Female first names since 1880.
MAMIE
FemaleFrench-derived given name, originating from the affectionate term 'maman' meaning mother, popularized during the 19th century.
CASEY
FemaleIrish surname-turned-unisex given name meaning "watchful" or "vigilant".
ARIEL
FemaleUnisex name of Hebrew origin, meaning 'lion of God' or 'altitude', symbolizing strength, courage, and majesty.
MEREDITH
FemaleFeminine given name of Welsh origin, derived from Meredydd meaning 'great lord'.
KRISTI
FemaleFemale given name of Norwegian origin derived from the Greek word "Christos", meaning "anointed" or "marked". It has been used for centuries with notable figures like Finland's First Lady, Kristiina Niilonen.
VALERIA
FemaleFeminine given name of Latin origin, derived from the word "valere," meaning "strong" or "healthy." It was popular among ancient Romans and is still widely used today, often associated with strength, valor, and well-being.
BIANCA
FemaleItalian feminine name derived from the Latin word 'bianco', meaning 'white'. It gained popularity through historic literary figures like Boccaccio's character in 'The Decameron' and Shakespeare's 'The Taming of the Shrew'.
JANIE
FemaleDiminutive of Jane, which means "graced by God" and gained popularity through Lady Jane Grey. It became prominent in the late 19th century after appearing in Zora Neale Hurston's novel "Their Eyes Were Watching God," with Janie Crawford being a character symbolizing strength and independence.
REBEKAH
FemaleRebekah, of Hebrew origin, means 'to secure' or 'tie'; it's a biblical matriarch and still popular today.
KRYSTAL
FemaleFeminine name of Greek origin, meaning 'gold', associated with precious metals and minerals.
KELLI
FemaleIrish-origin name that gained popularity in English-speaking countries. It may derive from "Ó Ceallaigh," meaning descendant of early king Ceallach, or possibly from the Irish word "ceall" (church/monastery) or Welsh name "Cei" (victory). Today, Kelli is a common female name worldwide.
LUNA
FemaleCaptivating feminine name of Latin origin, meaning 'moon', and derived from the Roman goddess Luna.
MILA
FemaleFemale name of Slavic origin, meaning 'dear' or 'beloved'.
IRMA
FemaleGermanic name derived from Old Norse Yrma, meaning 'universal,' with notable bearers including French singer Irma la Douce and Canadian politician Irma Henderson.
KRISTA
FemaleScandinavian name derived from 'kristr', meaning 'Christian'.
LILA
FemaleHebrew-origin feminine given name meaning "night" or "dark beauty", derived from the Hebrew word "lailah".
BEULAH
FemaleHebrew-origin female name meaning "married woman" or "wedded wife." Popularized by poet John Greenleaf Whittier in his poem "The Bride of Lebanon," Beulah symbolizes the ideal Christian wife and mother.
ADELINE
FemaleFrench feminine given name derived from Old German elements, combining 'adal' meaning noble and 'hild' meaning battle, signifying "noble battle".
CAMILLE
FemaleFrench female given name derived from 'camel', meaning 'freeholder', popularized through 18th-century literature like Bernardin de Saint-Pierre's novel 'Camille'.
SERENITY
FemaleEnglish female name derived from the Latin 'serenum', meaning 'clear sky' or 'calm'. It signifies peace and tranquility, making it a beautiful choice for parents seeking to imbue their child with harmony.
BELINDA
FemaleFeminine given name of Latin origin, derived from 'Belenos,' meaning 'bright, shining'.
SHELLEY
FemaleUnisex given name of English origin, derived from Old English words meaning 'bright meadow' or 'fair clearing'. It gained popularity in the mid-20th century due to its association with famous literary figures such as Percy Bysshe Shelley and Mary Shelley ('Frankenstein'). Today, Shelley remains relatively uncommon yet timelessly appealing for both boys and girls.
ELISE
FemaleLatin-derived feminine given name meaning "she is". Popularized by Charles Dickens' character Elsie, it's often associated with elegance and sophistication.
IVY
FemaleLatin-derived given name meaning ivy, the resilient climbing plant, popularized by Greek mythology and literature.
OPAL
FemaleStriking Greek-derived feminine name that signifies the precious opal gemstone, renowned for its brilliant shifting colors.
FAYE
FemaleEnglish name derived from Faith, meaning 'trust' or 'belief', but can also originate from Arabic Fatima, signifying 'one who removes obstacles'. It's been popular in literature since Dickens' Bleak House.
KRISTY
FemaleKristy, of English origin, is a variant of Christine meaning "follower of Christ," popularized by figures like Kristy McNichol and used in media such as Saved by the Bell.
ALBERTA
FemaleUnique Latin-derived female name meaning 'white', associated with purity and innocence, and historically popular among European nobility.
RAMONA
FemaleDistinctive female name of Spanish origin, derived from the Latin word "ramus" meaning "branch". Popularized through Helen Hunt Jackson's novel "Ramona", it signifies strength and resilience in Spanish-speaking cultures, though it does not have an inherent meaning beyond its etymological roots.
CHEYENNE
FemaleUnique female given name originating from the Native American Cheyenne tribe, translating to 'people of a different speech', reflecting their distinct language and culture.
FLORA
FemaleLatin-derived feminine given name meaning 'flower', originating from Roman mythology's goddess of spring, flowers, and fertility.
DELLA
FemaleElegant Italian-origin name derived from "della," meaning "of the.
JOSIE
FemaleHebrew name meaning "God shall increase," derived from Yosef, and has biblical origins, being the short form of Joseph.
JEANNETTE
FemaleFemale given name of French origin, derived from Jean, which means "God is gracious".
VERNA
FemaleLatin-derived female name meaning "fresh" or "springlike," symbolizing renewal and growth.
SANDY
FemaleEnglish name, often used as a nickname for Sandra or Alexandra, meaning "having sandy-colored hair" or derived from the Scottish surname Sandy. It is associated with warmth, friendliness, and approachability, and was popular in the mid-20th century.
LILIANA
FemaleLatin-origin name meaning 'lily', symbolizing purity and grace, first used in Europe during the Middle Ages.
ADRIENNE
FemaleFeminine given name of Latin origin, meaning 'resident near water' or 'water dweller', first appearing in France during the Middle Ages as a feminine form of Adrian.
INEZ
FemaleCaptivating female name derived from the Latin 'inaequalis', meaning 'unequal', traditionally given on Saint Inez's Feast Day (January 5th).
CANDICE
FemaleUnique feminine name of Latin origin, meaning 'white' and symbolizing purity, innocence, and brightness. It gained popularity through Voltaire's 18th-century novel "Candide" and has been associated with intelligence throughout history, as seen in prominent figures like actress Candice Bergen.