Female first names since 1880.

#41

KATHERINE

Female

Feminine given name of Greek origin meaning 'pure'.

#42

EVELYN

Female

Evelyn, of English origin, means "elf new" or "noble new".

#43

BRENDA

Female

Brenda is of English origin, derived from the Old Norse name Brjannr meaning "sword" or "torch".

#44

PAMELA

Female

Feminine given name of Latin origin, derived from "pamellus" meaning 'small pastry'.

#45

FRANCES

Female

Latin-derived name meaning "free man" or "from France".

#46

NICOLE

Female

Feminine given name of Latin origin that means 'victory of the people'.

#47

SAMANTHA

Female

American female name derived from Hebrew, meaning 'listener to God', popularized by a 19th-century novel and associated with the biblical prophetess.

#48

CHRISTINE

Female

Female given name of Latin origin, meaning 'anointed' or 'follower of Christ', popularized during the Middle Ages. It has been associated with notable figures like Saint Christine, a Christian martyr, and Christine de Pizan, an influential writer. Today, it remains popular in English-speaking countries and has appeared in various literary works.

#49

ALICE

Female

Germanic feminine given name meaning "noble," popularized by Lewis Carroll's novel, but predating it.

#50

RACHEL

Female

Hebrew-derived female given name meaning 'ewe' or 'lamb', associated with the biblical figure Rachel, wife of Jacob and mother of Joseph.

#51

MARIA

Female

Latin-origin feminine name meaning "sea of bitterness" or "rebelliousness".

#52

JANET

Female

Feminine English name derived from Latin "Johannes," meaning "God is gracious." It's a diminutive of Jane, which originated from John.

#53

CAROLYN

Female

English feminine given name derived from Carolus, which means 'strong' or 'freeholder', first used as a female name in the 19th century.

#54

MARTHA

Female

Aramaic feminine given name meaning 'lady' or 'female lord', popularized by the Bible's diligent servant Martha.

#55

DEBRA

Female

Hebrew name meaning "bees," derived from the word "d'vora." It was popularized by Deborah, a courageous prophetess who judged Israel in biblical times.

#56

MARIE

Female

Popular feminine given name of Latin origin, derived from the Hebrew name Miriam, meaning "sea of bitterness" or "rebelliousness," but also signifying "lady" or "exalted one." It has been widely used throughout history and across various cultures, with notable bearers including biblical figures like Miriam, sister of Moses, and Mary, mother of Jesus. The name gained popularity during the Middle Ages in Europe and has since been adopted by many saints, artists, writers, and historical figures.

#57

OLIVIA

Female

Feminine given name of Latin origin, derived from the male name Oliver which means 'olive tree'. It signifies peace and abundance.

#58

HEATHER

Female

The name Heather, derived from the Scottish wildflower, symbolizes good luck and prosperity in Scottish tradition, becoming popular worldwide since Victorian times despite its Scottish origins.

#59

GRACE

Female

Latin-derived feminine given name meaning 'charm' or 'elegance'.

#60

VICTORIA

Female

Latin-origin female name meaning 'victory' or 'victorious', popularized by Queen Victoria of the UK (1837-1901).

#61

DIANE

Female

Feminine given name of Latin origin, derived from "divus," meaning "heavenly" or "godlike." It was popularized by Diana, the Roman goddess of the hunt and moon.

#62

JULIE

Female

Charming French name derived from Julia, meaning 'downy-bearded youth', popularized during the Victorian era and associated with the month of July in some languages.

#63

JOYCE

Female

English female given name derived from 'joye', meaning joy or happiness, popularized by Irish novelist James Joyce's character in "A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man".

#64

ROSE

Female

Latin origin, means "rose," symbolizing love and beauty, and has been popular since the Middle Ages when it was inspired by the flower's widespread cultivation.

#65

JOAN

Female

Joan is of Spanish and Catalan origin, derived from Hebrew Johanan, meaning "God is gracious." Introduced to England in the Middle Ages, Joan historically was used for both boys and girls but is now predominantly associated with females. Its most famous bearer is Joan of Arc, a French heroine canonized as a saint by the Catholic Church.

#66

CHRISTINA

Female

Christina, of Latin origin, means 'belonging to Christ' and was first used as a female name in medieval England.

#67

LAUREN

Female

Feminine given name of Latin origin that means "laurel," symbolizing triumph and success in ancient Roman culture. It has been popular among English-speaking countries since the mid-20th century, with notable bearers including Lauren Bacall and author Lauren Child. Although sometimes considered unisex, Lauren is primarily associated with females.

#68

KELLY

Female

Irish origin, derived from the surname Ó Ceallaigh which means 'bright-headed' or 'fiery-headed'. It has gained worldwide popularity as a female given name since the late 19th century in the United States.

#69

JULIA

Female

Feminine given name of Latin origin, derived from the Roman clan name Julius, meaning "downy-bearded" or "youthful". It has been popular throughout history and associated with notable individuals like Julia the Elder and Julia the Younger in ancient Rome, as well as modern figures such as actress Julia Roberts.

#70

ANN

Female

Popular female name of Latin origin, derived from Hebrew 'Hannah', meaning 'grace' or 'favor'. It was introduced to England by the Normans in 1066 and has been widely used throughout history.

#71

LILLIAN

Female

Feminine given name of Latin origin, derived from "lilium," meaning "lily." It was popularized during the late Victorian era in England as a variation of Lily, later gaining prominence in the U.S. through figures like Lillian Gish and Lillian Roosevelt. Throughout history, people named Lillian have been associated with grace, elegance, and refinement. Today, it remains a popular classic yet unique feminine name.

#72

DORIS

Female

Greek-derived feminine name meaning "gift," popularized in the US during the late 19th century, with notable bearers including actress Doris Day and Nobel laureate Doris Lessing.

#73

JEAN

Female

Unisex given name of French origin, derived from the feminine form 'Jeanne' of John. It has been widely used throughout Europe and beyond for centuries, making it globally recognized. In France, Jean has traditionally been popular among boys, ranking often in the top ten annually due to its historical significance, with notable bearers including Joan of Arc. Internationally, Jean is known through figures like Jean-Jacques Rousseau and Jean Reno. In English-speaking countries like the U.S. and UK, Jean is more commonly used for girls, ranking among the top 1000 female names recently. The name has also inspired literary characters such as Jean Valjean in "Les Misérables," further solidifying its place in popular culture.

#74

HANNAH

Female

Hebrew name meaning 'grace' or 'favor', popularized by the biblical figure Hannah, mother of Samuel, and found in various cultures and literature throughout history.

#75

KATHRYN

Female

English feminine given name derived from Old Norse Katrín, meaning 'pure or clear'.

#76

JUDITH

Female

Judith: A Hebrew name meaning 'praise', famed for the biblical heroine who saved Bethulia from Holofernes' siege.

#77

MILDRED

Female

English name derived from "mīþ" meaning gentle and "hryð" meaning strength, translating to gentle strength.

#78

ANDREA

Female

Italian name of Greek origin, meaning 'manly' or 'mighty', composed of elements 'an-' meaning 'man' and '-dros' meaning 'courageous'. It has been used for both masculine and feminine throughout history, notably by Andrea Palladio, Andrea Doria, and Saint Andrew.

#79

CHERYL

Female

Feminine English given name derived from the Old German word "cheruskan", originally referring to the Cheruscans, an ancient Germanic tribe.

#80

MEGAN

Female

Welsh name meaning "gentle maiden.