Female and male names most popular since 1880 - page 199.
Lyndell
Uncommon English given name created by combining "Lyn", meaning from the Lynn river in England, and "dell", meaning small valley or glen, resulting in the interpretation of "from the Lynn valley".
Penney
Rare English given name derived from the surname Penny, which means 'penny' or someone valuable. It was historically more common for girls but is now considered unisex due to its modern popularity.
Zakiyah
Arabic name meaning 'pure' or 'innocent', often associated with virtue, righteousness, and purity. It's also one of Allah's attributed names in Islamic tradition.
Demitrius
Demitrius: A Greek name meaning 'respected by the people', popular among ancient Greeks and Romans, notably held by Demetrius Poliorcetes, a Macedonian king known for his military prowess.
Donielle
Distinctive French name meaning 'lady' or 'woman', derived from the Italian Donna.
Ruthe
Distinctive Hebrew name meaning "friend", carried by notable figures like Ruth Bader Ginsburg.
Deeanna
Irish-origin name derived from Deirdre, meaning "sorrowful" or "missing one," known for its rich history in Irish mythology and folklore.
Taylen
Modern, unique name of uncertain origin, often associated with strength and courage due to its possible connection to the constellation Taurus.
Tyshaun
African American given name derived from 'Tyshan' meaning 'sun' in Ethiopian and 'un', meaning 'one'. It translates to 'the one sun'.
Olevia
Rare Scandinavian name derived from 'olfr', meaning wolf, and 'geirr', meaning spear, reflecting ancient Viking strength and courage.
Diandra
Unusual yet significant female name with roots in ancient Indian culture. Its Sanskrit origin gives it meaning 'wisdom from the south,' making it perfect for parents seeking unique and thoughtful names.
Tyreese
Uncommon but powerful name of African American origin, derived from the ancient Egyptian name "Thothmes," meaning "born of Thoth," the god of wisdom and art. It was notably borne by Pharaoh Thutmose III, also known as "the Napoleon of Egypt.
Waylen
Uncommon English male name derived from Old English 'wægl' (way) and '-lenn' (small lake), signifying 'small lake by the way'.
Mortimer
Rare English given name with medieval origins. It stems from a surname derived from Old English elements "morth" meaning 'dead' or 'mortal', and "mer" meaning 'boundary' or 'marche'. Its historical significance is linked to powerful nobles like Roger Mortimer, 1st Earl of March. Though uncommon today, it's known through P.G. Wodehouse's stories featuring a character named Bertram Wooster.
Peter
Classic English name originating from Greek 'Petros', meaning 'rock'.
Shia
Arabic name meaning 'follower', derived from the term for a branch of Islam that reveres Imam Ali.
Deyanira
Unique Bulgarian female given name derived from the Thracian goddess Deianeira in Greek mythology. Its meaning, 'gentle hunter,' adds depth to its captivating sound.
Aryah
Captivating Hebrew name meaning 'lioness', with rich Jewish history and growing global popularity.
Illiana
Captivating female name derived from the Greek 'Hilaria', meaning 'cheerful'. With roots in Slavic culture, it has gained popularity through historical figures like Saint Hilaria and notable mathematicians such as Illiana Boianovsky.
Janella
Italian-derived name meaning "window," coined by Luigi Pirandello and associated with the beautiful island of Capri.
Murl
Uncommon name with unknown origins and no widely accepted meaning.
Brianda
Rare Spanish given name of Basque origin, meaning "powerful man," traditionally used for girls despite its masculine roots.
Andree
Captivating Greek name meaning 'man' or 'male', symbolizing strength and courage.
Chole
Chloe, of Greek origin, signifies 'blooming' or 'blushing', evoking youthfulness and beauty.
Dalen
Norwegian name derived from 'dalr', meaning valley, connected to nature's beauty.
Kiefer
German boy's name meaning "lapwing," symbolizing vigilance and attentiveness, and originally used as a surname before becoming more popular in the late 20th century.
Oliva
Olivia is a feminine given name of Latin origin, derived from 'oliva', meaning 'olive' and symbolizing peace and prosperity.
Vergil
Rare Latin-derived name, meaning 'flower/spring' or 'strong/forceful', most famously borne by the influential Roman poet Virgil.
Abhinav
Male given name of Sanskrit origin, literally meaning "towards the new".
Bryer
Uncommon English name derived from Bryant, meaning 'strong' or 'brown-haired', possibly referring to someone working with brown wood or living near briars.
Kekoa
Hawaiian name meaning 'fearless', traditionally given to boys but also used for girls, with historic significance as a chief's name and term of encouragement.
Marygrace
Unique Irish name composed of 'Mairi' (sea) and 'Grace', signifying elegance like the sea.
Siara
Spanish name of Arabic origin, meaning "pure" or "clear", popularized by a legendary brave woman during medieval Spain.
Johathan
Jonathan is a male given name of Hebrew origin, meaning "gift from God".
Maye
Spanish-derived feminine name meaning "may," derived from the month of May. It has been widely used in Spain since medieval times but can also be masculine in some cultures. Pronunciation varies by language.
Renay
Distinctive French given name derived from the surname Renard, meaning 'fox' in English.
Zhane
Exotic African unisex name meaning "graceful" in Swahili.
Ainhoa
Basque name meaning 'soul', reflecting its cultural significance.
Orvil
Uncommon American given name coined by L. Frank Baum for his Oz series, with no explicit meaning but theories linking it to Old English words or Oliver variant.
Jenette
Unique French given name derived from 'gentil', meaning 'kind' or 'noble'.