Female first names the most popular of last year.
SUMAYA
FemaleArabic-origin girl's name meaning 'clear sky' or 'wide expanse', derived from the word 'samāʿ'. Historically, it was held by one of Islam's earliest converts known for her devotion.
TRACY
FemaleEnglish given name with French origins, derived from the Latin word 'tractus' meaning 'drawn out', originally given to those living in isolated areas.
XENIA
FemaleRare yet captivating Greek-origin female name meaning "hospitality" or "stranger's friend," inspired by the ancient Greek goddess Xenius who protected travelers.
ZENAIDA
FemaleUnique Spanish name derived from Latin 'zēnō', meaning 'to live' or 'be lively', symbolizing life and vitality.
ADAH
FemaleDistinctive Hebrew female name meaning 'ornament' or 'adornment', popularized by the wife of Lamech in the Bible.
ADELLA
FemaleUnique Italian name derived from the Latin word 'adellus', meaning 'noble'.
ALETHEA
FemaleDistinctive Greek female given name derived from "alethēs", meaning truth or reality, embodying honesty and authenticity.
ALI
FemaleArabic boy's name meaning "elevated," popularized by figures like the fourth caliph of Islam, Ali ibn Abi Talib, and used globally, especially among Muslims.
AMI
FemaleFrench given name that means 'friend', derived from the Latin word 'amicus'.
AMIRACLE
FemaleRare, unisex American given name derived from French 'miracle', signifying industrious wonder.
ANDROMEDA
FemaleDistinctive female name of Greek origin, derived from the mythical Princess Andromeda who was known for her beauty and courage in facing adversity.
AYALA
FemaleHebrew name meaning "deer," associated with King Solomon's Song of Songs, and was used among Spanish Jews in the Middle Ages. It signifies grace and elegance today.
CALEIGH
FemaleUnique female given name of Irish origin, derived from the surname 'O'Caoile', meaning 'descendant of Caoil' or 'helper'. It carries historical significance as it was once held by 12th-century Irish chieftain Caol Ágha.
DARBY
FemaleIrish name derived from the surname Ó Dochartaigh, meaning "descendant of Dochartach", which translates to "hurtful" or "oblique".
ELIN
FemaleFemale Swedish name derived from Old Norse elements "álr" (all) and "nýr" (new), meaning "all new".
JANELLY
FemaleFrench-derived name meaning 'garden', originally created as a feminine form of Jean.
JOSEY
FemaleOriginal American unisex name, phonetically blended from Joseph (Hebrew: "God will increase") and Jesse (Hebrew: "wealthy"), thus conveying the meaning "God will increase wealth".
KAVYA
FemaleSanskrit female given name meaning "first" or "the first poem", associated with poetry and the Hindu goddess Saraswati.
LYNNLEE
FemaleUnique American name coined in the late 20th century by combining Lynn (Welsh for "lake" or "waterfall") and Lee (English for "clearing" or "meadow").
MALINDA
FemaleCaptivating Welsh name meaning 'musician', popularized during the Victorian era, and shared by notable figures like historian Malinda Maynor Lowery.
MISK
FemaleArabic name derived from "musk," meaning "musky" and evoking luxury and elegance. Traditionally given to boys in specific zodiac signs, it has recently gained popularity for both genders. Notably carried by Saudi entrepreneur Misk Al-Othman, the name is now associated with success and innovation.
MIYORI
FemaleJapanese name with two kanji characters: "mi" meaning beauty and "yori" signifying reliability or dependability, translating to 'beautiful and reliable'.
NIHIRA
FemaleJapanese name derived from "nihon", meaning "sunrise". It symbolizes hope and promise of a new day, having gained popularity through Yasunari Kawabata's novel, "Snow Country".
RAELEE
FemaleUnique American girl's name with no specific language or cultural origin, created as an original name and not widely documented in meaning.
SELMA
FemaleArabic origin name meaning 'peace', popularized historically through figures like Swedish author Selma Lagerlöf and the Civil Rights Movement's Selma to Montgomery marches.
AAYLA
FemaleUnique name of unknown origin, first recorded in the late 19th century, with some believing it to be a variant spelling of Hebrew 'Ayala', meaning 'deer', although this connection is uncertain.
AIYLA
FemaleRare yet captivating name of uncertain origin, possibly African or Hebrew, signifying prosperity or vision.
ALYANNA
FemaleUnique female name of Spanish origin, composed of 'Aly' (noble) and 'Anna' (grace), conveying the meaning 'noble grace'.
ALYSE
FemaleUnique and elegant French-origin name derived from Alysson, which means 'noble strong.'
AMARYLLIS
FemaleRare Greek feminine given name meaning 'to sparkle/shine', inspired by the red amaryllis flower and the mythical nymph who transformed into it after winning Alcaeus' heart.
ANISTON
FemaleAmerican name of English origin, derived from the Old Norse 'Ánason,' meaning "son of ancient times." It gained popularity through actress Jennifer Aniston.
ANJALI
FemaleSanskrit feminine given name that means "grace" or "favor", signifying the act of offering something gracefully.
CARLEIGH
FemaleAmerican-originated name created in the early 20th century as a feminine form of Carleton, meaning "freeholder's land" or "strong".
CAROL
FemaleUnisex English given name originating from the male name Caroline, itself derived from the Latin Carolus meaning 'strong' or 'freeholder'.
DELYLAH
FemaleDelylah, of uncertain origin but believed to be a phonetic spelling of Arabic Dalila ('gentle'), gained popularity in France in the late 1980s.
DIVINITY
FemaleAmerican origin, derived from the word 'divine', meaning relating to or like God or gods, exceptionally good or virtuous. It has gained popularity worldwide in recent years as a unique and distinctive given name.
EMMERSON
FemaleUnisex name of English origin, derived from Emerson, which means "son of Emma" and comes from the Germanic word "ermen," signifying "whole" or "universal." It gained popularity through its association with American poet Ralph Waldo Emerson.
EVANI
FemaleHebrew feminine name meaning "God is gracious," with historical roots in Judaism and Islam.
HOLLIE
FemaleEnglish girls' name derived from 'holly', the evergreen shrub associated with Christmas, symbolizing eternal life and loyalty.
JAIDA
FemaleSpanish name meaning "to know", derived from the Latin 'scire', popular for its uniqueness and simplicity.