Female first names the most popular of last year.
KYLER
FemaleEnglish name, variant of Kyle, derived from Scottish surname McKay/MacKay, originally meaning 'boat shape' in Old Norse. Popularized mid-20th century, it's now unisex but remains uncommon (US rank: boys #342, girls #571). Spelling variations include Kyleer and Kylor; Kilian is unrelated.
LOREN
FemaleRare but significant Italian-derived name meaning 'laurel,' historically associated with victory and triumph in ancient Rome.
LOU
FemaleFrench-origin unisex name derived from Louis, meaning 'renowned wolf'.
MIABELLA
FemaleEnchanting Italian name derived from the Latin word "mirabilis," meaning "wonderful" or "marvelous.
MORRIGAN
FemaleIrish name derived from the ancient Celtic goddess of war, fertility, and sovereignty, whose title translates to "Great Queen" or "Phantom Queen".
PRECIOUS
FemaleUnique and beautiful name of African origin, derived from the Igbo word 'precious', signifying someone highly prized or valuable.
RORIE
FemaleRare Scottish given name derived from the surname "Mac Rory," meaning "son of Rory," an Irish name signifying "red king" or "red-haired king.
ROSARIO
FemaleCharming and unique given name of Spanish origin, derived from the word "rosario," meaning "rose garden" or "crown of roses." Traditionally associated with the Catholic rosary and often given to honor the Virgin Mary, Rosario has been popular among families connected to the Church since medieval times.
RYVER
FemaleDistinctive Welsh name originally meaning 'seashore' or 'riverbank', reflecting its connection to nature.
SAMARAH
FemaleArabic origin name, derived from "samara" meaning 'like the morning'.
TASNEEM
FemaleArabic name meaning 'pure' or 'chaste', derived from 'tasnim'. It's associated with historical figures like Tasnim al-Kaysi and conveys nobility and virtue.
TAYLEE
FemaleModern feminine given name of unknown origin and meaning, gaining popularity since the late 20th century with recent celebrity endorsements.
VALLEY
FemaleDistinctive American name derived from the English word "valley," referring to low land between hills. Its meaning embodies tranquility, harmony, and fertility, symbolizing balance and abundance without historical figure associations.
XARENI
FemaleXareni: A unique female name of unknown origin, possibly created recently due to its exotic sound.
ZEINA
FemaleArabic feminine given name derived from "Zayna," meaning 'beauty' or 'ornament.'
ZHAVIA
FemaleUnisex Slavic name derived from "zhiva," meaning 'life' or 'living.' It's often associated with strength and vitality, and has historical significance among Eastern Orthodox Christians who venerate saints named Zhivia/Zhivka.
ALEIGHA
FemaleAmerican girl's name with a captivating sound, derived from 'Alicia' or 'ale', lacking official meaning but conveying uniqueness and charm.
AMINATA
FemaleUnique female name of Mandinka origin, translating to 'trustworthy' or 'reliable', reflecting honesty and loyalty.
AMYAH
FemaleMeet Amyah, a Hebrew feminine name meaning 'mother of multitudes', inspired by Sarah's biblical story.
ANASTACIA
FemaleAnastasia is a female given name of Greek origin that means "resurrection" or "rebirth".
BLAKELEY
FemaleUncommon English given name derived from "blæc-leah", meaning "dark clearing". It originally served as a surname during medieval times before evolving into a unisex first name in the 20th century, reaching popularity in the United States during the 1980s and 1990s.
CALIANA
FemaleUnique feminine given name of Latin origin, derived from the Roman family name "Calianius," which means "bald" or "hairless.
CARRIE
FemaleThe English feminine given name Carrie originates from the medieval name Cara or Kerrie, derived from the Irish Gaelic word 'carra', meaning 'beloved'.
COLLETTE
FemaleFrench given name derived from 'collet,' meaning 'neck.' It was traditionally given to girls with attractive necks during medieval times, but gained popularity during the Renaissance period. Today, it's widely used globally, notably by French actress Collette Marchand.
DOLORES
FemaleFeminine Spanish origin name meaning pain or sorrow, often associated with the Virgin Mary and popularized by historical figures like Dolores Ibárruri and Dolores del Río.
DORA
FemaleFeminine given name of Spanish origin, derived from 'dorado', meaning 'gift' in Spanish.
EIRA
FemaleCaptivating Welsh name meaning 'snow', drawing inspiration from historical figures like Eirianedd ferch Owain Gwynedd and folklore featuring graceful fairies.
ELYZA
FemaleDistinctive Hebrew name derived from Elizabeth, meaning "my God is my oath" or "God is my sworn enemy," often associated with biblical figures and Queen Elizabeth I.
EMARIE
FemaleUnique female name of French origin, derived from Marie, meaning "sea of bitterness" or "rebelliousness." However, Emarie is often considered Italian in origin, with the meaning "to rival or excel.
FAIGA
FemaleHebrew name of Ashkenazi Jewish origin, meaning "apple" and typically given to girls. It's uncommon but carries a charming fruit-related significance.
HAVANA
FemaleCharming Spanish given name that directly translates to 'from Havana,' referencing Cuba's vibrant capital city.
IRMA
FemaleGermanic name derived from Old Norse Yrma, meaning 'universal,' with notable bearers including French singer Irma la Douce and Canadian politician Irma Henderson.
LILLYANNA
FemaleUnique and beautiful name of unknown origin, often associated with the Hebrew name Lilith, but without concrete evidence supporting this claim.
LIVELY
FemaleUnique English female given name derived from the adjective "lively," meaning full of energy or enthusiasm, without historical figures or cultural significances associated with it.
LUCI
FemaleLatin-derived feminine given name, meaning 'light' or 'illumination'.
LYNETTE
FemaleWelsh-origin feminine given name derived from "Lyn", meaning "lake".
MAHOGANY
FemaleUncommon but distinctive feminine given name of American origin, directly referring to the valuable mahogany tree species native to the Caribbean and Central America, with its rich reddish-brown heartwood used in furniture making.
MAKIYAH
FemaleMakiyah, of African-American origin, is derived from the Arabic 'Muhammad', meaning 'praiseworthy'. It honors strong women and Islamic cultural heritage.
OFELIA
FemaleSpanish female name derived from the Latin word 'officium', meaning 'office' or 'duty'.
ORLA
FemaleIrish female given name derived from Órfhlaith, meaning "golden ruler" or "bright ruler".