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Oral Contraceptive Trade Names

Orchid_Lover
By Orchid_Lover
Updated Sat May 20 2023
Branding is hugely important for the pharmaceutical industry. They certainly know how to pick drug names which appeal to their target audience. Obviously that is childbearing-age females for the oral contraceptives...some of these are quite appealing names, in my opinion (it's almost annoying how good they are at their job!)
  1. Nora

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Honora or Eleonora, Latin

    • Meaning:

      "honor or meaning unknown"

    • Description:

      Nora is a lovely, refined name that conjures up images of Belle Epoch ladies in fur-trimmed coats skating in Central Park. Long seen as a quintessentially Irish name though its roots are not in Ireland, Nora is a quietly stylish favorite that's tiptoed to the top of the popularity ladder.
  2. Zara

    • Origin:

      Hebrew and Arabic

    • Meaning:

      "blooming flower; God remembers"

    • Description:

      Zara has multiple origins, but most notably is a variation of Zahrah, a name derived from the Arabic zahrah, meaning "blooming flower." Zara can also be a diminutive of the Bulgarian name Zaharina, a feminine form of the Hebrew Zechariah. Today, Zara is heavily associated with the Spanish fast-fashion empire of the same name.
  3. Camila

    • Origin:

      Spanish variation of Camilla

    • Meaning:

      "young ceremonial attendant"

    • Description:

      The Spanish Camila, pronounced ka-MEE-la, is the fastest rising version of this ancient Roman name, but recent royal Camilla may have helped promote the British brand.
  4. Heather

    • Origin:

      English botanical name

    • Meaning:

      "small shrub"

    • Description:

      This flower name was one of the most popular in her class in the seventies and eighties, a fact reflected in the 1989 movie Heathers, in which every snobby girl in the high school clique bears the name. Now, though still pretty and evocative of the Scottish moors, it has faded in favor of other purplish blooms. It fell out of the Top 1000 in 2016 after having been as high as Number 3 in 1975, when it was given to close to 25,000 girls. Across the pond in the UK however, it remains near the latter end of the Top 1000.
  5. Yasmin

    • Origin:

      Persian

    • Meaning:

      "jasmine flower"

    • Description:

      This name, whose sweet and fragrant floral essence has always been widespread across the Near Eastern world, has now landed on US popularity lists in a variety of spellings. It's been dropping precipitously over the past few years, though, perhaps due to a combination of tensions in the Middle East and the fading fashion status of Jasmine itself.
  6. Portia

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "pig"

    • Description:

      Portia is a perfect role-model name, relating to Shakespeare's brilliant and spirited lawyer in The Merchant of Venice, and is now also a Hunger Games name .
  7. Leena

    • Origin:

      Finnish and Estonian diminutive of names ending in -leena or -lena

    • Description:

      Leena is the form of Lena found in Finland and Estonia. It sits just outside the Top 1000 in the US, where it may be used as a Lena alternative that avoids pronunciation confusion.
  8. Junel

    • Description:

      Junel is a feminine name that likely originated as a variant of June or as a blend of June and the French '-elle' suffix. The name evokes the freshness of early summer, as June derives from the Roman goddess Juno, patroness of marriage and childbirth. Junel has a delicate, melodic quality with its soft consonants and flowing sound. While relatively uncommon in mainstream usage, the name occasionally appears in Filipino naming traditions. Junel carries a bright, optimistic character suited to a child born in the summer months, though it's chosen year-round for its pleasant sonority. The name balances familiarity and uniqueness, being recognizable in form while distinctive enough to stand out.
  9. Daysee

    • Description:

      Daysee is a feminine name that serves as a creative, phonetic spelling of Daisy. While the traditional Daisy derives from the Old English 'daeges eage' meaning 'day's eye' (referring to the flower that opens at dawn), this variant spelling gives the classic name a more contemporary, distinctive appearance. The name connotes freshness, innocence, and natural beauty through its floral associations. Though less common than the traditional spelling, Daysee appeals to parents seeking familiar sounds with unique written presentation. The name's cheerful, bright associations and connection to nature make it perennially appealing, while this particular spelling variation emerged primarily in the late 20th century as part of trends toward creative orthography in naming practices.
  10. Errin

    • Description:

      Errin is a feminine name that likely developed as a spelling variation of Erin, which is derived from 'Éirinn,' the dative form of 'Éire,' the Irish Gaelic name for Ireland. The doubled 'r' adds a distinctive touch while maintaining the same pronunciation. Errin shares the cultural associations with Ireland and its poetic meaning, sometimes interpreted as 'peace' or 'from the island to the west.' While less common than Erin, this spelling has appeared in usage since the late 20th century, particularly in North America. The name has a gentle, feminine quality combined with the strength of its Celtic heritage, making it appeal to parents seeking a name with cultural depth and a slightly uncommon spelling.
  11. Lyza

    • Description:

      Lyza is a feminine name that serves as a modern, streamlined variant of Elizabeth, Eliza, or Lisa. With its crisp, contemporary spelling, Lyza offers a fresh take on these traditional names while maintaining their essential sound and character. The name is concise yet melodic, with the 'z' adding a distinctive touch of uniqueness. Elizabeth, from which Lyza ultimately derives, has Hebrew origins meaning 'God is my oath' or 'God's promise.' As a shorter form, Lyza strips away some of the formal quality of Elizabeth while preserving its feminine essence. Though uncommon, Lyza appeals to parents seeking a name that feels both familiar and distinctive, with an energetic, modern vibe. Its simplicity makes it easy to spell and pronounce despite its relative rarity.
  12. Wera

    • Description:

      Wera is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins. In Slavic languages, particularly Polish, it's a variant of Vera, meaning 'faith.' The name also appears in Germanic contexts as a variation of Vera or potentially related to names containing the element 'wer' meaning 'true' or 'faithful.' In some Baltic cultures, Wera has independent usage as well. Throughout the 20th century, Wera remained relatively uncommon in English-speaking countries but had more presence in Eastern Europe, Scandinavia, and Germany. The name carries a strong, concise quality with just two syllables, making it cross cultural boundaries easily. Today, Wera remains an understated choice that offers simplicity and a subtle international flair while maintaining its connection to the virtue of faith.

  13. Cesia

    • Description:

      Cesia is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may derive from the Latin name 'Caesia,' meaning 'bluish-gray,' often referring to eye color. Alternatively, it could be a variation of Cesiah or a feminine form of Caesar, meaning 'hairy' or 'head of hair' in Latin. In some Hispanic communities, Cesia is used as a variation of Cecilia. The name remains relatively uncommon in English-speaking countries but has some usage in Latin American communities. Cesia has a gentle, flowing sound with a distinctive quality that sets it apart from more common names. Its rarity makes it an intriguing choice for parents seeking something melodic yet unusual.
  14. Altavera
    • Alyacen
      • Amethia
        • Apri
          • Aranelle
            • Aviane
              • Azurette