Names that peaked in the 1880s
Peak year measured by share of U.S. births. A 1880s peak with a modern climb usually marks a revival name.
- EmmaFrom the Germanic element ermen or irmin, meaning "whole" or "universal," originally a short form of longer names such as ErmentrudeGerman#3
- HenryFrom the Germanic name Heimirich, "home ruler," built from heim ("home") and ric ("ruler, power")German#5
- WilliamFrom the Germanic Willahelm, composed of wil, "will, desire", and helm, "helmet, protection"English#9
- ElizabethDerived from the Hebrew name Elisheva, it is generally understood to mean "my God is an oath" or "my God is abundance", though the precise meaning is debatedHebrew#17
- SamuelFrom the Hebrew Shemu'el, interpreted as either "name of God" or "God has heardHebrew#18
- NoraA short form of Honora (from Latin honor) and of Eleanora and Leonora, long used as an independent name, especially in IrelandIrish#20
- JohnFrom the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning 'Yahweh is graciousHebrew#23
- LucyEnglish form of Lucia, the feminine of Latin Lucius, from lux, "lightLatin#24
- EllaA medieval Norman name from the Germanic element alia ("other"), later reinforced as a short form of names such as Eleanor, Ellen, and IsabellaEnglish#29
- CharlesFrom the Germanic word karl, meaning "free man", Latinized as Carolus and transmitted through French as CharlesFrench#48
- SadieOriginally an English pet form of Sarah, Hebrew for "princess" or "noblewoman", long since established as an independent nameEnglish#50
- StellaFrom the Latin stella, meaning "starLatin#52
- Clarabright, clearLatin#63
- AliceFrom Old French Aalis, a contraction of Adelais, itself from Germanic Adalheidis, the same root as Adelaide, meaning "noble kind" or "of noble characterFrench#65
- DaisyDaisy is an English name derived from the flower, symbolizing innocence and purityEnglish#75
- ArthurOf uncertain origin, often interpreted as 'bear man' or 'bear king' from Celtic elementsWelsh#87
- Lydiafrom Lydia, a region in Asia MinorGreek#92
- Carolinefree man, free womanFrench#96
- Georgiafarmer, earthworkerEnglish#99
- AnnaDerived from the Hebrew name Hannah, meaning 'grace' or 'favor'Hebrew#107
- CoraMaiden or daughterGreek#113
- Elizamy God is an oath, or God is abundanceHebrew#115
- HarrisonSon of Harry or son of HenryEnglish#116
- MaryOf debated origin, often interpreted as 'sea of bitterness', 'rebelliousness', or 'wished-for child', or from Hebrew 'beloved' or 'love'Hebrew#125
- GeorgeFarmer or earth-worker, from the Greek elements 'ge' (earth) and 'ergon' (work)Greek#126
- JuliaFeminine form of Julius, possibly meaning 'downy-bearded' or 'youthful'Latin#131
- EvaLife or living one, from the Hebrew name EveHebrew#134
- CallieMost likely a diminutive of Caroline or other names beginning with Cal- or Car-, itself derived from the Germanic element *karlaz* meaning 'free man'English#175
- AnnieA diminutive of Anne or Anna, meaning 'grace' or 'favor'English#182
- JesseA biblical name usually interpreted as 'gift' or 'God exists', from the Hebrew YishaiHebrew#184
- OliveOlive treeEnglish#197
- AdaA Germanic short form of names containing adal, "noble," such as AdelaideGerman#219
- OscarDebatedIrish#223
- EdwardEdward means 'wealthy guardian' or 'rich protector', derived from Old English elementsEnglish#224
- SimonHe who hearsHebrew#230
- HarveyBattle worthyFrench#251
- OttoWealth, fortuneGerman#277
- LenaDepending on origin, either a short form of Helena (bright, shining light) or from the Persian word for lotus flowerEnglish#279
- AdelaideOf noble kindGerman#289
- MaggiePearl, or child of lightEnglish#294
- NinaLittle girl, or gracefulSpanish#324
- HattieA diminutive of Harriet, itself the feminine form of Henry, meaning 'home ruler'English#334
- MartinDedicated to Mars, the Roman god of warLatin#335
- HelenaLight, torch, or brightGreek#363
- Matildamight in battleGerman#364
- ClarkClark is an English occupational surname meaning "clerk" or "scribeEnglish#377
- AugustusVenerable, majestic, or consecratedLatin#407
- LewisRenowned warriorEnglish#433
- Frederickpeaceful rulerGerman#435
