Beautiful Ladies
- Hadasa
Description:
Hadasa is a feminine name of Hebrew origin, a variation of Hadassah, which means 'myrtle tree.' In the biblical Book of Esther, Hadassah was the Hebrew name of Queen Esther before she became royalty. The myrtle tree symbolizes peace and prosperity in Jewish tradition, giving the name rich cultural significance. This particular spelling, Hadasa (with one 's'), represents a simplified version that maintains the name's essential pronunciation and meaning. The name carries connotations of hidden beauty, courage, and divine providence from its biblical connections. While less common than some biblical names, Hadasa appeals to parents seeking names with religious significance, historical depth, and a balance between uniqueness and recognizability. Its melodic quality and meaningful heritage make it a thoughtful choice with timeless appeal.
- Lotus
Origin:
GreekMeaning:
"lotus flower"Description:
A flower name containing both beauty and power, Lotus has significance in both Buddhism and Hinduism, symbolizing purity, grace and spiritual growth — not to mention a familiar yoga position.
- Cleopatra
Origin:
GreekMeaning:
"glory of the father"Description:
A royal name in ancient Egypt that's never quite made it to the modern world, though nickname Cleo is widely used. Other now-extinct Cleopatra diminutives, including Cleora and Cleola, achieved some popularity in the early 20th century when there was a crazy for all things Egypt-related as the ancient tombs were opened and artifacts displayed. In the US, Cleopatra became a popular silent film in 1917 starring Theda Bara.
- Isolde
Origin:
Welsh, GermanMeaning:
"ice ruler"Description:
Sleek, sharp, and soulful, Isolde is the German form of Iseult, the fabled lover of Tristan in the Arthurian romances. First appearing in the 12th-century, the name was fairly popular in the form of Iseult, Yseut, Yseult, and Ysolt, however, it wasn't until the 19th-century that this form began to catch on, after the composer Richard Wagner used it for his 1865 opera (and for his own daughter!)
- Astria
Description:
Astria is an elegant feminine name that evokes celestial imagery. It likely derives from the Greek word 'astron' meaning 'star,' connecting it to similar names like Astrid or Astra. The name carries connotations of brilliance, light, and the heavens, suggesting someone who shines or stands out. Astria has a lyrical, almost mystical quality that appeals to parents drawn to names with cosmic or nature-inspired meanings. While uncommon in traditional naming records, Astria fits well with contemporary interest in distinctive names with ancient roots and meaningful associations. Its combination of melodic sounds and celestial meaning gives it a sophisticated yet accessible quality, appealing to those seeking something uncommon but not entirely unfamiliar.
- Clodagh
Origin:
Irish river nameDescription:
A popular choice in Ireland, Clodagh was the name of a river and later a saint. The "cloddy" aspect of the name has prevented it from spreading beyond Ireland, but that could change with the rise of other Irish choices like Maeve and Orla.
- Aisling
Origin:
IrishMeaning:
"dream, vision"Description:
Aisling is currently a very popular Irish name for girls. Pronounced variously as ASH-ling, ASH-lin or ash-LEEN, it was part of the revival of authentic Irish names in the twentieth century, and is now being sparingly used by U.S. parents in place of the dated Ashley--though often spelled phonetically as Ashlyn or Ashlynn.
- Lux
Origin:
LatinMeaning:
"light"Description:
This name of a character played by Kirsten Dunst in the movie Virgin Suicides, originally a novel by Jeffrey Eugenides, is gaining attention, also thanks to the heroine Lux, Lady of Luminosity in the League of Legends games. Luz is the Spanish version.
- Narcissa
Origin:
GreekMeaning:
"daffodil"Description:
This Greek flower and mythological choice doesn't make it into the pantheon of possibilities because of its association with narcissism. But narcissa is December's flower of the month, so Narcissa and Daffodil theoretically make perfect names for December babies.
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