Female names most popular since 1880 - page 52.
Sherrill
American female given name created in the early 20th century by combining "Sher" from Shirley or Sheryl with "rill," meaning a small stream or brook, thus signifying "little stream" or "small brook.
Kassie
Rare but distinctive Scottish name derived from the French name Casimir, brought to Scotland by French nobles during the Middle Ages. It does not have a specific meaning but carries a sense of history and tradition.
Mimi
Diminutive of Marie, meaning "sea of bitterness" or "wished-for child", popularized by Roman Catholic tradition and used throughout history in various cultures.
Garnet
English name of Latin origin, derived from "granatus," meaning "seed-like" or "having many seeds." It was first used as a given name in 13th century England and is believed to have been associated with harvest time due to its connection to seeds and fruits. Today, Garnet remains a distinctive and relatively rare name, popularized by figures like British field marshal Garnet Wolseley and the animated character Garnet from Steven Universe.
Aitana
Spanish girl's name derived from the Basque word 'aitatz', meaning 'flowers'.
Nila
Sanskrit name meaning 'lotus', symbolizing purity amidst adversity, and is also associated with the divine mountain of Hindu mythology.
Socorro
Spanish given name and surname with a profound meaning. Derived from the Spanish word 'socorro', it translates to 'help' or 'aid'.
Jaunita
Unique, Spanish-derived feminine name meaning 'rush' or 'reed', with historical significance in medieval Spain and still used today.
Laylah
Arabic name meaning 'night', popularized in Islamic culture through the tragic romance of Layla and Majnun, and now widely used across cultures.
Estefania
Feminine given name of Spanish origin, derived from "Estefanía," which means "this love" or "love that is present.
Lavern
American invented name by Edgar Rice Burroughs for his 1927 sci-fi novel 'The Girl from Neptune', where Lavern is a woman from Neptune.
Saniya
Arabic-origin name meaning 'wise' or 'intelligent'.
Analia
Unique Latin-derived feminine name meaning 'relating to the anus' but interpreted as having a broader connection to that body region.
Palmer
English given name that originally referred to a pilgrim returning from the Holy Land with a palm branch, symbolizing their journey.
Zion
Distinctively Hebrew name derived from 'tsiyyon', meaning 'highest point' or 'peak'. Originally signifying Jerusalem, the spiritual heart of Judaism, Zion has since transcended religion and race to symbolize unity and strength.
Kandice
American female name created by combining Candy and Nicole, conveying sweetness and sophistication. It may mean "victory of the people" or simply "victorious.
Gabriel
Hebrew name meaning "God is my strength," derived from Gavri'el, composed of gab ("strength") and El (a shortening of Elohim, referring to God). It is a popular boys' name worldwide, with notable appearances in various religions and literature.
Dortha
Rare name of unknown origin with no clear meaning, though some suggest it could be a variant of Dora, potentially derived from Germanic elements meaning 'gift' or 'people'. Despite its mysterious history, Dortha remains an intriguing choice for some parents today.
Ima
Hebrew name meaning 'day', derived from the word 'yom'.
Kristian
Scandinavian name of Old Norse origin, derived from Kristín, meaning 'Christian' and originally intended for females.
Holland
Dutch given name meaning "from the land of woods," derived from Old Norse elements "holti" (hollow) and "-land" (country).
Eloisa
Unique Spanish feminine name with Germanic roots meaning "famous warrior" or "noble," popularized during the Middle Ages by historical figures like Elowisa de la Cerda and literary works such as Torquato Tasso's "Jerusalem Delivered.
Zaniyah
Zaniya is a captivating female name of African origin, derived from the Swahili word "zania" meaning 'beauty'.
Johana
Hebrew-originated name meaning "God is gracious" or "God is merciful," popularized by historical figures like Johana Malvades and Queen Johana of Portugal, embodying strength and compassion.
Marlyn
Rare yet distinctive female name derived from the Welsh word "marli," meaning "seagull." Popularized by Dylan Thomas' poem, its uniqueness lies in its Welsh literary roots.
Jakayla
Unique and beautiful African name meaning 'happy' in Swahili.
Azaria
Hebrew name that means "help from God," reflecting strength and faith; it was borne by biblical warriors and kings.
Ira
Rare and distinctive name originating from both Hebrew ('watchful') and Russian (diminutive of Irene, 'peace') cultures.
Carleen
Distinctive female name created by Ernest Hemingway in his novel "The Garden of Eden," combining Catherine ("pure") and Helen ("torch").
Lyra
Distinctive female name of Greek origin, derived from "lyra," meaning "lyre," an ancient musical instrument played by the Muses in Greek mythology. It also shares its name with the constellation Lyra, containing Vega, one of Earth's brightest stars.
Tosha
Tosha, of Slavic origin, means "melancholy" or "longing," conveying deep emotions like profound sadness or intense yearning.
Lyndsay
Distinctive feminine name of Scottish origin, derived from the surname Lindsay meaning 'from the lime tree hill'.
Avah
Charming unisex name of Hebrew origin, derived from 'avah' meaning 'father'.
Tenley
Uncommon yet captivating female given name of Irish origin, derived from the ancient Irish surname O'Tenti or O'Tanistry, meaning "proud".
Lavina
Rare yet captivating Latin-derived name meaning "to wash" or "bathe," first used as a given name in the Middle Ages, with variations including Livia and Liviana.
Annabell
Rare yet captivating feminine name of German origin, combining 'Anna', meaning 'grace' or 'favor', and 'Belle', signifying 'beautiful', thus representing 'beautiful grace'.
Zainab
Arabic girls' name derived from the Quranic name Zaynab, meaning "beauty" or "ornamentation".
Allyssa
Charming Greek feminine name meaning "truth", gaining popularity in recent years as a modern alternative to traditional names like Alicia and Allison.
Gerry
Irish origin name meaning 'spear ruler', derived from the medieval name Gerard, which combines Germanic elements 'ger' ('spear') and 'hard' ('strong, brave').
Rosita
Charming and distinctive female name with Spanish roots, derived from Rosa meaning 'rose'. It was popularized during the 19th century and carries historical significance, often used as an affectionate nickname.