- AsaHealer or physicianHebrew#483
- EdgarPossibly meaning 'blessed spear' or 'prosperity spear', from Old English elementsEnglish#486
- Edithprosperous in warEnglish#499
- EstellaStar, from the Latin 'stella' meaning starLatin#509
- AlonzoNoble, ready for battleSpanish#511
- FrankFree manGerman#513
- MosesDrawn out of the waterHebrew#515
- KateShort form of Katherine, meaning 'pure'English#520
- LottieFree woman or, more commonly, a diminutive of CharlotteEnglish#527
- NellieBright, shining oneEnglish#533
- LenoraLightEnglish#538
- DellaOf uncertain origin, possibly a pet form of Delia or Adela, or a short form of names beginning with Del-English#563
- AllieDiminutive of Alison, ultimately from Alice, meaning 'noble' or 'of noble kind'English#569
- LinaShort form of names ending in -lina, such as Carolina, or a variant of LenaArabic#572
- MinaOf uncertain originSanskrit#595
- FloraShe who bloomsLatin#607
- AlbertNoble and brightGerman#614
- RosaRose, the flowerLatin#652
- MyraMeaning uncertainEnglish#662
- BirdieLittle birdEnglish#670
- LillieA diminutive of Elizabeth, meaning 'God is my oath'English#675
- LouisaFamous warriorFrench#694
- MarthaMistress or lady, from AramaicArabic#712
- AmosBorne, carriedHebrew#730
- HughMind, intellect, or spiritGerman#732
- Enochdedicated, initiated, or trainedHebrew#746
- LettieJoy, gladness, or a diminutive of names like Letitia or LetticeEnglish#756
- HarryHome rulerEnglish#775
- LuellaFamous elfEnglish#778
- ElishaGod is salvationHebrew#788
- IraWatchful, vigilantHebrew#819
- JessieOriginally a pet form of Jessica, itself derived from the Hebrew name Yiskah meaning 'to behold' or 'God beholds'English#823
- BenShort form of Benjamin, meaning 'son of the right hand' or 'son of the south' in HebrewHebrew#843
- Magdalenaof Magdala, a village on the Sea of GalileeHebrew#849
- JohannaYahweh is graciousHebrew#869
- AbnerFather of light (Hebrew)Hebrew#874
- CasperTreasure bearer or treasurer, derived from a Persian word meaning 'keeper of the treasure'Persian#924
- ClareBright, clearEnglish#924
- EttaLittle oneEnglish#928
- JudsonSon of Judd, from the given name Judd, a short form of JordanEnglish#934
- ZoraDawn or daybreak, symbolizing new beginningsSlavic#968
- CordeliaOf uncertain originLatin#980
- Ephraimfruitful or double ash heap, from the Hebrew phrase 'Ephrayim' meaning 'double fruitfulness' or possibly 'doubly fruitful'Hebrew#988
- BlaineOf uncertain originScottish#991
- MattieGift of God (from Matilda) or diminutive of Matthew or MarthaEnglish#1,004
- BelleBelle means 'beautiful' in FrenchFrench#1,013
- EllenOriginally a medieval English variant of Helen, meaning 'torch' or 'light'English#1,062
- HarrietHome ruler, estate ruler, or little rulerEnglish#1,071
- HarleyFrom the hare's meadow or woodland clearingEnglish#1,081
- SimeonHe who hearsHebrew#1,091
- Turnersurname transferred to first name, originally referring to a worker who turns wood or metal on a latheEnglish#1,097
- MollieVariant of Molly, traditionally a pet form of Mary, the name of the mother of Jesus, whose ultimate meaning is uncertainHebrew#1,113
- IdaIndustrious oneGerman#1,120
- LuciusDerived from Latin 'lux' meaning 'light'Latin#1,128
- LucieLight, from the Latin word 'lux' meaning lightFrench#1,129
- AdelaNoble or of noble birthGerman#1,150
- SusannaLily or rose, from the Hebrew word for lilyHebrew#1,173
- WillResolute protectionEnglish#1,193
- WileyFrom an English surname derived from a place name meaning 'willow meadow'English#1,222
- MayOf uncertain originEnglish#1,229
- WestOne of the four cardinal directions, symbolizing the setting sun and the western horizonEnglish#1,252
- MonroeFrom the mouth of the Roe RiverScottish#1,260
- TillieOf uncertain origin, likely a diminutive of Matilda, which means 'mighty in battle'English#1,261
- EmilRival, eager, or industriousLatin#1,267
- AddiePossibly a short form of names beginning with Ad-, or from the Hebrew Adah meaning 'adornment'English#1,272
- HarrisSon of Harry, or possibly derived from the Old English 'here' meaning armyEnglish#1,297
- EmilieRival, eager, or industriousFrench#1,309
- HansGod is graciousGerman#1,323
