Female and male names most popular since 1880 - page 226.
Benigno
Spanish-origin masculine given name meaning "kind" or "good-natured," popularized by Saint Benignus during the Middle Ages.
Cletis
Rare but striking Greek name meaning 'glory' or 'praise', tracing back to ancient times and bearing the legacy of historical heroes like Cleitus I.
Norman
Old Norse origin, meaning 'North Man', reflecting its Germanic roots.
Vaughan
Unique male given name of Welsh origin, derived from the ancient Welsh surname "Ap Huw" meaning 'son of Huw'.
Ellia
Unique Hebrew female name derived from Eliyah meaning "my God is Yahweh".
Alvena
Rare and elegant name of Latin origin, meaning 'white', often associated with purity and beauty, popular in Scandinavian countries.
Avyaan
Ancient Indian name derived from 'Avyay', signifying 'imperishable' or 'eternal', associated with Hindu god Vishnu.
Lionell
Rare French male given name derived from the surname Leoni, once popular in Italy during the Renaissance. It means "little lily" or "little flower," reflecting elegance and creativity.
Virgina
Virginia is a feminine name of Latin origin derived from the Roman goddess Virgo, meaning 'springtime' and protection during childbirth.
Yanely
Unique Hebrew female given name meaning "cloud," derived from the biblical heroine Yael whose brave actions led to the Israelites' victory over their enemies.
Kathey
English feminine given name derived from the Middle English form of Catherine, meaning 'pure' or 'clear'.
Minda
Rare and fascinating name of uncertain origins, often associated with Celtic or Miranda roots, but ultimately open to personal interpretations.
Shifra
Hebrew name derived from the root verb 'shafar', meaning 'to break open' or 'to scatter'.
Meah
Hebrew name meaning 'hundred', with historical roots in biblical times and Jewish traditions.
Zayra
Distinctive Spanish name derived from the Arabic Azrah, meaning 'morning breeze,' symbolizing hope and renewal.
Sora
Japanese given name of unknown origin that can mean "sky" or have various interpretations depending on the kanji used.
Veva
Latin-derived name that means 'alive' or 'lively'.
Danthony
Blend of Daniel (Hebrew origin, 'God is my judge') and Anthony (Latin origin, 'priceless'), creating a unique, powerful name.
Desteny
Destiny is a Latin-origin unisex name derived from 'destinare', meaning 'to make fate'. It signifies one's ultimate purpose in life and has evolved from an abstract concept to a popular given name, particularly among African American communities since the late 20th century.
Willaim
William is an English name of Germanic origin derived from "wil" meaning desire or will and "helm" meaning helmet or protection, brought to England by the Normans after the 1066 conquest and popularized by several English monarchs like William the Conqueror.
Aine
Irish feminine name derived from 'ainne', meaning 'little fire'. It honors the ancient Celtic goddess of summer and Saint Aine.
Vander
Rare but distinctive name of Dutch origin, derived from the surname "Van der" meaning "of the".
Cutter
English given name of occupational origin, derived from 'cutter', referring to professionals such as butchers or tailors who cut materials.
Harlyn
Distinctive Welsh female name derived from 'harlech', meaning 'promontory', associated with strength, nature, and popularized by a novel.
Romelia
Rare Bulgarian feminine given name derived from the Bulgarian words 'rum' meaning 'fame' or 'renown', and 'elya' meaning 'noble', translating to 'of noble fame' or 'noble renown'.
Eleana
Greek feminine name meaning "torch" or "corposant," deriving from the ancient Greek word "Ἑλένη".
Krystian
Polish boy's name derived from Greek "Christos", meaning "anointed". It gained popularity among Polish nobility during the Middle Ages and has been used internationally as an alternative to Christian.
Shae
Irish name derived from the surname O'Sioda, meaning 'descendant of Sioda', an early Irish saint and bishop. It's often used as both a girl's and boy's name but is more common for girls.
Sidra
Arabic-origin name meaning 'lotus tree,' symbolizing purity, resilience, and enlightenment in Hindu, Buddhist, and Islamic cultures.
Verity
Uncommon English female given name derived from 'virtue', reflecting moral excellence or goodness.
Aleyda
Spanish-derived feminine given name meaning 'happiness', associated with Miguel de Cervantes' "Don Quixote".
Burnice
Enigmatic name of unknown origin and meaning, making it a unique choice with no documented history.
Jamieson
Rare yet notable Scottish given name derived from the surname Mac Ghille Eathain, meaning "son of the servant of Saint John.
Rima
The feminine given name Rima has Arabic roots, meaning 'sand dune', and is associated with courage and beauty in Ahmad Shahid's 19th-century poem 'Rima'.
Dagmar
Female given name of Old Norse origin, composed of 'dag', meaning "day", and 'marr', meaning "famous" or "glorious". It translates to "famous in daylight" or "brilliant day".
Dashon
Yoruba African male given name meaning "giver of joy".
Hosanna
Hebrew name meaning "save now," popularized in the Bible during Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem.
Laurin
Latin-origin name derived from "laurus," meaning "laurel," a sacred plant in ancient Rome symbolizing victory.
Berlin
Rare yet distinguished German-origin given name derived from the Old Germanic word 'berht', meaning 'bright' or 'famous'.
Kinzie
Rare American feminine given name derived from the Scottish Gaelic surname MacCoinish, meaning 'son of Coinneach,' where Coinneach means 'kindly' or 'handsome.'