Oral Contraceptive Trade Names

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.

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.

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.

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.