Female names most popular from last year - page 1279.

Unique Welsh name derived from Mererid, meaning "great sea chief" or "lord of the sea.

Uncommon given name of unknown origin, possibly derived from French Marianne but with no concrete evidence supporting this claim. Used sparingly since the late 19th century, its meaning today is largely subjective and personal.

Hebrew name meaning "rebellious" or "contentious," originating from the biblical story of the Israelites' complaint about water during their Exodus from Egypt.

Rare Hebrew girls' name meaning "rebellious in the house of God".

Modern feminine form of Mercury, derived from the Roman god known for his swiftness and intelligence, and associated with adaptability.

American female name derived from Welsh origins, bearing the meaning "great ruler" or "fortune".

Unique female name of Welsh origin, meaning 'generous sea'.

Meredith is a female given name of Welsh origin, meaning "great chief" or "noble lord", derived from the elements mered ("great") andudd ("lord/chief"). It was popular among Welsh nobility and has literary significance, appearing in Charlotte Brontë's novel "Jane Eyre".

Beautiful and unique Welsh name meaning 'from the sea', popularized by its use in literature.

Unique Latin-derived female name meaning 'midday' or 'noon', symbolizing warmth, brightness, and energy.

Unique Welsh name derived from 'mererid', meaning 'to bring forth'.

Merie, of Welsh origin, means "peaceful" or "gentle," and is associated with the wise and powerful Celtic goddess Morrigan.

Unique and beautiful Hebrew name, derived from Miriam, meaning "sea" or "rebellious." It carries historical significance as the name of Moses' sister and prophetess in the Old Testament.

Unique French name derived from "mer," meaning "sea," symbolizing depth and vastness.

Captivating female name of Arabic origin, meaning 'light' or 'luminous', symbolizing illumination and brightness.

African origin feminine name meaning 'European' in Swahili, embodying adaptability, resilience, and harmony.

Unique American name created by author Mercedes Lackey for her fantasy novels, with no explicit meaning but often interpreted as "bringer of joy" or "songbird".

Meryl is a Hebrew origin name meaning "song" or "canticle", associated with musicality and celebrations.

Rare Latin-derived given name that signifies the midday sun or sea, suggesting warmth and vastness.

American given name coined by playwright Paul Zindel in his 1970 play "The Effect of Gamma Rays on Man-in-the-Moon Marigolds." Its origin and meaning remain uncertain, with theories ranging from Celtic influences to potential derivations from Mercedes or Miriam. Despite its unclear beginnings, Merilee's unique charm and association with Zindel's work continue to appeal to parents seeking distinctive names for their daughters.

Unique French name meaning "sea wolf.

English given name created by combining Mary, meaning "exalted one," and Marilyn, derived from Welsh Llŷn meaning headland.

Rare feminine name with uncertain origins, possibly a variant of Marilyn, but its meaning remains unknown.

Albanian feminine given name derived from the word "merimanga," meaning compassion or sympathy.

Enchanting Irish feminine given name derived from the Irish surname "O'Mearnin," meaning "descendant of the sea warrior.

Exquisite African origin name meaning "water lily" in the Bantu language of Madagascar.

Uncommon yet enchanting Irish girl's name derived from the ancient surname Merrin, translating to "the fair-haired one of the sea".

Ancient Welsh female name that translates to "proud" or "valiant," originating from the historic personal name Meredudd.

Rare female name from Spain's Basque Country, meaning 'of the sea' in Basque.

Unique female name of Latin origin, derived from 'meris' meaning 'part', symbolizing sharing.

Georgian name meaning "sun", inspired by ancient sun god Ramisa.

Unique Hebrew girls' name meaning "to contemplate" or "observe", with historical roots and modern literary associations.

Albanian feminine name derived from Latin 'meritus', meaning 'deserving' or 'merit'. It was traditionally given to girls of high social status in medieval Albania.

Unique, feminine diminutive of Mertis, the Greek goddess of harmony and peace.

Unique Catalan girls' name derived from "meritxor," meaning "snow-covered peak.

Hebrew feminine given name meaning 'counsel' or 'advice', popularized by Judah Halevi's poem Kuzari.

Latin origin, meaning "dedicated to Mars," the Roman god of war. It was popular among ancient Romans and often given to girls born during times of conflict or whose fathers fought in wars.

Uncommon English name derived from the Anglo-Saxon 'Merīweorth', meaning 'famous warrior'.

Unique Persian girls' name derived from "meri" meaning 'sea,' associated with goddess Anahita. It's often used in hopes the bearer grows into grace, beauty, and intelligence, appearing in ancient texts like Ferdowsi's Shahnameh. Today, it remains popular globally despite its Persian origins.

Beautiful Hebrew name meaning "song," often associated with joyous celebrations like Sukkot, and popular among parents seeking a unique and meaningful name for their daughter.