Female names most popular since 1880 - page 744.
Kaizlyn
American name created by combining Kaidence and Dylan. The latter means "son of the wave" and refers to the famous Welsh poet Dylan Thomas. Kaizlyn reflects strength, adaptability, creativity, and independent thought.
Kalanii
Hawaiian name meaning royalty or nobility.
Kaliyan
Uncommon Indian boy's name derived from Sanskrit 'Kalyana', meaning 'auspicious' or 'prosperous'. It has historical significance, being associated with wise King Yudhishthira in the Mahabharata.
Katlen
Irish name variant of Caitlin/Kaitlyn, derived from 'cathal', meaning 'clear' or 'bright'.
Kaylonie
American feminine given name coined by author Mercedes Lackey for her character in the Valdemar Universe series. Despite lacking traditional etymology, it has gained popularity among parents seeking distinctive names and is associated with fantasy literature.
Kele
Unique unisex name of West African origin, specifically from the Yoruba culture. It means "the chain that binds" or "the force that holds things together," reflecting power, courage, and unity.
Khamil
Arabic girls' name meaning 'pregnant', tracing back to ancient Arabia where it celebrated childbirth and honored women's strength.
Khamryn
Unique name of unknown origin with no documented historical or cultural significance. Its meaning is open to personal interpretation and creativity. Despite this, it has gained popularity in recent years due to its distinctive sound and spelling.
Kirat
Indian name derived from Sanskrit "Kirati," meaning "golden." It has historical significance as one of seven ancient sages in Hindu mythology and was also associated with a brave warrior tribe. Today, Kirat symbolizes wisdom and strength, remaining popular among Indians globally despite being less widespread elsewhere.
Kmora
Igbo name from Nigeria meaning "God's gift".
Krysia
Woman's name of Polish origin, meaning 'crystal', symbolizing elegance, clarity, and purity.
Labrisha
Beautiful African name derived from Swahili, meaning "praise" or "worship".
Lamija
Beautiful, unique Arabic name derived from "lami'a," meaning "beautiful night" or "night beauty." It signifies tranquility and inner beauty.
Lamoyne
Distinctive French name derived from "la mokane," meaning "the moor," reflecting its origins near wet, upland terrain.
Lanisa
Unique and beautiful name of African origin, specifically from Ghana's Ashanti people, meaning 'she has been crowned with beauty'.
Lashawnna
Unconventional female name of African American origin created in the late 20th century as a blend of "La" (from Lauren) and Shawn (from Sean), signifying wisdom and triumph, though its meaning remains open to interpretation.
Licet
The name Licet originates from Latin 'licetus', meaning 'permitted'.
Lujuana
Spanish name derived from 'lujuria', meaning 'lust' or 'desire', but it was historically used to express joy upon having a child.
Mackinzee
Uniquely feminine American given name coined by author Colleen McCullough for her 1977 novel "The Thorn Birds". While its meaning isn't universally agreed upon, some associate it with the Irish surname Mac Kinzie, derived from Gaelic "coinnich", signifying "handsome". Thus, Mackinzee could be interpreted as combining feminine grace and masculine strength.
Maive
Unique Breton name derived from 'maout,' meaning 'bear', popularized by French author Anatole France.
Makayela
Captivating African name of Yoruba origin from Nigeria and Benin, translating to "wait for what comes down.
Manali
Unique Indian female name derived from 'Manala', meaning 'mountainous lake' or 'mountain stream', named after the beautiful town of Manali in Himachal Pradesh.
Mareesa
Italian name derived from 'mare', meaning 'sea', interpreted as a variant of Maria. It symbolizes freedom and adventure, originating in medieval Italy but gaining international recognition in the 19th century.
Mareya
Unusual female given name with unknown origins, though some suggest it may be a variant spelling of Maria, meaning 'sea of bitterness' in Latin.
Mariabella
Mariabella, of Italian origin, combines 'Maria', Latin for 'of the sea', and 'bella', Italian for 'beautiful', translating to 'Beautiful Mary'.
Marquesa
Spanish origin, derived from 'marquesa,' meaning 'marchioness'.
Marua
Unique Japanese name derived from 'maru', meaning 'circle' or 'round', symbolizing completeness and harmony.
Mckaylin
Unique, Scottish-derived given name meaning 'son of Aid,' adopted during the late 20th century.
Meris
Rare female name from Spain's Basque Country, meaning 'of the sea' in Basque.
Mersedes
The name Mercedes is of Spanish origin and means 'mercy' or 'favor', derived from the Latin word 'Mercurio'.
Minori
Japanese given name originating from the kanji characters "美" (mi), meaning beautiful, and "のり" (nori), meaning to come, translating as beauty comes.
Mori
Japanese given name of unknown origin and meaning, believed to have evolved from the surname "Mori," meaning "forest" or "woods." Despite lacking direct evidence supporting this theory, Mori has been used for centuries in Japan, with tradition favoring sound over meaning in naming choices. While not widely popular, it has gained international recognition through popular culture references like Sherlock's Moriarty and Attack on Titan's Mori character.
Munachi
Distinctive Igbo name meaning "Who is the Living One?
Najmo
African name derived from Arabic 'Najma', meaning 'star'. It signifies brightness, brilliance, and beauty.
Nakema
Unique African Swahili name meaning 'grateful' or 'thankful', symbolizing appreciation and contentment.
Nashanti
African name of Shona origin from Zimbabwe, meaning "and laughter.
Nazarene
Rare Hebrew name meaning 'flower' or 'blossom', derived from Nazareth, the town of Jesus' childhood.
Nelline
Rare French girl's name derived from "noyer," meaning "walnut." It has historical ties to intelligence, creativity, and harvest times.
Neville
English male given name derived from the Anglo-Norman 'Nevel', meaning "new" or "novel". Originally a surname, it evolved into a given name in the 13th century, associated with Norman nobility and notable historical figures like John Neville, Lord Lieutenant of Ireland. Despite its decline in popularity, Neville remains distinctive and is often perceived as intelligent and sophisticated.
Niari
Unisex Congolese name meaning "to conquer" or "triumph", symbolizing strength and resilience, deeply rooted in African culture.