Female first names the most popular of last year.

Unique, captivating name of unknown origin, potentially derived from Basque meaning "between" or "in the middle".

Distinctive Hebrew female name derived from the ancient Semitic root "yafah," meaning "beautiful." It is named after Jaffa, one of the world's oldest ports and significant in Jewish history.

Uncommon yet intriguing name of uncertain African or Arabic origin, often interpreted as 'beautiful flower' or embodying elegance and grace.

Unique Hebrew name meaning "God answers" or "God hears", popular among Jewish families for its reflection of faith in God's intervention.

Unique Spanish feminine name derived from 'yaguar', meaning 'jaguar'. It combines elements of Jacinta and Belen, and pays homage to Mesoamerican cultures' reverence for this powerful animal.

Slavic girls' name meaning "calm like the sea".

Unique Spanish name derived from the word 'yari', a traditional weapon used by South American indigenous peoples, and means strength, unity or harmony.

Spanish name meaning "little wild cat," symbolizing fierce independence.

Unisex Persian name meaning 'ash tree', associated with wisdom and strength, and also found among Yazidis and other Middle Eastern cultures.

Rare, unique name of unknown origin, allowing each bearer to create their own personal history and meaning.

Chinese name meaning "harmony in nature," derived from the characters for "one" (一) and "forest" (林). It signifies unity with nature and has been bestowed upon notable figures like actress Yilin Sun and pianist Yilin Chen throughout history.

Bulgarian female name derived from 'yova', meaning 'grandmother', signifying respect, wisdom, and family heritage.

Unisex Chinese name meaning "transcend" or "go beyond," with historical significance tied to ancient states and notable figures.

Rare Spanish girl's name created by Peruvian author José María Arguedas for his novel 'Deep Rivers', possibly symbolizing resilience and strong roots.

Unique, Arabic-derived name meaning "to increase" or "God will increase," associated with the biblical figure Joseph.

Yusra is an Arabic female name meaning 'ease', associated with guidance and good fortune in Islamic tradition.

Unique Arabic name meaning 'abundant' or 'flowing', attributed to Zayalan, a companion of the Islamic prophet Muhammad.

Unisex given name of uncertain origin, with meanings ranging from "God is my light" in Hebrew to "brightness" or "radiance." Despite its unclear beginnings, Zaeli has gained popularity as a distinctive choice among parents.

Elegant Arabic name derived from 'Zeina,' meaning 'beautiful' or 'graceful.'

Romanian name derived from the word 'zaharia', meaning 'golden', inspired by the setting sun's golden hues, symbolizing warmth, light, and prosperity.

Captivating female name of Arabic origin, derived from "zahr" meaning "flower," signifying blossoming or blooming flower.

Arabic origin name meaning "increase" or "growth", associated with abundance and prosperity. In Islamic tradition, she was the intelligent and pious daughter of Prophet Muhammad's cousin Ali and his wife Fatima.

Unique, unisex Hebrew name derived from "Tzila," meaning "shadow" or "twilight.

Unique female name of uncertain origin, often associated with African roots and Yoruba traditions, potentially signifying 'beauty' or 'lovely one', though its meaning remains elusive.

Unique African unisex name derived from Swahili 'zalia', meaning 'to shine'.

Male given name of African origin, derived from the Swahili word 'zamani' meaning 'ancient', signifying timelessness and deep respect for ancestors.

Arabic origin unisex name meaning 'evening' or 'night', popularized by historic figures like Zamiya bint al-Harith and valued in Islamic culture for symbolizing tranquility and peace.

Arabian name derived from the Arabic word meaning "trampling or pressing," but it holds significant historical and religious importance, notably as the name of a miraculous well in Mecca where water appeared to save Hagar and Ismail, making it a sacred site for Muslims worldwide and associated with the Hajj pilgrimage.

Unique Greek name meaning 'manly' combined with the feminine suffix '-ia', signifying strength and courage.

Italian name derived from 'zani', meaning 'fool' or 'jester'. Despite this, it has been used historically to convey wit, charm, and a lighthearted spirit.

Captivating and unique name of unknown origin and meaning, evoking images of ancient civilizations and often associated with fantasy.

Unique female name of unknown origin, popularized by DC Comics' powerful sorceress superheroine.

Elegant feminine name of African origin, derived from the Swahili word "zavanna" meaning 'flat land' or 'plain', signifying stability and resilience.

Arabic name meaning 'growth' or 'abundance', originally used to address the Virgin Mary, now popular among Muslims and beyond.

Zyan is an Arabic given name that means "beauty" or "ornament," reflecting the appreciation for aesthetic elegance in Arabic culture.

Hebrew feminine name meaning "this is our mother, our Queen," derived from the word "zeh" which means "this.

Japanese-origin unisex name derived from "zeni," meaning "money" or "coin." Historically used in ancient Japan for children of wealthy families or believed to have good fortune, Zeni now has broader recognition worldwide, symbolizing wealth, luck, or prosperity depending on cultural context.

Zenora, of African origin, means 'beautiful' in Swahili.

Unique Hebrew name derived from "zerach," meaning "sunrise" or "dawn." It symbolizes new beginnings and growth.

The Greek-derived name Zeta signifies "zephyr" or "west wind", referencing the mythological gods of the west wind.