Female first names the most popular of last year.
WILLAMINA
FemaleAmerican name derived from Wilhelmina and William, meaning "double resilient protection".
YAHRITZA
FemaleUnique feminine name of pre-Columbian Hispanic origin, with an unknown but intriguing meaning.
YEMAYA
FemaleAfrican origin name from the Yoruba people of West Africa, meaning "Mother's Womb" or "Mother Sea". In Yoruba mythology, she is revered as the mother goddess of the ocean and all living things.
ZAYLEIGH
FemaleUncommon English name derived from Selina, meaning "moon," first popularized in the late 20th century, associated with British actress Zayleigh Pye.
ZULEMA
FemaleDistinctive Spanish name derived from the Arabic Zulaykha, meaning "dark-haired beauty," with historical roots in Middle Eastern folklore and Spanish literature.
AMYLA
FemaleRare Hebrew female name meaning "people of my nation," suggesting strong community ties. Its earliest known reference appears in Shakespeare's "The Two Gentlemen of Verona.
ANABIA
FemaleAfrican-origin name derived from Swahili "naba", meaning "to speak" or "to talk". It signifies one who speaks beautifully or the art of speaking, embodying intelligence, wisdom, charisma, strength, and courage.
ANELA
FemaleStriking African-origin name derived from Yoruba culture in Nigeria, meaning "Mother is supreme".
ARA
FemaleRare, Hebrew-derived name meaning 'altar', with significant biblical ties to Mount Sinai's location in Midian.
ARIANELLY
FemaleUnique female name of Latin origin, derived from "arianus" meaning silver, with the suffix "-elly" giving it a playful charm.
BODHI
FemaleSanskrit name meaning 'enlightenment' or 'awakening', popularized by celebrities like Rebecca Romijn and Jerry O'Connell, and often associated with nature, tranquility, and wisdom.
CHARIS
FemaleUnique Greek name derived from "charis," meaning "grace." In ancient Greece, she was one of the three Graces, goddesses embodying charm, beauty, and joy.
CORNELIA
FemaleFeminine name of Latin origin derived from the Roman family name Cornelii, signifying "horn" or "small horn".
DANNI
FemaleDanish name meaning 'of Denmark', conveying strength, courage, independence and national pride.
DEARRA
FemaleIrish name meaning "spear", associated with strength and wisdom in ancient Irish culture.
ELEONORA
FemaleItalian name of medieval origin meaning "noble warrior," derived from the Old French Alienor via Eleanor. It has been worn by notable figures like Eleanor of Aquitaine and Eleonora Duse. Today, it is still admired for its sophistication and timelessness.
HAVYN
FemaleUnique Hebrew name derived from "Chaven," meaning "to weave" or "to interlace." It has historical significance as the name of one of Caleb's sons in the Old Testament and continues to captivate in modern culture through media appearances.
HAYZEL
FemaleRare, unique name of unknown origin with no clear etymology from traditional naming sources. Its meaning remains speculative, with some suggesting it's a variant spelling of Hazel but this connection is not certain. There are no documented historical figures associated with the name Hayzel, and it has minimal cultural impact or historical significance beyond its immediate circle of users.
ILARIA
FemaleItalian girl's name meaning 'happy' or 'cheerful', derived from the Latin word 'ilaris'.
IVANKA
FemaleBulgarian feminine given name derived from 'ivana,' meaning 'graceful.'
IZZABELLA
FemaleItalian name derived from 'bello', meaning beautiful, associated with the city of Izzo, and historically used by noble families to signify grace.
JALAYA
FemaleUnique African name from Nigeria's Igbo ethnic group, meaning 'calm' or 'peaceful', reflecting serenity and tranquility.
JINORA
FemaleUnique Japanese name composed of the kanji characters "人" (hito) meaning person/human being, and "成" (nara) signifying accomplishment/success. It can be used for both boys and girls, expressing aspirations for future achievements.
JOANN
FemaleJoann is of Hebrew origin, meaning 'God is gracious'; it evolved from 'Yochanan' and has notable historical figures bearing this name.
KAMI
FemaleUnique, Japanese-origin name meaning "god" or "deity," reflecting Japan's spiritual heritage. It's occasionally used as a given name to honor cultural heritage or express spiritual beliefs, though some may find it disrespectful due to its religious significance.
KYMANI
FemaleJamaican name of African origin, derived from Kimani meaning "only one" or "unique".
LENNI
FemaleUnique Finnish female name derived from the word 'lennis', meaning 'marsh' or 'moor', reflecting Finland's love for nature.
LEONIE
FemaleFemale given name of Latin origin, derived from "leo," meaning "lion." It translates to "like a lioness" or "lion-like," reflecting strength and courage. Historically, notable figures like Sainte Leonie de Paris have borne this name, and it has also appeared in literature, such as in George Eliot's novel "Daniel Deronda." Today, Leonie remains a popular choice for parents seeking a strong, distinctive feminine name with Latin roots and historical significance.
LORALEI
FemaleUnique American name created by combining Laura ("laurel") and Leigh ("woodland clearing"), symbolizing victory in nature.
MAGALY
FemaleSpanish female name derived from Magdaleno, inspired by Mary Magdalene, meaning 'from Magdala'.
MAHINA
FemaleCaptivating Hawaiian name derived from 'mahina', meaning 'moon'.
MALORIE
FemaleUncommon English female name with limited historical documentation. It's possibly derived from the Old French word 'Malor', meaning 'unfortunate', though this connection is uncertain.
MAYCEE
FemaleFascinating female given name of uncertain origin, with no definitive meaning or history. Despite this mystery, it has become popular due to its distinctive sound and spelling, often associated with unique names like Reese and Shay but standing out among them due to its unusual composition.
MOON
FemaleEnglish feminine name derived from 'moon', meaning 'light' and signifying cycles and mystery.
NAYDELIN
FemaleUnique, Latin-derived name, originally from the Spanish word "nadal" meaning Christmas, though not directly linked to holidays. It gained popularity through popular culture like the video game Skyrim, but has no specific cultural significance or traditional usage.
NORMANI
FemaleDistinctive Haitian name, derived from 'norman', referencing a person from Normandy, France. Its meaning remains unclear but evokes images of strength and resilience.
NUR
FemaleThe Arabic-origin name Nur, meaning 'light,' is deeply rooted in Islamic tradition, associated with Prophet Muhammad's daughter Fatima, and has been carried by notable figures like Persian polymath Nuruddin al-Razi.
OCTOBER
FemaleUncommon English given name of Latin origin, derived from the word 'october', meaning 'eighth'.
PEIGHTON
FemaleEnglish female given name believed to mean 'hill' or 'mountain', though some suggest it's a variant of Peyton derived from Peter. It evokes strength and solidity, gaining popularity recently despite lacking historical documentation prior to the late 20th century.
SAORI
FemalePopular Japanese female given name derived from the kanji characters 早 (early) and 央 (center), translating to "early center" or "early middle.