Female and male names most popular since 1880 - page 1516.
Ruchika
Indian name meaning "increasing light" or "radiance that grows," derived from Sanskrit words "Ru" and "chika." It has historical significance, being associated with goddesses and wise women in Hindu mythology and literature.
Rukmini
Indian name of Sanskrit origin meaning "first or best among the brilliant ones," associated with Krishna's wife in Hindu mythology.
Rushell
American invented name created by combining Russell and Michelle, without a specific meaning but often associated with qualities of both names.
Saajid
The name Saajid, meaning 'happy' or 'joyful', is of Arabic origin and has been popular among families with ties to the Middle East.
Sabriel
Australian female name created by Garth Nix, combining strength, elegance, and divine inspiration, as seen in his novel's heroine who guides spirits using magical bells.
Sabrinah
Beautiful and unique name of Arabic origin derived from Sabrina, meaning 'from the boundary of the river Severn'.
Sambo
African name of Swahili origin, meaning "wrestler," given to boys expected to be strong warriors.
Samisoni
Fijian male given name derived from "sami," meaning "to make a sound or noise." It translates to "one who makes music" and was inspired by the biblical figure Samson, signifying strength and loud declarations. While historically popular among Fijians, it's now gaining global recognition for its unique sound and cultural heritage.
Sammer
Arabic given name meaning 'summer', gaining global recognition despite its unisex and Muslim community origins.
Samuelle
Distinct Hebrew female name derived from Samuel, meaning "name of God" or "God heard," popularized in recent years.
Sancia
The Italian name Sancia, derived from 'santità' meaning 'holiness', honors Saint Sancia, a 13th-century Neapolitan noblewoman known for her kindness to the poor.
Sarada
Feminine name of Sanskrit origin meaning 'red' or 'crimson', often associated with the Hindu goddess Saraswati. Popularized by spiritual figure Sarada Devi in the 19th century, it carries rich cultural significance and has been borne by notable figures like poet Sarada Menon. Today, it remains a popular choice worldwide for its beautiful sound and deep meaning.
Sarahjean
Captivating French name composed of 'Sarah', meaning 'princess' in Hebrew, and 'Jean', meaning 'God is gracious' in Latin.
Sarahmae
Unique and captivating Scottish name derived from the surname 'Sair', meaning 'fair-haired', with the addition of the suffix '-mae'.
Sashae
Slavic-derived name with a rich history dating back centuries, meaning 'to ask' or 'request'; it was often given to girls considered destined for greatness in Russian culture.
Sentell
Modern American unisex given name created by combining Sydney and Sheldon, possibly signifying intelligence, innovation, resourcefulness, and broad perspectives. It's uncommon yet distinctive, with no historical figures associated.
Serel
Serel: A unique created name with no traditional etymology, widely interpreted as 'star' or 'angel', embodying creativity and individuality.
Serigo
Rare Italian given name with uncertain origins, derived from 'sergio', which evolved from the Latin word 'servus' meaning 'slave'. It has no widely accepted meaning and its usage spans various cultures throughout history.
Seriya
Captivating Persian name derived from "serine," meaning "silver" in Farsi, often associated with grace and sophistication.
Sethan
Hebrew name meaning "gift from God" or "appointed by God", historically significant as the third son of Adam and Eve in the Bible, symbolizing peace, harmony, wisdom, and understanding.
Shacole
African-derived unisex name, originally Shakola in Swahili culture, meaning "intelligent" or "wise". Popularized among African Americans since the early 20th century, it remains rare yet powerful today.
Shalyce
Distinctive given name with uncertain origins; it may have Hebrew roots meaning "peace," or Welsh/French influences. Despite this mystery, it has gained popularity in recent years, notably appearing in literature like Isabel Allende's "The House of Spirits.
Shamaka
Unique name of African origin, specifically from the Ashanti people of Ghana, often interpreted as "born on Wednesday" or "Wednesday's child".
Shamiqua
African-origin name, popular among the Igbo of Nigeria, meaning "I have seen," signifying gratitude or divine faith.
Shanaria
Uncommon yet beautiful Arabic name, derived from 'shana' meaning happiness and '-ria' signifying a state or condition.
Shanden
Uncommon Hebrew name that means "answer" or "response," originating from the word "sh'anda.
Shavez
Persian origin, derived from "shah" meaning king, and translates to "king of falcons," reflecting strength and power.
Shawnah
Distinctive feminine name of Hebrew origin, meaning 'request' or 'petition', derived from the Hebrew word 'shava'.
Sheik
Arabic name meaning "leader" or "chief", derived from the Arabic word "shaykh".
Shelbye
Rare American female first name, created by blending 'Shelley', meaning 'bright meadow' or 'calm meadow', with '-bye', denoting place or location. It lacks historical significance but offers uniqueness to parents seeking distinctive names.
Sherianne
Enchanting Irish female given name derived from the ancient surnames O'Sheridan or Sheridan, signifying "from the marshy land" or "from the fairy fort".
Sherrianne
Unique and elegant feminine given name of Welsh origin, derived from "Sioned" meaning "star wave," associated with the goddess Rhiannon in Welsh mythology.
Shonetta
African American name derived from Hebrew 'Shoshanna', meaning 'lily'.
Shonnette
Rare French given name meaning 'song', derived from the French word 'chanson'.
Shuford
Uncommon American first name with uncertain origins and no definitive meaning.
Siniah
Unique African-derived name from Nigeria's Yoruba people, meaning 'Shango', the thunder and lightning god of strength, courage, creativity, and fertility.
Sony
Japanese origin, is derived from 'sonus', Latin for sound, reflecting its founder's vision.
Spoorthi
Unique female name of Sanskrit origin, meaning 'proud', 'confident' or 'courageous'.
Sunao
Japanese given name of both masculine and feminine usage, derived from the Kanji characters 'su' meaning 'pure' and 'nao' meaning 'straightforward', signifying sincerity and honesty.
Surveen
The Indian-origin name Surveen is gender-neutral and means "blessed" or "happy," though these meanings are not universally accepted.