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cnicole630
By cnicole630
Updated Tue May 23 2023
  1. Amaryllis

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "to sparkle"

    • Description:

      If you love both unique baby names and flower names for girls, Amaryllis might be a perfect choice for you.
  2. Aurora

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "dawn"

    • Description:

      The goddess name Aurora has consistently been on the US popularity list since the nineteenth century, but has really taken off in the past 30 years. Aurora also enjoys remarkable international popularity, ranking in the Top 100 throughout the English-speaking world as well as in Italy, Spain, Norway, Switzerland, and several other European and Latin American countries.
  3. Azalea

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "azalea, a flower"

    • Description:

      Azalea is one of the fresher flower names, along with Zinnia and Lilac, that are new to the name bouquet — in fact, it entered the Social Security list for the first time in 2012. So if Lily and Rose are too tame for you, consider this brilliant pink springtime blossom with a touch of the unusual that has been growing in popularity.
  4. Aunjanue
    • Briar

      • Origin:

        English

      • Meaning:

        "a thorny patch"

      • Description:

        Fairy-tale memories of Sleeping Beauty inspire some parents—such as Rachel Bilson and Hayden Christensen—to call their daughters Briar Rose. But Briar plus a different middle name might work even better. It's one of the newly popular nature-word names, charting in the US for the first time in 2015 for both genders.
    • Bronte

      • Origin:

        Greek

      • Meaning:

        "thunder"

      • Description:

        This lovely surname of the three novel-writing sisters, now used as a baby name, makes a fitting tribute for lovers of Jane Eyre and Wuthering Heights. While the original name took an umlaut over the e, modern English speakers may find that more trouble than it's worth.
    • Connelly

      • Origin:

        Irish

      • Meaning:

        "love, friendship"

      • Description:

        Connelly is a rollicking and rare example of the popular surname genre that may work even better for girls. A huge update on Colleen.
    • Dhani

      • Origin:

        Hindi

      • Meaning:

        "rich"

      • Description:

        Dhani is a haunting Hindi name for boys that's a million miles away from the similar-sounding Danny or Donny. One notable namesake is musician Dhani Harrison, look-alike son of Beatle George. He is named after the sixth and seventh notes of the Indian music scale, 'dha' and 'ni'. 'Dhani' is also a raga in north Indian classical music. Another noted bearer is longtime NFL linebacker Dhani Jones.
    • Erin

      • Origin:

        Irish

      • Meaning:

        "from the island to the west"

      • Description:

        First-wave Irish name and place name—the poetic name for Ireland—now supplanted by newer alternatives such as Maeve and Delaney.
    • Gisele

      • Description:

        The French variation of Giselle was made famous by the spectacular Brazilian supermodel Gisele Bundchen.
    • Harlem

      • Origin:

        Place-name

      • Meaning:

        "home on a forested dune"

      • Description:

        With Brooklyn, Trenton, and Camden on the rise, Harlem can't be far behind. It's already been picked by one celebrity, and it certainly has a strong historical and cultural identity -- not to mention its similarity to other popular choices like Harley and Harper.
    • Havana

      • Origin:

        Taíno place-name

      • Description:

        Politics aside, the Cuban capital is one of the most rhythmic of place-names. The question is: can politics be put aside?
    • Hazel

      • Origin:

        English

      • Meaning:

        "the hazelnut tree"

      • Description:

        Hazel has a pleasantly hazy, brownish-green-eyed, old-fashioned image that more and more parents are choosing to share. Former Old Lady name Hazel reentered the popularity lists in 1998 and now is near the top of the charts.
    • Hudson

      • Origin:

        English

      • Meaning:

        "Hugh's son"

      • Description:

        Climbing the charts for boys, and has just begun to cross over for girls, despite the macho "hud" sound followed by the "son" syllable.
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        • Laurelle

          • Description:

            Laurelle is a feminine name that evolved as a diminutive or ornamental form of Laura, ultimately derived from the Latin 'laurus' meaning 'laurel tree' or 'sweet bay tree.' The laurel wreath has historically symbolized victory and honor in classical tradition. This elegant variation adds a French-inspired flair to the more common Laura or Lauren through its melodious ending. Though never achieving widespread popularity, Laurelle has maintained a quiet presence in the English-speaking world, particularly appreciated for its delicate, refined sound. The name peaked in usage in the United States during the mid-20th century but remains a relatively uncommon choice. Laurelle appeals to parents seeking a name with classical roots and a touch of sophisticated charm.

        • Lulu

          • Origin:

            Diminutive of Louise or Lucy, or Arabic

          • Meaning:

            "pearl"

          • Description:

            Lula has a firecracker personality, a singing and dancing extrovert. Interesting that Lulu was a Top 100 name when the Social Security list was born in 1880, but it's been sliding ever since and has not been in the Top 1000 for decades. Modern parents in love with Lulu might well reverse that trend.
        • Mahalia

          • Origin:

            Hebrew, variation of Mahala

          • Meaning:

            "tenderness, affection"

          • Description:

            An underused Biblical name, probably because it's so tightly identified with the Queen of gospel singers, Mahalia Jackson. Other variations include Mahalah, Mahayla, Mahila, Mahilia, Mehalia, Mahali, and Mahalya.
        • Nova

          • Origin:

            Latin

          • Meaning:

            "new"

          • Description:

            Nova has the feel of both newness, from its meaning, and great energy as an astronomical term for a star that increases suddenly in brightness before fading.