Female and male names most popular since 1880 - page 995.
Zafira
Elegant and uncommon Arab origin given name derived from 'zafir', meaning sapphire, symbolizing wisdom, power, and beauty in Arabic culture.
Zaiyden
Arabic name meaning "place of increase" or "growing place," reflecting growth and prosperity.
Zaveah
Rare but captivating Hebrew name, whose meaning can vary from 'beauty' or 'radiance' to 'dry riverbed' or 'winter', reflecting the landscapes of ancient Israel.
Zuha
Arabic boy's or girl's name derived from "zaha," meaning "to grow old" or "to age." It has historical significance as the name of one of Prophet Muhammad's wise companions, and is often chosen by parents hoping their child will embody similar virtues.
Aadin
Arabic name meaning 'eternal', historically bestowed upon Arabian nobility to symbolize longevity and power.
Alaria
Captivating feminine name of Spanish origin, derived from "alar" meaning "to arouse," signifying inspiration and awakening.
Aleayah
Rare yet meaningful Hebrew name, meaning 'ascending' or 'progress', pronounced ah-LEE-uh.
Aleila
Hebrew name meaning 'ascending' or 'going up', symbolizing progress and growth. It's notably mentioned in Numbers 27:1-11 as one of Zelophehad's daughters who challenged gender norms.
Aliese
Greek-origin name derived from 'alexein', meaning 'to defend' or 'protect'. It carries connotations of courage and strength, popular among parents seeking to inspire these qualities in their daughters. Notable figures include mathematician Alise Steinschneider.
Amadea
Unique Latin-derived name meaning 'beloved', popularized in ancient Roman times and famously held by Italian actress Amadea di Guglielmi.
Amaziah
Uncommon yet meaningful Hebrew name found in the Old Testament, meaning 'strengthened by Yah.'
Anye
West African origin name from the Akan tradition, meaning 'Wednesday's child'.
Ardenia
Rare Latin-derived name meaning 'from Ardentia,' an ancient Spanish city, signifying passion and possibly evoking nature.
Areal
Distinctively Spanish name derived from 'área', meaning 'area', used for both males and females, conveying spaciousness or expansive thinking.
Ariea
Unique Hebrew name meaning 'lion', symbolizing strength, courage, and leadership in Jewish culture.
Arneisha
Captivating African name derived from Swahili "arne" meaning 'love', with "-sha" indicating high affection.
Asal
Unique Persian name meaning 'pure', historically held by Queen Asal of the Sasanian Empire, embodying qualities like strength, wisdom, and compassion in Persian tradition.
Asalee
American name created by Steve Wynn for his daughter in the 1980s, popularized through his connection to the Mirage Resort in Las Vegas. Despite having no specific meaning or history, it has become a sought-after name due to its unique sound and association with luxury.
Atisha
Sanskrit name meaning 'excessive kindness,' derived from the Sanskrit words 'ati' (excessive) and 'sha' (to go).
Balen
Slavic name of Balkan origin, meaning "bold" or "courageous," historically popular among South Slavic peoples like Serbs and Croats.
Breniyah
Captivating unisex name of African origin, derived from the Yoruba word "Olorun," meaning "owner of heaven.
Breta
Rare Welsh name of ancient Celtic origin, meaning 'spear,' associated with strength and courage.
Britania
Unique Latin-derived feminine name originating from Britain, meaning "land of the Britons," historically associated with the Roman goddess Britannia symbolizing British power and identity.
Cardale
Uncommon English given name with no known specific meaning. It's believed to originate from the habitational surname Cardale, but there's no concrete evidence to support this theory.
Cheney
American given name derived from the French surname Cheney, meaning "chained" or "connected.
Cheyna
Unusual name of unclear origin and meaning, sometimes linked to Hebrew or Russian roots, but often used as an alternative spelling of Chena. Its popularity has grown in the US and it's associated with creativity and independence.
Cleburn
Rare American given name derived from the English occupational surname Cleaver, signifying skill or craftsmanship in metalworking.
Collan
Uncommon Irish name derived from "Cullan," meaning "little contender" or "little warrior.
Coner
Rare Irish name derived from the ancient surname Ó Conaire, meaning 'descendant of Conaire,' an old Gaelic personal name borne by early Irish kings known for bravery and wisdom.
Cope
English origin, derived from the Old English 'cop', meaning 'shallow bowl' or 'cup'.
Custer
English name originally meaning 'keeper' or 'guardian', derived from the Middle English word 'custere'. While it gained popularity due to General George Armstrong Custer, its use predates him.
Denya
African-origin female name derived from the Swahili word "deni," meaning "ten." Despite this numerical origin, Denya as a given name does not have a direct association with the number ten in most cultures and does not carry a specific meaning beyond its unique sound and spelling. Its popularity has spread worldwide, with each bearer contributing to its global significance.
Dereona
African name of Yoruba origin, meaning "meeting riches", associated with wealth and good fortune.
Dhrithi
Indian origin name meaning 'fortitude' or 'firmness', associated with strength, courage, and resilience.
Dorr
The Scandinavian name Dorr, derived from Old Norse 'Þórr' meaning 'thunder', honors the Viking god Thor and was popularized in Northern Europe during the Middle Ages.
Dory
Greek name meaning 'gift' or 'present', popularized recently due to pop culture usage.
Draycen
Newly created male name, blending the historic meanings of Drake ('snake' or 'dragon') and Austin ('great' or 'noble'), with no specific independent meaning.
Edilia
Rare, powerful Latin name derived from "aedificium," meaning "building" or "structure." It's associated with Saint Odile, a Frankish princess and abbess, and can be shortened to Eddie.
Enisa
Feminine given name of Slavic origin, derived from the Russian word 'enok' meaning 'grace', and also associated with the Islamic name A'isha, meaning 'life'.
Eriyah
Hebrew name meaning 'my light', embodying guidance, illumination, and hope, with historical significance in the Bible and deep roots in Jewish tradition.