Female names most popular from last year - page 1719.
Waukesha
Rare yet significant Native American name derived from Potawatomi 'Waukonsha', meaning 'little water'.
Wauline
Rare French given name derived from 'avalhin', an Occitan word meaning 'little wave'.
Waunda
Wanda is a female name of Polish origin that means 'wayfarer' or 'traveler'.
Waunell
Rare Welsh given name derived from 'gwylan', meaning seagull, popularized during the Victorian era.
Wauneta
Distinctive American girls' name coined by Zane Grey in his novel "The Driftin' Cowboy." Its meaning, derived from Native American or Welsh-English elements, is 'white/light' or 'Gwen-Eva,' respectively. Despite its rarity today, it gained popularity mid-20th century and was famously held by golfer Wauneta Greene.
Waunetta
Rare American female name derived from the Welsh male name Huw, meaning 'hawk'.
Waunita
American name created by Zane Grey for his 1915 novel "The Rainbow Trail," with no specific meaning but recognized in some parts of the U.S.
Wava
Unique Hebrew name meaning 'unity' or 'connection', historically used among ancient Jews, though rare today.
Wavalene
Unique female name of African origin meaning 'one who brings light'.
Wave
Modern girl's name of recent origin, created as an alternative spelling of Wavelette, derived from the French word 'vague' meaning wave. It has gained popularity due to its appealing sound and association with water-related themes like fluidity and adaptability. Despite being new, it lacks historical figures or notable people named Wave, making it a completely original choice for parents seeking uncommon yet meaningful names. Its aquatic inspiration may appeal to those interested in marine life or water activities, while its phonetics lend themselves well to various nicknames such as Ava or Waive. Overall, Wave is a creative and modern name that evokes imagery of movement, grace, and harmony with nature.
Wavel
Czech boy's name derived from the word "vável" meaning 'to wave', historically significant and associated with notable figures like Duke Wavel II of Bohemia and Prague Castle.
Wavelene
Captivating African name derived from Swahili 'wavuleni', meaning wave or sea, embodying fluidity, adaptability, strength, boundlessness, and freedom.
Waveline
Unique Hawaiian name derived from 'wai' (water) and '-line', signifying a boundary related to water.
Wavelyn
Uncommon English name derived from the Old English word "wæfelm", meaning 'wave' or 'billow', and was likely used by Anglo-Saxons during their dominance in Britain.
Waver
Rare Welsh name derived from 'gwaedr', meaning 'to flow'. It honors legendary Welsh prince known for bravery and strategic prowess.
Waverli
Latin-derived name meaning 'strong' or 'healthy', associated with waves due to phonetic similarity.
Wavie
Uncommon first name of unknown origin and meaning, but its connection to water and waves lends it symbolic value related to fluidity and adaptability.
Waylan
Distinctive Scottish name derived from "Fionnlagh," meaning "fair hero." It's associated with legendary figures like Finn McCool and Wayland Smith, carrying historic strength and courage.
Wayna
Quechua-derived Native American name meaning "young" or "youthful", originally given to young Inca warriors for their bravery and potential leadership.
Wayne
English name derived from the Middle English word "wayn" meaning 'wagon' or 'cart,' originally used as a surname for those involved with vehicles before becoming popular as a given name, especially in the United States during the mid-20th century.
Wayneisha
Distinctive African-American feminine name with origins in both English and Hebrew elements, meaning "God is my promise to make carts".
Waynesha
Modern African American name coined during the late 20th century, with no explicit meaning but often interpreted as "woman from the wide meadow" or "life in the wide meadow", blending English and Hebrew influences. It gained popularity among African American communities during the 1970s and 1980s.
Wayneshia
African American feminine name created from combining Wayne ('champion') and Ishaa ('woman'), reflecting strength and uniqueness.
Waynetta
Distinctive American feminine name created by adding "-etta" to Wayne, derived from the Scottish surname Wainwright, meaning "wine maker".
Waynette
Rare American female given name created by author Edna Ferber in her novel "The Girls," with an uncertain meaning but interpreted as 'like Wayne' or 'little Wayne.'
Waynisha
Captivating African name of Yoruba origin from Nigeria and Benin, derived from "Iyanisha," meaning "God answers.
Wealtha
Originating from Old English 'wealth', meaning prosperity or abundance, Wealtha is a distinctive yet uncommon female name of English origin.
Wealthy
English given name derived from the Old English word 'wealþ', meaning wealth or property. It originated as a surname but has gained popularity as a first name in recent years.
Weam
Arabic name meaning 'imagination' or 'delusion', historically given to boys but now popular for both sexes.
Weatherly
Rare English given name derived from the surname Weatherley, which means 'weather clearing' and originates from Yorkshire, England.
Weda
Unique Sanskrit-derived name meaning 'knowledge,' popularized by ancient Indian scholars seeking wisdom for their daughters.
Wedad
Arabic female given name derived from "widayah," meaning "visitation." It holds historical significance as the name of a kind, generous companion of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and appears in Arabic literature celebrating love and virtue. Today, Wedad remains popular for its positive associations with kindness, generosity, and devotion.
Wedu
Ethiopian boys' name derived from the Amharic word 'wedaj', meaning 'to be born'. It holds significant cultural importance in Ethiopia and carries with it the joy and gratitude associated with childbirth.
Weeda
Unique, invented name of uncertain origin and meaning.
Weena
Distinctive Scottish Gaelic name meaning 'life', historically used as a title for Highland chieftains and popularized by H.G. Wells' novel "The Time Machine".
Wei
The name Wei, originating from ancient China, means 'encounter' or 'meeting', symbolizing interconnectedness.
Weida
Rare yet significant Chinese given name derived from the surname "威达" (wēi dá), meaning 'powerful reach'.
Wejdan
Arabic name derived from "wadaha," meaning "meeting place" or "gathering point.
Welcome
Welcome: An African-origin name derived from 'welcome', meaning hospitality; popularized among African American communities in the late 20th century.
Welda
Unique Scandinavian female name derived from "veldr", meaning "to rule".