Female first names most popular over the past 5 years.
MAZIE
FemaleCharming French name derived from "maïs," meaning "corn.
SHARON
FemaleFeminine given name of Hebrew origin that means "plain" or "flat land," referring to the fertile plain of Sharon in Israel.
KHADIJA
FemaleArabic 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.
ELLERY
FemaleRare, 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.
MARJORIE
FemaleFeminine given name of Scottish origin, derived from 'Màrjorie', itself originating from the Old French name 'Marguerite', meaning 'daisy' or 'pearl'.
CHERISH
FemaleAmerican name derived from the English word 'cherish', meaning to hold dear or precious, suggesting deep love and valuing.
RYDER
FemaleEnglish 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.
ALEIA
FemaleUnique Latin-derived name meaning 'luck' or 'chance', originally associated with the Roman goddess of fortune but now popular worldwide as a beautiful girls' name.
TILLY
FemaleUnique 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.
TINLEY
FemaleDistinctive Scottish name derived from 'Tinne', meaning fire.
ALISA
FemaleCharming female name of Slavic origin derived from the Greek word "Aikasia," meaning 'defense' or 'to defend.'
GIANNI
FemaleItalian 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.
LONDYNN
FemaleAmerican girl's name created by blending London and Lynne, meaning "leader" or "harmony", reflecting both English history and American origins.
MILAH
FemaleHebrew name meaning "celebration" or "happiness," making it a joyful choice for parents seeking a significant name.
COLBIE
FemaleCharming Scottish name derived from "cailleach," meaning "hag" or "old woman." Despite this, it's beloved worldwide, popularized by American singer Colbie Caillat.
EVALYNN
FemaleAmerican name derived from the Hebrew 'Eva' meaning 'life', and the English 'lynn' meaning 'lake' or 'waterfall'.
LEYLANI
FemaleFilipino name meaning "she who brings happiness.
MEMPHIS
FemaleUncommon 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.
XYLA
FemaleRare yet profound Greek name derived from 'xyle', meaning 'wood'.
RUBI
FemaleSpanish feminine given name derived from 'rubí', meaning 'ruby'. It signifies beauty, rarity, and value, and has been popular in Hispanic communities since medieval Spain.
MEERA
FemaleIndian name of Sanskrit origin meaning "sea" or "limitless," symbolizing vastness and boundlessness.
MERCEDES
FemaleFeminine given name of Spanish origin, derived from 'merced', meaning mercy or compassion.
ZYLA
FemaleUnique, Slavic-derived female name meaning 'goat', symbolizing prosperity and vitality, traditionally used in Poland's rural southern region.
AYRA
FemaleAyra: Hebrew origin, means "watchful," symbolizing vigilance and attentiveness.
EVELINA
FemaleUnique 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.
MARIAN
FemaleLatin-origin unisex name meaning "of Mars," the Roman god of war.
AYVA
FemaleLatin 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.
ESSENCE
FemaleCaptivating unisex name of French origin, derived from the word "essence" meaning 'being' or 'existence', symbolizing depth, complexity, and authenticity.
KALIA
FemaleCaptivating 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.
ROXANNE
FemalePersian female given name that means "dawn" or "light," originating from the Persian word "rauh" which translates to "light.
MIREYA
FemaleUnique feminine name of Spanish origin, derived from "mi reina" meaning "my queen".
SANIYAH
FemaleArabic name derived from 'saniyya', meaning 'early morning'. It signifies new beginnings and purity.
ELAYNA
FemaleCaptivating female name of Greek origin, derived from "Helena," meaning "torch.
BEVERLY
FemaleFeminine 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.
KENLEY
FemaleDistinct 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.
CARINA
FemaleLatin-derived name that means 'beloved', inspired by astronomy's Southern Cross constellation.
CASSIE
FemaleCharming 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.
MONTSERRAT
FemaleUnique Catalan given name derived from the phrase "monte santa" meaning "holy mountain".
WINONA
FemaleDistinctive female name of Native American origin, meaning "first daughter" in Dakota Sioux.
ELOWEN
FemaleUnique feminine name of Cornish origin, derived from 'elowen', meaning 'elm tree'.