- JanieGod is gracious, feminine diminutive of JaneEnglish#1,326
- GusShort form of Augustine, meaning 'great' or 'venerable'English#1,328
- GeorgieDiminutive of George or Georgia, meaning farmer or earthworkerEnglish#1,359
- AntonPriceless one or invaluable, from the Roman family name AntoniusLatin#1,388
- Georgianafarmer, earthworkerEnglish#1,417
- OrsonLittle bearEnglish#1,425
- ZackOf debated origin, possibly a short form of Isaac or Zachary, meaning 'God has remembered' (Hebrew) or a variant of JackHebrew#1,425
- LeanderLion man (from Greek elements leon 'lion' and aner 'man')Greek#1,459
- LutherFamous warriorGerman#1,459
- RossFrom the Scottish surname Ross, meaning 'headland' or 'promontory'Scottish#1,459
- LouellaCombination of Lou and Ella, often interpreted as 'famous elf' or 'light'English#1,467
- SmithA surname transferred to first name, meaning 'metalworker' or 'blacksmith'English#1,477
- Wilhelminaresolute protectorGerman#1,512
- EmmetDerived from an Irish surname, ultimately from the Old Irish personal name 'Imchad', meaning 'young warrior' or 'hero'Irish#1,554
- DeliaOf Delos, or from the Greek island of DelosGreek#1,561
- BentonSettlement in a bent grass meadow, or 'bent grass town'English#1,621
- NellThe name Nell is traditionally a short form of Ellen or Helen, meaning 'light' or 'torch'English#1,622
- HiramOf debated originHebrew#1,634
- AbbieDiminutive of Abigail, meaning 'joy of the father' in HebrewHebrew#1,652
- IsaOf uncertain originModern coinage#1,710
- EdsonSon of Ed (or Edward, Edwin)English#1,728
- FredrickPeaceful rulerGerman#1,728
- ZellaPossibly a feminine form of Zeke, a short form of Ezekiel, or a variant of Zelia, which may mean "zealous"English#1,733
- LucindaLight, derived from Latin 'lux, lucis' meaning lightLatin#1,747
- SalomonPeaceful, or derived from the Hebrew word for peace (shalom)Hebrew#1,753
- LennaOf uncertain originEnglish#1,758
- LeonoraLight or torchItalian#1,769
- DollyDiminutive of Dorothy, itself from Greek Dorothea, meaning "gift of GodEnglish#1,777
- MillyMilly is typically a diminutive of Mildred (meaning 'gentle strength') or Millicent (meaning 'strong in work'), but also used as a standalone nameEnglish#1,777
- AdahAdah is a biblical name meaning 'adornment' or 'beauty' in Hebrew, though some sources associate it with 'assembly'Hebrew#1,818
- CharleyFree manEnglish#1,826
- OrinOf uncertain origin, possibly derived from Irish Gaelic or Hebrew, or a modern invented nameIrish#1,852
- VallieDiminutive of Valerie or Valentine, meaning 'strong, healthy' from Latin valereEnglish#1,872
- CorneliusOf debated origin, likely from Latin 'cornu' meaning 'horn', but possibly from an Etruscan rootLatin#1,906
- SusieLily, rose, or simply a diminutive of SusanEnglish#1,911
- CoralA name derived from the precious marine coral, symbolizing vibrant color and beautyEnglish#1,927
- LulaA name of uncertain origin, possibly a diminutive of names like Louise or Luella, or from the Arabic word for 'pearl'Modern coinage#1,927
- FredShort form of Frederick, meaning 'peaceful ruler'German#1,932
- IrvinA variant of Irving, likely meaning 'green river' or 'fresh water' in Scottish GaelicScottish#1,932
- WhitWhite, or a short form of Whitman or WhitneyEnglish#1,942
- EleonoraA Latinate form of Eleanor, ultimately derived from the Provençal name Aliénor, meaning 'the other Aenor' or from the Germanic name Aldenor, meaning 'old north'Italian#2,002
- LemuelDedicated to GodHebrew#2,020
- EmileOf uncertain originFrench#2,091
- MinervaOf uncertain meaning, but associated with the Roman goddess of wisdom, arts, and warfareLatin#2,099
- PrudenceCautiousness, wisdom, or good judgmentEnglish#2,099
- Adelianoble, of noble kindGerman#2,117
- LizzieDiminutive of Elizabeth, meaning 'God is my oath'English#2,139
- FultonOne who lives near a fowl enclosure or bird hillEnglish#2,145
- HoseaSalvation or deliverance, from the Hebrew verb 'yasha' (to save)Hebrew#2,145
- ArizonaOf uncertain originNative American#2,153
- ZadiePossibly a variant of Sadie, which is a diminutive of Sarah, meaning 'princess'English#2,173
