Female first names most popular over the past 5 years.
JAIDA
FemaleSpanish name meaning "to know", derived from the Latin 'scire', popular for its uniqueness and simplicity.
NADINE
FemaleFeminine French given name meaning "hope", popularized globally post-WWII with notable bearers including French actress Nadine Trintignant and Canadian singer-songwriter Nadine Shah.
TESS
FemaleGreek origin and means 'harvester' or 'to gather', being a short form of Thestia, the goddess of hearth and home in Greek mythology.
BRILEY
FemaleEnglish given name derived from the Old English word 'brēg', meaning 'strength' or 'power'.
KHALIA
FemaleArabic-derived female name meaning "immortal" or "wise/intelligent," variants of the male name Khalid.
RAINE
FemaleRare Irish female name derived from the surname Ó Rathaile, meaning "descendant of Rathal", itself signifying "fiery brow" or "red-headed".
JANIYA
FemaleAttractive and unique African name of Swahili origin that signifies "God is gracious".
ALESSA
FemaleItalian-origin name meaning 'defending men', originally used by Greeks/Romans as a male name before evolving into a female name in Italy.
FAIGY
FemaleDistinctive Hebrew name meaning "peace," symbolizing tranquility and harmony.
JOAN
FemaleJoan is of Spanish and Catalan origin, derived from Hebrew Johanan, meaning "God is gracious." Introduced to England in the Middle Ages, Joan historically was used for both boys and girls but is now predominantly associated with females. Its most famous bearer is Joan of Arc, a French heroine canonized as a saint by the Catholic Church.
KELANI
FemaleHawaiian name meaning "heavenly," inspired by the goddess of sky and weather control.
ODETTE
FemaleFrench feminine given name derived from Germanic elements 'aud' (noble) and 'hild' (battle), signifying 'noble battle'.
ALEX
FemalePopular male given name of Greek origin, derived from Alexandros meaning "defender of mankind".
ANAIAH
FemaleUnique Hebrew name meaning "Yahweh has answered" or "God answers", reflecting gratitude for answered prayers or miracles.
BRINLEE
FemaleAmerican feminine name created by combining Brianna (Irish, meaning "strong") and Lee (English, meaning "from the clearing"). Popularized by actress Alyson Hannigan, it signifies strength and openness.
ROMY
FemaleFeminine given name of Latin origin, derived from "Roma," meaning "from Rome." It gained popularity in the early 20th century as a short form of Roman names and has since become a modern classic associated with historical elegance.
GISSELLE
FemaleDistinctive Spanish name meaning 'God's promise'.
ROSALYNN
FemaleEnglish female given name derived from Rose ('flower') and Lynn ('from the lake'), with a literary history dating back to medieval times.
TALA
FemaleHebrew name meaning 'morning dew' or 'heavenly dew', symbolizing purity and renewal.
TYLER
FemaleEnglish male given name with Old English roots meaning 'tile maker' or 'tiler', originating from medieval England as an occupational surname.
KARMEN
FemaleSpanish origin, derived from the Latin word "carus" meaning dear or beloved. It was popularized during the Middle Ages among noble families and later spread across Europe. A famous bearer of this name is renowned opera singer Montserrat Caballé.
ADINA
FemaleHebrew name derived from "adini," meaning "my tender one.
NOVALEIGH
FemaleUnique American feminine name, believed to be a blend of Novalee (meaning 'new') and Laurel (signifying victory), with no specific meaning but interpreted as representing novelty or new beginnings.
RIHANNA
FemaleCaribbean-origin female given name, meaning "sweet basil" or "jasmine flower" in Arabic, popularized by Barbadian singer Rihanna Fenty, signifying talent and empowerment.
ADALIE
FemaleUnique Hebrew feminine name meaning 'delicate' or 'gentle', derived from the Hebrew word 'adal'.
HARLYN
FemaleDistinctive Welsh female name derived from 'harlech', meaning 'promontory', associated with strength, nature, and popularized by a novel.
JAEL
FemaleJael, a Hebrew-derived feminine name meaning "mountain goat," gained popularity due to its biblical association with a courageous woman who played a significant role in defeating Sisera and establishing Deborah's leadership over Israel.
BRYNNLEE
FemaleUnique and beautiful name of Welsh origin, meaning "hill meadow," combining "brynn" (hill) and "lee" (meadow).
GITTY
FemaleHebrew name derived from 'gitit', meaning 'grain' or 'seed', symbolizing growth and new beginnings.
TIA
FemaleDistinctive feminine given name derived from Latin 'tiara' meaning royal crown or Cherokee 'light/brightness', balancing elegance and radiance.
INARA
FemaleSpanish name meaning 'graceful', derived from Latin 'in aris' translating to 'in grace' or 'in beauty'.
LIZ
FemaleEnglish name of Hebrew origin meaning 'God is my oath' or 'God is my promise', popularized by historical figures like Queen Elizabeth I and Empress Elizabeth of Russia.
SHERLYN
FemaleCaptivating female name with Spanish roots, often considered a variant of Shirley but without a widely accepted meaning. It's thought to possibly derive from the Spanish word "cerrajero" or be a blend of Sheryl and Lynne. Despite its uncertain origin, Sherlyn stands out due to its unique sound and elegance.
AZARI
FemaleExotic Persian name derived from 'azar', meaning 'fire'. It signifies radiance, power, and eternity, reflecting the reverence for fire in Iranian culture.
MONTANA
FemaleUnique American given name derived from the state's Spanish origins meaning "mountain".
BELINDA
FemaleFeminine given name of Latin origin, derived from 'Belenos,' meaning 'bright, shining'.
HOLLIS
FemaleDistinctive English female name derived from the Old English word 'hol', meaning 'hollow'.
PRESLEE
FemaleUnique American given name created by combining Presley and Leslie, with Presley meaning 'son of Rhys' in Welsh, and Leslie deriving from the Scottish term for 'garden of holly'. It gained popularity following Elvis Presley's fame, and it is commonly used as a female name despite its unisex origins.
AZUL
FemaleUnique female name of Spanish origin, meaning 'blue', symbolizing depth and calmness.
ESMAE
FemaleRare yet enchanting Persian name derived from "esm" meaning 'name', combining 'Esma' (meaning 'Commander') and 'ae'.