Female names most popular since 1880 - page 981.
Markieta
Distinctively feminine name of Latin origin, derived from "markus," meaning "dedicated to Mars." Despite its Latin roots, it has become closely associated with Slavic cultures, notably in the Czech Republic where it's often spelled Markéta.
Maron
Rare, Hebrew-derived name meaning 'rebellious', associated with biblical figure Miriam, sister of Moses.
Marquella
Unique Spanish girl's name derived from "marquesa," meaning marchioness, reflecting high social status or nobility.
Martene
French origin unisex name derived from "martyr" via Saint Martin of Tours, popular since the Middle Ages and now gaining international recognition.
Maytee
African name of Igbo origin from Nigeria, derived from "Mmachi" meaning "God has answered my prayers," reflecting deep spiritual significance.
Mckailey
Unique American girls' name created by combining McKenna ('wise old chief') and Kailey (from Caoilfhionn, 'slender, fair-haired'). Its meaning can be interpreted as 'wise, fair-haired chief'.
Measha
Beautiful Cherokee name meaning "to bind together" or "to unite," symbolizing harmony and unity.
Melianna
Rare yet enchanting Welsh name derived from 'melian', meaning 'shining' or 'radiant'.
Melise
Melise: Hebrew origin, means "queen", inspired by Biblical figure Malis; today's variation is more commonly used among Jewish families seeking to maintain cultural heritage with a distinct name.
Mellow
Uncommon given name of unknown origin, possibly derived from the English word 'mellow', meaning soft or gentle.
Milahn
Rare, distinctive given name with uncertain origins, often associated with strength or uniqueness due to its uncommon nature.
Milenia
Milenia: A captivating Latin feminine name meaning "a thousand ages," derived from the Latin word mille.
Millard
English given name derived from the Old English word "mil", meaning "mill". It was originally an occupational surname but evolved into a personal name with associations of prosperity and industry.
Mishay
Hebrew name derived from Exodus 15:11, meaning "who is like unto God?", signifying reverence and uniqueness.
Mithila
Mithila, an Indian name derived from Sanskrit, means "meadow" or "plain" and signifies simplicity, beauty, and tranquility. It is associated with the mythical kingdom ruled by King Janaka and is famously known as Sita's birthplace.
Moneca
Distinctive Italian-origin name derived from "monaca," meaning "nun." Though not confined to Italians, it's historically used in religious communities before becoming unisex.
Myer
Rare Hebrew name that means "enlightened," symbolizing brightness and wisdom. It was first mentioned in the Bible as one of King David's warriors.
Mykalia
Striking unisex name of Greek origin, derived from 'mykos', meaning mushroom. Created by author Mercedes Lackey for her Valdemar novels, it's now used as a unique given name despite its fictional roots and rare popularity.
Myrcella
Introducing Myrcella, a unique Welsh female name derived from 'Myrddin', meaning 'sea chief' or 'sea warrior'. It honors the legendary Welsh bard and prophet Merlin, known as Myrddin Wyllt.
Najha
Arabic origin name meaning 'success' or 'victory'.
Nakedra
African name derived from Yoruba 'Ona Kẹdara', meaning 'one who sees beauty'.
Nashara
Arabic name derived from "nashrah," meaning "to share." It signifies generosity and has historical significance as one of Allah's 96 names in Islam.
Neharika
Distinctive Indian name of Hindu origin, derived from the Sanskrit word "Nahara," meaning "sound" or "noise." It signifies the primordial sound of creation, "Om" or "Aum," signifying transformation and power.
Nicoleanne
Unique French feminine name derived from Nicole, meaning "victory of the people," with an added "-anne" suffix.
Nishelle
African name of Yoruba origin from Nigeria, meaning "Beautiful crown.
Orianthi
Unique Greek name meaning 'mountain' or 'hill of the East', derived from 'Oros' and 'Anthos', and carries connotations of natural beauty.
Orlaith
Uncommon yet enchanting Irish female name derived from ancient Gaelic 'or', meaning 'golden', and connected to the Irish goddess of love.
Ottavia
Female given name of Latin origin, derived from "octavus" meaning eighth, popularized by Octavia, sister of Augustus Caesar.
Parma
Intriguing name of Italian origin, derived from the historic city of Parma beside the Parmā river, meaning 'river' in Etruscan.
Parveen
Indian unisex name derived from 'Par' (equal) and 'Veen' (melody), translating to 'melody of equality', with historical roots in Punjab.
Philecia
Distinctive Greek name meaning "loving honor," carried by Saint Philecia, a 4th-century martyr, and featured in Victor Hugo's "The Hunchback of Notre-Dame.
Pota
Unique Polynesian name of Samoan origin meaning 'strong' or 'powerful'.
Queenester
Unusual female given name of Igbo African origin, translating to 'female born', celebrating childbirth, though not typical of traditional Igbo naming practices.
Quiniyah
Distinctive African name from Swahili culture meaning "tenth," bringing numerological significance and believed to bring good fortune.
Rachale
Unique Hebrew name meaning "gentle" or "soft-spoken," derived from the Hebrew word "racham." It has biblical roots, being one of Jacob's wives, and has historically been used among Jewish communities.
Rahab
Hebrew-derived name meaning "stormy" or "violent," associated with Rahab, the biblical Canaanite woman who demonstrated remarkable courage and resourcefulness during Jericho's conquest.
Rashita
Elegant Indian name of Karnataka origin, meaning 'ray of light', associated with grace and radiance.
Ravae
Rare Hebrew name derived from "re'iyah", meaning "friendship".
Redonda
Rare Spanish given name meaning 'round' or 'circular', originating from the Spanish word 'redondo'.
Regenna
Rare yet elegant Latin-derived name meaning "rain" in Italian, often associated with royalty and power, reflecting the strong personality of its bearer.