- TomA short form of Thomas, meaning 'twin' in AramaicHebrew#2,183
- IndianaLand of the IndiansEnglish#2,194
- RoscoeFrom a surname derived from Old Norse meaning 'deer forest' or 'roebuck wood'English#2,230
- EffieShort form of Euphemia, meaning 'well-spoken' or 'of good reputation'Greek#2,239
- OrrinOf uncertain originHebrew#2,258
- LaviniaOf uncertain originLatin#2,276
- LeonieLioness, derived from Latin leo meaning 'lion'French#2,276
- OllieDiminutive of Oliver, which likely derives from an Old French form of a Germanic name meaning 'elf warrior' or 'elf army'English#2,276
- JennieGod is graciousEnglish#2,298
- PollyA traditional English pet form of Mary, meaning 'beloved' or 'wished-for child'English#2,298
- AngusOne strength, or unique choiceScottish#2,363
- DoraA gift (from Greek 'doron' meaning gift)Greek#2,387
- RenaOf uncertain or multiple originsEnglish#2,387
- BowmanServant, or young attendantEnglish#2,390
- HartA surname transferred to given name use, derived from the word for a male deer, often symbolizing swiftness or grace, or from a place name meaning 'hill of the deer'English#2,390
- Woodsonson of Wood or son of the woodsEnglish#2,421
- AnaniasGod has been graciousHebrew#2,451
- IkeOne possible derivation is 'he will laugh' or 'laughter' as a short form of Isaac, but Ike also stands alone as a nicknameEnglish#2,451
- RoxyDawnEnglish#2,458
- Winnifredfriend of peaceWelsh#2,514
- EbenezerStone of helpHebrew#2,539
- MariusOf uncertain originLatin#2,539
- WillisSon of Will or descendant of Will, a medieval diminutive of WilliamEnglish#2,539
- SabinaA woman from the Sabine tribe of ancient ItalyLatin#2,564
- Hendersonson of HenryEnglish#2,604
- AdellaOf uncertain originEnglish#2,607
- Inausually a short form of names ending in -ina, such as Georgina or Christina, or possibly from the Irish name Ina meaning 'bright' or 'radiant'English#2,607
- BurkeDweller at the fortress or hill fortEnglish#2,641
- ElyThe name Ely is of uncertain origin and meaning, though it may derive from a Hebrew name meaning "ascension" or be a short form of Elias or ElijahEnglish#2,641
- HenriettaHome ruler or estate ruler, from the male name HenryEnglish#2,645
- LouFamous warrior (short form of Louis) or light (short form of Lucy)English#2,645
- Fritzpeaceful rulerGerman#2,718
- CarrieFree man or song of joy, of debated derivationEnglish#2,719
- EmelineRival, industrious, or eagerEnglish#2,751
- ArchOf uncertain originEnglish#2,765
- MillsSurname transferred to given name, meaning 'at the mills' or 'son of Miles'English#2,765
- EugeniaWell-born, nobleGreek#2,778
- NellaBright, shining one (diminutive of Helen or Eleanor)English#2,822
- MalindaA variant of Melinda, likely a blend of Melissa and Linda, meaning 'sweet' or 'pretty'English#2,859
- CliffFrom a surname derived from the Old English word for a steep slope or cliffEnglish#2,884
- ZaidaOf debated originArabic#2,895
- OttilieProsperity, fortuneGerman#2,933
- FredericPeaceful rulerGerman#2,941
- LavinaDerived from Latin, possibly meaning 'purity' or 'woman of Rome'Latin#2,957
- HansonSon of HansScandinavian#2,991
- LevinOf uncertain originEnglish#2,991
- ReasonReason, meaning "cause" or "explanation," used as a virtue nameEnglish#2,991
- TildenOf uncertain originEnglish#2,991
- LilliaA variant of Lilia, often considered a feminine form of William or derived from LilyEnglish#2,998
- MinnieOften considered a diminutive of Mary or Wilhelmina, or an independent name meaning 'beloved' or 'desired' in originEnglish#3,028
- AmonOf uncertain originHebrew#3,036
- ClaudeOf uncertain originLatin#3,036
- GeoA short form of George, meaning farmer or earthworker, from Greek geōrgosGreek#3,036
- SheppardOccupational surname for a shepherd, one who herds sheepEnglish#3,036
- MahaliaFat or plumpHebrew#3,067
- BartholomewSon of the furrowHebrew#3,089
- BaxterBakerEnglish#3,128
- DixonSon of Dick (a medieval nickname for Richard)English#3,128
- Enosman, human being, or mortal (Hebrew derivation is debatedHebrew#3,128
- HamiltonFrom the place name meaning 'crooked hill' in Old EnglishEnglish#3,128
- JimSupplanterEnglish#3,128
- Corneliaprobably derived from the Latin 'cornu' meaning 'horn'Latin#3,130
