Female and male names most popular since 1880 - page 578.

Welsh male given name derived from "mercher," meaning "merchant." It signifies trade and prosperity, having been popular among merchants and Welsh nobility during the Middle Ages. Today, Merek is recognized globally as a strong name with a rich history, but it's not tied to any specific religion or culture.

Russian name derived from "nekita," meaning "no mercy." Despite its potential intimidation, it's associated with beauty, grace, and strength. Historically, Nekita was given to noble Russian girls as a symbol of power and elegance. Notably, Grand Duchess Maria Nikolaevna Romanova was often called Nekita by her close ones. Today, Nekita is admired worldwide for its uniqueness and powerful meaning.

The Indian-origin name Nithin signifies 'truth', derived from Sanskrit 'Nitih'.

Rare and elegant Arabic female name meaning 'wise' or 'knowledgeable', conveying intelligence and insightfulness, while also implying inner peace.

Arabic feminine given name meaning "mercy" or "compassion," derived from the Arabic word "reham.

Irish name derived from Séalaigh, meaning 'challenging', and associated with the legendary hero Cú Chulainn's wise and strong foster mother in Irish mythology.

African name of Yoruba origin, meaning "great courage".

English name derived from Old English words "stede" (place) and "mann" (man), meaning 'dweller at a particular place'.

Modern Korean female name derived from "tae" meaning great and "ya", often associated with beauty or elegance, pronounced /tɑː.jə/.

Distinctive Arabic name meaning 'he brings happiness,' associated with the prophet Jonah and notably borne by renowned Turkish poet Yunus Emre.

Unique Hebrew name meaning "remember," prominent in the Bible as Zechariah, a prophet and priest.

Arabic name derived from Ali, meaning "elevated," often associated with the prominent Islamic figure Ali ibn Abi Talib.

Turkish female name meaning "true" or "authentic," derived from the word "asl.

African name of Yoruba origin (Nigeria/Benin), meaning "Father exists" or "There is a father".

Arabic given name meaning 'full moon', derived from the Arabic word 'badr'. It signifies brightness, wisdom, and fairness, reflecting its Islamic roots and cultural significance.

Rare Latin-derived feminine given name meaning 'strong as a bear', inspired by St. Bernard of Clairvaux and created during the Middle Ages by adding the suffix '-stine' to Bernhard/Bernard.

German surname and given name with international recognition, originating from the Middle High German word 'brun,' meaning 'brown.' It was initially used as a nickname for someone with brown hair or eyes.

American given name derived from the Scottish surname 'Cole', meaning 'servant of the coal'.

Captivating male given name with unknown origins; despite its mysterious past, it has been chosen by some families worldwide as a distinctive option.

Uncommon African American name with uncertain origins, possibly derived from a blend of Derek, Derwin, and Aaron.

Nordic name derived from Old Norse elements meaning "noble glory," associated with dwarves guarding golden apples in Norse mythology.

Distinctive Spanish name derived from "errante," meaning "wandering" or "traveling," signifying adventure and curiosity.

American female given name created by author Stephen King for his 'The Dark Tower' series, with no specific meaning or historical significance.

Classic male given name of Greek origin, meaning "host" or "guardian", derived from the word "hōmēros".

Rare Hebrew name derived from "Yam," meaning "sea." It has biblical roots and carries significant historical importance despite being relatively new as a given name.

The name Jamel is Arabic in origin, meaning 'beauty', derived from 'jamal' and popular among Muslims historically.

Modern variant of the Hebrew name Israel, meaning "to strive or prevail with God," derived from the biblical story of Jacob's wrestling match and name change.

Rare feminine name of French origin, derived from the Hebrew name Hannah via Jeanne/Johanna, meaning 'God is gracious'.

Rare, distinctive name of African origin derived from Chloe, which means "blooming" or "blossoming".

Serbian name derived from "jovan," meaning "God is gracious.

Distinctive female name of Scottish origin, derived from the surname Carr or Kerr meaning 'carpenter' or 'wheelwright', with possible ties to the Gaelic word 'ceár' signifying 'chariot maker'.

Rare yet meaningful male given name with Latin roots meaning "pure" or "chaste," originating from ancient Rome where it was associated with purity, innocence, and destined greatness.

Finnish unisex name derived from "lempeä," meaning "soft" or "gentle.

Greek-derived name meaning 'lionesses', evoking strength and grace.

Magdalena is a feminine name of Latin origin, meaning 'from Magdala', an ancient Palestinian fishing village.

Unique, uncommon name with unknown origin and meaning, chosen often for its distinctive sound and enigmatic qualities despite no known historical significance.

Unique African name of Yoruba origin, meaning "beautiful one," derived from the legendary queen Moremi Ajasoro.

Ethiopian name composed of 'Nathanael' (meaning 'God gives') and 'El' ('God'), signifying 'Given by God'. Historically, it was given to boys born around Christmas in Ethiopia, influenced by the Ethiopian Orthodox Church's celebration of the Feast of the Nativity. The name gained international recognition when Emperor Haile Selassie I named his son Natnael in 1936.

African name of Zulu origin, translating to 'Lord' or 'King', reflecting its powerful and majestic connotations.

Greek-derived name meaning "song" or "ode," inspired by the lyric poem form expressing strong emotions. Historically, it's associated with notable figures like Pindar, an ancient Greek poet known for composing odes celebrating athletic victors. Today, though uncommon, Odes is chosen by parents seeking unique and meaningful names with rich historical backgrounds.