Female and male names most popular since 1880 - page 959.

Rare yet elegant name of Greek origin, meaning "defender" or "helper," derived from 'alexein.' It was famously held by Byzantine Emperor Alexius I Comnenus (1081-1118), who protected Constantinople against Norman invaders.

Rare Latin-derived name that signifies "from Analusia," historically connected to ancient Roman province now known as Andalusia in Spain.

Anh Thu is a unique Vietnamese feminine given name, meaning 'Older Sister' (Anh) and 'Autumn' (Thu), reflecting harmony and balance.

Indian unisex name from Maharashtra, meaning 'famous' in Sanskrit.

Female Japanese name composed of 'asa' meaning morning and 'mi' signifying beauty, translating to 'beautiful morning'.

Unique Greek name derived from the goddess Athena, symbolizing wisdom, courage, and strategic warfare.

Distinctive Hebrew boy's name with unknown but personally interpretable meaning.

Unique Hebrew girl's name meaning "strong" or "powerful," associated with courage and resilience, inspired by biblical figures like Azaylah, daughter of Harim, known for faith, wisdom, and virtue during the rebuilding of the Temple in Jerusalem.

Rare yet elegant Irish name that means 'little drop of water' or 'speckled/freckled', associated with the goddess Brigid.

English origin, derives from Old French 'Britagne', meaning 'from Britain'. It was initially used as a surname for individuals hailing from Brittany in France, but later became popular as a girl's given name, notably during the late 1990s and early 2000s due to singer Britney Spears' fame.

Bernadette is a rare female given name of French origin that means "noble and brave".

Modern Scottish name derived from Gaelic elements meaning "brown hair with winding appearance".

American blended name derived from Catherine (Greek 'pure') and Anne (Hebrew 'grace'), popularized by Edna Ferber's novel "Giant".

Igbo name of African origin, meaning "God answers me," symbolizing divine intervention and protection.

Captivating Hebrew name derived from "charidah", meaning "song" or "poem". It signifies harmony, creativity, and musicality, reflecting the power of music in Jewish culture and tradition.

Distinctive Hebrew name meaning "to see or perceive," derived from the root word "chazar." It has a rich Jewish heritage, with notable references in the Torah. Today, it remains unique yet inspiring due to its meaning and history.

Vietnamese name meaning 'truth' or 'honesty', originating from the Dong Son period (79-269 BC) and popular among parents appreciating its unique sound and significant meaning.

Traditional Japanese feminine given name that signifies 'a thousand generations' or 'a thousand eras,' symbolizing timelessness and longevity.

African American name created in the late 20th century, derived from Christopher and Shonda, meaning 'bearer of peaceful Christ'.

Rare Latin-derived feminine name meaning 'green,' symbolizing nature's growth and renewal.

Unique Greek name meaning 'beautiful order'.

English given name of recent origin, derived from Middle English 'credense', meaning "belief". It gained popularity in the 1960s, possibly influenced by the band Creedence Clearwater Revival.

Distinctive French name with ancient roots, derived from the Phrygian goddess Cybele, symbolizing maternal power and wild nature.

Latin-origin feminine name derived from 'delores', meaning 'sorrowful'. It was popular among Spanish and Portuguese families but has been used worldwide.

Unique African name of Mandinka origin, meaning "to wait" or "to hope," often associated with patience and perseverance.

Unique African American name created by blending Deonte ("tenth") and Antwan ("strong like a flower").

Unique Welsh name derived from "Dafydd," meaning "beloved" or "dear.

Persian unisex name meaning 'calm' or 'serene', associated with tranquility and peace.

Beautiful Persian name meaning 'calm' or 'serene', popularized by American author Anne Rice in her Vampire Chronicles series.

Italian origin, means "gift" or "present" and was popular among medieval nobility and wealthy merchants in Italy. It is still considered rare but distinctive today. Notably, the famous Italian poet Dante Alighieri's birth name was Durante, a variant of Duante.

Captivating name of unknown origin, with no universally agreed-upon meaning, but often associated with words like "light" due to phonetic similarity. Despite its lack of historical context, Elliona has gained popularity in recent years as parents seek distinctive names for their daughters.

Turkish feminine given name derived from the Arabic "Amina", meaning trustworthy or reliable, associated with intelligence and grace.

Rare Greek name derived from Mount Eryx in Sicily, meaning "high" or "elevated.

English given name of Germanic origin, derived from Old English 'feld', meaning 'open country' or 'field'. It was initially used as a descriptive term for rural dwellers before becoming a modern unisex name.

Scottish name derived from "Gille Eoghann," meaning "servant of St. John.

Unique, charming Scandinavian name derived from Hedda, meaning 'wide' or 'spacious', inspired by the Old Norse word 'hedr'. It gained popularity during the Victorian era and has since been embraced worldwide, particularly in France.

Arabic name meaning "lion," derived from the Arabic word "asad." It gained recognition through 18th-century Indian ruler Hyder Ali, known for his bravery, strategic skills, and just rule.

Unique Hebrew name meaning 'God is my salvation,' derived from the Old Testament prophet Isaiah.

Unique African given name derived from Igbo language, meaning "God has answered" or "answered prayer.

Unique Hebrew female name meaning "God's grace," originating from Hannah, mother of the prophet Samuel, symbolizing divine favor and strength.