- SenaOf uncertain originModern coinage#3,130
- LucinaLight, bringer of lightLatin#3,167
- LuluOf uncertain originEnglish#3,167
- AugustaMajestic, venerableLatin#3,211
- AvieOf uncertain originEnglish#3,211
- AraOf uncertain originArabic#3,249
- Delinaof uncertain originEnglish#3,249
- RosettaLittle rose, or from the place name Rosetta (Egypt)Italian#3,249
- Noemiepleasing, delightfulFrench#3,296
- RhodaRose or rose blossom, from the Greek word 'rhodon'Greek#3,296
- EmmitOf debated originEnglish#3,314
- FannieFree oneEnglish#3,342
- MaudeOf uncertain originEnglish#3,342
- ArtShort form of Arthur, which is of uncertain origin but may mean 'bear' from Welsh 'arth'English#3,379
- ChristDerived from the Greek title 'Christos' meaning 'anointed one', translating the Hebrew 'Mashiach' (Messiah)Greek#3,379
- LarkinUnknown, possibly derived from the English surname Larkin, itself from a medieval diminutive of Lawrence or a variant of LarkEnglish#3,379
- KatherynPure, a variant of Katherine, derived from the Greek name Aikaterine, the meaning of which is debated but traditionally associated with the Greek word katharos meaning pureGreek#3,389
- LovinaOf uncertain originEnglish#3,389
- BranchA branch of a tree, or a person who lived near a branch of a streamEnglish#3,450
- Hyrumof uncertain origin, possibly a variant of Hiram meaning 'exalted brother' or derived from an Arabic term for 'sacred'Hebrew#3,450
- PascualOf or relating to EasterSpanish#3,450
- ProsperProsperity or good fortune, from the Latin verb prosperare meaning 'to cause to succeedLatin#3,450
- SimonaOne who hears or is heard, or God has heardItalian#3,459
- ElieGod is my helpHebrew#3,513
- JemimaOf uncertain origin, possibly Hebrew for 'dove'Hebrew#3,517
- JoellaGod is willingHebrew#3,517
- MaidaPossibly from a place name or a variant of MabelEnglish#3,517
- CelestiaHeavenly, of the skyLatin#3,577
- CarlotaFeminine form of Carl, meaning 'free man'Spanish#3,645
- Elenorpossibly a variant of Eleanor, a name of debated origin often associated with the Greek Helenē (torch or light) or the Provençal Aliénor (other Aenor)Modern coinage#3,645
- GustavStaff of the Geats or staff of the Goths, a name of debated derivationScandinavian#3,658
- OraOf uncertain originModern coinage#3,712
- RosyRoseEnglish#3,712
- MattGift of GodHebrew#3,757
- NevadaSnow-coveredSpanish#3,780
- AugusteMajestic, venerable, or consecratedFrench#3,848
- CelestinoHeavenly, of the skyItalian#3,848
- EbenStone or rock, also interpreted as 'building stone'Hebrew#3,848
- IsrealContender with God or God strives, a variant of IsraelHebrew#3,848
- AmalieWork or industriousGerman#3,903
- GeorgiannaFeminine form of George, meaning 'farmer' or 'earthworker'English#3,903
- RoxieEither a pet form of Roxanne, meaning 'dawn' or 'bright', or derived from the Persian name Roshanak, meaning 'little dawn'Persian#3,903
- AbbottSon of a abbotEnglish#3,949
- DocFormerly an occupational nickname for a doctor, or a short form of names beginning with Doc-English#3,949
- RufusRed-haired, red-complexionedLatin#3,949
- WilberResolute, brilliantEnglish#3,949
- DorcasA gazelle, a swift and graceful animalGreek#3,975
- EvelineDesired or wished for childEnglish#3,975
- RedmondRedmond is of debated originEnglish#4,050
- TheodosiaGift of God, from Greek words for god (theos) and gift (dosis)Greek#4,067
- MoseOf uncertain originHebrew#4,139
- ShepShepherd, one who herds sheepEnglish#4,139
- FerdinandBold peaceGerman#4,249
- GroverDweller by a grove or thicketEnglish#4,249
- HarlinOf uncertain originEnglish#4,249
- VannOf uncertain originEnglish#4,249
- NelleThe name Nelle is traditionally considered a diminutive of Eleanor or Helen, meaning "light" or "torch" (from Greek Helenē) or "God is my light" (from Hebrew via Eleanor)English#4,265
- SallieDiminutive of Sarah, meaning 'princess' or 'lady' in HebrewHebrew#4,265
- MathildaMighty in battle, or strength in warGerman#4,352
- LuminaLight, brightness, illuminationLatin#4,460
- ClementeMerciful, gentleItalian#4,539
- GabeGod is my strengthHebrew#4,539
- NapoleonOf uncertain meaningFrench#4,539
