Female first names the most popular of last year.

Charming Persian name meaning 'friend', historically used for both boys and girls, with notable bearers like 9th-century poet Dusti ibn Nushiravan.

Distinctive French-origin name derived from the word "éclipse", meaning "eclipse". Coined by French author Honoré de Balzac as his pen name, Eclipse carries a sense of mystery and intrigue. Despite its rare use as a given name, it has gained popularity in recent years due to its universal appeal and literary associations, notably in Balzac's "Père Goriot".

The Hebrew name Efrata means "fruitful" or "prosperous.

Greek feminine given name meaning 'peace'.

Rare, Hebrew-derived name meaning 'tree', symbolizing growth and strength, inspired by ancient King Omri's region and tree of life interpretations.

Elan: A distinctive Hebrew name derived from 'elán,' meaning 'tree' or 'oak tree,' signifying strength and endurance.

Greek name that means "torch" or "shining light," originating from the word "elaios," signifying "of the olive trees.

Unique Greek feminine name derived from 'Helena', meaning 'torch' or 'shining light'.

Rare yet meaningful Greek feminine name derived from "hellenismos," signifying ancient Greek culture, language, and heritage.

Rare Welsh feminine given name derived from "elwaid", meaning "to sing" or "melody".

Persian origin derived from the Iranian city Elmir, founded by Seljuk Turks in the 11th century. It means 'intelligent' or 'wise', symbolizing elegance and grace.

Distinctive Hispanic unisex name derived from the Spanish 'ayama', meaning 'breath' or 'life'. Its popularity has grown recently due to its powerful meaning of vitality.

Ember is a unique feminine name of Hebrew origin meaning 'together' or 'in unison'.

Unique and elegant female given name of Latin origin, derived from 'aemulus', meaning rival or competitor, but evoking strength, ambition, and determination.

Distinctive Bulgarian feminine name derived from 'EMI', meaning 'to rival'.

EmMARY: A captivating Irish name derived from Emer, meaning "universal" or "merciful," with roots in ancient Celtic mythology.

Rare name of unknown origin, believed to be a variant spelling of Emery, which could derive from Germanic 'emer' meaning 'to strive for', or Latin 'emmanuel' meaning 'God is with us'. Its history and meaning remain unexplored.

Unique and beautiful Breton name meaning 'honor' or 'respect'.

African name of Shona origin, meaning "life" or "to live," reflecting the importance placed on life by the Shona people of Zimbabwe.

Appealing Italian name of Latin origin meaning "home" or "estate".

Turkish name meaning "honor" or "respect," derived from the word "ere.

Yoruba name meaning "good fortune" or "abundance.

Hebrew name meaning 'my light', embodying guidance, illumination, and hope, with historical significance in the Bible and deep roots in Jewish tradition.

Unique feminine name of Spanish origin, composed of "Erla," meaning "elf" or "fairy," and "-linda," meaning "beautiful." It translates to "beautiful elf" or "beautiful fairy," reflecting the rich folklore history of medieval Spain.

Hebrew name meaning 'palace' or 'dwelling,' derived from the biblical Levite gatekeeper of the same name.

Unique African-American female name created by combining elements from names or words meaning "essence" or "inner being", symbolizing authenticity, uniqueness, and inner strength.

Distinctive given name of Spanish origin, derived from the surname "Estés" meaning "from Esteva/Esteve," and believed to have originated in the Basque Country.

Rare Greek female name derived from "euphoros," meaning "bringing happiness.

Elegant Greek feminine name meaning 'well-spoken' or 'eloquent', associated with intelligence and refinement since ancient times, and popularized in the 19th century by French feminist writer Evalie Bouzonnet-Stylinska.

Distinctive Hebrew name meaning 'night', derived from 'Eila', often associated with the prophet Elisha, and also linked to the Celtic name Ayleth meaning 'noble'.

Elegant Italian name derived from 'bellissima', meaning 'very beautiful'.

Unique, Hebrew-origin name meaning "native" or "inborn". It's often used as a boy's name but can also be given to girls.

Arabic name meaning 'understanding' or 'comprehension', embodying intelligence and wisdom.

Uncommon American given name derived from the English word 'fancy,' meaning 'to imagine' or 'conceive.' It's associated with creativity, originality, and individualism.

Arabic name meaning "carpet," signifying elegance and connection to heritage.

Arabic-origin name predominantly used among Muslims worldwide, derived from 'fatima', meaning 'to abstain'. Significantly, it honors Fatima al-Zahra', daughter of Islamic Prophet Muhammad, symbolizing strength, virtue, and nobility.

Unique female given name of Latin origin, derived from "fauna," meaning "native animals." It was first used as a feminine form of Faunus, the Roman god of shepherds, crops, and wildlife.

Italian feminine given name derived from Latin 'foedus', meaning "alliance" or "covenant", with the diminutive suffix "-ca". It translates to "small federal one" or "bearer of good news". Historically, it was used as a title for noble women signifying peace and alliance. Today, Federica is popular in Italy and Europe, conveying unity and harmony. Notable bearers include Olympic skier Federica Brignone.

Unique Latin-derived name meaning 'cat-like', inspired by ancient Roman mythology where Felina was a companion to Diana, the goddess of hunting.

Welsh feminine name derived from 'Gwenhwyfar', meaning 'fair or white'. It's notable for being Queen Guinevere in Arthurian legend, and gained popularity during the Victorian era due to romantic literature influences.