Female first names the most popular of last year.

Rare male name of African origin, derived from the Yoruba words "Ada" meaning "crown" and "li" meaning "is worthy". It translates to "The crown is worthy" or "The crown is royal", suggesting nobility and regalness. Historically used among West African cultures, particularly the Yoruba people, it carries strong connotations of royalty despite its rarity outside Africa today.

Latin-derived name with a rich history, originating from the Roman family name Aemilius, meaning "to strive for" or "to rival." It was popular among Roman nobility and has been associated with notable figures and saints throughout history.

Elegant Indian name from Rajasthan, meaning 'the first' in Sanskrit, signifying uniqueness and associating with Hindu mother goddess Aditi.

Rare yet distinguished feminine given name of Latin origin, derived from the city name Aelia Capitolina, founded by Emperor Hadrian in 130 AD.

Korean girl's name meaning "love Lee", gaining international popularity for its melodious sound and appealing meaning.

Ailynn, an Irish name derived from 'Áine,' means 'radiance' and is associated with the red-haired Irish goddess of summer and wealth.

Distinctive Spanish-derived name meaning 'joy' or 'happiness', gaining popularity worldwide despite lacking historical associations.

Distinctive Latin-derived female name meaning 'wings', symbolizing freedom and grace.

Unique, captivating name of Latin origin derived from "allure," meaning charm or attractiveness. It signifies grace, elegance, and allure.

Unique feminine name of French origin, derived from the word "amitié" meaning friendship, conveying camaraderie or closeness.

Scandinavian female name derived from the Old Norse 'ani' (ancient) and 'etta' (form of), translating to "ancient one".

Captivating Japanese name composed of "Ano" meaning 'that' or 'those', and "Ri" signifying beauty, harmony, and good fortune.

Unique female given name with uncertain African or Hebrew origins and unclear meanings, but it has gained popularity due to its distinctive sound and spelling.

Ariany, of Spanish origin, means 'ram' or 'bighorn sheep', symbolizing strength and courage.

Rare Scottish given name derived from the surname "Arley," meaning "from the hill clearing" in Old English, often associated with organization or harmony due to its similarity to the word "array.

Rare Persian name meaning 'connected with the earth', symbolizing grounding and resilience.

Unique Japanese girls' name derived from 'asumi', meaning 'morning dew', composed of kanji characters 'a' (morning) and 'su' (dew), evoking freshness and renewal.

Uncommon English given name derived from Old English 'hafum', meaning 'north'.

Inuit name meaning 'little girl', reflecting the deep cultural significance placed on children in Arctic Canada's indigenous communities.

Captivating feminine name of African Yoruba origin, meaning 'prosperity and joy'.

Charming Hebrew name derived from Elizabeth, meaning "God is my oath" or "God is my promise".

Unique American female given name with uncertain origins but believed to be derived from Irish surname Brennan or combination of Brianna and Makayla. It has gained popularity since 2005, currently ranking as the 764th most popular girl's name in the US, and is often associated with qualities of strength, courage, and uniqueness.

Distinctive Italian girl's name with roots in the German male name Karl, meaning "strong" or "free man".

Feminine English given name derived from the Old German word "cheruskan", originally referring to the Cheruscans, an ancient Germanic tribe.

English name derived from 'choyse,' meaning 'choice.'

Latin-derived name meaning "a fifth," historically associated with Saint Cinthia, the martyr.

Unique Hawaiian name meaning "brave as the sky".

Intriguing African female name derived from Swahili 'Daysi', meaning 'to have peace'. It signifies tranquility and harmony.

Captivating name of Latin origin derived from the Spanish word 'deseo', translating to 'desire' in English, signifying passion and intense feelings.

Slavic unisex name derived from "draka", meaning dragon, symbolizing strength and courage.

Distinctive Hebrew name meaning 'tree of God' or 'tree of eternity', emphasizing growth, strength, and longevity.

Greek-origin name derived from "elythron," meaning olive tree, symbolizing peace and prosperity.

American name created by author Stephenie Meyer for her Twilight series, with no explicitly stated meaning or history. Despite its unknown origin, many are drawn to Emersynn's unique sound and spelling.

Unique Turkish name derived from "emir," meaning "commander" or "prince." Traditionally used for boys expected to become leaders, it also has historical ties to the Ottoman Empire. Today, while still primarily male, Emri can be a strong choice for either gender.

Arabic-origin feminine given name derived from "asmaa", meaning "to listen".

Hungarian female name derived from "est" meaning "evening," associated with twilight and popularized by Mór Jókai's novel "Esti Grin.

Arabic name derived from 'fatimah', meaning 'to abstain'. It honors Fatima bint Muhammad, the Prophet's daughter, known for her wisdom and devotion to Islam.

Italian feminine name derived from Latin 'flos', meaning 'flower'.

Historic Germanic female given name deriving from 'ger,' meaning 'spear,' and 'trud,' signifying 'strength' or 'war.'

Italian girl's name derived from the town of Bellagio on Lake Como, possibly signifying beauty or elegance.