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Vana
By Vana
Updated Thu May 25 2023
  1. Sienna

    • Origin:

      Italian color name

    • Meaning:

      "orange red"

    • Description:

      Sienna has been a Top 100 choice in England & Wales since 2005, the year after Sienna Miller's acting breakthrough in the hit movies Alfie and Layer Cake. In the US, it also got a big boost in the early noughties, before dropping slightly then rebounding to reach an all-time high in 2022.
  2. Vienna

    • Origin:

      Place-name: the capital of Austria

    • Meaning:

      "forest stream; white foundation"

    • Description:

      Vienna is one of the more popular of the European place-names, with a particularly pleasant sound, evoking elegant images of the Blue Danube, of castles and cafes, sweets and sausages and Strauss waltzes—and Sigmund Freud. It could be a possible substitute for the popular Sienna or Vivienne, though it has been climbing the charts itself.
  3. Jenna

    • Origin:

      English, diminutive of Jennifer

    • Meaning:

      "white shadow, white wave"

    • Description:

      Jenna was first noted on the 1980s TV series Dallas, later associated with one of the First Twin Daughters. Jenna is still being used, but no longer feels much fresher than Jennifer. You can also spell it Jena, but then many people will pronounce it jeen-a, as in Gina.
  4. Brenna

    • Origin:

      Feminine form of Brennan

    • Meaning:

      "descendant of the sad one"

    • Description:

      Brenna is a feminine form of the Irish surname Brennan, or perhaps a variation of Brenda or Brendan—all of which have different meanings. Whatever its derivation or authenticity, it's a modern sounding name which has steadily decreased in popularity since 1995 when it peaked at Number 235 in the United States.
  5. Mckenna

    • Origin:

      Irish

    • Meaning:

      "son of Kenneth"

    • Description:

      Mackenzie begat McKenna - a catchy but very trendy choice. While the Mc or Mac prefix means "son of," this is much more popular as a girl name in the US, peaking at #177 in 2002.
  6. Fenna

    • Origin:

      Dutch and Frisian

    • Meaning:

      "peace"

    • Description:

      The vintage Fenna, an old lady name making a comeback in the Netherlands, originates in Friesland in the northern part of the country, where the Fries language is spoken. Rhyming with Jenna, it's both rare and familiar and could conceivably enjoy wider usage in the English-speaking world as well. Fenna is a Top 50 girls' name in the Netherlands.
  7. Morwenna

    • Origin:

      Welsh

    • Meaning:

      "maiden"

    • Description:

      Morwenna is an ancient Cornish name now being revived in Wales, deriving from a Celtic word meaning "maiden", although the Mor- syllable means that it's often associated with the sea. It's been heard in the British series Doc Martin and Poldark. Morwenna Banks is a British actress.
  8. Ravenna

    • Origin:

      Italian place-name

    • Description:

      Ravenna is a lovely, untouristed Italian place-name just waiting to be discovered. Renowned for its fantastic Byzantine mosaics, it's a city that has a rich historic and artistic heritage.
  9. Kenna

    • Origin:

      Scottish, feminine form of Kenneth

    • Description:

      Kenna is the Scottish version of Kendra, both of which are feminine versions of Kenneth. Used in the TV show Reign for one of the supporting characters.
  10. Makenna

    • Origin:

      Spelling variation of McKenna, Irish, Eastern African

    • Meaning:

      "son of Kenneth; happy one"

    • Description:

      Makenna can be considered a member of the McKenna, Mackenna, Mckenzie and Mckayla family: surname style names that are popular for girls. It translates to "son of Kenneth", or taking Kenneth's meaning into account, "son born of fire". This particular spelling peeked in 2010 when it reached #201 on the US charts, and while it remains in the Top 500, it has declined in popularity in recent years.
  11. Senna

    • Origin:

      Botanical name; Arabic

    • Meaning:

      "brightness"

    • Description:

