Female names most popular from last year - page 314.
Fionnuala
Ancient Irish name of Celtic origin meaning "white shoulder," derived from the mythical figure turned into a bird after being struck by lightning while gathering flowers.
Flannery
Uncommon yet distinctive Irish female given name, originating from the Irish surname Ó Flannagáin brought by Norsemen during the Viking Age. Its meaning, "descendant of the red-haired one," reflects its probable reference to a family member with notable fiery red hair.
Flower
Rare yet captivating English given name meaning 'flower', derived from Middle English 'flour' and Old French 'flor'. It gained popularity during the late Victorian era for its nature-inspired charm.
Folasade
Unique Yoruba name meaning "Return to honour", popularized by Queen Sade, the 16th-century warrior queen of Nigeria.
Franceska
Elegant Polish name of French origin, signifying freedom and refinement. First used in the 16th century among nobility, it has since gained international recognition.
Freidy
Distinctive Hebrew name meaning 'peace', popularized in Germany, and notably associated with Mexican painter Frieda Kahlo.
Freydis
Norse feminine given name derived from "Frøja" meaning "lady" and "dis" meaning "goddess," translating to "lady goddess.
Gabbi
Italian origin name, originally meaning "trickster" or "jester," now popular as a gender-neutral option often associated with Gabrielle/Gabriel.
Gardenia
Rare, exotic given name of Latin origin, derived from the fragrant gardenia flower native to southern Japan and the South Pacific islands.
Giani
Italian male name with Tuscan roots, derived from Giovanni which means "God is gracious.
Giannarose
Rare Italian given name composed of 'Giovanni', meaning 'graced by God', and 'rose', symbolizing the beautiful flower.
Giannis
Greek masculine given name derived from Latin "Janus," meaning "to open" or "gateway." It was popular among Greeks during the Byzantine Empire, symbolizing beginnings and transitions.
Gio
The Italian name Gio is derived from 'gioia', meaning 'joy', and is also associated with Giovanni, 'God is gracious'. It's historically used for both boys and girls, but commonly serves as a nickname for males named Giovanni.
Glenna
Rare female given name of Scottish origin, derived from the Gaelic word "gleann" meaning "valley". Once a surname, Glenna became popular as a girl's first name during the late Victorian era.
Glorious
English name derived from the adjective 'glorious', meaning 'very beautiful' or 'extremely happy'. It conveys feelings of joy, celebration, and triumph, and is often chosen by parents to express hopes for a bright future or simply for its appealing sound.
Gracely
Rare yet elegant Latin-derived feminine name, meaning 'gracious', inspired by the more common Grace, with notable bearers like Gracie Fields.
Gracemarie
Feminine name derived from the Latin 'gratia' meaning grace or favor, and the French form of Maria, which means sea of bitterness or rebelliousness in Hebrew.
Graciana
Feminine given name of Spanish origin, derived from the word "gracia" meaning "grace." It was popular among nobility during medieval Spain and often used to honor the Virgin Mary. Saint Graciana, a 13th-century Spanish nun, is among its notable bearers. Today, it's still beloved in Spain but relatively uncommon elsewhere, offering parents a unique, meaningful choice with deep roots.
Greyleigh
Original girls' name of unknown origin, first appearing in the U.S. in 2018, with its meaning left to individual interpretation.
Greys
The name Greys originates from English, derived from the Middle English word "grey", referring to the color gray. It was initially used as a surname for people with grey hair or who wore grey clothing. Today, Greys is also used as a given name for boys and girls, pronounced like the color grey but with stress on the first syllable. Its meaning is associated with intelligence, wisdom, adaptability, and versatility, often symbolizing balance and harmony in many cultures.
Gurleen
Punjabi girl's name derived from 'gur' meaning wisdom/enlightenment, with '-leen' signifying beauty.
Gweneth
Unique Welsh name derived from the word "gwen" meaning "white" or "fair".
Gwyndolyn
Unique Welsh name that means "fair hair" or "blond locks".
Gyda
Unique feminine given name of Norse origin, meaning "priestess" or "goddess".
Haani
Aliki is a Greek female name derived from the word 'aliki', meaning 'wave', believed to be a shortened form of Alkimena, signifying 'battling the waves'.
Haaniya
Arabic origin name derived from "haani" meaning honey, signifying sweetness and gentleness.
Hadasah
Unique Hebrew name derived from the word "hodesh," meaning "month." It signifies "the month of blooming roses" or "rose of the month," and is associated with the Jewish lunar calendar. In the Bible, Hadasah was the original Hebrew name of Queen Esther, who saved her people from annihilation. Today, parents choose this meaningful name for their daughters, drawn to its elegance and history.
Hadya
The feminine given name Hadya is of Arabic origin, derived from 'hadaya' meaning 'gift'. It signifies joy, happiness, affection, and kindness within Islamic cultures.
Hajira
Arabic name meaning 'stone' or 'rock,' derived from the word 'Hajar.' It honors Hajar, the devoted mother of Prophet Ismail in Islamic tradition.
Halah
Hebrew name meaning 'dream' or 'vision', inspired by its biblical significance and Jewish tradition regarding dreams.
Halime
Arabic-origin name meaning 'gentle' or 'kind', reflecting the qualities of kindness and compassion embodied by Halima, the revered wet nurse of Prophet Muhammad.
Hallow
English origin, meaning 'saint' or 'holy', derived from the Old English word 'hālignac'. It was often used in medieval times to denote individuals seen as sacred or set apart for divine service.
Hally
Irish given name derived from the surname O'Halloran, meaning "descendant of Hallorán," itself originating from Old Norse Hálfdan, meaning "halve the Danes.
Hamnah
Arabic name meaning "one who gives thanks," derived from the word "hamd" which means praise.
Hanah
Hebrew name that means 'grace' or 'favor', originally belonging to the mother of Samuel in the Bible.
Hannan
Arabic-origin name meaning 'grace' or 'kindness', associated with beauty and elegance, and one of Islam's 99 Beautiful Names of Allah.
Hannelore
German name composed of Hanna ('grace') and Lore ('laurel'), symbolizing victory. It gained popularity in Germany during the late 19th to mid-20th centuries and is associated with Hanne Koch from Johanna Spyri's "Heidi".
Harriette
English female name derived from Henrietta, meaning 'home ruler' or 'ruler of the home', with Germanic roots.
Harrison
English name derived from Old French "Henry," meaning "home ruler" or "estate ruler." It was first used as a surname in medieval England before becoming a popular given name in the 19th century. Notable Harrisons include actor Harrison Ford and musician George Harrison.
Hasina
Arabic feminine given name meaning 'beautiful' or 'kind', often associated with good fortune.