Female names most popular since 1880 - page 828.
Lyllah
Arabic name meaning "night beauty", derived from "layl" (night) and "-ah" (beauty/elegance), popularized by the classic love story Layla and Majnun. It's often associated with creativity, intelligence, and strength, making it a distinctive choice worldwide despite its rarity compared to traditional names.
Macayle
Unique American name created from the Scottish McKay and Irish Haley, meaning 'son of wished-for' and 'rock', respectively.
Macelynn
Rare, distinctive American given name coined from Mackenzie and Melody, without a well-defined meaning but potentially associated with "son of Kenneth" and musical harmony.
Madyline
Rare yet captivating French name derived from Madeleine ('from Magdala') and Ludivine ('famous battle'), embodying spirituality, strength, and intelligence.
Mais
French name derived from "maiez," meaning "May" or "month of May." It was popular during medieval France due to the month's association with joy, beauty, and fertility. Additionally, Mais may have originated from the Latin word "maius," referencing the ancient Roman festival honoring the goddess Maia. Today, Mais is more commonly used as a female name but has historical popularity in France.
Makini
Swahili given name that means 'wisdom'.
Malaysiah
Distinctive American name created by rapper Lil Wayne for his daughter in 2008.
Malonni
Malonni: A mysterious name of unknown origin with personal meanings for its bearers.
Maritere
Materite is a unique Spanish name derived from 'matertera,' meaning 'grandmother,' and traditionally given to girls born on the feast day of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
Marleyna
Rare, Latin-derived name meaning 'of the sea', often associated with oceanic imagery.
Marz
Persian name meaning "prince," derived from the word "marzban" meaning "border holder.
Mazelee
Rare French female name derived from "mazel," meaning "lucky." It's believed to be a female variant of Italian male name Mazzei, also meaning "lucky.
Measia
African Igbo name derived from "mezie" meaning happiness, signifying joy and positivity.
Mekiya
African name of Maasai origin meaning "one who is respected.
Merlynn
Welsh name meaning "sea-born," derived from the word Myrddin, popularized through the legendary wizard Merlin in Arthurian tales.
Mieisha
Unique, African American name created by author Virginia Hamilton for her semi-autobiographical novel "M.C. Higgins, the Great." Despite lacking a specific meaning, Mieisha is often interpreted as 'beautiful' or 'wise,' reflecting the strength and intelligence of its character. Now popular as a powerful baby girl name, Mieisha embodies creativity, independence, and empowerment.
Miona
Slavic name derived from Milena, signifying gracefulness and femininity.
Mirandah
Rare Persian name, derived from 'mir' (sea) and 'dah' (wisdom), meaning 'wise as the sea.'
Moncerat
Rare yet elegant Spanish name meaning "pure mountain.
Monchel
Rare French male given name, believed to have originated from the French word "moncher" meaning "to chew", though its true meaning remains uncertain. It was popular in medieval France and briefly in Victorian England due to French influence.
Myishia
African name of Yoruba origin meaning "God has given me wealth.
Naseeb
Arabic name derived from 'nsb', meaning success, translating to destiny or fate.
Nashaya
Unique African name derived from Swahili, meaning 'miracle', often associated with positivity and resilience.
Navany
African given name of Yoruba origin, meaning "I have found," signifying gratitude for life's blessings.
Neeharika
Indian name of Sanskrit origin meaning 'resembling the moon' or 'having the beauty of the moon'.
Nichell
Beautiful and unique French name derived from "nichée," meaning "nested" or "sheltered." It's often associated with warmth, comfort, and protection.
Nicoll
Scottish given name derived from the Gaelic surname "MacNicol", meaning "son of Nicol". It originates from the diminutive of Nicholas, signifying "victory of the people" in Greek.
Ninna
Italian name derived from the word 'ninna', meaning 'lullaby'. It gained popularity during the Renaissance period in Italy.
North
English origin given name, derived from the cardinal direction, associated with adventure, guidance, and nature.
Nzingha
The African-origin name Nzingha means 'the one who conquers' and was popularized by Queen Nzinga Mbande, a 17th-century warrior queen of Angola.
Oaklea
Uncommon English given name derived from 'oak', signifying strength and durability, and 'lea', suggesting a meadow, creating a unique blend of power and grace.
Olisa
Igbo name from Nigeria and Cameroon, meaning "to think clearly," embodying wisdom and intelligence.
Oradell
Uncommon Irish given name derived from the surname O'Riada, once prominent in County Cork, with unclear meaning but notable historical ties through the O'Riada sept.
Oshea
Irish male given name with roots tracing back to the Old Norse name Ásgeirr, meaning "spear of the gods.
Paiyton
Distinctive American given name of unknown origin, chosen for its uniqueness rather than its meaning.
Patsi
Patsy is an intriguing female given name with Irish origins, derived from the Irish Gaelic word "Pádraig," meaning "noble" or "illustrious." It shares roots with Saint Patrick, Ireland's patron saint.
Pemberley
Unique English given name derived from the surname Pemberton, meaning 'settlement where bears were once seen' or alternatively from Middle English personal name Pembere.
Perlene
Rare yet elegant French given name meaning 'pearl,' signifying preciousness.
Persayus
Distinctive Latin name derived from 'perspicuus', meaning 'clear' or 'evident'.
Petronila
Rare feminine name of Latin origin meaning "little stone.