Female and male names most popular from last year - page 147.

Welsh name meaning "enlightened" or "flame-haired," famously borne by Merlin in Arthurian legend and several historic Welsh kings.

Elegant Italian name derived from the Latin "manuel," meaning "God with us." It gained popularity during the Renaissance and has since been adopted internationally.

Enchanting Irish name originally used for boys, derived from the Gaelic word "Éadbhard" meaning "one who has a swift seizure or possession". It gained popularity as a girl's name following the international success of musician Enya Brennan.

Distinctive Spanish name derived from "esmeralda," meaning emerald.

Uncertain origin but believed to derive from Scottish 'fae' meaning fairies or Latin 'fata' meaning fates, is rare yet notable, appearing in literature like "Lost" and geography such as the Irish town named after it.

Rare Irish origin name meaning "descendant of fair-haired warrior".

Arabic name meaning "lion", derived from the word "haadir" which means "present". It is historically significant and was often given to boys in Middle Eastern Arab communities as it symbolizes strength and courage.

Rare yet significant Welsh name derived from 'halen', meaning 'salt', and associated with the sea.

Rare Welsh name meaning "harmony" or "peaceful," derived from the Welsh word "hwyl" translating to "spirit" or "mood." Despite its rarity, Halen offers a distinctive and meaningful choice for parents seeking an uncommon yet significant name with spiritual connotations.

English given name of Germanic origin, derived from the Old German word "Herilaz," meaning "army" or "war." It carries strong, powerful connotations reflecting its military origins.

Attractive feminine name of Irish origin, derived from the ancient Irish name "Oghla" or "Ualghean," meaning "proud, eager." It has evolved over time, gaining popularity in recent years due to its association with prominent figures like American singer-songwriter Hayley Williams (born Hayleigh). Despite variations in spelling, both versions carry the same strength and confidence, making Hayleigh a distinctive choice among Irish-inspired names.

Beautiful French name derived from Jacqueline, meaning 'God is gracious'.

Uncommon yet powerful African-Latin hybrid name meaning 'twin dedicated to Mars'.

Hebrew name meaning "God will hear.

Unique, beautiful Irish name derived from the surname O'Jesselyn, meaning "hawk".

Unisex name of French origin, derived from the male given name Jean, which itself comes from the Hebrew name Yohanan, meaning "God is gracious.

English gender-neutral name, originally introduced as a pet form of Josephine in the early 20th century. It means "God will increase" or "God shall add".

Spanish-origin name derived from "joven" meaning young, often interpreted as conveying youthfulness and vitality.

Rare yet captivating Hawaiian name derived from 'kai' meaning 'sea' and 'na' meaning 'the', thus translating to 'the sea'.

Hebrew female given name that means completeness or perfection, associated with balance and harmony. It's also symbolizes strength and endurance, derived from its possible association with the Hebrew word for 'camel'.

Indian female name derived from 'Kashi', meaning 'city' or 'place'. It signifies knowledge, spirituality, and tradition.

Rare but distinctive Scottish name derived from the French name Casimir, brought to Scotland by French nobles during the Middle Ages. It does not have a specific meaning but carries a sense of history and tradition.

The Japanese name Kato originates from 'ka-ato', meaning 'small yet excellent'.

American origin name, likely created by combining "Kaye" and "Cee". It gained popularity in the late 20th century among parents seeking unique names, despite having no direct meaning or history.

Distinctive Hebrew name meaning 'east' or 'orient', associated with dawn and new beginnings, popularized from King David's son Kedorlaomer.

African Igbo origin name, unique and distinctive for both boys and girls, with the potential meaning "Born on Tuesday".

Intriguing Irish name derived from Ciarán, meaning "little dark one", associated with Saint Ciarán of Saighir in early Christian Ireland.

Arabic name meaning 'friend' or 'companion', associated with Abraham in Islamic tradition, and held in high regard within Muslim communities due to its association with the Prophet Muhammad's son.

Unique Persian name derived from "khayal," meaning "imagination" or "fantasy," inspired by Ferdowsi's Shahnameh epic poem about Khosrow and Shirin.

Distinctive given name of Hebrew origin, meaning "turbine" or "whirlwind," often associated with strength and power.

English unisex name that originated as a diminutive form of Leonard, meaning "brave lion," or from the Irish surname O'Leary, meaning "descendant of Leary," derived from the Irish word for actor/storyteller. It gained popularity in the mid-20th century due to its association with notable figures like jazz musician Lenny Bruce and musician Lenny Kravitz, as well as its use in popular culture.

Uncommon English given name derived from the Old French word 'masse', meaning 'club' or 'heavy hammer'. Traditionally used as a surname, it has gained popularity as a boys' name in recent years, symbolizing strength and power.

Unique African name of Yoruba origin, meaning 'my beloved' or 'of noble birth', reflecting the positive attributes parents hope their children will embody.

Irish given name derived from "MáElchair," meaning "my speckled one.

Uncommon yet significant African-origin name derived from the Swahili word "mahali", meaning "of good character".

Maila, of Hawaiian origin, means 'small bundle' and signifies beauty, grace, and delicacy.

Germanic feminine given name that means "loved" or "dear".

Scottish surname derived from Old French "more" meaning "big" or "large" and Gaelic "sonn" meaning "son," translating to "big son." It originally served as a nickname for the eldest son in a family, with the first recorded instance dating back to the 13th century. Today, Morrison is also used as a given name for both boys and girls.

Hebrew name meaning "pleasant" or "agreeable," inspired by the Biblical village of Naim and associated with miracles and faith.

Greek name meaning 'victory for the people', popularized through Saint Nicholas, or Santa Claus.