Female and male names most popular since 1880 - page 271.

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10801.

Arwa

Unique Arabic name that means "noble" or "high in status," derived from the word 'arwah,' which translates to "air" or "spirit." It has been associated with wisdom, strength, and nobility throughout history, notably carried by Arwa bint Ahmad al-Sulayhi, a prominent 11th-century Yemeni ruler. Today, it remains a distinctive and meaningful name that pays homage to its rich Arabic heritage.

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10802.

Kymber

Greek-origin name meaning "mountain," evoking strength and stability, derived from the word "kymbe.

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10803.

Ladarrius

Ladarius is a unisex name of African origin, derived from Ladipupo meaning "God has taken my hand." Popularized in the US during the late 20th century, it's less common than names like Jamal but carries a distinct cultural significance.

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10804.

Melanee

Beautiful and unique African name of Igbo origin meaning "daughter of the lake," symbolizing tranquility and grace.

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10805.

Paralee

Distinctive American name of Native American Creek tribe origin, meaning 'fox', symbolizing intelligence and adaptability, now gaining recognition beyond its traditional communities due to its appealing sound and unique spelling.

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10806.

Rayquan

African American name derived from Arabic 'Raqwan', meaning 'contentment' or 'peace'. Popularized by culture and media, it blends traditional names like Raymond and Aquan.

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10807.

Abhiram

Indian name of Sanskrit origin, literally meaning 'approaching joy'.

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10808.

Blakelyn

Unique African American name derived from the combination of 'Black' (strength, resilience) and 'Lynn' (from the lake), gaining popularity in the early 20th century as a celebration of African heritage within Western naming traditions.

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10809.

Cuauhtemoc

Aztec Nahuatl name meaning "one who falls twice," referring to the twin peaks of volcano Tlaloc.

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10810.

Ether

Rare Greek name meaning "upper air" or "heaven," used historically by figures like poet Etheridge Knight.

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10811.

Kathrin

German feminine given name derived from Katherine, meaning 'pure' or 'clear'.

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10812.

Nakiyah

Unique African-American name derived from Swahili 'Nakia', meaning 'pure' or 'clear'.

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10813.

Oletha

Rare African American name combining Olivia ("olive tree," peace, beauty) and Letitia ("happy," joyful), with possible influence from Alethea ("truth").

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10814.

Rilyn

Rare, beautiful Irish girl's name derived from 'Ó Raghallaigh', meaning 'descendant of Raghalach' (little red one), reflecting a person with reddish hair.

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10815.

Saida

Arabic feminine given name derived from the word "saiid", meaning "happy" or "blissful". It has been used for centuries in various Arab countries, expressing joy at a daughter's birth and conveying hope for a prosperous life. Now globally popular, Saida retains its Arabic roots and holds significant meaning worldwide.

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10816.

Sheryle

Charming Hebrew name meaning "commanding" or "Princess," derived from the word "Shara," meaning "song" or "poem.

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10817.

Ahron

Aaron is a Hebrew name meaning 'exalted' or 'high mountain', derived from the name of Moses' brother and first high priest in Jewish tradition.

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10818.

Aleeya

Uncommon yet captivating Arabic name meaning 'exalted', often associated with Paradise in Islamic culture.

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10819.

Blakely

Uncommon English given name derived from the Old English surname Blackley, originally an occupational name for a fuller, and believed to have originated in Lancashire.

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10820.

Freedom

Unique American given name that emerged in the mid-20th century from civil rights movements advocating freedom and equality. Derived from the English word 'freedom,' it signifies independence, liberty, and autonomy.

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10821.

Kesean

African name of Igbo origin, meaning "God's gift," reflecting the hopes and aspirations of its Nigerian parents for their child's life.

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10822.

Lavena

Rare yet elegant Latin-derived feminine name meaning 'to wash' or 'cleanse', associated with purity in Roman culture.

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10823.

Xavien

Distinctive Spanish name derived from Javier, meaning 'bright' or 'shining', inspired by Cervantes' Don Quixote character.

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10824.

Anvi

Rare Sanskrit name meaning 'to desire', often associated with deep yearning and connected to Hindu deity Lord Shiva in mythology.

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10825.

Darianna

Beautiful Italian name derived from 'Darío,' meaning 'gift' or 'to give,' interpreted as 'gift from God.'

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10826.

Essie

Distinctive name derived from French Esmeralda, meaning 'emerald' in Spanish. It's popularized by Jean-Baptiste Aline's novel and has been adapted globally over time, often associated with Irish families despite its French roots. Notable bearers include Essie Mae Washington-Williams, an American journalist.

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10827.

Calvin

Latin name meaning 'bald', yet it's strongly associated with prominent historical figures like theologian John Calvin and US President Calvin Coolidge, giving it connotations of intelligence and leadership.

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10828.

Chancey

Uncommon American name derived from the Old French word 'chance', meaning 'luck' or 'fortune'.

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10829.

Josephus

Latin name meaning "he will increase," popularized by Flavius Josephus, a first-century Jewish historian who changed his name after being taken captive by Romans.

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10830.

Lakeya

African-derived Swahili name meaning either 'harmony' or 'little sister'.

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10831.

Mayola

Captivating Spanish feminine name originating from the Basque Country, derived from "Maiu," the Basque word for May, signifying freshness and renewal.

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10832.

Midori

Modern Japanese girl's name meaning 'green', reflecting nature and growth, popularized in recent years due to its beauty and uniqueness despite its relatively short history as a given name.

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10833.

Monserrath

Distinctive Spanish given name derived from "Monte Sagrado", meaning "Sacred Mountain". It originated from a Marian apparition in 1254 on Montserrat, Spain, and has been popular among Spanish-speaking communities since medieval times.

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10834.

Paradise

Feminine given name originating from the Middle English 'paradyse', derived from Old French 'paradis' and ultimately from Persian 'pairidaeza', meaning 'walled park or garden.'

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10835.

Charleston

Uncommon American given name derived from the historic South Carolina city.

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10836.

Donnette

Uncommon yet captivating Irish female given name derived from Donnabhain, meaning "brown-haired fair one," inspired by the legendary Queen Dónnat Bán of Irish folklore.

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10837.

Jailah

Arabic name meaning 'noble' or 'lofty', popularized by a wise queen in One Thousand and One Nights, symbolizing strength and intelligence.

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10838.

Mearl

Uncommon yet distinctive Irish name derived from the surname O'Meara, meaning "descendant of Meara," which itself means "seagull.

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10839.

Kiyoshi

Japanese male given name that combines the characters "喜" meaning 'joy' and "美" meaning 'beauty', conveying 'happiness and beauty'.

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10840.

Laquinta

American origin, blending Laquita and Quintina, and gained popularity among African American families during the 1970s-1980s. Its meaning, while not definitive, can be interpreted as "a little bit of joy.