite the uncertain heritage, it's a winning construction, based on its El- prefix, the feminine three-syllable flow, and the a ending. It debuted in the US Top 1000 in 2015, and by 2023, Elora was one of the fastest rising girl names.

An old name, with a history separate from Emily and Emma and a different kind of vintage feel, that's a possible alternative to top-of-the-pops names. More common spelling is Emmeline.

A variation of mega popular name Emma and all of her cousins, Emmie came back to the US Top 1000 for the first time in 80 years in 2016. It's phonetically the same as more popular Emmy, but this option may avoid the award show connection. We could see it rising in future years.

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 that it is "alone" spelled backwards; it's familiar but not popular. For many decades, however, it was known only in relation to the plane that dropped the atomic bomb on Hiroshima, the Enola Gay, and has been understandably avoided.

Eula is a slightly sweeter and more compact version of Eulalia. Currently, neither name is given to more than a handful of girls each year. Eula was fairly popular in the US during the early twentieth century, and she last ranked in the Top 1000 in 1960.

Evalee combines elements of classical and modern naming traditions, blending the timeless 'Eva' with the melodic suffix 'lee.' Eva derives from Hebrew, meaning 'life' or 'living one,' while the 'lee' element adds a flowing, feminine quality common in contemporary naming patterns. This compound structure creates a name that feels both familiar and distinctive. Evalee carries a gentle, vintage charm reminiscent of early 20th century naming styles, yet remains relatively uncommon. The name has a lyrical quality when spoken and evokes images of sweetness and grace. While similar to names like Everly or Evalyn, Evalee stands apart with its unique combination of simplicity and musicality.

Evaleen is a delicate feminine name with Irish and English origins, a variation of Evelyn or a combination of Eva and the suffix '-leen.' It emerged in the early 20th century when elaborate variations of traditional names were fashionable. The name carries meanings associated with its root forms: 'life,' 'light,' or 'bird-like' from Eva/Eve, combined with the diminutive ending that adds a sense of endearment. While never reaching widespread popularity, Evaleen experienced modest use in English-speaking countries during the early 1900s before declining. It maintains an antique charm and lyrical quality that appeals to parents seeking a vintage name with Irish connections and a soft, melodious sound.

Evaline may be unusual, but there are so many stylish names around right now that sound like it, from Eva to Evelyn to Adeline, that it will feel less distinctive than it is.

Evanna is the name of a Harry Potter actress who pronounces it ee-vah-na. This might be considered another international feminine form of the many variations of John; Ivana, Giovanna, and even Joan are cousins of Evanna. It could also be a compound name, combining Eva and Anna.

A popular name in the Middle Ages, Evelina was eclipsed by Evelyn in the last century, but has a chance at a well-deserved comeback now, fitting right in with the other Ev-names. Like Evelyn, it derives from the Norman name Aveline.