Female first names most popular over the past 5 years.

#1201

MAZIE

Female

Charming French name derived from "maïs," meaning "corn.

#1202

SHARON

Female

Feminine given name of Hebrew origin that means "plain" or "flat land," referring to the fertile plain of Sharon in Israel.

#1203

KHADIJA

Female

Arabic given name derived from "khadij," meaning "pregnant." It is renowned as the first wife of the Prophet Muhammad, Khadija bint Khuwaylid, known for her courage, wealth, and support during his prophethood.

#1204

ELLERY

Female

Rare, unisex American name created by author Edmund Clerihew Bentley as his detective pseudonym in the early 20th century, derived from his own last name. It has no specific meaning beyond its literary origins but gained popularity due to its unique sound and association with mystery fiction, notably through the Ellery Queen character created by Manfred B. Lee and Frederick Dannay.

#1205

MARJORIE

Female

Feminine given name of Scottish origin, derived from 'Màrjorie', itself originating from the Old French name 'Marguerite', meaning 'daisy' or 'pearl'.

#1206

CHERISH

Female

American name derived from the English word 'cherish', meaning to hold dear or precious, suggesting deep love and valuing.

#1207

RYDER

Female

English name with a long history, dating back to at least the Middle Ages. Originally derived from the surname Ryde or Rider, meaning 'horseman' or 'one who rides', it has been used as both a first and last name for centuries. Despite its recent popularity, inspired by celebrities like Dennis Quaid, Ryder's roots are ancient and may even have German origins, signifying 'powerful' or 'spear strong'. The name conveys strength, vitality, independence, and is often associated with freedom and adventure due to its horsemanship connections.

#1208

ALEIA

Female

Unique Latin-derived name meaning 'luck' or 'chance', originally associated with the Roman goddess of fortune but now popular worldwide as a beautiful girls' name.

#1209

TILLY

Female

Unique female given name of German origin, derived from Mathilde or Matilda, meaning 'strength in battle'. It has been associated with notable historic figures like Marshal Jean-Baptiste de Tilly and European nobility.

#1210

TINLEY

Female

Distinctive Scottish name derived from 'Tinne', meaning fire.

#1211

ALISA

Female

Charming female name of Slavic origin derived from the Greek word "Aikasia," meaning 'defense' or 'to defend.'

#1212

GIANNI

Female

Italian male name of Latin origin, meaning "the Lord is gracious" or "God is gracious," derived from the Italian form of Johannes, which comes from the Hebrew Yochanan.

#1213

LONDYNN

Female

American girl's name created by blending London and Lynne, meaning "leader" or "harmony", reflecting both English history and American origins.

#1214

MILAH

Female

Hebrew name meaning "celebration" or "happiness," making it a joyful choice for parents seeking a significant name.

#1215

COLBIE

Female

Charming Scottish name derived from "cailleach," meaning "hag" or "old woman." Despite this, it's beloved worldwide, popularized by American singer Colbie Caillat.

#1216

EVALYNN

Female

American name derived from the Hebrew 'Eva' meaning 'life', and the English 'lynn' meaning 'lake' or 'waterfall'.

#1217

LEYLANI

Female

Filipino name meaning "she who brings happiness.

#1218

MEMPHIS

Female

Uncommon yet captivating unisex name of Egyptian origin, derived from the ancient city founded around 3100 BCE and named after the god Ptah. It symbolized power and divine rule in ancient Egypt during the Old Kingdom period.

#1219

XYLA

Female

Rare yet profound Greek name derived from 'xyle', meaning 'wood'.

#1220

RUBI

Female

Spanish feminine given name derived from 'rubí', meaning 'ruby'. It signifies beauty, rarity, and value, and has been popular in Hispanic communities since medieval Spain.

#1221

MEERA

Female

Indian name of Sanskrit origin meaning "sea" or "limitless," symbolizing vastness and boundlessness.

#1222

MERCEDES

Female

Feminine given name of Spanish origin, derived from 'merced', meaning mercy or compassion.

#1223

ZYLA

Female

Unique, Slavic-derived female name meaning 'goat', symbolizing prosperity and vitality, traditionally used in Poland's rural southern region.

#1224

AYRA

Female

Ayra: Hebrew origin, means "watchful," symbolizing vigilance and attentiveness.

#1225

EVELINA

Female

Unique feminine name of Latin origin, meaning 'little wish'. It was popularized during the Victorian era and has been associated throughout history with intelligence and independence.

#1226

MARIAN

Female

Latin-origin unisex name meaning "of Mars," the Roman god of war.

#1227

AYVA

Female

Latin origin, derived from the word 'avis' which means bird. It's associated with qualities such as beauty, intelligence, creativity, independence, and harmony. Notably, French painter Marie-Aya Varda used it professionally as her pseudonym.

#1228

ESSENCE

Female

Captivating unisex name of French origin, derived from the word "essence" meaning 'being' or 'existence', symbolizing depth, complexity, and authenticity.

#1229

KALIA

Female

Captivating Greek name meaning 'beautiful', first used in ancient Greece and associated with the Muses in mythology. It remains popular globally, including Greece, despite varying spellings like Kallia or Khalia.

#1230

ROXANNE

Female

Persian female given name that means "dawn" or "light," originating from the Persian word "rauh" which translates to "light.

#1231

MIREYA

Female

Unique feminine name of Spanish origin, derived from "mi reina" meaning "my queen".

#1232

SANIYAH

Female

Arabic name derived from 'saniyya', meaning 'early morning'. It signifies new beginnings and purity.

#1233

ELAYNA

Female

Captivating female name of Greek origin, derived from "Helena," meaning "torch.

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BEVERLY

Female

Feminine given name of English origin, derived from "beofer" meaning bee and "leah" meaning woodland clearing, translating literally to "bees in the woodland clearing." Originally a surname, Beverly became popular as a female given name during the 20th century, notably after its association with characters like those in Beverly Hills.

#1235

KENLEY

Female

Distinct and uncommon name with unknown origins, often interpreted as "bold" or "proud," though meanings are not universally accepted. Its unique sound has contributed to its popularity as a modern girl's name despite its rarity.

#1236

CARINA

Female

Latin-derived name that means 'beloved', inspired by astronomy's Southern Cross constellation.

#1237

CASSIE

Female

Charming English female given name derived from Latin 'Caspar', meaning 'treasurer' or 'keeper of the treasure'. It has historic roots dating back to the Middle Ages in England where it was used as a diminutive form of names like Cassandra and Casimira, sometimes associated with Christmas due to its ties with the Three Wise Men. Today, Cassie stands alone as a popular choice for daughters, appreciated for its unique sound and meaning across various countries including Australia and Canada.

#1238

MONTSERRAT

Female

Unique Catalan given name derived from the phrase "monte santa" meaning "holy mountain".

#1239

WINONA

Female

Distinctive female name of Native American origin, meaning "first daughter" in Dakota Sioux.

#1240

ELOWEN

Female

Unique feminine name of Cornish origin, derived from 'elowen', meaning 'elm tree'.