Female and male names most popular since 1880 - page 340.
Lella
Italian female given name of uncertain origin, potentially linked to the word 'gelato,' meaning 'frozen' or 'ice cream.' Its meaning is interpreted as either 'snow,' 'light,' or 'shining,' and it was popular among medieval Italian nobility as a pet name for noble ladies. Today, Lella is used worldwide but remains rare outside Italy, associated with warmth, charm, and uniqueness.
Mayleen
Irish name meaning "little chief" or "noble", derived from "maol" (Irish for 'chief') and "-lein" (French for 'little'), popularized worldwide despite its roots in Ireland.
Nichola
Unique Italian name derived from Nicola/Nicholas, meaning 'victory of the people'. It gained popularity as a girl's name in English-speaking countries, associated with historical figures like Saint Nicholas (Santa Claus).
Shan
Chinese name derived from the character "山" meaning "mountain," signifying stability and strength. It's widely used in China and other countries like Vietnam and has gained popularity in the U.S. since the 1970s.
Athina
Greek feminine given name derived from Athena, the goddess of wisdom, meaning 'mind' or 'intelligence'.
Auden
Rare English given name derived from Old English 'Œaden', meaning 'little wealth' or 'little prosperity'. It gained recognition through poet W.H. Auden.
Caira
Distinctive Latin-derived name, meaning 'blind', with no notable historical figures.
Carlon
Distinct given name of Latin origin, derived from "carolus," meaning "strong" or "freeholder." Popularized by Charlemagne in the Middle Ages, it has been worn by notable figures like Carlon de Tiro, an Italian scholar. Despite its rich history, it remains uncommon today, with only five boys named Carlon born in the U.S. in 2019.
Cassidi
Unique American given name created in recent years, with no clear historical or cultural meaning but gaining popularity due to its appealing sound and distinctive nature.
Chavez
Basque-derived Spanish given name meaning "battle" or "fight," traditionally used to honorancestral warriors. It's popular across Spain and Latin America, associated with figures like Cesar Chavez, Hugo Chavez, and Fidel Castro Chavez. Though it connotes strength and determination, those named Chavez aren't necessarily linked to aggression but rather seen as passionate and resolute individuals.
Deniz
Turkish name meaning 'sea', reflecting Turkey's rich maritime heritage.
Javis
Captivating name derived from the Hebrew Jehoshaphat, meaning "Yahweh has judged," reflecting its biblical roots and historical significance.
Kallista
Unique Greek name meaning 'most beautiful'.
Kanani
Striking Hawaiian girl's name, originating from 'kana' meaning 'to write or compose', and 'ni' meaning 'the second'. It signifies 'the second composition'.
Kari
Finnish male name with origins tracing back to Old Norse, meaning "rowing".
Kavan
Irish name derived from the word 'caomh', meaning 'gentle'.
Olena
Unique Ukrainian female given name derived from Oleksandra, meaning "defender" or "protector".
Ozzie
American name with Old Norse roots meaning "divine spear," derived from Oscar via its diminutive form.
Refugio
Unique Spanish given name derived from Latin 'refugium', meaning 'refuge' or 'shelter', often associated with protection, safety, and sanctuary.
Shalisa
African-origin female name believed to mean 'beautiful', inspired by Swahili word 'shali'.
Aloha
The name Aloha originates from Hawaiian culture, meaning 'love, peace, compassion, and unity', derived from 'Alo' ('face' or 'presence') and 'Ha' ('breath' or 'life force').
Breyonna
Modern, captivating female name derived from French 'brunette', meaning 'dark-haired'.
Bronwen
Rare yet beautiful Welsh name derived from "bron" meaning breast and "gwyn" meaning white or fair. Its true beauty lies in its rich history, as it was used by figures like Prince Owain Gwynedd's wife, and appears prominently in Welsh literature such as the Mabinogi tales.
Chayse
Modern American given name created by combining Chase and Casey, interpreted as "to pursue" or "vigilant". It gained popularity during the late 20th century and is predominantly used for boys, with some instances for girls. Despite its recent rise, it lacks historical significance but offers parents the freedom to assign personal meaning.
Javonna
Intriguing African female name derived from the Akan language's "Yaa", meaning "born on Tuesday". The suffix "-vonna" was added during enslavement transportation to adapt African names to European phonetics.
Kali
Powerful female name originating from ancient Hindu mythology, signifying 'the black one', symbolizing creation, preservation, and destruction, as well as empowerment and feminine strength.
Lanya
Unique feminine name of Sanskrit origin, meaning "playful" or "full of sport," associated with the playful goddess Lakshmi and Lord Krishna's mischievous childhood antics, making it a charming and distinctive choice.
Tailynn
American female name, created by blending Taylor ('tailor') and Lynn ('lake'), and popularized through TV.
Aristeo
Unique Greek name that translates to 'the best', signifying excellence or superiority.
Chanta
Chanta, of French origin, means 'song' or 'melody', conveying musical enchantment.
Dakoda
Native American name of Sioux origin, meaning 'allies' or 'friends'.
Devansh
Indian name of Sanskrit origin, composed of "Deva" (god) and "Ansh" (part), signifying 'a fragment of god'.
Heavyn
Distinctive American name, likely derived from 'Heaven' or 'heavenly', and has gained popularity since 2016 with over 900 babies named Heavyn in 2019. Its meaning varies based on individual interpretation.
Herma
Hermione is a Greek-derived name meaning "of the sea" or "sea-born", drawn from Greek mythology where it was borne by sea nymphs and characters like Hermione, daughter of King Menelaus.
Huxton
Rare English name derived from Old English words "hū" ("how") and "ton" ("town"), interpretable as "how town".
Joellyn
Rare Hebrew-derived feminine variant of Joel, meaning "Yahweh is God," first popularized in the U.S. during the 1970s.
Torre
Captivating Spanish name derived from 'torre', meaning 'tower'. It evokes images of grandeur, power, and endurance.
Uriah
Uncommon Hebrew name meaning "God is my light," with biblical origins, but its bearer should not be associated with Uriah the Hittite's unfortunate fate.
Benedetto
Italian masculine given name derived from the Latin 'benedictus', meaning 'blessed'.
Caralee
Irish name derived from 'O'Carolan,' an ancient family of bards and musicians known for their artistic talent.