Female names most popular since 1880 - page 1466.
Henriella
Latin-origin given name meaning "home ruler" or "ruler of the home," derived from the masculine name Henry, popular among European nobility throughout history.
Henza
African name of Swahili origin, meaning 'to shine' or 'radiant light'.
Herlane
Distinctive and rare name with an unknown origin, believed by some to have roots in ancient Greek or Hebrew culture.
Hermanda
Rare yet captivating unisex name of Latin origin, derived from 'hermannus', meaning 'army man' or 'soldier'. Originally used for brave boys in Spain during the 5th century Visigothic invasion, it evolved over time to be more commonly used for girls.
Hermene
Greek origin name meaning "song" or "lyric poem".
Hermoni
Rare Hebrew name derived from "hermon," meaning "mountain peak." It refers to the sacred Mount Hermon in Anti-Lebanon range, with historical significance in Jewish tradition.
Hestel
Rare Hebrew variant of Esther, meaning "star," carrying biblical significance and suitable for both genders.
Heysell
Rare female name of Basque origin, believed to mean 'from the place where oak trees grow'.
Hikmah
Arabic origin name meaning "wisdom," associated with divine guidance and intelligence in Islam.
Hildia
Scandinavian female name derived from Old Norse elements 'hildr' meaning 'battle' or 'war', and 'eya' meaning 'island'.
Hinaea
Distinctive Hawaiian name derived from "hina," meaning "small" or "petite," with "-ea" denoting royalty or nobility.
Hinatea
Hinatea, of Hawaiian origin, means 'together with the goddess Hina', symbolizing unity and divine blessing.
Hitney
African name of Ashanti origin meaning "noble" or "royal," historically given to children considered destined for greatness.
Hoai
Traditional Vietnamese female given name derived from 'hoa ai', meaning 'flower loved by others'.
Holloway
Uncommon English given name derived from 'hol' meaning hollow and 'lea' meaning meadow or clearing, translating to "hollow meadow" or "hollow clearing". It shares Old English origins with many other nature-inspired names but has never ranked among the top 1000 most popular names in the United States.
Hoshi
Captivating Japanese name meaning 'star', evoking light and beauty. It's deeply rooted in Japanese culture and folklore, believed to bring good fortune.
Hriti
Beautiful and unique female name of Sanskrit origin, meaning "song" or "melody," associated with Saraswati, the goddess of music and learning.
Hudis
Rare Hebrew name meaning 'miracle' or 'wonder', derived from 'hodayah' which translates to 'praise'. It has historical significance, being used by figures like Hudis ben Meir, a Talmudic sage. Despite its uniqueness, it carries profound meaning and is chosen by parents seeking meaningful names for their children.
Hurtha
Unique Scandinavian name derived from 'húðr' meaning battle-shirt and 'þórr' the god of thunder Thor, signifying 'Thor's battle-shirt' or 'Thor's armor'.
Huxlie
Uncommon English given name with Old English roots, derived from Huixli and possibly meaning "of like mind". It has been recorded since Anglo-Saxon times, including in the Domesday Book of 1086. Throughout history, it has been relatively rare but has appeared occasionally, notably among knight Sir Huxlie de la Haye and Scottish landowner Sir Huxlie Maxwell. Today, Huxlie is still uncommon but used occasionally for boys or girls.
Ialene
Greek-derived female name meaning "pure" or "clear," associated with innocence and the goddess Hera.
Ice
English given name derived from 'ice', signifying coolness, clarity, and resilience.
Icsel
Norse name derived from 'Islesi,' meaning 'ice bear,' symbolizing strength and endurance.
Idaira
Unique Basque name meaning 'graceful/elegant', popularized by Bernardo Aitzapurua's poem dedicated to his daughter Idaira.
Idelette
Rare yet elegant French female name derived from the word 'idée', meaning 'idea'. It signifies 'little idea' or 'small concept'.
Idette
Unique French feminine given name derived from Isabelle, meaning "God is my oath" in Hebrew. It has historical significance in French culture and literature.
Idiatou
Rare African name from Senegal and Gambia, predominantly among the Wolof ethnic group. Its meaning, "bringer of happiness," reflects the joyful occasions it was traditionally given to newborn girls during times of abundance and unity.
Idrissa
West African name of Fulani origin, meaning 'happy'.
Iduma
The Hebrew name Iduma, derived from 'Edom', signifies Esau's region in the Old Testament.
Ignatia
Distinctive female given name of Latin origin, derived from "ignatius," meaning "of fire" or "fiery." It is associated with heat, passion, and energy.
Iiana
Iiana is of Greek origin, derived from 'Ionia,' a historical region in Asia Minor, and associated with renewal or new beginnings.
Iklas
Arabic name meaning 'wise', popular among Muslims due to its association with a companion of Prophet Muhammad.
Ilenne
Distinctive French variant of Helen, derived from the Greek word "helene," meaning "torch." In France since at least the early 20th century, it combines uniqueness with historical significance.
Ilette
Rare Hebrew feminine given name derived from the word 'illelet', meaning 'curtain' or 'veil', symbolizing spirituality and holiness.
Ilga
Unique Scandinavian female name derived from Old Norse 'Hildr', meaning 'battle' or 'fight'. It was popular among Viking women known for their courage and strength in battle.
Ilhaam
Arabic female given name meaning "gift from God," derived from the word "iilaah" translating to "god" or "divinity.
Ilianys
Distinctive Spanish name derived from the male name Illinois, meaning "best people" or "perfect man," with possible interpretations including "from Illinois" or "beautiful flower.
Ilora
Unique girl's name of unknown origin, believed to be coined by J.R.R. Tolkien, with no widely accepted meaning or cultural associations.
Iluminada
Spanish-origin name meaning 'enlightened', popularized during the Spanish Renaissance to signify intellectual growth and associated with notable figures like Iluminada Vásquez de Coronado.
Ilyne
Distinctive Hebrew name derived from 'Eileh', meaning 'these'.