Female and male names most popular since 1880 - page 1181.
Mykeisha
African-American female given name with unknown explicit meaning, believed to blend Mike (English for "who is like God?") and Kesha (Hawaiian for "pure" or "pure joy"), possibly implying 'pure strength' or 'strength through joy'. It emerged during the late 20th century as part of a trend towards creating unique names by combining elements from popular existing ones.
Nataleah
Unique African American name derived from Natalie, meaning 'birthday of Christmas', but unrelated to religious significance.
Nautia
Latin-origin girl's name meaning "ship" or "boat", reflecting its maritime roots and historical association with those connected to the sea.
Navpreet
Indian name of Punjabi origin, meaning "new love".
Neji
Rare yet meaningful Japanese name derived from the kanji characters 根次, translating to "the next root" or "the second root," symbolizing stability and continuity.
Neshia
Uncommon yet captivating African name of Hausa origin, believed to be linked with happiness and light.
Nhyla
African name of Akan origin from Ghana, meaning "born on Friday".
Numa
Ancient Etruscan-derived name of Latin origin, once held by the renowned Roman king Numa Pompilius, who reigned from 715 BC to 673 BC. Its meaning varies, potentially signifying "habit" or "custom," or possibly referring to the nine months Numa spent mourning Romulus' death before ascending to the throne.
Omaya
Arabic name meaning "life" or "living," derived from the word "umayyah." It was made famous by the Umayyad dynasty, one of the most powerful Islamic caliphates in history, and is often associated with elegance and cultural heritage.
Onora
Rare female name of Latin origin, derived from 'honor', meaning respect or esteem.
Peregrin
Latin-origin name derived from 'peregrinus', meaning 'foreign' or 'stranger'.
Pietrina
Rare Italian female name meaning 'stone', derived from Pietro (Peter), symbolizing strength and endurance.
Princes
Distinctive name of African origin, specifically Swahili, meaning "prince" or "king".
Princetyn
Unique French given name derived from the Latin words 'princeps' and 'tignum', meaning prominent or chief.
Purl
Rare given name with unknown origins, no historical background or linguistic derivation. Its meaning remains undefined, making it a unique choice for parents seeking uncommon names.
Quaran
Arabic-origin boy's name derived from "Quran," meaning "recitation" or "reading.
Rabiah
Unique feminine Arabic name meaning 'spring' or 'autumn', associated with 8th-century Sufi saint Rabi'ah al-Adawiyya.
Ramira
Rare but captivating Spanish girl's name, potentially meaning "branch" or "growth," with uncertain origins but notable historical associations like Ramira de Lara, a medieval Spanish noblewoman.
Reesha
Exotic Indian name derived from Sanskrit 'Rekha', meaning 'line' or 'mark'. It's associated with Hindu goddess Parvati and believed to bring good fortune.
Rhyden
Welsh name derived from 'rhyd', meaning 'bridge'.
Rondo
Distinctive African American name created by Prince for his son, inspired by jazz's 'rondo' term, possibly meaning 'round' or representing life's cycles.
Sacramento
The name Sacramento, derived from the Spanish word 'sacramento' meaning sacred, is a distinctive given name of Spanish origin named after the major Sacramento River in California.
Saidi
African origin boys' name from Swahili regions of East Africa, meaning "enough" or "no more".
Salif
African name, derived from Arabic Aslim, meaning "peace" or "pure".
Salvatore
Italian male given name derived from the Latin word "salvus", meaning "safe" or "whole".
Seyla
Rare yet captivating name with unknown origins, possibly Arabic or Hebrew. Its meaning in Sumerian language is 'happy life'. Notable figures like political philosopher Seyla Benhabib have carried this vibrant and distinctive name throughout history.
Shreena
Indian girl's name from Gujarat, derived from 'Shri', meaning 'respect, wealth, prosperity', with '-na' denoting 'grace, beauty'. It's a centuries-old name signifying elegance and grace, now globally popular due to its unique sound and profound meaning rooted in ancient Indian culture.
Shriyaan
Indian boy's name derived from 'Shri', meaning 'auspicious', with '-yaan' signifying association. It translates to 'one who is luckily connected'.
Stashia
Slavic name meaning 'standing' or 'upright', popularized during medieval times among Eastern Slavs.
Tahari
Unique African name of Swahili origin, meaning "light", symbolizing spiritual illumination and guidance.
Talley
English origin, derived from the Old French word "talie," meaning "cutting tool" or "axe.
Tanetta
African-American female name of West African Mandinka origin, meaning "life".
Tashvi
Indian name derived from Sanskrit 'Tashtimah', meaning 'eight million'. It signifies versatility and creativity, inspired by Hindu mythology where Lord Brahma created eight million life forms.
Terrel
American name with Norman roots, meaning "from the terraced hill" or "from the high ground".
Thoryn
Rare Scottish name derived from Gaelic words meaning "victory" and "fair," first recorded in medieval Scotland.
Tico
Unique Spanish name from Costa Rica, derived from the suffix '-tico' meaning small or familiar, often associated with positivity due to its warm, welcoming origins.
Travanti
Rare yet distinctive male name of Italian origin, derived from the surname Traversant, signifying 'one who comes from the place of crossing.'
Travez
Distinctively American name created in the mid-20th century, its origin and meaning remain unknown.
Trevious
Modern, English name created by combining elements from Trevor, Trefor, and Maurice. It may be interpreted as "wise and brave" or "bold and powerful," but its exact meaning and history are uncertain.
Trinka
Tinka is a Czech-Slovakian name derived from 'tinka', meaning 'little bell'. It gained popularity worldwide through Božena Němcová's 1855 fairy tale about a kind-hearted girl named Tinka.