Female first names the most popular of last year.

Zipporah is a Hebrew name that means "bird," inspired by the biblical figure Tzipporah who was Moses' wife and played significant roles in his life.

Finnish name derived from "ulapuu," meaning "maple tree," signifying nature, growth, and strength.

Unique African name meaning 'beauty' in Swahili, popular among East African communities for its meaningful symbolism of elegance and grace.

Uncommon girl's name of uncertain Celtic or Gaelic origin, with no clear meaning, but appreciated for its uniqueness and mystery.

Indian female name derived from Sanskrit, translating to 'Come, O Healer', symbolizing resilience and intelligence.

Sanskrit-derived name that means "rain," associated with the Hindu goddess Varshini who brings fertility to earth.

Rare yet elegant feminine name of Italian origin, meaning 'pure' or 'virginal' in Latin.

Unique female name of Sanskrit origin, meaning "prosperous" or "flourishing," inspired by Vibhishana from the Ramayana epic, symbolizing wisdom, loyalty, and triumph over adversity.

Rare yet captivating Scandinavian name derived from Old Norse 'Vivia', meaning 'life'.

Rare but meaningful Vietnamese name derived from "vũng," meaning "bay" or "cove," symbolizing abundance and prosperity.

English origin name derived from the Old English word 'wall', meaning 'foreign' or 'stranger'. It was originally used as a surname but has gained popularity as a given name for girls in recent years, partly due to its association with Wallis Simpson, the American socialite who married King Edward VIII. In Wales, it is sometimes used as a shortened form of Wallace, meaning 'Welsh' or 'stranger from Wales'. The name is often associated with strength and independence.

English name derived from 'west', meaning 'from the west' or 'sunset'. It gained popularity in the U.S. post-William Goldman's novel 'The Princess Bride' (1973), featuring Westley as a heroic farmhand turned swordsman. Despite its recent rise, Westley remains relatively rare compared to other names like William or John. Its meaning and history reflect direction, adventure, love, and heroism.

Unique Dutch female name composed of 'Willem,' meaning 'resolute protection' or 'strong-willed warrior,' combined with the feminine suffix '-mina.' Its roots trace back to Germany's Wilhelmina and ultimately to the Germanic Willahelm, signifying 'will' or 'desire' and 'helmet,' 'protection,' or 'strength.'

Masculine given name of English origin, derived from 'win' meaning 'friend' and 'stone', translating to 'settlement of friends'.

Distinctive female given name of Hispanic origin, derived from Xavier which means 'bright' or 'brilliant', and has gained popularity in recent years for its uniqueness.

Unique, distinctive name of unknown origin, first appearing on the US Social Security Administration's list in 2018. Its popularity stems from its modern sound and memorable pronunciation (/ˈʃeɪli/).

Chinese name that combines "Xi" meaning west and "Ya" signifying elegance, translating to elegant west. Pronounced /'shya/, it carries symbolic meanings of tranquility and transition associated with sunset in Chinese culture.

Enigmatic name of uncertain origin, believed possibly derived from the French Xavier meaning "bright," but with no definitive evidence supporting this theory. First popularized in the U.S. during the 1970s and 80s, it has since become a beloved choice among parents seeking unique names for their children, despite its recent appearance and lack of historical association. Pronounced /ˈzaɪli/, Xylie's unique sound contributes to its captivating appeal as a distinctive name option.

Unique, Hebrew-origin name meaning 'mountain goat', associated with the biblical heroine Yael who defeated Sisera.

Unique Hebrew name derived from "yarah," meaning "to flow" or "to descend.

Yalena: A unique, Slavic origin name meaning "of the sun" or "sun-ray", symbolizing light and warmth, and connected to wisdom. It has been popular among royals since the Middle Ages and is now gaining worldwide popularity.

Yami: A Japanese unisex name meaning "darkness" or "shadow", representing profundity and used historically in ancient Japan.

Unique Hispanic girl's name of Guaraní origin, meaning "graceful," signifying elegance and beauty, popularized in recent years among Latin American communities despite its short history.

Hebrew name that means "God will enlighten" or "God will illuminate.

Captivating girl's name of uncertain origin and meaning, with some sources suggesting Arabic or Hebrew roots, but no definitive information available. Despite its unclear beginnings, Yariah has gained popularity in recent years as a distinctive choice, often associated with the Hebrew word "yareah," meaning "fear" or "fear of God." However, this connection is not universally accepted.

Captivating Spanish name derived from 'yarit', meaning 'to dawn'. It signifies the start of a new day and originates from the vibrant region of Andalusia.

Sanskrit-derived name meaning "Greek," reflecting wisdom and intelligence, popularized in ancient India through Hindu texts and prominent figures.

Indian feminine name from Tamil Nadu, derived from the Tamil word 'yazhi' meaning victory. It signifies triumph for women and is often associated with goddess Durga in Tamil mythology.

Unisex African name of Swahili origin meaning "calm" or "peaceful".

Turkish name meaning 'new', popular worldwide due to its positive connotations.

Unique Vietnamese name composed of "Y" meaning one, and "slín" signifying heart, translating to "One Heart".

Hebrew name meaning 'dove', symbolizing peace and purity, with historical significance in Jewish culture as the prophet Jonah's name.

Rare Hebrew unisex name meaning 'dove', symbolizing peace and purity, derived from the prophet Jonah's name in the Bible.

Japanese name derived from the kanji "用" (yō) meaning 'useful' or 'to use', and "理" (ri) signifying 'reason' or 'principle'.

Unique Latin-derived name meaning "God will increase," with notable historical figures like Saint Josse-Lin and Yosselin de Beauvoir.

Arabic name meaning 'ease' or 'facility', signifying tranquility and simplicity. It gained popularity through renowned Egyptian actress Yousra and Nobel laureate Naguib Mahfouz's novel character of the same name.

Unique Hebrew name meaning "strong as God," associated with strength and resilience in Hebrew culture.

Spanish-derived name meaning "celebration of light" or "happy celebration," originating from ancient Spanish winter solstice traditions.

Beautiful Japanese girls' name originating from ancient Japan, composed of kanji characters 'yumi' (弓) meaning 'bow' and 'ko' (子) signifying 'child', translating to 'child of the bow'.

Rare and intriguing given name of unknown origin, with theories suggesting Latin or Slavic roots but no widely accepted meaning.