Female and male names most popular from last year - page 288.
Nithya
Sanskrit-derived name that means "eternal" or "perennial", often associated with Hindu goddess of eternity.
Nivan
Rare Sanskrit name meaning 'union' or 'bringing together'.
Noemy
Hebrew-origin female name meaning "pleasant" or "companion," derived from the biblical figure Nahomi, mother of Elimelech and Mahlon, and mother-in-law to Ruth.
Norie
Captivating Japanese name derived from 'nori', meaning seaweed, symbolizing growth and strength.
Nour
Arabic name meaning 'light', symbolizing guidance and enlightenment, with significant Islamic history.
Nuh
Arabic name meaning "life" or "to live", known for the biblical Noah who built an ark to save his people from a great flood in both Islamic and Christian traditions.
Obsidian
Captivating Latin-origin name derived from the volcanic glass stone, often associated with darkness, craftsmanship, and ancient mystique.
Ole
Unique Norwegian male given name derived from 'Áleifr', an Old Norse word popular among Viking warriors. Its meaning varies but often translates to 'noble' or 'descendant of the ancestor'. Notable bearers include Ole Rømer, the first to prove light travels at finite speed.
Otoniel
Unique Hebrew name meaning "my strength is God.
Parisa
Persian origin, meaning "like the sun" or "clear as sunshine", derived from the Persian word "paris".
Parsa
Persian name meaning 'thunderbolt', associated with the ancient Iranian god of thunder and lightning.
Pau
Catalan name meaning "peace," derived from the Latin word "pax." Traditionally used for both males and females, Pau has historical significance in Catalonia and is associated with notable figures like cellist Pau Casals.
Prescott
English name derived from 'Prescote', meaning 'from the priest's cottage'. It evolved from a surname used by families associated with the clergy since the Middle Ages.
Princeston
Unique American name formed by combining "prince" and "town", signifying leadership and community spirit.
Raeann
Irish feminine given name derived from the surname O'Raighne, meaning "little king" or "small king". It signifies power, leadership, and royalty, often attributed to those named Raeann due to their strong willpower and determination.
Raekwon
Korean origin name meaning 'civilian' or 'commoner', but signifying approachability, wisdom, and inner strength despite humble beginnings. It gained international recognition through rapper Robert Fitzgerald Diggs, known as RZA, who adopted this stage persona.
Raela
Hebrew female name derived from 're'ella,' meaning 'ewe.' It has ancient biblical references and symbolizes gentleness and grace.
Rafa
Shortened form of the Latin name Raphael, meaning "God has healed," and is associated with the archangel Raphael in Jewish and Christian traditions.
Raffaella
Italian female given name derived from Raphael, meaning "God has healed" in Hebrew. It gained popularity during medieval Italy and has been traditionally used since then.
Raghad
Rare and elegant Arabic female name meaning 'wise' or 'knowledgeable', conveying intelligence and insightfulness, while also implying inner peace.
Rainbow
English name combining 'rain' and 'bow', symbolizing hope, optimism, diversity, and unity through its association with rainbows.
Rajveer
Indian name, originating from Punjabi culture, composed of "Raj" meaning king or kingdom, and "Veer" signifying bravery and valor, thus implying a brave king or royal hero.
Rei
Japanese name derived from the kanji characters meaning 'command' or 'order', often used for both boys and girls, and is one of seven heavenly virtues in Shinto religion.
Reiner
Old Germanic male name that means "strong warrior.
Rene
The French name René derives from Latin 'renatus', meaning 'reborn'.
Rhonda
Distinctive African American name created by Alex Haley for his novel 'Roots'. While its exact meaning is unclear, some associate it with the Greek word 'rhodon', meaning 'rose'. It gained popularity in the 1970s-80s but remains relatively rare today, valued for its uniqueness and historical ties to the memorable character from Roots.
Rianna
Irish name meaning 'little queen', derived from the Irish word 'rí' for king and the diminutive suffix '-án'. It has gained popularity recently in English-speaking countries due to its ease of spelling and pronunciation, as well as its connection to Irish culture and the fame of singer Rihanna.
Rickie
Distinctive American unisex name derived from English surname Richard, meaning "bold power" or "strong ruler".
Righteous
Rare English given name, derived from the Middle English word 'riȝte', meaning "in accordance with what is right or just". It has strong Christian roots and connotes morality and justice, though its usage today transcends religious boundaries.
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'.
Risha
Unisex Hebrew name derived from "rosh," meaning "head." It symbolizes leadership, intelligence, and wisdom.
Rishabh
Indian given name derived from Sanskrit 'Rishabha', meaning 'bull', symbolizing strength and power in Hindu culture, and also has historical significance as the name of the first Jain Tirthankara known for his wisdom and compassion.
Roberth
Unique German-origin male name derived from Hrodebert, translating to "famous and bright".
Romey
Unique French name with Italian roots, originating from Romeo, which means 'citizen of Rome'.
Rosali
Rosali, of Italian origin, means "relating to roses" and is often given to girls born in May, signifying blooming beauty and good fortune.
Rosamund
Elegant English name derived from 'rose' and 'protection', first appearing in medieval French literature and later associated with notable historical figures like Queen Rosamond Clifford.
Rufus
Unique given name of Latin origin, historically used to denote red hair or a reddish complexion, and today associated with notable figures like Rufus Wainwright and Rufus Sewell.
Rumaysa
Arabic girl's name meaning 'thunder', associated with strength in Arabic culture, and historically held by a courageous female companion of Prophet Muhammad.
Rune
Unique, old Norse name meaning 'secret' or 'whisper', with mystical connotations from its association with magical runes.
Ruslan
Ruslan: A unique Turkic-derived name predominantly used in Slavic countries. It means 'like a lion', popularized by Pushkin's poem "Ruslan and Ludmila", symbolizing bravery and strength.