Female first names the most popular of last year.

Rare Latin-derived female name meaning "dedicated to Mars," with historical figures like Saint Marcellina bearing its variations.

English name derived from Latin Margaret, meaning "pearl net.

Distinctive Portuguese name meaning 'Rebellious Sea Rich Guard'.

Distinctive feminine name of Spanish origin derived from the combination of Maria ("sea of bitterness" or "rebelliousness") and Carmen ("song" or "poem"), translating to "song of rebellion" or "rebellious song.

Captivating Spanish girl's name derived from Latin 'Maria', meaning 'sea' or 'rebellious', with '-elis' added for a more Spanish sound.

Charming French feminine given name, derived from Marie which means 'star of the sea'.

Distinctive feminine given name of Latin origin, composed of "Mari," meaning "of the sea" or "dedicated to the sea," and "luna," meaning "moon." Its combination evokes images of moonlight on the ocean's surface, making it an uncommon yet meaningful choice for parents seeking a unique yet deeply rooted in Latin tradition name.

Marisella, derived from Latin "Mare" meaning sea, translates to "little sea".

Charming Portuguese name derived from "mar," meaning "sea," signifying a connection to the ocean, while retaining its own unique identity distinct from names like Maria or Margarita.

Rare Hawaiian name potentially derived from 'makuahine' meaning 'sister', associated with strength and resilience.

The Irish name Marren, meaning 'little sea' or 'great ocean', is a variant of Marina and has historical significance tied to Irish mythology.

Distinctive Catalan name derived from "martí," meaning "martyr," popularized during the Middle Ages in honor of Saint Martin of Tours. It signifies strength and courage, reflecting its martyr origins.

Distinctive French name combining "Marie" meaning 'sea' or 'rebelliousness', and "Louise" derived from 'Ludwig', translating to 'renowned in battle'.

English variant of Marilyn, combining the Hebrew 'Mary' (sea of bitterness/rebelliousness) and English 'Lynn' (from the lake), making its meaning "bitter lake" or "rebellious lake".

Hebrew name derived from 'melah', meaning salt, symbolizing preservation and purity.

Masen: A distinctive male name with uncertain Hebrew roots, possibly derived from Moses, carrying meanings like 'strong' or 'rebellious', popularized in late 20th-century US.

Unique African female name derived from Swahili, meaning "many" or "a lot," suggesting abundance in life and many loved ones.

Distinctive African name derived from Matthew, meaning 'gift of God', and brings good luck in West African cultures.

Slavic-derived female name of Polish and Czech origin, meaning "mighty in battle" or "strength in war.

Rare Italian unisex name derived from the Latin word 'maurus', meaning 'dark-skinned' or 'moorish'.

Uncommon yet captivating Latin-derived name meaning "dark-skinned" or "Moorish," popularized during medieval times and associated with notable historical figures like Mauriana of Lorraine and Mauriana of Sicily.

Unique, recently popular female given name with unknown origin and meaning, often associated with the term 'maverick' despite lacking evidence of connection.

Unique feminine given name of Latin origin, derived from the Roman family name Maximinus. It means "the greatest and least," combining the elements "maximus" (greatest) and "minus" (less). Though rare today, it has historic ties to Empress Maria Leopoldine Josepha Gabriela Franziska Theresia Xaveria von Habsburg-Lothringen and literary associations through Brazilian writer Castro Alves' poem dedicated to a woman named Maximiliana.

Rare French feminine given name derived from 'mélanie', meaning 'dark' or 'black'. Though undocumented, it intrigues with its uniqueness and lack of historical reference.

Rare, original female name from the US late 19th century, potentially derived from May or short forms of Mary/Margaret, with no clear defined meaning.

Captivating African female given name from Ivory Coast, meaning "love" and symbolizing affectionate care.

African name of Swahili origin meaning 'environment' or 'surroundings'.

Irish-origin given name derived from the surname McKinley, meaning "son of Kinley" or "son of Kinsley.

Irish name derived from the ancient word 'mael', meaning 'chief' or 'prince'.

The name Medley originates from Old French 'medlee', meaning 'mixture', making it a distinctive choice with roots in medieval France.

Sanskrit-derived name meaning 'cloud' or 'rain cloud', symbolizing fertility and abundance in Hindu culture.

Pakistani girl's name derived from Arabic 'manh', meaning 'beauty'.

Latin-origin name that means 'dark beauty'.

Rare yet meaningful African (Igbo) name believed to mean 'God's gift' or 'God has answered my prayers.'

Melana, of Greek origin, means "dark-colored" or "black," referencing the goddess Hecate, symbolizing darkness and mystery.

Beautiful and unique African name of Igbo origin meaning "daughter of the lake," symbolizing tranquility and grace.

Original African name derived from the Greek word "melanos," meaning black or dark-skinned. It celebrates dark-skinned beauty and African heritage.

Distinctive Greek-derived feminine name meaning "dark" or "black," popular among parents seeking unique names despite its historic usage in challenging times.

Unique Hebrew name meaning "angel" or "messenger," reflecting qualities of beauty, grace, and wisdom.

Melika, of Persian origin, signifies 'like a queen' and has been immortalized in Ferdowsi's Shahnameh as the wise wife of Rustam.