- BerthaBright, famousGerman#4,546
- DaisieIt is a variant spelling of Daisy, the name of the flower, which itself derives from the Old English 'dægesege' meaning 'day's eye'English#4,661
- MinnaOf uncertain originGerman#4,661
- ZadaOf debated originArabic#4,661
- Oleancestor's descendant or relicScandinavian#4,707
- AryOf uncertain originModern coinage#4,758
- AzelieAn elaborated form of Aza, possibly meaning 'strength' or 'power', or a French diminutive of Azélie, ultimately of uncertain originFrench#4,758
- ByrdieFeminine diminutive of Byrd, a surname or given name derived from the bird, suggesting a free-spirited or nature-inspired connotationEnglish#4,758
- RennaOf uncertain originEnglish#4,758
- FlorencioFlourishing, prosperous, or bloomingSpanish#4,857
- NilsSon of Neil or championScandinavian#4,857
- AlysNoble, of noble kindEnglish#4,878
- KatharineEach of the two, pureEnglish#4,878
- MatildeBattle-mighty, from Germanic words meaning 'might' and 'battleGerman#4,878
- TennesseeThe name is taken from the Cherokee town Tanasi, of uncertain meaningNative American#4,878
- VellaOf uncertain originEnglish#4,878
- AlidaOf uncertain originDutch#4,987
- EbbaStrength of a wild boar, derived from the Old Norse element 'ebbe' meaning 'boar'Scandinavian#4,987
- LillaOf uncertain originEnglish#4,987
- CassDiminutive of names beginning with Cass-, such as Cassander or Cassidy, or of Cassandra, meaning "shining upon man" in GreekEnglish#5,045
- EmelieRivalGerman#5,099
- ArmondOf debated derivationGerman#5,208
- CaptainDerived from the title for a leader or commander, but as a given name it is a modern coinage adopted directly from the English wordModern coinage#5,208
- JensGod is graciousScandinavian#5,208
- JessDiminutive of Jesse, which may mean 'gift' or 'God exists' in Hebrew, or of Jessica, coined by ShakespeareEnglish#5,208
- ManningSon of Mann or derivative of the Old English personal name MannEnglish#5,208
- IrenaMost likely derived from the Greek word "eirene," meaning peaceGreek#5,238
- JohannahGod is graciousHebrew#5,238
- FranzOf debated origin, possibly derived from the Germanic element 'frank' meaning 'free'German#5,399
- PryorDweller near a pear treeEnglish#5,399
- SolomanVariant of Solomon, meaning 'peaceful'Hebrew#5,399
- SumnerOne who summons, or an official who calls court to orderEnglish#5,399
- BinaOf uncertain originHebrew#5,410
- MameAn English diminutive of Mary, meaning 'bitter' or 'beloved'English#5,410
- EdaOf uncertain originEnglish#5,554
- NettieGod is graciousEnglish#5,554
- PhebeA variant spelling of Phoebe, meaning 'bright, radiant' in Greek mythologyGreek#5,554
- AlanzoVariant of Alonzo, which is derived from the Visigothic name Alfonso, meaning 'noble and ready'Italian#5,608
- ArlingtonSettlement of the people of Earling or settlement of the people of ÆrlEnglish#5,608
- GerritSpear strengthDutch#5,608
- RemusOf uncertain originLatin#5,608
- WebbOf uncertain origin, likely a transferred use of the English surname meaning 'weaver'English#5,608
- AlaExcellence or supremacy (Arabic)Arabic#5,722
- MargretA spelling variant of Margaret, meaning "pearlEnglish#5,722
- MathildeMighty in battleGerman#5,722
- OlenaLight, torch, or shining oneSlavic#5,722
- AmilOf uncertain originArabic#5,861
- EberOf uncertain originEnglish#5,861
- FullerOne who fulls (thickens and cleans) clothEnglish#5,861
- JobePersecutedHebrew#5,861
- NewtonNew townEnglish#5,861
- DaiseyA variant spelling of Daisy, from the flower name, symbolizing innocence and purityEnglish#5,917
- DelaDelightEnglish#6,116
- EuphemiaOf good reputation, well-spokenGreek#6,116
- LevinaOf debated originLatin#6,116
- MamieOf uncertain originEnglish#6,116
- Menaof uncertain originEnglish#6,116
- ElihuMy God is HeHebrew#6,143
- ElijaMy God is Yahweh, a biblical name of Hebrew originHebrew#6,143
- EsequielGod is my strengthSpanish#6,143
- Horacefrom the Roman family name Horatius, of uncertain origin, possibly EtruscanLatin#6,143
- ParleyOf uncertain originEnglish#6,143
- DeliahOf uncertain originEnglish#6,325
- EvalineA variant of Evelyn, ultimately from a Norman French diminutive of the Germanic name Ava, meaning 'desired' or 'life'English#6,325
