Female and male names most popular since 1880 - page 641.
Agapita
Rare Latin-derived female name meaning 'love', popular in medieval times due to St. Agapita, but now nearly extinct.
Alahia
Uncommon name with uncertain Hebrew or Arabic roots, potentially signifying upward movement or achievement.
Ameliya
Latin-derived name meaning "lovely" or "beloved," popular among medieval European nobility and famously borne by Belgian novelist Amélie Nothomb.
Anthonette
Unique French feminine given name derived from Antoine, meaning "priceless" or "highly praiseworthy".
Arnesha
Captivating unisex name of African origin, derived from Swahili, meaning "the end of love" or "finishing with love.
Avion
French-origin given name derived from the word "avion" meaning airplane, reflecting progress and adventure while sounding modern and futuristic.
Breckyn
American-made given name, coined recently by parents seeking a distinctive moniker with no specific meaning or historical background.
Carliss
American given name created by author Stephen King for his 1983 novel "Christine." Though it has no traditional meaning or history, its association with popular literature makes it appealing to those seeking a distinctive yet recognizable name.
Chriselda
Chrisela is a rare German-origin name derived from "Christa," meaning "follower of Christ." It was popular among medieval English nobility but remains uncommon today, making it a unique choice with religious significance.
Cosima
Elegant Italian female name derived from the Latin word "cosmos," meaning "order" or "universe." It was originally used as an adjective for beauty and harmony before evolving into a personal name with historical figures like Empress Consort Sophie von Habsburg and Saint Cosmas. In literature, Cosima appears in Massimo Bontempelli's novel of the same name. Today, it carries a sense of sophistication and intelligence.
Dang
Distinctive Vietnamese name meaning 'appearance' or 'figure', traditionally given to boys with striking features, now popular for both genders worldwide.
Dashay
Exotic African name derived from the Ashanti people of Ghana, meaning "God has answered my prayer".
Deandrew
Unique Irish name composed of "Dean" (Irish: black dark) and "Andrew" (Greek: manly/strong).
Detrice
Rare French name meaning "death killer", originally popular in medieval France for brave warriors.
Ej
The name Ej has an uncertain origin but is believed to mean 'the child has arrived' in Igbo culture, symbolizing joy upon birth.
Esco
Rare, enigmatic name with no widely accepted origin or meaning, making it a unique choice.
Fortune
Latin-origin given name meaning 'luck' or 'good fortune', popularized during the Middle Ages in Europe as a symbol of hope for success.
Ghaith
Arabic-origin name derived from 'ghatha', meaning 'to support' or 'strength'. Historically, it's associated with one of Islam's 124,000 prophets.
Jordi
Catalan origin, derived from the Old Germanic 'Jorid' or 'Jordit', meaning 'famous' or 'renowned'.
Keaghan
Uncommon Irish male given name meaning "fiery little one" or "small flame," derived from the ancient Gaelic name Aodhagán, composed of 'aodh' (fire) and 'agan' (little).
Kelvin
Scottish name derived from "ceulien," meaning "from the narrow lands," associated with the Kelvin River and named after its Celtic god. It's also tied to Lord Kelvin, the 19th-century physicist who developed the Kelvin temperature scale.
Khira
Arabic origin unisex name meaning "kindness" or "goodness", signifying benevolence and compassion.
Kleigh
Modern American name, coined during the 20th century, blending Kyle (Scottish Gaelic "old woman" or "goddess") and Leigh (English "wood clearing"). It's unique and gender-neutral but more commonly used for girls. Despite its origins in strong female connotations, Kleigh doesn't have a specific meaning beyond those of its components. Today, it remains uncommon yet gaining popularity due to its distinctive sound and spelling.
Kove
Uncommon male given name of West African origin, specifically from Ghana's Ga-Adangbe people. Its meaning remains uncertain but may be connected to "kofi," Friday-born. It has historical significance and is still used in Ghanaian communities.
Lasheka
Captivating African American name derived from 'Oshun', the Yoruba river goddess of life and fertility, meaning 'she who rules over the river Oshun'.
Leza
Leza: A Basque origin name meaning "moonlight" or "reflection of the moon on water", historically popular among women in the Basque Country and now internationally recognized.
Lonetta
Distinctive American name from the Southern United States, coined in the late 19th century, potentially combining Scottish/Irish surnames with Greek letters, though its origin and meaning are uncertain.
Makila
Rare, distinctive Hawaiian name meaning 'rolling wave', symbolizing the power and beauty of the ocean.
Malania
Malania, of African or Hawaiian origin, signifies 'Mother has come home' or 'calm like the ocean', respectively.
Manas
Sanskrit name meaning 'mind' or 'intellect', associated with Lord Shiva in Hindu mythology and popularized by figures like Manasa Devi.
Manette
Distinctive French female given name believed to derive from 'manette', meaning 'handle' or 'lever'. Despite its unconventional origin, Manette has evolved into a captivating and meaningful name widely embraced across cultures.
Margaretann
Rare, Irish-origin female given name derived from 'Muireget' meaning 'pearl', popularized during the Victorian era in England.
Mccartney
Rare, Scottish-Irish surname of Gaelic origin, meaning "son of Arthur," derived from "Mac Artuir." It's known globally due to notable figures like Sir Paul McCartney and Linda Eastman McCartney.
Myca
The name Myca originates from Hebrew and means 'Who is like God?', inspired by the biblical prophet Micah.
Naeema
Arabic girls' name, derived from the word "na'ima" meaning "beauty".
Omarian
African name of Igbo origin meaning 'one who is like God', invoking protection from Odinani, the Igbo god of thunder.
Poseidon
Greek name meaning 'husband', carried by the powerful sea god known as the "Earth-Shaker".
Scotty
Unique and distinctive given name of Scottish origin that serves as a diminutive form of the Scottish surname Scott, meaning 'from Scotland'.
Telena
Captivating Greek-origin name derived from 'télos', meaning 'end' or 'goal'.
Thomasa
Latin-derived feminine variant of Thomas, meaning 'twin' in Greek.