Female and male names most popular since 1880 - page 355.
Marnita
Swedish feminine given name derived from the Old Norse word "marna," meaning "sea" or "bay." It's associated with the Norse goddess Mardoll, who was believed to protect sailors.
Rogene
Captivating Latin-derived name meaning 'sacred fire' or 'funeral pyre,' associated with ancient Roman rituals and carrying spiritual significance.
Sandeep
Boy's name of Indian origin, derived from Sanskrit, meaning "one who brings prosperity".
Elmina
Distinctive Spanish name meaning "of the sea," with historical ties to Spain's coastal towns and an ancient Ethiopian empress.
Hideo
Japanese masculine given name derived from the kanji characters "Hide" (稀) meaning rare or unusual, and "Yo" (世) meaning generation or world. It means "rare person of his generation".
Jawon
Distinctive African American name derived from Yoruba culture in Nigeria, West Africa, meaning "born with courage" or "courageous warrior.
Kristofor
Unique Greek-origin name derived from "Christophoros," meaning "bearer of Christ.
Latifa
Arabic female name meaning 'gentle', composed of 'laww' and 'fatwa'. It originates from ancient Arabic culture, appearing in One Thousand and One Nights and as one of the 99 Beautiful Names of Allah in Islam. Today, it remains widely popular among global communities.
Lorn
Rare yet historically significant Scottish name derived from the Gaelic 'Laurn', meaning 'laurel' or 'bay tree', symbolizing victory in ancient Greece and Rome.
Midge
English gender-neutral name with Scottish roots, often associated with Margaret but also carrying independent historical significance.
Nakeya
African origin unisex name derived from Swahili, meaning 'moon'.
Nigeria
African female name derived from the Niger River, signifying 'land of the black river' and symbolizing strength and cultural richness.
Nura
Arabic-origin female name meaning 'light', sharing the root of one of Allah's 99 names, and traditionally associated with wise, just figures like Queen Nura bint Mansur. It brings good fortune and protection in Arabic cultures.
Rajon
Unique Indian unisex name derived from Sanskrit 'rajya', meaning 'kingdom'.
Rakan
Arabic-origin name meaning 'connection' or 'unity'.
Rayhan
Arabic boy's/girl's name meaning 'compassionate', popular among Muslim communities worldwide due to its positive connotations and association with Prophet Muhammad's companion Abu Hurairah.
Shoshanna
Captivating Hebrew name derived from "shoshan," meaning "lily." It signifies grace and beauty, reflecting its biblical roots as one of King Solomon's wives.
Ahsan
Arabic name meaning 'gentle' or 'kind', derived from 'ahasa'. It's associated with kindness and compassion, popular among Muslims worldwide.
Aldine
Italian female given name derived from 'aldena', meaning 'of noble descent'.
Cecila
Cecilia is a female given name of Latin origin, derived from 'caelum' meaning 'heaven', interpreted as 'of heaven'. Popularized by Saint Cecilia in the 2nd century AD, it has since been used in literature and art.
Chenelle
Rare yet elegant French female given name derived from 'chenille,' meaning caterpillar, symbolizing transformation and growth.
Cobe
Igbo-African name meaning "one who has many children," now gaining global popularity for its uniqueness despite no historical non-Igbo figures bearing it.
Esty
Hebrew name derived from the word "estheth", meaning "star".
Kolbi
Charming African name of Swahili origin, meaning 'sweetheart' or 'darling'.
Rhys
Welsh male given name derived from "Rhi," meaning "ardor" or "enthusiasm." It was popularized by medieval Welsh prince Rhys ap Tewdir and is associated with Rhys ap Arthur in Welsh mythology. Though traditionally more common in Wales, Rhys has gained international recognition due to its unique sound and historic significance.
Samad
Arabic name meaning "one who prays," popular among Muslims seeking to instill spirituality in their children, carried by historical figures like Indian politician Samad Beig and Islamic scholar Samad Al-Masri.
Shakiya
Distinctive African origin name derived from the Swahili word "shukrani", meaning thankful or grateful, reflecting appreciation and highly regarded cultural values worldwide despite its recent popularity.
Torren
Rare Spanish origin male name derived from the surname Torreño, meaning "tower", symbolizing strength and resilience.
Anniyah
Arabic origin that means "graceful" or "beautiful".
Blaise
Male given name of Latin origin, derived from the word 'blaesus', meaning 'stammerer'. It gained popularity through Saint Blaise, a Christian martyr and physician known for healing illnesses, particularly those related to the throat.
Braxton
American given name derived from an English surname originally given to someone who lived near narrow roads. Its meaning, "from the broad settlement," reflects its origin in Norfolk County, England. Toni Braxton, the famous R&B singer, has contributed to its popularity in recent decades.
Burr
Scottish-derived given name meaning "brown," originally used as a surname and nickname for individuals with brown hair or dark complexion.
Hayes
English name originally meaning 'hedge', but more commonly associated with the Irish surname Hayes, derived from 'O'Heyse' meaning 'followers of Saint Patrick'.
Jamelle
The name Jamelle has African roots from the Yoruba ethnic group, meaning "mother's heart" and symbolizing love, nurturing, and warmth.
Jilian
Jilian, a unique Hebrew name, signifies 'God is my judge' or 'God is my justice', tracing back to biblical times through Esau's wife.
Tarina
Slavic-origin name, derived from 'tara' meaning 'peace', signifying 'bearer of peace'.
Trystin
Uncommon Irish name of unknown origin, believed to mean 'descendant of Triathán', first used as a sept name in County Tyrone.
Yoseline
Distinctive Latin American female given name derived from the Hebrew name Josefa, meaning 'God will increase'. It's associated with the Virgin Mary through the devotion 'La Divina Pastora', and has historical significance in countries like Mexico and Venezuela.
Ardyth
Rare Scottish female name derived from the Gaelic word "ard", meaning "high".
Brihanna
Ancient Irish name derived from "Brid", meaning "exalted one". It signifies strength, power, and nobility, drawing from its historical roots and figures like Saint Brigid of Ireland.