Female first names the most popular of last year.
AUBRIANNA
FemaleAubrianna, derived from the French 'aubépine' meaning hawthorn tree, is a unique unisex name popularized in medieval France for Gemini babies.
AVONLEA
FemaleCharming Irish name derived from 'Abhainn Leathad', translating to 'wide river mouth'.
BEAUTIFUL
FemaleEnglish origin, means 'beautiful' and was likely given to daughters perceived exceptionally beautiful or as an expression of parental hopes for future attractiveness.
CATERINA
FemaleElegant Italian name derived from the Latin "Catharina," meaning "pure" or "clear.
CRISTEL
FemaleModern French feminine name derived from 'crystal', signifying clarity and purity.
DEVON
FemaleEnglish boys' name derived from the Old English word "deofen," meaning "from the valleys." It originally referred to someone from Devon county in southwest England and has been used as a given name since at least the Middle Ages. Today, it's popular due to its unique sound and association with Devonshire's rugged beauty.
EMARI
FemaleAfrican Igbo name meaning "let's have a child," popular worldwide due to its unique sound and significant meaning.
EVANORA
FemaleRare Welsh female given name with two possible meanings: "good news" or "honor".
HEIRESS
FemaleHeiress: A distinctive English name derived from 'heir', signifying inherited property or title.
HUXLEY
FemaleEnglish name originally derived from Huxtable, meaning 'from the woods,' coined by author Aldous Huxley as his pen name before publishing "Brave New World.
JAYLEIGH
FemaleModern Irish name derived from the traditional surname O'Leary, meaning "descendant of Leary.
KELIS
FemaleUnique and meaningful African name of Yoruba origin, meaning 'charming' and 'the one who brings joy'.
KETZALY
FemaleMexican feminine given name derived from Nahuatl language meaning 'star house' or 'home of the stars'.
KYNSLEY
FemaleEnglish name derived from "cyne" meaning king/chief and "slé" meaning glade/clearing, interpreted as "king's glade" or "royal clearing.
LACIE
FemaleUnique, American female given name with no specific meaning or etymology, popularized by its use in the television show "Saved by the Bell.
LARKIN
FemaleIrish given name derived from the surname "O'Laighre," meaning "son of Laighre," which signifies "spear-soldier.
LENNIX
FemaleScandinavian male name derived from "linn" meaning flax or linen, and "hross" meaning horse, signifying "horse made of flax.
LILLIANN
FemaleIrish female given name derived from the surname O'Liathain, meaning "descendant of Liathán," which translates to "gray" or "green.
LIYAH
FemaleDistinctive Hebrew name meaning 'night beauty', signifying elegance and inner wisdom.
LIZZY
FemaleShortened form of Elizabeth, with Hebrew origins meaning "God is my oath" or "God is my satisfaction." It gained popularity in England during the Middle Ages when several queens bore this name.
LUCILE
FemaleFrench origin, means "bearer of light" and was often given to girls born into noble families during the Middle Ages due to its association with the House of Luxembourg. It remains a popular choice worldwide for its elegant sound and historical significance.
LYNDI
FemaleWelsh origin name meaning 'leader' or 'champion'.
MAEVIS
FemaleUnique Welsh name derived from 'mae', meaning 'she' in Welsh. In Welsh mythology, Mae is the goddess of fertility and motherhood.
MARLENY
FemaleCaptivating Spanish origin name derived from "marlín," meaning "sperm whale." Originally a feminine variation of Marlin popularized by Herman Melville's novel, today it stands independently as an attractive choice worldwide.
MERCI
FemaleThe French origin name 'Merci', meaning 'thank you', is universally valued for expressing gratitude.
MIHIRA
FemaleIndian name derived from Sanskrit 'Mihira', meaning 'sun', and is associated with Surya, the Hindu sun god's charioteer in mythology.
MILLIANA
FemaleUnique feminine given name of African origin, derived from the Swahili word 'Milima,' meaning 'mountains.' It carries a powerful and majestic connotation, reflecting the grandeur and strength of mountains.
MONET
FemaleFrench origin, meaning "coin" or "moneymaker," derived from the Latin word "moneta." It was originally a surname for coin makers before becoming popular as a given name for boys. Today, Monet is associated with French artistic heritage due to famous painter Claude Monet.
POSEY
FemalePosey, of English origin, means 'horse' in Latin, symbolizing strength born during summer months.
RAFAELA
FemaleThe feminine Spanish name Rafaela means "God heals," derived from the Hebrew name Raphael, denoting "God has healed.
RANA
FemaleSouth Asian origin, means 'king' or 'ruler' in Sanskrit, associated with Lord Rama, an incarnation of Lord Vishnu. Popular for boys, it signifies strength and leadership.
RYLEI
FemaleUncommon name of unknown origin, with no known meaning or history attached to it.
SHIA
FemaleAncient name of Persian origin that has been traditionally used for both boys and girls in various cultures. It means "party" or "faction," and its history is deeply rooted in the early divisions within Islam after the death of the Prophet Muhammad.
SINCERE
FemaleEnglish origin, derived from Old French and Latin roots, signifying 'genuine' or 'truthful'.
SKYLYN
FemaleDistinctive American name created by blending Skye and Lyn/Lynn, with no definitive origin or traditional meaning.
STACEY
FemaleEnglish name of medieval origin, derived from Agnes meaning "pure." Popularized in the U.S. in the 1970s-80s, it's still widely used today.
STARLA
FemaleUnique American given name created by author Jack Williamson for his 1934 science fiction novel "The Legion of Space". Its meaning is not well-documented, but it's believed to derive from the words 'star' and 'la', possibly signifying brightness and celestial beauty.
UNA
FemaleIrish female given name that means 'lamb', popularized by Edmund Spenser's poem "The Shepheardes Calender".
ZAYAH
FemaleAfrican origin name from Cameroon's Bamileke people, translating to 'the one who brings peace'.
ZORI
FemaleZori, of Igbo origin, means "Rejoice" or "Celebration," embodying joy and festivity.