Female names most popular since 1880 - page 661.

Irish name derived from Ó Colmáin, meaning "descendant of Colman," which itself means "dove" or "dove-shaped.

Unusual English name derived from 'cros', meaning 'cross'. Originally a surname indicating residence near a cross or place called Crossley, it has since evolved into several variants like Crosby and Croxall, all sharing the same origin and meaning. Despite its literary appearance in Richard Yates' "A Good School", Crosley remains relatively uncommon as a given name today.

Rare Scottish Gaelic female name meaning "gentle" or "mild".

Distinctive Greek-origin female name derived from "deinos," meaning "fearful" or "terrible," yet signifying power and intensity with ties to ancient Greek mythology.

Uncommon yet powerful female given name of African origin, derived from the Swahili word "derua" meaning "to ask for". Coined by Toni Morrison in her novel "Beloved", this distinctive name celebrates both African heritage and literary inspiration.

Modern, uniquely exotic name with unknown origins, having no widely accepted meaning but often interpreted personally due to its mystical sound.

Captivating Greek name meaning "sun ray," derived from Helios, the sun god.

Irish feminine given name meaning 'grace' or 'honor', originally derived from the Old Irish word 'étán'.

African-derived given name from Ghana's Ashanti people, meaning either "born on Tuesday" or "a child born during troublesome times," reflecting resilience and overcoming adversity.

Yoruba name of African origin, combining "Ore" (riches) and "Ola" (prosperity), symbolizing wealth and good fortune.

Hebrew name that means "worthy" or "valorous".

Hebrew name meaning 'to praise', used in the Bible to describe praising God. It's often associated with psalms of praise, like those in the Book of Psalms (113-118). Traditionally given to both boys and girls, Hallel has gained popularity as a unisex name in recent years.

Uncommon English boy's name derived from 'harbor,' meaning sheltered port, signifying protection and navigation.

Arabic name that means "dream" or "vision," inspired by Joseph's dream interpretation in the Qur'an.

Arabic name meaning 'generous' or 'bountiful', originally popular among wealthy families in ancient Arabia, now found worldwide.

Meet Indee, a captivating Indian name derived from 'Indira,' meaning beauty or splendor, and associated with the goddess of beauty in Hindu mythology.

Elegant Spanish name of Germanic origin, meaning "worldwide" or "universal." It gained fame through the medieval heroine Ismelda la Bella and Saint Ismelda, a Christian martyr. Today, it stands for sophistication and uniqueness.

Arabic name that means "dignified" or "noble," reflecting its ancient Arabian cultural heritage.

Distinctive Spanish name derived from "janela," meaning window, symbolizing light, beauty, and freshness.

Captivating female name of unknown origin, believed to be derived from Arabic 'Yasmin' meaning "jasmine flower," although this is unconfirmed. It has gained popularity in English-speaking countries for its meaning of beauty and grace, despite varying spellings like Jasmine or Jasamine.

Beautiful American name created by combining Jennifer ('fair and smooth') and Lee ('gracious/kind').

Hebrew origin, derived from the word "Yitzhak," meaning "he will laugh." Traditionally a boy's name in Jewish families, Jessikah has gained popularity as a girl's name in recent years. Despite its uniqueness and historical significance, it remains relatively rare, never ranking among the top 1000 most popular girls' names in the U.S.

Unique Sanskrit name meaning meditation or contemplation, derived from the state of deep concentration in meditation.

Unique African girls' name derived from the Swahili word 'jumuia', meaning 'community'.

Unique and captivating name of unknown origin, recently emerged as independent and inspiring creativity in baby names. Its most popular interpretation signifies "beautiful and wise," reflecting strength and intelligence.

Distinctive Spanish female name derived from 'Karla', meaning 'strong' or 'free', with the suffix '-ita' adding a feminine touch.

Captivating African name meaning "life," symbolizing vitality and energy.

African-origin given name from the Yoruba tribe in Nigeria, meaning "born on Friday" or "king has arrived".

Khtar is an Arabic-origin name meaning 'thin' or 'slender', popular among boys in various Middle Eastern countries and believed to have originated from ancient Arabia.

American female name, a variant of Courtney derived from Old French 'courte' meaning short and '-lynn' meaning from the holly. It signifies "short holly", gaining popularity in the US during the 1970s with associations to Southern states like Alabama and Mississippi. Despite its recent origins, Kortlynn holds historical roots in medieval France where Courtney denoted residence near a short plot of land or holly bush. Today, it remains a distinctive choice for parents seeking an uncommon yet meaningful name for their daughter due to its unique spelling and historical significance.

Russian name of Greek origin meaning 'hospitality', introduced by Byzantine Greeks who were welcomed into Russia due to their rich culture.

French-derived name meaning 'vine' or 'ivy', symbolizing grace and beauty.

Scottish male given name derived from Gaelic words 'loch' meaning 'lake' and 'lann' meaning 'enclosure or church', translating to 'church by the lake'.

Polish feminine given name derived from Ludwig, meaning 'famous in battle'.

Irish-derived name meaning "strong-willed" or "vigorous," originally derived from Loingsech, historically carried by notable figures like High King Loingseach na nGiall.

Captivating Scottish unisex name, meaning "good" or "virtuous," derived from the Scottish word "maith.

Rare and distinctive given name of unknown origin, with no clear meaning or linguistic derivation, though it may be a variant spelling of the Irish surname Maze or Mazure, possibly originating from the Norman-French word "mazie" meaning barley.

Slavic girl's name meaning "little" or "small".

Hungarian-derived name from Maria, meaning 'sea of bitterness' or 'star of the sea', popular among Hungarian nobility during the Middle Ages as a tribute to the Virgin Mary. Today, it remains beloved in Hungary and has gained international recognition, appearing in notable literary works by Ferenc Molnár and Imre Kertész.

American female given name created by combining Marie and Patricia. While it has no official meaning, some associate it with the Spanish word 'mariposa', meaning butterfly due to its phonetic similarity.