Female first names since 1880.
BROOKE
FemaleEnglish feminine given name derived from Old English, originally used as a surname before becoming popular in the late 20th century. It means 'small stream' or 'brook'.
BEATRICE
FemaleFeminine given name of Latin origin, derived from "beatus" meaning "happy" or "blessed." It is associated with happiness, joy, and good fortune, and has been used throughout history, notably by Beatrice Portinari who inspired Dante's "Divine Comedy.
DANA
FemaleHebrew name meaning "song" or "melody," derived from the word "dunam." It has been used for centuries and was once associated with an Irish goddess of civilization.
MARION
FemaleFeminine given name of Latin origin, derived from the Roman family name Marinus or Marianus, which means 'of the sea'.
EILEEN
FemaleIrish feminine given name derived from 'Oileán', meaning 'island' in Irish Gaelic.
DEBBIE
FemaleEnglish female given name derived from David, meaning 'beloved', popularized in the mid-20th century and famously held by singer Debbie Harry and actress Debbie Reynolds.
IDA
FemaleGermanic female given name derived from Old Norse 'Íðr', meaning 'reed' or 'willow'.
SAVANNAH
FemaleNative American girl's name of Creek origin, meaning "flat tropical plain" or "treeless plain," popularized in the late 20th century due to its association with the natural beauty of the American South.
ELSIE
FemaleUnique English name with Germanic roots, meaning 'noble' or ' Mobility', popularized by its French form Adélaïde.
RENEE
FemaleFeminine given name of French origin, derived from Renée which comes from the Occitan name Renata. It means "reborn" or "given again".
REGINA
FemaleLatin female given name meaning 'queen' or 'royal'.
LYNN
FemaleUnique Welsh female given name derived from 'llyn', meaning 'lake'.
NAOMI
FemaleHebrew feminine given name derived from the word 'נָעֳמִי', meaning 'pleasantness'.
BERNICE
FemaleLatin name meaning "bringing victory," with a history of notable figures and royal associations, popularized in the U.S. during the early 20th century despite not being widely used until recently.
LYDIA
FemaleFeminine given name of Greek origin, meaning "from Lydia," an ancient region in present-day Turkey. It gained popularity during the medieval period due to its association with Saint Lydia, an early Christian convert mentioned in the Acts of the Apostles. Throughout history, notable individuals such as Claudia Lydia and singer-songwriter Lydia Mendoza have borne this name. In literature and popular culture, Lydia is a common character name, further contributing to its familiarity.
NORA
FemaleTimeless female name of Latin origin, meaning "honor" or "light," conveying dignity and elegance, popularized by Henrik Ibsen's character Nora Helmer in "A Doll's House.
KIM
FemaleKorean origin, meaning "gold" and symbolizing wealth and nobility. It's one of Korea's most prestigious family names and is also used as a given name for both girls and boys worldwide.
KRISTIN
FemaleNorwegian female given name derived from Old Norse "Krýsa," meaning "golden.
JO
FemaleDiminutive of Joseph, derived from the Hebrew Yosef, meaning "he shall increase" or "may he add," signifying growth and abundance.
GERTRUDE
FemaleHistoric Germanic female given name deriving from 'ger,' meaning 'spear,' and 'trud,' signifying 'strength' or 'war.'
LILY
FemaleThe name Lily originates from English and shares its name with the graceful and admired lily flower. It symbolizes purity and nobility, reflecting the innocence and elegance associated with lilies across many cultures.
LORETTA
FemaleElegant Italian female name derived from the Latin 'Laurus', meaning 'bay laurel', symbolizing victory and wisdom, and popularized during medieval Italy on St. Lawrence's Day, later associated with 'Our Lady of Loreto'.
ROSA
FemaleFeminine given name of Latin origin, derived from the word "rosa," meaning "rose." It has been associated with beauty and grace throughout history due to its floral namesake.
SYDNEY
FemaleEnglish unisex given name meaning "wide island," originally used as a surname but now popular for both boys and girls.
HAILEY
FemaleAmerican female given name coined by Grace Kelly for her daughter in 1982, potentially derived from 'hay field' or the male Irish name Haley meaning 'slender'. It gained popularity in the US during the late 1980s to early 1990s.
TARA
FemaleIrish name derived from "Teamhair", meaning 'throne' or 'hill'. In mythology, Tara was the Hill of the Kings where High Kings were crowned. It also holds significance in Hinduism and Buddhism as a female deity and savior respectively.
MOLLY
FemaleIrish and Scottish name derived from "Móir", meaning "sea" or "great". Originally a pet form of Mary, it has evolved into a distinct name with historical figures like Molly Pitcher and literary characters such as Molly Bloom in Ulysses.
ROBERTA
FemaleItalian feminine given name derived from the male name Roberto, which itself originates from the Germanic name Hrodebert. This name combines two elements: "hrod" meaning fame or renown, and "berht" meaning bright or famous. Therefore, Roberta signifies "bright with fame".
VIOLET
FemaleEnglish name of Latin origin, meaning violet flower, traditionally given to February-born girls due to the blooming season of violets. Throughout history, Violet has been associated with royalty, literature, and art, symbolizing faithfulness and constancy.
SOFIA
FemaleGreek-derived girls' name that means "wisdom.
CATHY
FemaleFeminine given name of English origin, meaning pure or clear, derived from the Latin name Catharina via its anglicized form Catherina.
BESSIE
FemaleEnglish name with Hebrew origins meaning "God is my oath," derived from the diminutive form of Elizabeth popularized in the 19th century as a nickname for young girls named Elizabeth.
CASSANDRA
FemaleGreek feminine given name derived from the mythical princess of Troy who had prophetic abilities but was cursed with disbelief. Its elements translate to "excelling man," reflecting intelligence and uniqueness.
JESSIE
FemaleUnisex English name derived from Hebrew Yochebed, meaning "God is my oath".
ANNETTE
FemaleFrench female name meaning 'grace', derived from Anne/Ana, and is popular historically.
LAURIE
FemaleScottish name meaning 'laurel' or 'bay tree', symbolizing victory. Historically used for both boys and girls, it gained popularity during the Victorian era and is now more commonly used as a female name.
KAITLYN
FemaleIrish female given name derived from Caítlín, meaning "beautiful daughter".
STACY
FemaleCharming female given name derived from the Greek "Anastasia," meaning "from Constantine" or "Constantinople.
JEANETTE
FemaleFrench-origin female given name with the meaning "God is merciful".
JEANNE
FemaleFrench feminine given name derived from the Hebrew "Yochanan," meaning "God is gracious.