Female names most popular since 1880 - page 266.
Ariele
Arial is a Hebrew name derived from the biblical figure Ariel, meaning "lion of God," first appearing in the Book of Isaiah as a metaphor for Jerusalem's strength. Originally a unisex name, Ariel gained popularity during the Victorian era in England, often given to girls due to its connection with air or atmosphere. It is also associated with Shakespeare's mischievous sprite Ariel in "The Tempest.
Ashira
Hebrew name meaning 'happiness' or 'joy', with historical appearances in the Old Testament referencing beautiful, intelligent, or virtuous women.
Azara
Captivating Persian-origin female name meaning 'free' or 'independent', popularized by French novelist Honoré de Balzac's novel "Père Goriot".
Camia
Italian name derived from "camelia," meaning "pertaining to the camellia plant.
Dannika
Scandinavian feminine name derived from Old Norse elements 'daðr' meaning 'day', and 'nøkkv' referring to an elf, evoking enchantment and mystery.
Ely
Hebrew name derived from 'Eli,' meaning 'my God' or 'my Lord,' used as a shortened form of names like Elizabeth. It has biblical significance, with Eli being a priest who played a crucial role in anointing King David, and also mentioned in the New Testament as the father of John the Baptist's mother.
Hadiyah
Arabic-derived name that means 'gift from God'.
Jackquline
Unique French name derived from Jacques, meaning "supplanter" or "follower of God," with historical figures like Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis and Saint Jacqueline de Sierck sharing this elegant moniker.
Leilana
Hawaiian name meaning "heavenly flowers," combining the words lei (garland) and lani (sky).
Mailani
Unique Hawaiian girls' name meaning 'calm' or 'peaceful', popularized by Hawaiian royalty and known for its gentle connotations.
Maniya
Uncommon African name of Igbo origin, meaning 'I have arrived' or 'I am here', symbolizing achievement of purpose.
Nela
Slavic name of Czech origin that means 'dream'.
Sedonia
Unique Latin-derived female given name meaning "seat" or "throne". In Roman mythology, Sedonia was the goddess of fortune and prosperity.
Teja
Captivating Indian female name derived from Sanskrit 'Tejas', meaning 'radiance' or 'brilliance', signifying light, flame, or splendor.
Tiah
African Swahili name meaning 'respected' or 'honored', traditionally bestowed upon royalty and now gaining global recognition for its unique sound and meaningful symbolism.
Tynia
Exotic African name derived from Yoruba culture meaning "father's daughter".
Eliane
Greek-derived feminine name meaning 'daughter of Helios' or 'radiant like the sun'.
Evony
Rare and beautiful Welsh name derived from 'Efionydd', meaning 'snow', and associated with the Welsh horse goddess Epona.
Glenys
Rare and captivating female given name of Welsh origin, meaning 'from the valley', derived from the Welsh word "Glen" combined with "-ys".
Kaedence
Distinctive and captivating name of recent origin, popularized by the American TV series "Heroes." Although its meaning remains uncertain, it's often associated with strength and courage due to potential connections to Japanese and English names. Despite its unclear history beyond pop culture, Kaedence has gained popularity among parents seeking unique names for their daughters.
Khamari
African origin, derived from the Yoruba word "Omo-Oba", meaning 'king's child' or 'royal child'.
Latrelle
Distinctive African American female name created during the late 20th century as a blend of Latonya and Shantel, gaining popularity in the United States in the 1980s-1990s.
Linzie
Distinctive name of unknown origin, potentially derived from Scottish names "Linsay" or "Lyndsay", meaning "graceful peace", or a shortened form of "Elizabeth". It gained popularity in the latter half of the 20th century and is now commonly used for both boys and girls.
Terrika
African-origin given name created by American singer-songwriter Terisa Griffin, conveying positivity, creativity, and individuality.
Zilpha
Unique Hebrew feminine given name meaning "shadow.
Anetta
Slavic feminine given name derived from Latin Anna meaning 'favor' or 'grace', popular in the Czech Republic and Poland since medieval times.
Ariany
Ariany, of Spanish origin, means 'ram' or 'bighorn sheep', symbolizing strength and courage.
Berneda
Unique, Spanish-derived female name originating from the Bermuda grass plant, with earthy connotations.
Binta
Unique West African female name of Fulani origin, translating to "God is good" and carrying significant spiritual and cultural importance.
Chanice
Attractive African-American name derived from 'Channel' and 'Nicole', signifying 'channel' and 'victory of the people'.
Cuba
Latin-derived name meaning "wealthy" or "prosperous," with historical figures like José Martí and Cuba Gooding Sr. bearing this captivating and adaptable name that predates the discovery of the island nation in 1492.
Darren
Masculine given name of Irish origin, derived from the ancient Irish surname Ó Deoráin which means "descendant of Déorán," thought to mean "little fawn" or "young deer.
Dinorah
Rare Spanish female given name derived from Hebrew "Dino," meaning "judge," popularized by Giacomo Meyerbeer's enchanting opera of the same name, first performed in 1843 in Paris.
Feliciana
Rare yet charming Latin-derived feminine name meaning 'happy' or 'lucky'.
Gizella
Unique Hungarian name of noble origin, derived from 'göz' meaning 'eye,' and popularized by Saint Gizella, Queen of Hungary.
Jenne
Rare Scandinavian name derived from the Old Norse Jenni, meaning "spear-like".
Maribell
Italian name derived from 'margherita', meaning 'daisy' or 'pearl', associated with beauty and grace.
Milca
Rare and beautiful Latin name meaning soldier or warrior, originally used in ancient Rome to honor military families.
Nashly
Meet Nashly, a unique unisex name of recent popularity with African roots from the Igbo tribe in Nigeria. Its meaning, believed to be derived from 'Nash' or 'Nashe', signifies continuous progress.
Rafael
Popular name of Spanish origin, derived from the Hebrew ' Raphaël ', meaning 'God has healed', and often associated with the archangel Raphael.