Female and male names most popular from last year - page 244.
Michele
Unisex name of Italian origin, meaning 'who is like God?', popular among diverse cultures. Originally male, it gained popularity for females in the mid-20th century.
Minka
Rare yet captivating female name of Slavic origin, derived from the word "mink," referring to the small furry mammal. Its meaning suggests endearment or affection.
Miray
Turkish female name composed of "Mira," meaning "sea," and "ay," meaning "moon." It signifies the enchanting sight of a calm sea under moonlight, evoking serenity and tranquility.
Mirielle
Rare yet captivating French feminine given name originating from the Occitan language, meaning "my king" or "my queen".
Momin
Intriguing Middle Eastern name derived from the Arabic 'mumin', meaning 'faithful' or 'believer', carrying significant historical and cultural importance in Islamic tradition.
Nasai
Exotic African Swahili name meaning "happiness" or "joy".
Nation
Uncommon American given name coined by Edward Bellamy in his 1888 novel "Looking Backward," representing progressive ideals without a specific language-derived meaning.
Nayvie
Rare, captivating Greek name derived from 'naus', meaning 'ship'. It evokes adventure and safe journeys, as Naus was the goddess of navigation.
Nevan
Irish origin name derived from Niamh, meaning 'bright' or 'radiant'.
Nils
Scandinavian male name meaning "champion's wreath" or "victory", derived from Old Norse Niðl or Niels.
Nissi
Hebrew name derived from "neshama," meaning "soul." It signifies deep spiritual connection and purpose.
Noeli
Latin origin, meaning 'born on Christmas Day', it's a variant spelling of Noel celebrating Jesus Christ's birth.
Nori
Japanese name of uncertain meaning that has been traditionally used for males and females alike. It gained popularity during the Meiji period (1868-1912) due to Western influences, with notable bearers including actor Noriatsu Wakamoto. Despite its unclear meaning, Nori's cultural heritage and historical significance make it a meaningful choice worldwide.
Oceane
Océane is a charming French feminine name derived from 'océan', meaning ocean or sea, symbolizing mystery, depth, and vastness, and popularized by notable figures like actress Océane Avon and athlete Océane Sery-Frère.
Ossian
Irish name meaning "deer", associated with the legendary bard Ossian, popularized by Scottish poet James Macpherson.
Peggy
Charming and distinctive name with an interesting history and origin. It evolved from the Latin 'margarita', meaning 'pearl', and was originally given to daughters considered precious. Over time, it became a popular nickname for Margaret in English-speaking countries during the Victorian era, eventually becoming an established name in its own right.
Pheonix
Phoenix is a Greek-derived name meaning 'dark red' or referring to the mythical bird that rises from its own ashes, symbolizing rebirth and immortality.
Pranshi
Captivating Indian name derived from Sanskrit 'Pran' (life breath) and 'Shi' (feminine), signifying immense vitality.
Quinlynn
Irish name derived from O'Cuinn meaning 'descendant of Conn', the legendary High King of Ireland known for his wisdom. It combines elements 'Cuinn' (intelligence) and 'linne' (lake), signifying 'intelligence by the lake'.
Ravenna
Intriguing feminine given name originating from the historic city of Ravenna, Italy, once a significant Roman cultural hub.
Raylin
African origin name from the Yoruba culture, meaning 'radiant queen' or 'illuminated royalty'.
Reed
English origin, means 'tall grass' and is often associated with qualities like flexibility and resilience.
Rj
The name RJ originates from America and serves as a shortened form of Robert or Robin, lacking a distinct meaning but holding historical popularity.
Roi
The French-origin name 'Roi' means 'king', derived from Latin 'rex', reflecting strength and power.
Romyn
English origin, derived from the Roman family name Romans, meaning "from Rome," evoking ancient grandeur and historical significance.
Ryelle
Rare yet elegant French name derived from Ryella, meaning 'little bright one.' Despite its origins dating back to the Middle Ages, it gained popularity in the late 19th century as a nod to French heritage. Now internationally embraced, Ryelle signifies uniqueness and charm while paying homage to France's rich history.
Safaa
Arabic name meaning 'pure' or 'chaste', signifying purity and innocence.
Safari
The name Safari, derived from Swahili 'journey', is a unique and distinctive given name of African origin.
Sahas
Centuries-old Indian name derived from Sanskrit 'śāhasa', meaning courage.
Samiah
Arabic name meaning "forgiveness," invoking mercy and compassion while promoting harmony and peace.
Sammie
Distinctive Hebrew name derived from Samuel, meaning "name of God" or "God heard".
Sanya
Captivating Russian feminine name derived from Yana, meaning 'graced by God,' carrying an aura of warmth and charm.
Saydee
Rare Persian name derived from "Saideh", meaning "lucky". It was traditionally given to children born on auspicious days, reflecting the importance of fortune in Persian culture and mythology.
Sehaj
Unique Punjabi name meaning "easy" or "simple," popularized by Guru Nanak Dev Ji and now used worldwide.
Shahzain
Captivating Persian name meaning 'Beautiful King', tracing back to historic royalty.
Shrey
Captivating Indian name derived from Sanskrit 'Shreya', meaning 'prosperity'.
Siah
Captivating Persian name derived from 'siya', meaning black or dark, symbolizing elegance in Iranian culture.
Solani
Solani, of Yoruba origin, means 'separation' but is often associated with peace and harmony.
Solveig
Feminine name of Norse origin, meaning 'sunlight through struggle', reflecting strength and warmth associated with the sun in Norse culture. Its earliest appearance was in a Norwegian fairy tale published around 1845, and it has also been used by prominent figures in Norwegian literature like Henrik Ibsen.
Somaya
Arabic name derived from 'Asma', meaning 'praised' or 'beautiful name'.