Female names most popular since 1880 - page 222.
Devine
Uncommon first name with unknown origins and unclear meanings. Its etymology is uncertain, and theories about its source vary widely, including possible links to Irish surnames or Latin words like "divinus." Despite this ambiguity, Devine has gained popularity as a given name for both boys and girls in recent years.
Harlowe
English name derived from 'here' (army) and 'loewe' (lion), translating to "army lion" or "lion warrior".
Maribella
Italian female given name derived from Latin "marinus," meaning "of the sea," translating to "beautiful sea.
Reginald
English name derived from the Latin Reginaldus, meaning "bold power" or "bold king.
Braylen
Unique, modern American given name created by combining elements from other names, with no clear origin or meaning.
Karee
Hebrew female name meaning "like a song" or "songful", first popularized in the U.S. late 20th century despite uncertain origins.
Lauraine
Feminine French name derived from the male name Lauren, which originates from the Latin word "laurus," meaning "bay tree." It was popularized during medieval times as a female form of Laurence, associated with Saint Laurence. Today, Lauraine is predominantly used as a female name in French-speaking countries and communities worldwide. Its roots in Latin and Roman mythology give it associations with strength, wisdom, nobility, and grace.
Lauree
Variant of the Latin name Laura, meaning 'laurel' or 'bay tree', symbolizing victory since ancient Rome.
Raffaela
Attractive Italian girl's name derived from the Latin 'Raphaelis', meaning 'God has healed'.
Alayjah
African American name created from elements of Aaliyah ('exalted'), Layla ('night') and Imani ('faith').
Eulalie
The feminine given name Eulalie has Greek origins, meaning "well-spoken" or "sweetly spoken", derived from 'eugenes' (good-born) and '-lia' (beauty/excellence).
Pamila
Distinctive Latin-derived name meaning "all" or "every", once favored by medieval Europeans like tennis player Pattinama and actress Jones.
Vicie
Unique given name of uncertain origin, possibly derived from Latin 'victus' or English 'Victory', but its true meaning remains mysterious.
Zaara
Persian name meaning 'radiance' or 'shine', historically significant as it was also the name of a wishing-granting mythical bird in ancient Persian mythology.
Burnetta
American name created by author Stephen King for his 2005 novel 'The Colorado Kid,' making it unique and rare.
Charmane
Captivating French-origin female name derived from 'charmant', meaning 'charming'.
Ellise
Ellise, of French origin, means 'God is my oath' and was once a variant of Elisabeth.
Kristena
Distinctive female given name derived from Greek 'christos', meaning 'anointed'. It's a rare, yet historically significant name with religious connotations, carried by notable figures like Lady Kristena Gyllenstierna of Sweden.
Peaches
English given name derived from the sweet fruit, popularized in mid-20th century USA among African American communities.
Yuriko
Popular Japanese feminine name meaning "excellent pear".
Cerise
The French name Cerise means "cherry" and has been used as a given name in France since the Middle Ages.
Everest
Unique male given name derived from the world's highest peak, Mount Everest, which shares its name but has no specific meaning beyond its association with the mighty mountain.
Hadeel
Arabic-origin name meaning 'iron', symbolizing strength and resilience, often used in the Middle East, with religious significance in Islam.
Shanese
Captivating African American name derived from the Arabic 'Shams', meaning 'sun'.
Armella
Rare but captivating Italian female name, possibly derived from the word 'armella', meaning small delicate bell, suggesting connotations of grace and harmony.
Medora
Distinctive female name derived from the Latin word "medor," meaning to heal or cure, reflecting strength and resilience throughout history and literature.
Valeska
Captivating feminine name of Latin origin, derived from "vale" meaning "be strong" or "be healthy".
Xia
The Chinese name Xia, meaning 'summer' or other variants like 'forked branch' or 'song', has been a prestigious choice throughout history, symbolizing growth and prosperity.
Brystal
Brystal is of English origin, meaning "like crystal," derived from the Middle English word "crystall" and believed to have originated as a variant spelling of Crystal.
Evah
Hebrew origin name meaning "life" or "to breathe," often associated with Eve from the Bible, and gaining popularity as a modern and distinctive choice worldwide.
Jermani
Unique African American name derived from Jeremiah, meaning "appointed by God." It gained popularity in the early 20th century and reflects a Southern African American tradition of adding a "ni" sound to names as a means of reclaiming identity amidst racial discrimination.
Korah
Hebrew name derived from "kere'ah," meaning "ice.
Malori
Rare, Welsh-derived unisex name meaning "sea-hill" or "smooth brow", historically associated with strength and nobility.
Merrilyn
English name derived from "merry," meaning joyful or happy, popularized as a feminine form in medieval England.
Richele
Rare Hebrew name meaning "friend of God", derived from elements "rechem" (womb) and "el" (God), with biblical roots tracing back to ancient midwife Richele.
Sharrie
Rare, distinctive name with unknown origins and uncertain meaning, possibly a variant of Sherrie or a made-up name.
Suann
Uncommon yet captivating female Irish name derived from the Gaelic 'Suan', meaning peace, symbolizing tranquility and harmony.
Terrance
American name derived from Tertius, meaning 'third' in Latin, popularized as a given name in mid-20th century US.
Bernell
Distinctively American name created by combining Bernard and Carl. While its origin is not deeply documented, notable figures like Bernell Ervin have brought recognition to this uncommon yet powerful-sounding moniker.
Idelle
Rare French female name derived from 'idée', meaning 'idea'.