Female and male names most popular since 1880 - page 327.
Yumi
Japanese feminine given name originating from the combination of "由" (yu) meaning 'proper' or 'right', and "美" (mi) signifying 'beauty'.
Yurem
Aztec-derived unisex name meaning "he will be born" or "he will come into being," associated with the god Huehueteotl and symbolizing new beginnings and growth.
Delwyn
Rare Welsh name derived from the ancient word 'delw', meaning 'image' or 'statue'.
Keigan
Distinct Irish male given name, derived from the Irish surname Ó Ceacháin meaning "descendant of Ceachán," which means "swift" or "speedy.
Kensey
Recently popular given name with unknown origins and no known meaning in any major language or culture.
Legend
English origin, signifies 'a traditional story' or 'remarkable heroism.'
Leylah
Unique Arabic name meaning 'night', derived from Layla. It's known for its association with the tragic love story of Layla and Majnun, but also evokes beauty and mystery.
Merci
The French origin name 'Merci', meaning 'thank you', is universally valued for expressing gratitude.
Paula
Feminine name of Latin origin meaning 'small', 'humble', or 'modest'. It's also associated with Saint Paula, an early Christian saint known for her piety.
Shanetta
Unique female given name of African American origin, created during the mid-20th century by blending sounds from different sources. Its meaning, while not clearly defined, often associates with grace, elegance, and divine favor. Historically uncommon but gaining popularity in African American communities, Shanetta has notable namesakes such as basketball player Shanetta Parramore and Olympian Shanetta McDonald.
Shauntel
African American name combining Irish "old" and French "like God," popularized in the US among black communities since the 1970s.
Westly
Westley is a distinctive male given name of English origin, derived from the occupational surname 'Westley', meaning someone who lived or worked in the western part of a village or manor.
Benjie
Charming Hebrew name derived from Benjamin, meaning "son of the right hand" or "favorite son".
Cristiana
Female given name of Latin origin, meaning "follower of Christ," and it has been used since the Middle Ages, initially for both boys and girls but becoming more popular as a girl's name over time.
Jaelin
Distinctive Hebrew name derived from "Ya'el," meaning 'mountain goat,' symbolizing agility and strength.
Jahsiah
Modern Hebrew given name meaning "God's gift".
Jayon
Distinctive African name of Yoruba origin meaning "the sun will rise," symbolizing new beginnings and warmth.
Juliano
Latin-derived name with historical roots in ancient Rome, signifying 'downy-bearded' or 'youthful'.
Marshaun
Distinctive African American name, created by combining Marshawn and Shaun, both of which derive from English ('marsh') and Irish ('God is gracious') origins respectively.
Melisha
Melisha, meaning 'queen' in Hebrew, is a timeless and captivating name with royal origins that has been embraced worldwide.
Reather
Rare Scottish given name derived from the Gaelic surname "Rathair", meaning "wise" or "knowledgeable".
Sonny
Distinctive name derived from African American Vernacular English, popularized by jazz musicians like Sonny Rollins during the bebop era.
Zaynah
Arabic name meaning 'beauty' or 'radiance', tracing back to ancient poetry celebrating the moon's beauty.
Ave
Ave, derived from Latin 'ave', meaning 'hail' or 'greetings', is a unique, historic name used to address high-status individuals in ancient Rome and adopted by prominent figures like St. Ava during the Middle Ages.
Caison
Unique Latin-derived given name, traditionally meaning 'pure' or 'chaste', and historically worn by figures like Saint Cassian of Imola.
Denee
Unique American name created in the late 19th or early 20th century by combining popular names of the time. Its meaning is not definitive but may be interpreted as "radiant goddess." Despite its rarity, Denee is captivating and often associated with creativity and individuality.
Tafari
Ethiopian male given name derived from Amharic, translating to "one who respects or fears God," composed of "ta" meaning fear and "feri" meaning God.
Temika
Unique African name of Yoruba origin, where 'Temi' means hope and 'ka' signifies hold, thus the name symbolizes holding onto hope.
Toren
Rare given name of uncertain origin, possibly meaning "thunder" or "strong," often associated with a 16th-century Dutch nobleman who fought against Spanish rule. Today, it's chosen for its uniqueness rather than specific cultural significance.
Vaishnavi
Indian female name derived from Sanskrit 'Vaishnavi', meaning 'devotee of Lord Vishnu', signifying devotion, wisdom, and strength.
Adrionna
Rare yet striking Greek-origin given name derived from the Latin 'Hadrianus', associated with Emperor Hadrian, symbolizing strength and historic significance despite its modern rarity.
Aneesh
Indian name of Kerala origin, derived from Sanskrit 'Anish', meaning 'unique' or 'without equal', symbolizing distinctiveness.
Bowman
English surname dating back to at least the 13th century, derived from 'bowman', meaning archer or fletcher, and often given to skilled archers or craftsmen.
Calan
Distinctively Welsh name, derived from the word 'calan', meaning 'pure' or 'innocent'. It was traditionally used to express hopes for purity throughout one's life, with historical ties to the festival of Calan Gaeaf.
Dashia
Captivating female name of African origin, derived from the Yoruba name "Dasi," meaning "joyful" or "happy.
Dwan
Unusual, distinct name of uncertain origin and meaning, used throughout history worldwide despite its unknown etymology.
Falisha
Hebrew name meaning 'fairy' or 'mythical creature'.
Hadiya
Arabic female given name meaning 'gift' or 'present', often expressing joy at birth.
Joaquim
Portuguese name derived from the Hebrew Jehoiakim, meaning "God will exalt." It was borne by several Portuguese kings, including Joaquim I, known as "The Perfect Prince," and has been popular in Portugal and other Portuguese-influenced countries like Brazil and Angola.
Kashif
Persian name originally used as an honorific title for powerful individuals, now popular worldwide, symbolizing 'divider' or 'splendor'.