Female first names since 1880.
TONYA
FemaleGreek feminine given name meaning "flower.
BROOKLYN
FemaleEnglish origin unisex given name meaning "from the brook", associated with New York City's vibrant borough of the same name and popularized by celebrities in recent decades.
PATSY
FemaleThe name Teig is of Irish origin, derived from 'tighe', meaning 'family'. Traditionally given to eldest sons, it honors lineage and has historical ties to legendary chieftain Teigue O'Cathasaigh.
KYLIE
FemaleAustralian name of Aboriginal origin meaning "boomerang," popularized by singer Kylie Minogue, though its usage predates her fame.
LAYLA
FemaleArabic female given name meaning "night beauty" or "dark-haired woman", derived from "layl" (night) and "jewel" or "beauty".
DELORES
FemaleUnique Spanish given name derived from 'dolor', meaning 'pain' or 'suffering', popular throughout history despite its somber origin.
TANYA
FemaleFemale name of Slavic origin, derived from the Greek name Tantalus and meaning "luxurious.
MAYA
FemaleUnique feminine name of Sanskrit origin, meaning "illusion" or "magic", reflecting enchantment and captivation.
ALISON
FemaleIrish name of Gaelic origin, Ailís, meaning "noble" or "proud," reflecting strength and dignity. It has been popular in Ireland for centuries and has since gained international recognition.
ARIANA
FemaleCharming Greek-derived feminine name meaning 'altitude' or 'air', popularized in recent years through pop culture, yet retaining its uniqueness due to historical rarity.
MIRIAM
FemaleHebrew name meaning "sea of bitterness" or "rebelliousness," but is often associated with Miriam, the supportive sister of Moses in the Old Testament.
MAXINE
FemaleLatin-derived feminine name meaning 'greatest', initially used as a masculine name but now popular among girls in English-speaking countries since the late 19th century.
MIRANDA
FemaleUnique feminine name of Latin origin, meaning "admirable" or "wonderful", popularized by Shakespeare's play 'The Tempest' where Miranda signifies "wondrous beauty".
MAE
FemaleEnglish given name derived from 'may', referring to the month, first used in the Middle Ages. Its meaning varies but may relate to being 'greater' or 'born in May'. It was popular in Victorian England and remains a classic choice today.
MARIAH
FemaleHebrew female name derived from "Miriam," meaning "sea of bitterness" or "rebelliousness.
YOLANDA
FemaleFemale given name of Spanish origin, derived from Iolando which comes from the Latin name Iovianus meaning "of Jupiter," thus Yolanda could be interpreted as meaning "daughter of Jupiter" or "devoted to Jupiter.
LEONA
FemaleGreek feminine name derived from "leōn", meaning 'lion', symbolizing strength and courage.
CAITLIN
FemalePopular Irish girls' name derived from the ancient Gaelic word 'caitlín', meaning 'pure' or 'maiden'. It originated as a diminutive of Catherine but has since become established as a name in its own right, known for its sense of innocence and cultural significance.
JOCELYN
FemaleUnisex given name of French origin, derived from Germanic elements meaning "youth" or "young". It was first introduced into France by the Normans and originally used as a surname before becoming popular as a given name. Throughout history, it has been associated with nobility and royalty, and reached peak usage in English-speaking countries during the 1970s and 1980s.
CAROLE
FemaleFeminine name of French origin, derived from Charles meaning "free man" or "strong". First used as a female name in France during the Middle Ages, Carole gained popularity worldwide with notable figures like Carole Lombard and Carole King.
VICKIE
FemaleModern and distinctive female name derived from the English name Victoria, meaning "victory" or "victorious".
JOANNA
FemaleFeminine given name of Hebrew origin, derived from "Yochanan," meaning "God is gracious." It has been used throughout history and is associated with several notable figures, including Saint Joan of Arc and author Joanna Russ. Today, it remains popular among English-speaking countries.
CAMILA
FemaleLatin feminine given name meaning 'free born', derived from the Roman family name Camillus, which originally meant 'attendant' or 'helper'.
MADELYN
FemaleEnglish feminine name derived from 'Madeleine', which origins trace back to Germanic roots via French 'Mahault', meaning 'from Magdala'.
GLENDA
FemaleLovely feminine name of Welsh origin, meaning 'clean' or 'pure'.
MELODY
FemaleBeautiful and unique Greek name meaning "song" or "harmony", derived from the Greek word "melodia".
ANA
FemaleSpanish name of Hebrew origin, meaning 'grace' or 'favor'.
ZOEY
FemaleCharming Greek name meaning 'life', popularized by figures like Saint Zoe and the Twilight series.
BAILEY
FemaleEnglish surname turned given name that originally referred to someone in a position of authority or a fortified place.
MAKAYLA
FemaleNative American name of Sioux origin, meaning "my spirit is beautiful" or "beautiful spirit".
CECILIA
FemaleFeminine given name of Latin origin derived from the Roman family name Caecilius, which means "blind". It has been popular throughout history and across different cultures, notably due to Saint Cecilia, a 2nd-century Christian martyr whose feast day is celebrated on November 22nd. In England, the name began appearing in records as early as the 12th century and remains popular today, with variations including Cecile, Cece, Cici, and Zelie.
BRANDY
FemaleEnglish name derived from Old French 'brandewyn', meaning 'burnt wine', originally referring to a type of strong liquor.
MARGIE
FemaleDiminutive of Margaret, meaning 'pearl' in Latin.
DORA
FemaleFeminine given name of Spanish origin, derived from 'dorado', meaning 'gift' in Spanish.
AALIYAH
FemaleArabic name meaning 'exalted', popular among various cultures throughout history.
MARSHA
FemaleUnique American female name, derived from the English word 'marsh', meaning 'low, wet land'. It gained steady usage throughout the latter half of the 20th century.
ISABELLE
FemalePopular feminine given name with roots tracing back to the German name Adelheid through its Occitan form Izabel. Derived from 'adal', meaning noble, and 'heid', meaning kind or sort, Isabelle translates as "noble kind". It gained popularity during medieval France via Norman invaders and was further popularized by Queen Isabella of France in the 14th century. Throughout history, notable figures such as Isabelle of Angoulême and Isabella di Morra have borne this name, which remains globally popular today.
ADA
FemaleLatin-derived name meaning 'noble', popularized by Ada Lovelace, the world's first computer programmer.
HATTIE
FemaleCharming English name derived from Harriet, meaning 'home ruler' or 'strong in power'.
ALEXANDRIA
FemaleCaptivating Greek-derived female name meaning 'defender of humankind', inspired by the ancient Egyptian city founded by Alexander the Great.