Female and male names most popular from last year - page 176.
Jhersi
Captivating African name from the Yoruba tribe, meaning "to remember" or "remembrance".
Jonny
Johnny is an English name derived from John, which means "God is gracious.
Keyani
Unisex African name of Swahili origin, meaning "the one who has patience," symbolizing resilience and virtue.
Khamari
African origin, derived from the Yoruba word "Omo-Oba", meaning 'king's child' or 'royal child'.
Kofi
African name of Akan origin, traditionally given to boys born on a Friday, meaning "born on a Friday.
Kylar
Irish given name derived from Cú Culainn, translating to 'hound of Culann', reflecting strength and courage in Irish mythology.
Kylin
Distinctive name with uncertain origins, potentially deriving from the Chinese 'qilin' mythical creature or the Welsh 'Celyn', meaning holly. Despite its unclear meaning, many parents are drawn to Kylin's unique sound and association with benevolence and prosperity in Chinese culture.
Kyllian
Irish male given name meaning 'vibrant' or 'full of life', derived from the ancient Irish name Cillian, signifying energy and dynamism.
Kymari
Modern, African American name derived from Kim ("honorable") and Mari ("bitter"), combining rich historical roots with unique sound.
Kyzier
Unique and uncommon name of unknown origin and meaning.
Ladarius
Modern male given name of African American origin, created in the late 20th century to evoke power and nobility. It combines "Lad," meaning "leader" or "noble," with "arius," conveying "greatness" or "excellence.
Lawton
English given name derived from Old English 'hlaw' meaning 'hill', and '-ton' indicating a settlement. It translates to 'settlement on a hill'.
Leigha
Attractive female given name of Irish origin, derived from "O'Leathlobhair," meaning "descendant of Leathlobhar." It combines two Gaelic words: "leith" (calm/smooth) and "lobar" (spate/flood). While Leigha does not have a specific meaning as a given name, it is often associated with tranquility or strength.
Lenyx
Captivating French name derived from "lennox," meaning "from the bright hill.
Lilyan
Distinctive and lovely name derived from the Welsh 'Lily', signifying 'lily flower'. Its popularity has grown due to its uniqueness and melodic quality.
Maizee
Uncommon American female name derived from 'maize', the English word for corn, symbolizing warmth and natural beauty.
Makenzi
Unique American girl's name created by author Stephenie Meyer for her Twilight series, lacking historical or mythological origins but gaining popularity through pop culture associations. Despite its fictional beginnings, Makenzi has an appealing sound and appearance, with three syllables (Ma-ken-zi) creating a rhythmic flow when spoken aloud. While there is no universally agreed-upon meaning, some interpret it to represent creativity, innovation, strength, or confidence.
Malayiah
Uncommon yet captivating African-American name derived from the Southeast Asian Malayan ethnicity, symbolizing strength, wisdom, and grace.
Malea
Rare, Hawaiian girl's name meaning 'towards the mountain'.
Marcy
Latin-origin given name meaning "dedicated to Mars," the Roman god of war. Originally used for boys, it's now more common for girls.
Maribella
Italian female given name derived from Latin "marinus," meaning "of the sea," translating to "beautiful sea.
Marlowe
English name derived from the Old English word 'myrle', meaning 'blackbird'.
Mathis
Male name of Germanic origin, meaning 'gift of God'.
Maxon
Rare Latin-derived name meaning "greatest.
Maylie
Unique French feminine given name derived from "may" (to dance) and "lieu" (place), signifying "dancing place".
Mehar
Arabic female name derived from 'mehar', meaning 'camel'. It signifies strength, endurance, and prosperity.
Melona
Greek name derived from "melon," meaning honey, symbolizing sweetness and warmth.
Moxie
Uncommon yet distinctive female given name of unknown origin and uncertain meaning, first used in the United States during the early 20th century. Its etymology remains a mystery, with theories suggesting possible links to traditional Chinese medicine or shortened forms of popular names like Mozelle. The most recognized usage of 'moxie' as an adjective means 'displaying boldness or courage', but its intended meaning when first used as a name is unclear. Despite these uncertainties, Moxie has gained popularity in recent years, with 142 baby girls receiving the name in the United States in 2020. Its appeal likely lies in its unique sound and distinctive spelling, allowing for personal associations to shape its significance.
Mycah
Rare, Hebrew-derived name meaning 'Who is like God?', often used as an alternative to Michael or Micah.
Nara
Japanese female given name derived from the word "nara" meaning 'to inspire' or 'to encourage'.
Neiko
Unique Hawaiian name derived from "neko", meaning "cat", symbolizing strength and grace.
Nero
Latin-origin name meaning 'black', associated with darkness yet also conveying power and uniqueness.
Nura
Arabic-origin female name meaning 'light', sharing the root of one of Allah's 99 names, and traditionally associated with wise, just figures like Queen Nura bint Mansur. It brings good fortune and protection in Arabic cultures.
Olen
Unique Scandinavian name derived from the Old Norse Áleifr, meaning "every warrior" or "all-warrior," popular among historic Viking warriors and explorers like Leif Erikson's companion Áleifr Eiríksson.
Opie
Rare English given name derived from Middle English "opie," meaning "face" or "countenance." It was likely given to children with distinctive facial features, originally used among lower classes in the late Middle Ages. Today, it's associated with creativity and independent self-expression.
Rakeem
African-origin name derived from Arabic Raqeem, meaning 'wise' or 'knowledgeable', popular among parents seeking a distinctive and meaningful name.
Raniya
Arabic feminine given name meaning 'small paradise' or 'garden of paradise', gained popularity in the 20th century, predominantly used in Muslim communities worldwide.
Rogue
Rare, French-derived male name meaning 'devious' or 'tricky'.
Roseanna
Elegant Italian name composed of Rosa ("rose") and Anna (a form of Hannah, meaning "grace").
Royce
English name originally given to makers of wheels, derived from the Old French word 'roue', meaning 'wheel'.