Female names most popular since 1880 - page 219.
Cesilia
Cecilia is a feminine given name of Latin origin, derived from the Roman family name Caecilius, which means "blind" or "one-eyed".
Halen
Rare yet significant Welsh name derived from 'halen', meaning 'salt', and associated with the sea.
Ilia
Greek feminine name meaning 'cheerful' or 'joyous', associated with the goddess Hilaria in Greek mythology. It is popular worldwide, known for its positive connotation and historic significance.
Kiyanna
Unisex name of African-American origin, derived from the Swahili word "kiyana" meaning 'the same'.
Malarie
Rare female given name of unknown origin, with no widely accepted etymology or meaning.
Ronesha
African name of Ashanti origin (Ghana), combining "Ron" meaning "wise/strong" and "Eshe" meaning "life," signifying "wise/life" or "strong/life.
Annagrace
Modern Irish name composed of Anna ("grace" in Hebrew) and Grace (English), meaning "grace upon grace," symbolizing abundance of favor.
Casaundra
Uncommon yet meaningful female given name with uncertain origins, possibly stemming from Latin 'cassus' meaning 'empty', or Hebrew Cassandra meaning 'she who excels over men'. It is associated with notable figures like Casaubon in George Eliot's novel Middlemarch and interpreted to mean 'the emptiness that holds great potential'.
Dayonna
Uncommon yet powerful female name of African origin, derived from the Yoruba people's goddess Oya, signifying "mother of nine" or "she who has given birth to twins.
Disha
Indian girls' name derived from Sanskrit, translating to 'direction'.
Jezebel
Hebrew name derived from "izzab," meaning "not exalted" or "unprincipled." It gained popularity through the biblical figure Queen Jezebel, who influenced her husband King Ahab and promoted Baal worship in Israel. Despite its controversial associations, Jezebel remains an uncommon yet striking choice for a baby girl's name due to its unique sound and rich historical legacy.
Leanore
Rare, elegant German female name meaning "graceful noblewoman".
Naira
Persian-origin name meaning 'light' or 'luminous', gaining popularity worldwide.
Rosslyn
Distinctive Scottish name derived from the village Roslin, home to the legendary Rosslyn Chapel, with meanings ranging from 'horse clearing' to 'promontory headland'.
Bettyjo
American female name coined by Truman Capote in his novel "Handcarved Coffins," combining 'Betty' meaning "pledged to you" and 'Jo' from Josephine meaning "Jehovah increases.
Briah
Hebrew name meaning "creation," derived from the Kabbalistic world of creation in Jewish mysticism.
Cassidee
Uncommon yet captivating Irish name derived from the surname Cassidy, meaning "vigorous in battle.
Clea
Captivating Greek name meaning 'fame' or 'glory', popularized by its association with the Muse of fame in Greek mythology and notable individuals throughout history.
Evianna
Unique and elegant Greek-derived female name meaning 'good' or 'well', popularized during the Byzantine Empire.
Eyvonne
Unique Norwegian name originally for boys, derived from 'ey' (island/wolf) and 'ulf' (wolf), now predominantly used for girls. Its historical rarity contributes to its mystique, while its connection to wolves associates it with strength and courage.
Hilarie
Unique Latin-derived female given name meaning 'cheerful' or 'mirthful', associated with happiness and joy, popularized in ancient Rome for its virtuous connotation of lightheartedness.
Judah
Hebrew male given name meaning "praised," derived from the Hebrew word for "judah" and one of the twelve tribes of Israel. It has been used throughout history by notable figures like King Herod the Great and Judah Maccabeus. Today, Judah remains popular worldwide, especially among Jewish communities and English-speaking countries.
Kenza
Arabic origin name meaning "rich" or "abundant", derived from the word "kizna" meaning treasure or wealth.
Khloey
Charming modern variant of the ancient Greek name Chloe, meaning "blooming" or "blossoming.
Lyza
Distinctive feminine given name of Hebrew origin, meaning "power" or "strength".
Preston
English masculine given name derived from the Old English 'PREOST', meaning 'priest'.
Saron
Hebrew origin gender-neutral name meaning "song" or "lyric," associated with joy, harmony, and biblical cities like Saron in Canaan.
Shontel
African American name combining Irish 'Shaun'/'Sean' meaning 'God is gracious', with '-tel', popular in African American naming, first created in the 1970s.
Esmee
Esmée is a Dutch name derived from "es" meaning east and "-me" denoting beauty, translating to "beautiful east." Created by poet Willem Bilderdijk for his daughter, it signifies the beauty of sunrise in the east.
Lynnsey
English variant spelling of Lindsay, meaning 'from the bright island' in Scottish Gaelic, thought to have originated as a feminine form of the Scottish surname Lyndsay.
Ruthanna
American-made name derived from Ruth, which means "compassionate friend," giving Ruthanna the interpretation of "joyful compassionate friend.
Saleena
Arabic-origin name meaning "peaceful" or "harmonious," popularized by Prophet Muhammad's daughter Fatima, offering a melodic sound and significant meaning.
Armandina
Elegant Italian girl's name derived from the Germanic Hermann, meaning 'army man'.
Edrie
Distinctive Hebrew name derived from the word "witness", popularized during medieval Spain and notably borne by Jewish sage Rabbi Eliezer ben Hyrcanus, also known as Edri.
Irlanda
Irish female given name derived from Éire, meaning "west of the land.
Jera
Hebrew female given name that means "song" or "melody," originating from the Hebrew word "zerah.
Kearra
American girl's name derived from the Irish surname O'Ciaráin, meaning "descendant of Ciarán," which in turn comes from the Irish word "ciar" meaning "dark.
Lan
Chinese origin and means "orchid," symbolizing elegance and nobility. It has been used for both males and females throughout Chinese history and remains popular today due to its positive connotations and rich historical significance.
Mayleigh
Unique English female name created by combining "May" and "leigh", derived from Old English "leah" meaning "woodland clearing". It could mean "woodland in May" or "beautiful wood".
Wilhelmena
Rare German female name composed of 'Wilhelm,' meaning 'strong-willed warrior,' and '-ena,' a feminine suffix, conveying power and resolve.