Female and male names most popular from last year - page 212.
Aleiya
Meet Aleiya, a name of Hebrew origin derived from "aliyah," signifying "to ascend" or "to go up," reflecting the Jewish tradition of immigration to Israel.
Aliyanna
Distinctive Hebrew female name derived from Alia, meaning 'ascending' or 'elevated'. Coined by Anne Rice in her Vampire Chronicles series, it embodies elevation and grace.
Alys
Rare yet significant Welsh female name meaning "noble", derived from the ancient word "ael" and historically associated with notable figures like Alys of Monmouth.
Amaree
African name meaning "peace".
Amberlynn
American feminine name derived from 'amber', fossilized tree resin with a golden hue, combined with the softening suffix '-lynn'. Its meaning could be interpreted as "golden like amber" or "glowing with warmth".
Ameila
Captivating Latin-derived name meaning 'one who loves' or 'beloved'.
Amena
Amena, of Arabic origin, means 'trustworthy' or 'reliable', derived from the word 'amina'.
Aras
Greek name meaning "height" or "altitude", associated with strength and courage in ancient mythology.
Archer
English boy's name of medieval origin, derived from the Old English word "earc" meaning bow or arrow, originally given to professional archers but now popular as a standalone name.
Atlus
Unique male given name of Greek origin, derived from the mythological Titan condemned to bear the weight of the world on his shoulders, symbolizing strength, courage, and wisdom.
Ayham
Arabic name meaning "life" or "existence", expressing a desire for longevity and prosperity.
Ayson
Unique, recently gained popularity name of unknown origin, with no established etymology or historical significance.
Beaux
French-origin gender-neutral name derived from the word "beau," meaning "beautiful" or "handsome.
Blane
Blaine is a unique Scottish-derived name meaning 'plain' or 'field', popularized by American poet Joyce Kilmer who used Blaine as his pen name.
Callista
Greek-origin feminine name meaning 'most beautiful', used as an epithet for Hera and popularized by Saint Callista.
Chanelle
Captivating French female name derived from "chanel," meaning "channel" or "stream," associated with water, fluidity, and motion.
Charleston
American given name, originating from the South Carolina city founded in 1670, named after King Charles II. It means 'freeholder' or 'stronghold', reflecting Charleston's historical significance as a port town.
Conall
Ancient Irish boy's name meaning "strong-willed" or "powerful," derived from Old Irish "conaill." It was borne by many historical figures like Conall Cernach, one of Ireland's three legendary champions.
Crimson
English given name derived from 'crimson', meaning deep red, associated with richness and passion.
Dacari
African-origin name, believed to derive from the Yoruba people of Nigeria, associated with joy or happiness.
Dara
Irish name meaning "oak" or "peaceful," drawing strength from its historical figures like King Diarmait Mac Murchada and Saint Dara, while embodying serenity linked to ancient druids and Christianity.
Davey
Timeless boys' name derived from Hebrew, meaning 'beloved'.
Davinchi
The name Davinchi is an Italian variant spelling of Leonardo da Vinci's last name, but its meaning remains unclear despite folk etymology suggesting it means "the city belonging to Vinileo.
Debbie
English female given name derived from David, meaning 'beloved', popularized in the mid-20th century and famously held by singer Debbie Harry and actress Debbie Reynolds.
Deena
Hebrew name meaning "joy".
Deondre
Unique male name of African-American origin, derived from the combination of Domonick (meaning 'belonging to the Lord') and Jermaine ('merciful').
Devonta
African-American name derived from DeVon, combining "De-" meaning 'of', and German-derived 'Von'.
Dominga
Spanish feminine given name derived from "domingo," meaning "Sunday." Traditionally bestowed upon girls born on Sundays, this unique name carries gentle connotations of peace and has been widely recognized in Spanish-speaking countries since medieval times.
Dontrell
Distinctive African American given name that emerged in the mid-to-late 20th century, with uncertain origins and meanings, though some believe it may be derived from "Donté," meaning "God has given.
Dunya
Arabic name meaning 'world' or 'earth', with philosophical significance in Islam, denoting the temporal world, and associated with fertility and abundance in some cultures.
Dynasty
Distinctive feminine name of Greek origin, signifying 'a succession of powerful rulers'.
Eian
Rare, unisex given name of Irish origin, derived from the surname "O'Eochadha," meaning 'descendant of Eochada,' a legendary 5th-century high king of Ireland known for his wisdom and justice.
Eli
Hebrew name meaning "my God," derived from 'El,' signifying God. It's known for its biblical association with Eli, the High Priest of young Samuel, and has gained popularity as a boys' name in English-speaking countries.
Elric
Unique German name meaning "powerful noble," composed of "Adal" (noble) and "Rik" (power).
Emmanuelle
The feminine given name Emmanuelle has French origins, derived from the Hebrew name Immanuel, meaning "God with us".
Emsley
English name derived from the Old English word 'emsig', meaning 'enclosed meadow'. It symbolizes beauty, safety, and harmony with nature.
Ferdinand
Germanic name meaning "bold voyager" or "peaceful hero," with a historic background in European royalty and literature, notably through Ferdinand I and Dr. Juvenal Urbino's friend in Gabriel García Márquez's novel.
Germani
Unique Latin-derived name meaning 'of Germany', first used among Germanic-speaking peoples in the Middle Ages.
Ghazal
The name Ghazal, meaning 'gazelle', originates from Persian and Arabic traditions, symbolizing beauty, grace, and swiftness, and has historic ties to poetic forms like the ghazal.
Griffyn
Welsh-origin unisex name, meaning 'wakeful', traditionally used to denote alert individuals. It shares a historic connection with the mythical griffin creature from Welsh literature like the Mabinogion.