- FannyOf uncertain origin, possibly a diminutive of Frances or from the Hebrew name HannahEnglish#6,325
- KatharinaPure, clearGreek#6,325
- SinaOf uncertain or debated originPersian#6,325
- ZoaUncertainGreek#6,325
- AshbyAsh tree farm or settlement, from the Old English elements 'æsc' (ash tree) and 'bȳ' (farm, settlement)English#6,446
- BlasOf uncertain originSpanish#6,446
- Dioniciofollower of DionysusSpanish#6,446
- WiliamOf uncertain originEnglish#6,446
- HarriettHome ruler, or estate rulerEnglish#6,546
- LeliaMost likely a variant of the name Leila, which means 'night' in ArabicArabic#6,546
- TildaShort form of Matilda, meaning 'battle-mighty' or 'strength in battle'German#6,546
- ViviaOf uncertain originLatin#6,546
- BudFriend, buddy, or palEnglish#6,803
- Gilesassociated with the Greek word for 'shield' or 'shield bearer'Greek#6,803
- Newta small, lizard-like amphibian, also a nickname for NewtonEnglish#6,803
- RasmusThis name derived from the Greek name Erasmus, meaning 'beloved' or 'desired'Scandinavian#6,803
- SamualGod has heardHebrew#6,803
- ZebGift of God, or possibly a short form of Zebadiah or ZebulonHebrew#6,803
- AddaOf uncertain originEnglish#6,838
- AnaiseOf uncertain origin, possibly a variant of Anais (from Hebrew Anna meaning 'grace') or a French elaborationFrench#6,838
- BessieDiminutive of Elizabeth, meaning 'God is abundance' or 'God is my oath'Hebrew#6,838
- BlancheWhite or fair oneFrench#6,838
- ChaneyOf uncertain originEnglish#6,838
- DessaOf uncertain originModern coinage#6,838
- NanaOf uncertain originModern coinage#6,838
- OlivaOlive treeLatin#6,838
- PheobeBright, radiantGreek#6,838
- ZitaLittle girl or seekerPersian#6,838
- AdeleneNoble, of noble kindEnglish#7,133
- ApoloniaFeminine form of Apollonius, derived from the Greek god ApolloGreek#7,133
- AramintaOften interpreted as a feminization of the Hebrew name Aram, or as a variant of Araminta, a name possibly coined in the 17th century from Latin elementsLiterary#7,133
- HonoraHonor, repute, dignityLatin#7,133
- KathrinePure, clearGreek#7,133
- MahalaTendernessHebrew#7,133
- MellieDiminutive of names beginning with Mel-, particularly Melissa and Melanie, or possibly a variant of MillieEnglish#7,133
- NedaCall, voice, or summons in Arabic and Persian, also associated with 'generous' in Slavic contextsArabic#7,133
- ReineQueen in French, a title of the Virgin Mary (Notre-Dame de Reine)French#7,133
- RosabelRose + fair, beautifulEnglish#7,133
- ZillahShadow, shadeHebrew#7,133
- AlbyPossibly a diminutive of Albert, meaning 'noble and bright', or a variant of Alby, from a place name meaning 'farmstead of a man named Ælfbēorht'English#7,194
- Benjimanson of my right handHebrew#7,194
- ClevelandFrom the name of a town in northern England, meaning 'cliff land'English#7,194
- Loftonof uncertain originEnglish#7,194
- ShadeOf uncertain originEnglish#7,194
- WorthyDeserving of respect or honorEnglish#7,194
- AmaOf uncertain originHebrew#7,491
- IlmaMeaning uncertainEnglish#7,491
- LinnieShort form of Linette, from Welsh llin 'flax' or a variant of Lynn meaning 'lake'English#7,491
- MaebelleForm of Mabel, derived from Latin 'amabilis' meaning 'lovable'English#7,491
- MoraOf uncertain originHebrew#7,491
- NeliaOf uncertain originEnglish#7,491
- AbieA short form or nickname for Abraham or Abel, occasionally used as a standalone given nameHebrew#7,679
- BlainOf uncertain originScottish#7,679
- BrownFrom the English surname meaning 'brown-haired' or 'brown-complexioned'English#7,679
- CalhounFrom a Scottish surname derived from a place name meaning 'narrow forest' or 'corner wood'Scottish#7,679
- GodfreyGod's peaceGerman#7,679
- GustaveStaff of the godsScandinavian#7,679
- Jepof uncertain originEnglish#7,679
- MatthewsGift of Yahweh or gift of GodEnglish#7,679
- MillardOf uncertain originEnglish#7,679
- ArminaOf uncertain originGerman#7,885
- DollieDiminutive of Dorothy, meaning 'gift of God'English#7,885
- Eleonoreof uncertain origin, possibly derived from the Provençal phrase 'alénor' meaning 'the other Aenor', or from the Germanic name 'Aldenor' meaning 'old north'French#7,885
