Serious Names For My Children

Elisie

Elisie is a feminine name that likely developed as a variant or diminutive form of Elizabeth or Elise. With Hebrew origins, the root name Elizabeth means 'God is my oath' or 'God is abundance.' This…

Fable

English word name

"a legendary story of supernatural happenings"

Fable, like Story, is a word name with real potential, combining enchanted tale-telling with a moral edge. And soundwise, it would fit right in with the likes of Abel and Mabel.

Lileas

Scottish variation of Lily

Adds some thorns to the smooth texture of Lily.

Lore

Lore is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins. In German tradition, it's a shortened form of Eleanor or Lorelei, while in Spanish it can be a diminutive of Dolores. The name literally means…

Rhys

Welsh

"ardor"

Less than ten percent of the babies named Rhys are girls, whereas Reese is given five times more often to girls than to boys, thanks to Ms. Witherspoon. It's a sleek and attractive name, but one that…

Parisa

Iranian, Persian

"like a fairy"

Funny how one letter can turn a name from ordinary to special. Parisa is so much more distinctive than either Marisa or Paris, with its sparkly meaning. It ultimately comes from the Persian word parī…

Livana

Hebrew

"the moon, white"

Pretty and unusual, Livana may find a lot more fans as parents look for alternatives to Number 1 Olivia. Livana was used for only seven baby girls in the US last year.