Female names most popular since 1880 - page 525.
Pietra
Uncommon yet captivating Italian name derived from 'pietra', meaning 'stone', symbolizing strength and durability.
Rejoice
Unisex name of African origin, translating to 'to be joyful' in the Nigerian Igbo language.
Rhiannan
Beautiful Welsh name derived from 'Rhydian,' meaning 'little ford' or 'passage,' signifying adaptability and resilience.
Ruthellen
Captivating French name derived from the word "ruth," meaning mercy or compassion. Coined by Sir Walter Scott in his novel "The Monastery," it carries historical significance and rarity today.
Samai
Rare Hebrew name meaning "accompanied," derived from "shamayim" (heaven), signifying divine accompaniment.
Shailah
Rare Hebrew name meaning 'petition' or 'request', symbolizing strength and determination.
Solina
Female name of Slavic origin derived from 'solnce', meaning 'sun', reflecting the sun's warmth and life-giving qualities.
Tabia
Tabitha is an Aramaic name meaning "gazelle," with biblical roots and connotations of kindness, popularized in recent times despite its uncommonness.
Tanequa
African name from the Ashanti people of Ghana, meaning "one who struggles to meet others in the marketplace".
Tariana
Unique Native American female given name meaning 'queen of the flowers', reflecting beauty, grace, fertility, and abundance.
Tashianna
Unique female name of African origin, derived from the Swahili word "tashi," meaning "blessing" or "gift." It signifies "a gift from God.
Tressy
Charming French name derived from 'tresse,' meaning braid or plait, with ties to traditional French hairstyles and elegance.
Verginia
Rare yet beautiful Latin-derived name meaning 'maiden' or 'virgin', with a tragic historical legacy as the daughter of Lucius Iunius Brutus who died defending her virtue against corruption.
Verneal
African-American origin name derived from 'vernal', meaning 'related to spring'. It's modern, unisex, and gaining popularity among African American families despite lacking historical figures associated with it.
Verner
Scandinavian name of Old Norse origin, meaning "true" or "faithful," brought to England by Vikings. Popular in Scandinavia since the Middle Ages, it is still widely used today and has been borne by notable figures like Hans Christian Andersen's character Verner and Nobel laureate Verner von Heidenstam.
Yariah
Captivating girl's name of uncertain origin and meaning, with some sources suggesting Arabic or Hebrew roots, but no definitive information available. Despite its unclear beginnings, Yariah has gained popularity in recent years as a distinctive choice, often associated with the Hebrew word "yareah," meaning "fear" or "fear of God." However, this connection is not universally accepted.
Ziyan
Distinctive Chinese name composed of 'Zi' meaning child and 'Yan' signifying speech, combining innocence with eloquence.
Aava
Distinctive Finnish female name derived from the Finnish word 'aava', meaning 'happy' or 'glad', conveying joy and positivity.
Adiba
Adiba, of Arabic origin, means 'eloquent' or 'witty', reflecting hopes for intelligence and charm.
Akaylah
Hebrew-derived name meaning 'my father is joy', often associated with kindness and intelligence, popularized by figures like Akaylah Wilson who inspired positivity despite illness.
Alisah
Captivating Persian name meaning 'noble' or 'elevated', associated with the wise and benevolent Simorgh bird in Shahnameh epic.
Alzina
Rare feminine name of Catalan origin derived from "alzina," meaning "holm oak" or "hazel." It gained prominence through Jacint Verdaguer's epic poem "L'Atlàntida," where the heroine Alzina embodies strength and courage.
Amoreena
Italian girls' name derived from 'amore', meaning love, with '-ena' added to create a feminine form.
Anaijah
Unique African name from Nigeria's Igbo tribe, meaning "Father has given" or "God has given", reflecting deep spiritual significance.
Anwen
Feminine name of Welsh origin that means 'fair' or 'beautiful', often associated with the goddess Anu.
Arlina
Rare and captivating female name of Persian origin, derived from "arl" meaning "songbird," signifying grace, beauty, and melody.
Azadeh
Unique Persian name meaning "throne of fire," reflecting its rich historical and cultural significance.
Bonnetta
Unique French given name derived from 'bonnet', meaning 'cap' or 'hood', representing protection and coverage.
Daizha
African American name created by author Terry McMillan for her 1992 novel "Waiting to Exhale". It's a blend of Diana and Liza, but doesn't have a specific meaning. Despite being relatively rare, it's known for its creativity and association with African American culture.
Darielys
Captivating feminine name of Latin origin, derived from the masculine Dariel meaning "God is my judge," with roots in Hebrew.
Delvina
Rare, Latin-origin female name whose meaning and history are largely unknown but may be derived from the male name Delvinus or the Latin word 'delicium', meaning 'charm'.
Dezyre
Unique French origin name derived from "désir", meaning 'desire', suggesting a deep yearning for something special.
Dinna
Rare Scottish female given name of Gaelic origin, meaning 'dark-haired', with notable historic figures like Dinna MacKay among its bearers.
Dorann
Rare and appealing female name of Irish origin, derived from the Irish surname 'O'Doran', meaning 'little brown-haired one'.
Elaijah
Distinctive Hebrew name meaning "God is my salvation," reflecting its profound religious significance as the name of the significant prophet Elijah in the Old Testament.
Emary
Rare, English name derived from 'emer', meaning 'to strive' or 'flourish', originally given to people living in emerald-colored places or emerald merchants.
Enijah
African-derived, unisex name from Nigeria's Igbo people, coined by Chinua Achebe in "Things Fall Apart" and possibly meaning 'brave' or 'courageous'.
Essance
Unique French name meaning 'essence' or 'being', reflecting authenticity.
Evamaria
Rare yet significant Spanish female given name, derived from "Evamaría", combining Hebrew 'Eva' meaning life and Latin Maria, ultimately stemming from Hebrew Mariam meaning sea of bitterness or rebelliousness.
Florestine
Unique, beautiful French name derived from Latin "florens," meaning prosperous or flowering.