Female and male names most popular from last year - page 156.
Janai
Rare Hawaiian name derived from "hana," meaning "to work" or "dance gracefully." It gained popularity through literature like Joseph Balaz's "Janai's Tears.
Jariyah
Arabic female name derived from "jariya," meaning "female slave" or "captive." It's historically significant, associated with a woman in Islamic literature known for her courage and faith, but not commonly used as a modern given name.
Javonte
African American name derived from the combination of 'Javon' (a variation of Hebrew Jonathan meaning "gift from God") and 'Ante' (believed to be of Spanish origin meaning "before"), suggesting "a gift from God that comes before.
Jaycen
Modern American name created by blending Jason ('healer') and Jackson ('God will protect').
Jimmie
American diminutive of James, which originates from the Latin Jacobus and Hebrew Ya'aqov, meaning "supplanter".
Jo
Diminutive of Joseph, derived from the Hebrew Yosef, meaning "he shall increase" or "may he add," signifying growth and abundance.
Jonatan
Jonathan is a Hebrew name meaning 'gift from God', derived from the word 'Yona'. It has been popular throughout history due to its association with loyalty, courage, and friendship, notably through King Saul's son in the Bible.
Juancarlos
Unique Spanish compound name derived from Juan (meaning "God is gracious") and Carlos (meaning "freeholder" or "strong"). It carries historical significance through its royal associations but is less common than its individual components.
Kailah
Captivating female name of Hawaiian origin, meaning 'seaweed' or 'kelp', embodying the essence of the ocean.
Kairo
Egyptian name derived from Cairo, meaning "the victorious," reflecting the city's historical power and culture.
Kallan
Captivating unisex name of Scottish origin, derived from "Caillean," the Scottish Gaelic word for "girl" or "maiden.
Karmello
Italian given name that originates from Carmelo, meaning 'honey', though it translates as 'caramel'. Despite its sweet connotation, Karmello is rare and predominantly used within Italian communities.
Kavi
Indian unisex name derived from Sanskrit 'Kavya', meaning 'poetry' or 'song'. It signifies intelligence, creativity, and wisdom.
Kayomi
Captivating Japanese girls' name derived from the characters 'sea' and 'beauty', translating to 'beautiful sea'.
Kendyl
English variant of the Irish name Caitlín, meaning 'pure' or 'chaste'.
Kolby
Modern American name of uncertain origin and meaning, first appearing in the late 20th century. It has been attributed variously to the English name Colby or Native American tribe Koyukon, among other possibilities. Despite its unclear roots, Kolby has gained popularity as a given name in recent years.
Larkin
Irish origin, means "little loud one" or "noisy little one".
Lenin
Male given name of Russian origin, derived from Eleon meaning mercy or compassion. It gained popularity due to Soviet leader Vladimir Lenin.
Liba
Hebrew name derived from 'libah', meaning 'heart'. It's mentioned in the Bible as one of Zelophehad's daughters, known for her wisdom and courage.
Lucah
Distinctive Hebrew male given name derived from "luchot," meaning "tablets," signifying the Ten Commandments in the Old Testament. Popularized by Maimonides in the 12th century, it is associated with intelligence, wisdom, and spirituality.
Maida
Arabic-derived name meaning 'banquet' or 'feast', associated with celebration and abundance in Islamic tradition, and popularized through a village in India.
Marlei
Brazilian name derived from "mar" (sea) and "-lei," conveying beauty and grace while evoking oceanic imagery.
Matt
Matthew is an English name with Latin roots, derived from Matthias, which means "gift of God.
Maven
American given name of Hebrew origin meaning 'accumulator of knowledge', popularized by musician Kesha and author John Green.
Murad
Arabic name meaning 'desire' or 'aspiration', also associated with roses. It was popularized by the founder of the Ottoman Empire, Murad I, and considered one of the 99 names of God in Islamic tradition.
Nahia
Unique Basque-derived name meaning 'wish' or 'desire', embodying strong willpower and ambition.
Namaari
Unique African name derived from Swahili, meaning 'the one who has been given kindness', embodying benevolence and compassion.
Neylani
Unique feminine name of Latin American origin, derived from Quechua language roots where 'ney' means fire and 'lani' signifies light or flame, symbolizing radiance and illumination.
Noor
Arabic name meaning 'light', symbolizing divine illumination and guidance in Islamic culture.
Novi
Slavic given name derived from the Serbo-Croatian word "nov", meaning "new".
Olyvia
Distinctive feminine name of Greek origin, meaning 'olive tree' and symbolizing peace, prosperity, and abundance.
Ousmane
West African male name of Fulani origin, meaning 'good fortune' or 'the fortunate one', traditionally given during prosperous times.
Payson
Rare American given name of English origin, derived from an occupational surname likely referring to a tax collector. Its meaning is uncertain but may be interpreted as "son of the pea farmer.
Raelynne
Uncommon yet captivating English female name derived from the Old English word 'rægell', meaning 'counsel' or 'advice'.
Reza
Reza: A Persian given name meaning 'to please' or 'content'.
Ripken
American-origin given name, popularized by baseball legend Cal Ripken Jr., though its origin and meaning remain unclear.
Safiyah
The unisex Arabic name Safiyah means 'pure' or 'chaste', derived from the word 'safi'. Historically significant as the original name of one of Prophet Muhammad's wives, it embodies purity and innocence in Islamic culture.
Sahar
Beautiful Arabic name meaning 'dawn' or 'morning', symbolizing new beginnings and hope.
Sakura
The name Sakura originates from ancient Japan, derived from 'sakura' meaning 'cherry blossom', symbolizing renewal and new beginnings.
Sasha
Captivating unisex name with mixed origins, derived from Alexander (Russian) meaning 'defender of mankind' and Alexandra (Greek), popularized during the Middle Ages as a diminutive.