Female and male names most popular since 1880 - page 1315.
Cynthis
Cynthia is a feminine given name of Greek origin meaning 'woman from Kynthos', with famous bearers including Cynthia Nixon and Cynthia Stevenson.
Dag
Norse origin, derived from "dag" meaning 'day'. It was popular among Vikings who believed it brought good fortune and strength. In Norse mythology, Dag personifies daylight, riding his horse Skinfaxe across the sky each morning. Once prevalent in medieval Scandinavia, Dag remains popular today in Nordic countries.
Dakyla
Distinctive African name of Yoruba origin with no direct English translation or specific meaning.
Dandra
Enigmatic girls' name of uncertain origin, often associated with attributes like daring and independence, and sometimes connected to nature-inspired concepts.
Dannilynn
Unique, modern Hebrew name meaning 'God is my judge'.
Darias
Rare Basque name believed to mean "to give" or "to grant," honoring generosity.
Dazja
Original, recently coined name with no known origin or fixed meaning.
Dearrius
Uncommon yet distinctive name of African origin, specifically from the Igbo tribe in Nigeria. Its name means "birth of the sun," symbolizing new beginnings and hope.
Delitha
Uncommon yet captivating name of unknown origin, with no clear etymology or historical precedents.
Delphis
Rare, Greek-derived name meaning 'womb' or 'matrix', associated with Apollo's oracle at Delphi and the zodiac sign Aquarius. It has historical significance, including Saint Delphinus, and is chosen today for its uniqueness and cultural richness.
Demtrius
Demetrius is a Greek-derived name originally given on the third day after parents' wedding, meaning 'of the people'.
Deshawnda
Captivating African American feminine given name derived from the combination of Deshawn ('handsome') and Candace ('queen').
Develle
Rare yet historically significant French name meaning 'to descend' or 'fall'.
Dixi
Rare Latin-derived name, meaning 'I have spoken', originating from the phrase 'dixi'.
Dorisann
Rare Latin-derived female name, possibly from 'dorsum' (back), though its true origins are uncertain. It gained popularity in 19th-century France, potentially as a feminine form of Doris or variant of Dorothea ('gift of God'). Despite limited recognition today, it remains an elegant choice.
Dustyn
Rare, distinctive American male name, potentially derived from 'Dustin' or ancient Old Norse elements, popularized in late 20th century U.S.
Edmund
Classic boy's name of English origin, derived from the Old English elements "ead" meaning wealth or prosperity, and "mund" meaning protection.
Eiji
Male Japanese given name derived from '英' (heroic) and '二' (two), meaning 'Hero twice born'.
Eirini
Captivating Greek feminine name derived from the word 'eirēnē', meaning 'peace'. It has rich historical roots in ancient Greek culture and mythology.
Ekamjot
Unique Punjabi name meaning 'oneness', popularized among Sikhs who believe in the unity of all through their faith in one divine force.
Emmauel
Emmanuel is a Hebrew name meaning 'God with us'.
England
English name directly translating to 'England', originating over a thousand years ago from Old English words referring to the land of the Angles.
Erioluwa
Unique Yoruba name meaning "God creates prosperity".
Eshwar
Uncommon yet captivating Indian name derived from Sanskrit, meaning "the Lord who exists".
Eslie
Unique Hebrew name derived from "Eliezer," meaning "God is my help.
Estal
Estel is a Catalan unisex name meaning 'star', derived from 'estela'. It denotes brightness, historically given to wise girls under Virgo, now popular worldwide.
Estol
Uncommon name of uncertain origin, with theories suggesting it may be derived from the Hebrew name Esther or the Basque surname Echeverría.
Etherine
Rare Greek feminine name derived from "aither," meaning "upper air" or "heavenly." It signifies the sky, clouds, or celestial realm and is associated with purity, lightness, and elevation.
Evelen
Rare German name derived from "awil" (ancestor) and "hild" (battle), signifying "ancestral battle".
Evyanna
Unique Hebrew name composed of "Eve" (life) and "Yanna" (God is gracious), signifying "God is gracious in giving life.
Faber
Latin origin, meaning "smith" or "blacksmith," first used for blacksmiths in medieval Europe and later adopted as a given name.
Felimon
Rare Latin name derived from "felix" (happy/lucky) and "monus" (advisor/counselor), first used by Romans wishing happiness and wisdom upon their children.
Fidencia
Latin origin name meaning "faithful," derived from the Latin word "fides" signifying faith or trust. Once popular among Roman women and European nobility, notably Lady of Gotor in 10th century Spain, Fidencia now stands as an uncommon yet meaningful choice for parents seeking a distinctive daughter's name with a rich history.
Fisher
Distinctive English name derived from the Old English word 'fisc', meaning 'fish'. It signifies independence, strength, and adaptability, much like how fish navigate challenging waters gracefully. Historically used as an occupational surname for fishermen in medieval times, Fisher has evolved into a unique given name with notable figures such as Carrie Fisher popularizing it.
Folarin
Distinctive male given name of African origin, derived from the Yoruba people of Nigeria, meaning "courageous wealth.
Genera
Rare, distinctive given name of Latin origin, derived from "genus," meaning "kind" or "type.
Giddeon
Gideon is a Hebrew name derived from "gadya," meaning "to cut down" or "to fell." It refers to Gideon, a brave warrior and judge in ancient Israel who freed his people from Midianite oppression (Judges 6-8).
Giezi
Rare Hebrew name meaning "cutting off" or "separation".
Graisen
Graysen is a recently created name, likely derived from Grayson, which means "son of the steward" or "retainer", and has gained popularity in English-speaking countries.
Graviela
Rare, feminine Spanish given name derived from 'graciosa', meaning 'graceful'. It was traditionally used in Spain to convey elegance and uniqueness.