Female and male names most popular since 1880 - page 482.
Bay
Greek-origin name that means "to rejoice or celebrate," associated with the sacred bay tree of Greek goddess Hecate.
Bergen
Norwegian name derived from the Old Norse word 'berg', meaning 'mountain'.
Calysta
Unique Greek-derived female given name meaning 'beauty of the flowering lily', associated with the nymph Calista from Greek mythology who bore Zeus' son Zethus.
Cianni
Rare Italian female given name derived from "ciano," meaning "light blue" or "sky blue," and related to "cielo," meaning "sky." It may also be a variant of Gianna, meaning "God is gracious.
Courtny
Uncommon American given name with Irish roots, derived from the Gaelic 'cúirt' meaning 'court'. It's a variant spelling of Courtney and has no specific meaning beyond its association with courts or places.
Demone
Rare Latin-origin first name meaning 'demon' or 'spirit', giving it a powerful aura.
Hilmer
The male given name Hilmer is of German descent, originating from the Old High German word 'helm' meaning helmet or protector.
Katie
Popular English given name derived from Katherine, which has Greek roots meaning 'pure' or 'clear'.
Ksenia
Beautiful Russian female name derived from the Greek "Xenia," meaning "hospitality.
Latania
Distinctive Latin-derived girl's name, coined by Carl Linnaeus to represent the Lauraceae plant family, which includes avocados, laurels, and cinnamon trees. Despite lacking specific meaning or attributes, it holds historical significance in botany and has gained popularity recently due to its nature-inspired association.
Lesslie
Distinct Scottish name derived from Leslie, meaning 'garden of holly' or 'elm trees', typically used for males since the Middle Ages.
Lotta
Lotta, of Finnish and Swedish origin, means 'fight' and is gaining global popularity for its unique sound and warrior-like meaning.
Mardella
Italian-derived female name meaning 'jam' or 'marmalade', originating as a diminutive of Madonna without religious connotations. Rare yet captivating, it evokes sweetness and warmth.
Nikkolas
Greek name meaning 'victory of the people'.
Pedro
Spanish name derived from "pedra," meaning "rock" or "stone.
Quintrell
English given name derived from the Latin word 'quintus,' meaning fifth. It originated as an occupational surname for individuals working with horses or horse breeding in medieval England before transitioning to being used as a given name in recent times.
Raini
Captivating Hawaiian name derived from "rain," symbolizing nature's renewal and abundance.
Rei
Japanese unisex name derived from the kanji 令 meaning 'command' or 'order', reflecting ancient imperial titles and court hierarchy.
Sophia
Feminine given name of Latin origin, meaning wisdom, associated with ancient Greek goddess Athena, biblical virtue, and popular among European royalty in Middle Ages. It gained popularity in the U.S. late 20th century and has been consistently ranked among top ten girls' names since 2009.
Trebor
Ancient Welsh name meaning "man of Tregaron," derived from the elements "tref" (town/homestead) and "gŵr" (man). It was borne by notable medieval Welsh figures like Trebor ap Iestyn and remains a rare, culturally significant choice today.
Yari
Unique, Persian-origin unisex name derived from 'yazad', meaning 'divine being' or 'angel'. It symbolizes hope for divine protection in Zoroastrianism.
Zaven
Armenian name derived from 'zayin', meaning 'sword', symbolizing strength and courage.
Zonia
Greek-derived female name meaning "life", with historical ties to ancient Greek mythology and notable figures like suffragette Zonia Baber.
Adael
Hebrew name meaning "ornament of God" or "man of God", popular among Jewish families due to its biblical roots, but also used in various cultures worldwide.
Akiyah
Igbo-African name meaning "first daughter" or "one who brings light".
Alee
Hebrew name meaning 'ascending' or 'rising', symbolizing elevation and progress.
Bama
African name of Igbo origin meaning "born on Thursday," traditionally given to Nigerian girls born on that day.
Bubba
American given name derived from "brother-in-law" in Southern dialects, popularized by figures like Bubba Smith and Al Gore III. It evokes a friendly, approachable persona.
Cece
Latin-origin name derived from Cecilia/Cecilia, meaning "sixth". It's associated with Saint Cecelia, who was blinded but remained unwavering in her faith. Today, Cece stands alone as a unique given name or serves as a diminutive/nickname for longer names like Cecelia/Cecily.
Ezzard
Arabic name derived from 'izz, meaning 'powerful', with historical ties to Middle Eastern and African American cultures in the southern United States.
Gwendlyn
Welsh name derived from "gwen" meaning white/fair and "dyfn" meaning peaceful/smooth, translating to Fair and Calm.
Jeovany
Distinctive name derived from Hebrew roots, combining "Joel" meaning "Yahweh is God" and "John" meaning "God is gracious.
Johncarlos
Hispanic hybrid name combining classic English 'John' (meaning "God is gracious") and Spanish 'Carlos' (meaning "free man" or "strong").
Ledora
The distinctive Hebrew name Ledora means 'song' or 'melody', making it unique yet meaningful.
Lodema
Unique Igbo name from Nigeria, believed to mean "peaceful" or "calm", though translations may not be accurate.
Londyn
English name derived from the city London, meaning 'from the city of London'.
Marten
Dutch boy's name derived from Latin "Martinus," meaning "of Mars" or "dedicated to Mars.
Marvene
Rare and distinctive given name of unknown origin. It could be derived from Marine or Margaret, or created as a blend of Marine and Venice, potentially symbolizing a connection between the sea and metal. While its meaning and history are not well-documented, Marvene has been used for both boys and girls, particularly in France, and its gender association may depend on personal interpretations.
Maxene
Captivating female name with French Occitan roots, translating to 'the greatest' or 'most excellent'.
Myrtle
Greek-derived feminine given name, signifying the fragrant myrtle plant which symbolizes love and femininity.