      Senna is a flowering bush common in the tropics, with bright yellow flowers. In herbal medicine, Senna has gained some notice as the active ingredient in so-called "dieter's teas," which works mainly as a laxative. While that is a less-than-savory association, Senna has a pretty sound and is a fresh entry in the flourishing botanical names genus.
  12. Enna

    • Description:

      Enna is a feminine name with multiple possible origins, including as a variation of Anna (Hebrew for 'grace'), a shortened form of names like Ennaline or Marienna, or derived from the ancient city of Enna in Sicily. In Finnish, 'enna' means 'predict' or 'foresee,' adding another layer of meaning. This short, symmetrical name has a gentle yet distinct sound that travels well across different languages and cultures. While never widely common, Enna has seen occasional usage throughout history and across different regions. Its simplicity, melodic quality, and cross-cultural adaptability make it appealing to modern parents seeking something uncommon yet accessible with a subtle ancient resonance.
  13. Lenna

    • Origin:

      Estonian feminine form of Leonard, German

    • Meaning:

      "brave lion"

    • Description:

      There are a lot of lion-themed names in fashion these days, and Lenna is one of the more unusual. It's a genuine European short form, ala Leni, given to about 100 baby girls in the US last year.
  14. Conwenna

    • Origin:

      Cornish, Welsh or Breton

    • Description:

      Made familiar by poet William Blake. According to Blake, after her death, Conwenna "shines ... over the north with pearly beams gorgeous and terrible". Make of that what you will.
  15. Adrienna

    • Description:

      Adrienna is a feminine name that serves as a variant of Adriana or Adrienne, which both derive from the ancient Roman name Hadrianus, referring to someone from Hadria (a town in northern Italy). This particular spelling combines elements of both traditional variants, with the double 'n' adding a unique touch. The name carries connotations of strength and importance, reflecting its historical association with the Roman Emperor Hadrian. While less common than Adriana or Adrienne, Adrienna offers a slightly more distinctive option while maintaining the familiar, melodic quality of its variants. It shares the sophisticated, feminine appeal of its sister names without being overly common in most English-speaking countries.
  16. Benna

    • Description:

      Benna is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins. In some contexts, it's considered a variation of Bena, which has African roots meaning "truthful." In others, it may be a diminutive of names like Benedetta or Benedicta, stemming from Latin origins meaning "blessed." The name also appears in Hebrew contexts, where it relates to understanding or wisdom. Benna has a gentle, melodic quality with its soft consonants and ending vowel sound. Though relatively uncommon in most Western countries, the name's simplicity and pleasantly feminine sound make it an appealing choice. The name conveys qualities of truthfulness, wisdom, and blessing, making it both meaningful and charming for a daughter.

  17. Zenna

    • Description:

      Zenna is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be derived from the Greek name Xenia, meaning "hospitable" or "welcoming to strangers," or it could be a variation of Zena, which comes from the Greek word "zenos" meaning "of Zeus." Some also connect it to the Arabic name Zaina, meaning "beautiful" or "good." Zenna has a distinctly ethereal quality with its uncommon 'Z' beginning and flowing sound. Though never widely popular, the name saw modest usage in the early 20th century and has experienced small revivals among parents seeking distinctive yet melodic names. Its rarity gives it an exotic appeal while still being relatively straightforward to pronounce and spell.

  18. Gwenna

    • Origin:

      Cornish, Breton

    • Meaning:

      "white, blessed"

    • Description:

      Quirky but tough, Gwenna is a name of both Cornish and Breton origin that might work as a long form for Gwen for those unsure of Gwendolen, but fans of Tessa and Willa.
  19. Glenna

    • Origin:

      Irish

    • Meaning:

      "glen"

    • Description:

      Honoring a male relative. Be bold and go with Glenn.
  20. Nenna

    • Origin:

      Literary name and Scandinavian

    • Meaning:

      "daring"

    • Description:

      Nenna is the name of the heroine of Penelope Fitzgerald's novel Offshore, but it's also sparingly used in Scandinavia as a variant of the name Nanna. Nanna is a diminutive of various names, including Anna, Johanna and Marianne, but it's also a name in its own right, possibly meaning "daring".