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Indy River was boy, what about girls' Names?

NaomiD
By NaomiD
Updated Mon May 22 2023
Just found out I'm having a girl. Daddy and I can't agree. We'd had a boy's name sorted Indy River but can't find a girl one we both love. I like unusual names. He likes boring ones but can compromise with film or superhero references (at 30!!!). I thought I'd found the perfect one - Mary-Jane, so normal it's all the way round to being weird, but then Googled it and found out it's slang for pot. Ruined! Criteria - Sound like an F Scott Fitzgerald heroine, Sound like an up and coming Vanity Fair starlet, Sound ok for tomboy or girly girl, Movies, nature, places, warriors...???
  1. Carmina

    • Description:

      Carmina is a feminine name of Latin origin that derives from the word 'carmen,' meaning 'song,' 'poem,' or 'verse.' The plural form 'carmina' literally translates to 'songs' or 'poems,' giving the name artistic and musical associations. While relatively uncommon in English-speaking countries, it has stronger usage in Italy, Spain, and Latin American countries. The name carries a lyrical quality and evokes the beauty of musical expression and poetic artistry. Carmina's classical roots connect it to ancient Roman culture, where poetry and songs were highly valued art forms. The name gained some recognition through Carl Orff's famous musical composition 'Carmina Burana.' For parents, Carmina offers a melodious choice with cultural depth, artistic associations, and a timeless, elegant quality.
  2. Edie

    • Origin:

      English, diminutive of Edith

    • Meaning:

      "prosperous in war"

    • Description:

      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.
  3. Flora

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "flower"

    • Description:

      Flora, the name of the Roman goddess of flowers and spring, who enjoyed eternal youth, is one of the gently old-fashioned girls' flower names we think is due for a comeback— alongside cousins Cora and Dora. Florence, Fiorella, Fleur, and Flower are translations, but we like Flora best of all.
  4. Indira

    • Origin:

      Sanskrit

    • Meaning:

      "beauty"

    • Description:

      A striking and feminine possibility associated with a modern hero — longtime Indian prime minister Indira Gandhi.
  5. Nakita

    • Description:

      Nakita is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins. Often considered a variation of Nikita, which has Russian roots as a masculine name meaning 'unconquered,' Nakita has evolved to be primarily feminine in Western usage. The spelling variant with 'a' instead of 'i' gives it a distinctive character. The name may also connect to Native American origins in some contexts, where similar sounds relate to concepts of 'wild rose' or 'wilderness.' Nakita gained modest popularity in the 1990s but remains relatively uncommon. Its exotic feel, strong consonants balanced with open vowels, and cross-cultural associations appeal to parents seeking a name that sounds contemporary yet has historical depth.

  6. Rae

    • Origin:

      English, diminutive of Rachel, Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "ewe"

    • Description:

      All the old ae/ay middle names for girls are back--Kay, Fay, Mae/May, --and Rae is one of the coolest, used as such by celebrities as Mark Wahlberg and Daniel Baldwin.
  7. Scottie

    • Origin:

      English nickname

    • Meaning:

      "Scot"

    • Description:

      With its sassy, old school vibes, its cheerful, snappy sounds, and its fresh, unisex image, Scottie was one of the fastest rising names for girls in the US in 2023, and then again in 2024.
  8. Sydney

    • Origin:

      French

    • Meaning:

      "Saint Denis"

    • Description:

      Sydney was a hot girls' name in the 1990s, but she's arguably still cool. One of the original old man names adopted for baby girls, Sydney's popularity may be down but she's not out.