Female and male names most popular from last year : Renaissance.
1641 names found
Isabella
The feminine given name Isabella originates from Italian roots but is derived from Germanic elements 'is' meaning ice and 'hild' meaning battle. It translates to "devoted to God".
Leo
Boys' name of Latin origin, meaning 'lion,' derived from the Latin word for lion, conveying strength and courage.
Luca
The Italian boy's name Luca originates from the Latin word "lux," meaning light, and translates to "light.
Penelope
Distinctive feminine given name of Greek origin, meaning "weaver" or "one who weaves". It was made famous by Homer's epic poem "The Odyssey", where Penelope, the faithful wife of Odysseus, was renowned for her intelligence, resourcefulness, and weaving skills. The name has been popular throughout Europe and beyond since the Renaissance period.
Aria
Italian female given name derived from Latin 'aria', meaning 'melody' or 'air', also translating to 'lioness' in Persian.
Ellie
Greek name meaning "torch," symbolizing guidance and enlightenment. It has been used for centuries, with notable bearers including Eleanor Roosevelt.
Silas
Distinctive name of Latin origin, meaning 'forest', historically associated with wisdom. Popularized during the medieval period due to Saint Silas, it remains relatively uncommon yet meaningful today.
Leonardo
Italian name derived from Germanic elements meaning "lion" and "strong," carrying historical significance through figures like Leonardo da Vinci and Leonardo Fibonacci.
Giovanni
Italian masculine given name derived from Latin 'Ioannes,' meaning 'God is gracious' or 'gift of God.'
Lorenzo
Masculine given name of Latin origin meaning "laurel-crowned".
Liliana
Latin-origin name meaning 'lily', symbolizing purity and grace, first used in Europe during the Middle Ages.
Gabriella
Italian feminine name derived from Gabriele, which means "God is my strength" in Hebrew.
Matteo
Italian name derived from Latin 'Mattheus', meaning 'gift of God'.
Hadley
Sylviana is an elegant Latin-derived name meaning 'forest', popularized during the Renaissance and often associated with nature's beauty.
Adonis
Male given name of Greek origin, meaning "from Adonis," signifying handsome youth.
Mary
Hebrew feminine given name meaning "sea of bitterness" or "rebelliousness," derived from Miriam, the name of several significant biblical women including Moses' sister and Jesus' mother. It has been one of the most popular girl names throughout history due to its association with the Virgin Mary during the Renaissance period. Today, Mary remains a classic, timeless choice among English-speaking countries.
Brianna
Irish feminine given name meaning "strong, noble," derived from the Old Irish word "Brian.
Juliette
Feminine given name of French origin, derived from the Latin "Iulius," meaning "youthful" or "downy." It gained popularity during the Renaissance and is famously associated with Shakespeare's tragic heroine Juliette in "Romeo and Juliet." Today, it remains popular worldwide, notably used by prominent figures like Juliette Binoche and Juliette Lewis.
Andrea
Italian name of Greek origin, meaning 'manly' or 'mighty', composed of elements 'an-' meaning 'man' and '-dros' meaning 'courageous'. It has been used for both masculine and feminine throughout history, notably by Andrea Palladio, Andrea Doria, and Saint Andrew.
Rafael
Spanish and Hebrew name meaning "God has healed.
Zuri
Zuri, of African origin, means "beautiful" or "good" in Swahili.
Angela
Feminine given name of Latin origin meaning 'angel', popularized during the Renaissance and associated with historical figures like Santa Angela da Foligno and Angela Davis.
Angelo
Italian name meaning 'messenger' or 'angel', derived from the Latin word 'angelo'. It has been used since the Middle Ages, popularized during the Renaissance and remains widely popular today. Notable individuals named Angelo include Pope John XXIII, Cardinal Scola, composer Badalamenti, and inventor Moriondo.
Ariel
Unisex name of Hebrew origin, meaning 'lion of God' or 'altitude', symbolizing strength, courage, and majesty.
Gabriela
Feminine name of Spanish and Italian origin meaning 'God is my strength' or 'God is my hero', derived from the Hebrew name Gavriel.
Ari
Hebrew-derived name meaning 'lion', symbolizing strength and courage.
Nicole
Feminine given name of Latin origin that means 'victory of the people'.
Aurelia
Latin-derived feminine name meaning "golden," having been popular throughout history among prominent figures like Julius Caesar's mother.
Francesca
Elegant Italian name of Latin origin, meaning 'free', originally used for boys but later popularized for girls during the Renaissance period through literary works like Dante's "The Divine Comedy".
Daniella
Elegant Italian feminine form of the Hebrew name Daniel, signifying "God is my judgment.
Raphael
Hebrew masculine given name derived from the word "rapha", meaning "to heal". It is renowned throughout history, notably carried by the influential High Renaissance painter Rafael Sanzio and the archangel Raphael in the Book of Tobit. Today, it remains a popular choice due to its historical significance and meaning of healing.
Bianca
Italian feminine name derived from the Latin word 'bianco', meaning 'white'. It gained popularity through historic literary figures like Boccaccio's character in 'The Decameron' and Shakespeare's 'The Taming of the Shrew'.
Paris
The unisex name Paris originates from French culture, derived from the city itself, which was named after Paris of Troy, a Trojan prince from Greek mythology. In literature and pop culture, the name has been used in various ways, appearing in works such as "Wuthering Heights" and "The Shining." Despite its historical usage for both genders, Paris is now more commonly associated with girls.
Lucca
Italian boy's name of Latin origin, meaning 'bear', derived from 'luccus' meaning 'light'.
Rosalia
Italian name derived from the Latin word "rosa," meaning "rose.
Marceline
Distinctive feminine given name of French origin, derived from "marcelinus," meaning "dedicated to Mars." It was popularized during the Middle Ages through association with St. Marcel, the patron saint of chickens, and became widely recognized across France and French-speaking regions. Today, it remains a classic yet unique choice for baby girls due to its historic roots and elegant connotations.
Angelica
Latin-origin female given name derived from 'angelus', meaning 'little angel' or 'like an angel'.
Siena
Italian feminine given name derived from the Etruscan city of Siena in Tuscany, meaning "moist" or "wet", and evoking images of beauty and history.
Cannon
Strong and unique given name of English origin, meaning "gun" or "cannon." It was derived from the Middle English word "canoun," which referred to a large gun or artillery piece.
Eliseo
Italian name derived from Latin "Eliacin," meaning "God is my light.