Female first names the most popular of last year.
MINERVA
FemaleLatin-derived name, meaning 'to mind', which was also the name of the Roman goddess of wisdom, intelligence, arts, trade, strategy, law, justice, warfare, and medicine.
ROONEY
FemaleIrish surname and given name of Gaelic origin, derived from "O Ruadháin" meaning "descendant of Ruadhán," a red-haired or red individual.
AMBAR
FemaleSanskrit name meaning "sky" or "cloud", popularized by Indian cinema and notably carried by politician Ambika Soni.
ANALI
FemaleUnique Hebrew name derived from 'analei', meaning 'tasting' or partaking in purification.
AYDA
FemaleArabic-derived name meaning "return", signifying hope and renewal.
BLOSSOM
FemaleEnglish feminine given name derived from the word "blossom," meaning fully developed flower, symbolizing nature's beauty and growth.
BRENNA
FemaleIrish name derived from the ancient Celtic word "brennan," meaning "little raven." It was popularized by High King Brian Boru in the 10th century and has since been associated with the goddess Brigid's sister.
BRISA
FemaleDistinctive Spanish name derived from 'brisa', meaning 'breeze', signifying freshness and freedom.
JAELANI
FemaleAfrican name of Yoruba origin, meaning 'patience' or 'to be patient', symbolizing endurance and perseverance.
KAELYNN
FemaleIrish name meaning "firm in faith" or "slender".
KLOVER
FemaleRare, German-origin given name derived from 'klavier', meaning 'keyboard', and can inspire creativity.
LINDSAY
FemaleLindsay, of Scottish origin, means 'from the lime tree' or 'linden tree,' reflecting its family crest.
MALEIA
FemalePolynesian-derived female name meaning 'the one who brings sweetness or pleasure'.
MIRABEL
FemaleUnique Spanish name derived from "miracle," popularized by Disney-Pixar's Encanto but rooted in Spanish culture and literature, signifying beauty or wonder.
RAMSEY
FemaleScottish given name derived from "Raonall," meaning "champion on the headland." It has been used throughout history, notably by Saint Ramsey of Scotland, and has various forms including Ronald.
YASMINA
FemaleFeminine given name of Arabic origin, derived from "yasmin," meaning jasmine flower, symbolizing grace and beauty.
ALANAH
FemaleCaptivating Hebrew name meaning "elegant song" or "graceful melody.
ALYNA
FemaleUnique and elegant female name of Slavic origin, derived from Alena meaning 'noble' or 'precious', popular among nobility in Eastern Europe since the Middle Ages.
AYVA
FemaleLatin origin, derived from the word 'avis' which means bird. It's associated with qualities such as beauty, intelligence, creativity, independence, and harmony. Notably, French painter Marie-Aya Varda used it professionally as her pseudonym.
BRACHA
FemaleUnique Hebrew name meaning "blessing," popular among Jewish families historically for its symbolic significance of bestowing good fortune.
CHOSEN
FemaleRare Hebrew name meaning "chosen" or "selected", derived from the verb "bāḥar". It holds strong spiritual significance, as seen in the Bible with God choosing Abraham as his chosen people's father.
DESIRE
FemaleFrench origin, means 'strong longing' and comes from the Old French word 'desir', derived from the Latin 'desiderare', meaning 'to wish for'.
HARLIE
FemaleAmerican given name of unclear origin, potentially derived from Harley ('from Hare's field') or a modern invention.
INDI
FemaleIndian name derived from Sanskrit 'Indra', meaning 'lord' or 'king', and associated with intelligence, creativity, and charisma.
JACQUELYN
FemaleFrench-derived feminine name, meaning "supplanter" or "held by the heel," originating from the Latin Jacobus, and popularized in English-speaking countries during the 20th century.
LIZZIE
FemaleLizzie, derived from Elizabeth, is a Hebrew name meaning 'God is my oath' or 'God is my promise', popularized by royalty in the Middle Ages.
MONA
FemaleFeminine given name of Arabic origin, meaning "wish" or "desire".
NAVYA
FemaleNavya, of Sanskrit origin, means "new" or "young," signifying freshness and youthfulness.
PRIMROSE
FemaleElegant English name derived from the Latin 'primula', meaning 'first' or 'early'. It has been associated with the early-blooming primrose flower.
SIANNA
FemaleIrish name meaning 'God is gracious'.
STORY
FemaleEnglish origin, means 'history or tale' and is derived from the Old English word 'stōrig', combining 'stōr' meaning 'story' with '-ing' as a suffix denoting noun of action or state.
TINLEY
FemaleDistinctive Scottish name derived from 'Tinne', meaning fire.
VIVIANNE
FemaleFeminine given name of Latin origin, translating to 'living' or 'alive'.
ABBIE
FemaleScottish unisex name derived from Abernethy, meaning "mouth of the noisy stream.
AMBERLY
FemaleEnglish female given name derived from the Old English word 'æmel', meaning 'work'. Popularized in the 19th century, Amberly is associated with natural elements like amber and has been used by notable figures such as actress Amberley Brett and motivational speaker Amberley Snyder. Its captivating sound makes it a distinctive choice for parents seeking a unique name.
AMERIE
FemaleAmerie, of Latin origin, means 'love' and carries romantic connotations, while also being connected to the Hebrew name Amariah, signifying 'exalted by God.'
ANNALEIGH
FemaleElegant Irish name derived from Anna Lee, meaning 'grace' combined with 'descendant of Caoimhín'.
DEVIN
FemaleIrish name derived from the Gaelic word "dé Bhinn," meaning "poet.
DHRITI
FemaleFeminine given name of Indian origin, meaning 'earth' or 'firmness', derived from the Sanskrit word "dhṛti".
EFFIE
FemaleGreek name meaning 'Speech', popularized by historical figures like Effie Gray, Scottish writer and art critic, and Effie Trinket from "The Hunger Games".