Female and male names most popular over the last 10 years - page 230.
Montgomery
English name originally derived from the Old French 'mons' meaning mountain and 'Gau', signifying region or people, translating to 'from Saint Martin's Mountain'. First used as a given name in Scotland during the 13th century, it has since been popular worldwide, predominantly for boys. Notable figures include World War generals Bernard Law Montgomery ('Monty') and Richard Montgomery.
Nizhoni
Unique Navajo name meaning 'beauty'.
Quaid
Rare yet powerful Irish name derived from Ó Cuadh, meaning 'strength' or 'power'.
Reeves
English surname and given name of Old French origin, meaning "steward" or "bailiff," originally used for stewards on feudal estates. It has been used steadily throughout history, becoming more popular in the United States during the mid-20th century as a given name.
Rihan
Arabic name meaning 'wind', associated with freedom and change, popular among diverse cultural backgrounds due to its unique sound and symbolic meaning.
Sarenity
Serenity is a modern name derived from English 'serenity', meaning calmness and tranquility, created in the early 20th century.
Sheridan
The Irish surname Sheridan, meaning 'peaceful love', gained prominence as a first name after 18th-century playwright Richard Brinsley Sheridan's success.
Tahira
Arabic feminine given name derived from the root verb "tahara," meaning "to purify" or "to make pure." It signifies purity, innocence, and cleanliness.
Verena
Feminine name of Latin origin, derived from 'verenum', meaning 'of the green ones'.
Zalia
Arabic name that means "morning star," symbolizing hope and new beginnings. It originated from the Arabic word "zaluwa" meaning morning.
Aerin
Rare, captivating Irish name derived from "O'Heyne" meaning 'descendant of Hayne,' which traces back to the Old Norse personal name 'Háinn' meaning 'home.' Once used by historical figures like 13th-century chieftain Aerin O'Heyne, it's now popular as a unisex choice with Irish roots.
Aishani
Rare and beautiful unisex name of Sanskrit origin, meaning 'rich in knowledge' or 'wise one', associated with the goddess Lakshmi.
Alesha
Slavic name of noble brightness, popularized by Russian literature yet rare elsewhere.
Alim
Arabic name meaning 'to know' or 'understand', historically associated with intelligence and wisdom in Islamic culture.
Annalea
Greek-derived name meaning 'angelic', symbolizing purity and grace.
Blu
Distinctive unisex name derived from English, symbolizing uniqueness and creativity.
Cady
Charming Irish feminine given name, derived from 'Ó Cadhla,' meaning 'descendant of Kadla,' an ancient Irish personal name signifying 'harmony' or 'compassion.'
Finlee
Modern, unique name created by blending Finley and Celine, meaning 'fair-haired hero' and 'heavenly', respectively.
Glenda
Lovely feminine name of Welsh origin, meaning 'clean' or 'pure'.
Kazi
African-origin name from Swahili-speaking regions, meaning 'work' in English and symbolizing hard work and dedication.
Lemon
Uncommon given name derived from the Middle English occupational surname for lemon merchants, first appearing in England during the medieval period when lemons were introduced from Asia and Africa. Its meaning is simply 'lemon', with no additional symbolic or legendary associations.
Majd
Arabic name meaning "success" or "victory", originally given to those demonstrating exceptional talents or achievements.
Milli
Latin-derived name with historical significance, borne by early Christian saints and martyrs. It means 'mill' or 'grinding mill', symbolizing industry and transformation. Today, Milli is popular in Scandinavian countries despite its ancient roots.
Nyssa
Captivating Greek feminine given name derived from "nyssos," meaning "basilisk." Though not linked to specific mythological figures, its unique sound and spelling make it distinctively appealing.
Owen
Owen is of Welsh origin, meaning 'young nobleman' or 'youthful honor', derived from the ancient Celtic name Owain, with historical significance in Welsh literature and notable bearers like actor Owen Wilson.
Rani
Rani, of Sanskrit origin, means 'queen' and has been popularized by historic South Asian royals like Rani Lakshmi Bai.
Reegan
Irish name derived from Ó Riagáin, meaning 'little king'.
Reno
Italian-derived name that means 'little river,' associated with new beginnings and growth in Italian culture.
Rohen
Rare Hebrew name derived from "rozen," meaning "song," symbolizing harmony and music.
Romell
Rare African Swahili name meaning 'lion', embodying strength, courage, and nobility.
Vinson
American given name of English origin with no widely accepted meaning. It was originally a surname derived from 'fin' and '-son', but no historical evidence supports this derivation.
An
Irish origin, meaning 'grace' or 'favor', derived from the Irish word 'án', translating to 'little' or 'gracious'. It was popularized by Saint An, an abbot who founded several monasteries in Ireland.
Aquiles
The name Achilles is of Greek origin, derived from "akhos," meaning "pain" or "grief." It was the name of the legendary Trojan War hero in Homer's Iliad, known for his invulnerability except for his heel.
Areej
Arabic girls' name derived from 'araj', meaning 'fragrant' or 'scented', associated with pleasant aromas and beauty in Arabic culture.
Danitza
Rare yet treasured Hispanic feminine given name derived from "Diana," meaning divine or godly, and often associated with the Roman goddess Diana.
Gavino
Italian name meaning "little dog", derived from the Latin 'canis', used historically by Italian nobility and symbolizing strength and loyalty.
Israa
Arabic name meaning 'happiness' or 'joy', reflecting its cultural significance and association with Islamic faith.
Januel
Modern-sounding variant of the classic French name Jean, meaning "graced by God," with the suffix "-uel" added for style.
Jerrod
American male given name derived from the English surname Jerrold, which has origins in both Old German (Gerold) and Old Norse (Hrolf) personal names. It is associated with strength, leadership, and renown due to its elements "geri" meaning "spear" and "hrolf" meaning "famous wolf". Used since at least the 19th century in America, Jerrod remains somewhat unusual yet used today.
Laykin
Modern American name created by author Christopher Paolini, gaining popularity since its appearance in "The Inheritance Cycle". Its meaning is not explicit but is often associated with similar-sounding names like Liam or Lachlan.