Female names most popular since 1880 - page 1027.
Luta
Strong, unisex name of African origin, translating as 'to fight' or 'struggle', embodying courage and perseverance.
Lutitia
Rare Latin-derived name meaning 'light' or 'shining one'.
Maggee
Irish given name derived from the surname Mac Aodha, meaning 'son of fire' or 'son of red,' symbolizing life, warmth, and energy.
Maithili
Captivating name of Sanskrit origin, derived from "Maithil," referencing the ancient Maitraka dynasty that ruled over present-day Bihar, India. It signifies elegance, grace, and nobility, reflecting its rich historical and cultural heritage.
Makaiyla
Captivating Hawaiian name derived from 'Mak' meaning "beloved" and 'Kaiyla', believed to mean "to observe", suggesting "watching over the beloved".
Makhila
Unique African name of Bantu origin, derived from the Swahili word "makiwa," meaning "to be brave." It signifies strength and courage.
Malonnie
Rare French given name derived from "malon" meaning "little badger," signifying someone who lives where badgers are found or the place of badgers.
Manesha
Maneesha is an Indian origin name meaning 'gemstone', believed to bring good fortune and prosperity, associated with the Hindu goddess Lakshmi.
Mariadelosangel
Maria delos Angeles is a unique, Spanish-derived female name translating to 'Mary of the Angels', reflecting Catholic spirituality.
Maribela
Unique Hebrew-derived name meaning 'sea' or 'rebellious,' popularized in Portugal by Jewish refugees and associated with Portuguese poet Maria Bibiana de Jesus who used the pen name 'Maribela.'
Maribi
Rare Spanish name of Basque origin, derived from Mari-Bi and translating literally as 'sea and'.
Maricelda
Unique Spanish name composed of "Maria," meaning "rebellious sea," and "Celda," meaning "heavenly.
Marietherese
Marie-Therese is a sophisticated French female given name composed of Marie, meaning 'sea' or 'rebelliousness', and Thérèse, derived from Greek 'theros', signifying 'harvest'.
Marilia
Marilia, of Latin origin meaning "of Mars" or "dedicated to Mars," was popularized in ancient Rome as a feminine form of Marius.
Marlenie
Unique and elegant German-origin name with variations like Marlene Dietrich, suggesting strength and coastal ties.
Marleyann
Rare, captivating name derived from Marlene (German for 'border/lake') and Ann (Hebrew for 'grace'), signifying 'grace from the border or lake'.
Marqita
Marquita is a distinct and captivating name of Latin origin, derived from the Spanish word "marquesa," meaning "marchioness" or "countess." Popularized during Spain's Baroque era, Marquita has been associated with notable figures like blues singer Marquita Walker and Olympian Marquita Brown-May. Today, it is viewed as a strong, elegant name conveying sophistication and grace.
Marylisa
Unique French feminine given name composed of "Marie," meaning 'sea' or 'rebelliousness,' and "Lys," derived from the Greek word 'lilium', signifying 'lily'. Thus, Marylisa can be interpreted as either 'rebellious lily' or 'lily of the sea'.
Maximiliana
Unique feminine given name of Latin origin, derived from the Roman family name Maximinus. It means "the greatest and least," combining the elements "maximus" (greatest) and "minus" (less). Though rare today, it has historic ties to Empress Maria Leopoldine Josepha Gabriela Franziska Theresia Xaveria von Habsburg-Lothringen and literary associations through Brazilian writer Castro Alves' poem dedicated to a woman named Maximiliana.
Maylena
Unique Spanish name derived from "mayor," meaning "greater," with "-lena" as a feminine suffix.
Meilan
Chinese female name meaning 'beautiful orchid'.
Meldoy
Rare Greek name meaning "song" or "melody".
Melene
Rare, Greek female given name that translates to "dark," referencing the concept of darkness from the Greek word "melaina." It originated as a female form of Melanion, a figure from Greek mythology whose name means "dark-haired." Today, despite its rarity, Melene carries historical and cultural significance due to its Greek origins and mythological connections.
Melissie
Greek-derived feminine name meaning "honeybee", symbolizing sweetness and industriousness since ancient times.
Menda
Historic unisex African name from the Luba-Kasai ethnic group in DRC, with meanings tied to their culture though not clearly defined.
Meridy
Unique Latin-derived female name meaning 'midday' or 'noon', symbolizing warmth, brightness, and energy.
Minaya
Japanese name derived from "minayaki," traditional pottery known for its textured glazing technique, conveying creativity, strength, and elegance.
Minica
Rare, Latin-derived feminine name, meaning 'small' or 'modest', possibly a diminutive of Minorina or Minnia.
Mirasol
Charming and unique name of Spanish origin, composed of "mira" meaning "to look at" or "to watch", and "sol" translating to "sun". It can be interpreted as "looking at the sun" or "watching the sun".
Mishaela
Unique Hebrew name meaning either "who is like God?" or "God is my reward.
Mishon
Rare Hebrew name meaning "daily offering," reflecting Jewish temple rituals and carrying spiritual significance.
Moniquea
Modern variant of the classic French name Monique, which means "advisor" or "guide.
Montrell
African origin, derived from the Scottish name Montrose meaning "red hill," with "mont-" signifying mountain and "-rose" referring to a rose or hill. It gained popularity among African Americans in the U.S. during the 20th century as part of a trend embracing names with African origins.
Myaisha
Captivating African name derived from Swahili, meaning "life at night".
Mychala
Rare, Slavic-derived feminine variant of the Hebrew name Michael, which means "who is like God?" or "he who resembles God.
Mykale
Rare Greek-origin name meaning 'from the island of Milo', also a variant of Arabic Mikail meaning 'who is like God?'.
Naeli
Unique Hebrew name meaning "wings," popularized recently due to its melodic sound and symbolic freedom.
Nakaiyah
Beautiful, unique Native American name of Cherokee origin, meaning "first daughter" or "daughter born in the morning.
Nalin
Sanskrit boy's name meaning 'movement' or 'flow', derived from the lotus flower, and associated with strength, courage, wisdom in Indian epics like Mahabharata.
Narelle
Unique Australian female given name created by author Thomas Keneally in his 1985 novel "A Family Madness," without any specific meaning or derivation from known languages.