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Faisal
Arabic
"resolute"
A Saudi Arabian royal name that has remained within its own culture.
Gaius
Latin
"to rejoice"
Stately Gaius (pronounced GUY-us) was in the name of many ancient Romans, including Julius Caesar. Little-used before the year 2000, it now feels like a fresh possibility in the revival of Latin…
Zephyr
Greek
"west wind"
If you're looking for a name that's light and breezy, this could be it. A name from mythology: Zephyrus/Zephyr was the Greek god of the west wind, and with its similarity in sound to the likes of…
Amynta
Amynta is a rare feminine name with classical Greek origins, potentially derived from the Greek word 'amyntor' meaning 'defender' or 'protector.' This uncommon name carries an ancient, poetic…
Agriea
Dolce
Italian
"sweet"
Dolce is the Italian word for "sweet," derived from the Latin word dulcis of the same meaning. It's a rare feminine first name in Italy, more often seen as a surname, as in that of Domenico Dolce,…
Elethia
Elethia is a feminine name of uncertain etymology, possibly related to Greek roots or a variant of Alethea, which means 'truth' in Greek. This rare and melodious name has a lyrical quality with its…
Fiamma
Italian
"flame"
Fiery names are blazing hot right now, and this one would fit right in.
Klee
German and Jewish surname
"clover"
The whimsical quality of the work of Swiss artist Paul Klee is somehow reflected in his name, although many would mispronounce it to rhyme with key. Say it like clay.
Kloris
Kloris is an uncommon feminine name that appears to be a modern variation of Chloris, a figure from Greek mythology. In Greek, Chloris was the goddess of flowers and spring, with her name deriving…
Oona
Irish, variation of Una
"lamb"
Oona is a name made famous by Eugene O'Neill's daughter, who became Charlie Chaplin's wife. One of the original Oona's granddaughters was named after her, and is now an actress famous in her own…
Phaidra
Phaidra is a feminine name with ancient Greek origins. Derived from the Greek word "phaidros" meaning "bright" or "radiant," it embodies qualities of luminosity and brilliance. In Greek mythology,…
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…
Sascha
German variation of Sasha
"defending warrior"
Largely male throughout Europe, this name--spelled with or without the c , is an energetic choice that has really taken off for girls here; it's been used for the daughters of Steven Spielberg, Jerry…
Tabia
East African, Swahili
"talents, gifts"
Has a feminine feline feel.
Xanthe
Greek
"golden, yellow"
X marks the spot in names these days, usually at the middles or ends of names, but here is one that puts it squarely up front. This extravagant name, which, like many Greek names beginning with X, is…
Yonina
Feminine variation of Jonah, Hebrew
"dove"
Unlikely to catch on the way the male original has, though it may appeal to some parents as a more formal version of Nina.