- EvahOf uncertain originEnglish#7,885
- FlaviaGolden or yellow, from the Roman family name FlaviusLatin#7,885
- LoulaFamous warriorFrench#7,885
- MarillaPossibly a combination of Mary and the suffix -illa, or a variant of Marilla, a name of uncertain originEnglish#7,885
- OlivineFrom the olive treeEnglish#7,885
- SadaOf uncertain originJapanese#7,885
- AlbionWhite land, a poetic name for BritainEnglish#8,243
- CrockettSurnames often derive from a place nameEnglish#8,243
- ElonzoOf uncertain originSpanish#8,243
- HarmanOf uncertain originGerman#8,243
- MauryOf uncertain originEnglish#8,243
- RolloFamous wolfScandinavian#8,243
- ElminaThe meaning is uncertainEnglish#8,362
- EvalenaCombination of Eva and Lena, or a variant of EvelinaModern coinage#8,362
- LaliaOf uncertain originEnglish#8,362
- Mabellelovable, dearFrench#8,362
- RellaOf uncertain originModern coinage#8,362
- AdaleneNoble, of noble kindGerman#8,860
- BertieDiminutive of Albert (or Alberta), meaning 'noble bright'English#8,860
- CelieOf uncertain originLiterary#8,860
- DotShort form of Dorothy, meaning 'gift of God'English#8,860
- ElmiraOf debated originArabic#8,860
- EttieLittle EttaEnglish#8,860
- IzaOf uncertain originEnglish#8,860
- Lidaof uncertain originEnglish#8,860
- PartheniaOf uncertain meaning, possibly derived from the Greek parthenos (virgin)Greek#8,860
- BartonBarley farm or settlementEnglish#8,910
- DavieDiminutive of David, meaning 'beloved'Scottish#8,910
- FermanOf uncertain originEnglish#8,910
- IsomOf uncertain originEnglish#8,910
- LenShort form of Leonard, traditionally meaning 'brave lion' or 'lion-strength'English#8,910
- LorenzLaurel-crownedGerman#8,910
- MalShort form of names beginning with Mal- (eEnglish#8,910
- Wessof uncertain origin, possibly a shortened form of Wesley or a variant of WessexEnglish#8,910
- WinfieldFrom an English surname meaning 'friend's field' or 'field of a friend'English#8,910
- AmmaOf uncertain originHebrew#9,457
- AnnettaLittle Anne, meaning grace or favorEnglish#9,457
- BettieShort form of Elizabeth, meaning 'God is my abundance' or 'God is my oath'English#9,457
- DalliePossibly a diminutive or pet form of names like Dalia or Della, or an independent coinageEnglish#9,457
- IngaProtected by Ing (a Germanic god associated with fertility and peace)Scandinavian#9,457
- OrahLight (Hebrew)Hebrew#9,457
- OreliaOf uncertain originLatin#9,457
- BenjamenSon of the right handHebrew#9,714
- ChanceyOf uncertain originEnglish#9,714
- HartwellFrom the stag's spring or wellEnglish#9,714
- HuntOne who hunts, or a surname derived from the occupation of huntingEnglish#9,714
- IsamOf uncertain originArabic#9,714
- LafayetteFrom a French noble surname derived from a place name meaning 'the beech tree grove'French#9,714
- OrrenOf uncertain originIrish#9,714
- SidA short form of Sidney, which may mean 'wide island' or 'from Saint-Denis'English#9,714
- WoodThe name Wood means 'dweller in or near a wood' or 'forest'English#9,714
- AlmiraOf uncertain originArabic#10,107
- BertaBright, famousGerman#10,107
- FideliaFaithful, loyalLatin#10,107
- IzoraOf uncertain originModern coinage#10,107
- Jettieof uncertain origin, possibly a diminutive or variant of Henrietta or other names ending in -ettaEnglish#10,107
- LouannaCombination of Louise and Anna, often interpreted as 'famous warrior' and 'grace'English#10,107
- NettaOf uncertain originEnglish#10,107
- AlvaOf uncertain originEnglish#10,695
- BallardOf uncertain originEnglish#10,695
- BertBright, famousGerman#10,695
- CandidoWhite, bright, or pureItalian#10,695
- CasimiroOne who is known for destroying peace, or a proclaimer of peaceSlavic#10,695
- CaswellFrom a surname meaning 'watercress spring' in Old EnglishEnglish#10,695
- DellFrom the surname, itself from a place name meaning 'valley' in Old English, or possibly a short form of names like Adela or DelbertEnglish#10,695
- EpifanioOf uncertain origin, likely derived from Greek 'epiphanes' meaning 'manifest' or 'appearingSpanish#10,695
- FirmanDerived from an English surname, itself from the Old English personal name 'Færeman' meaning 'journeyman' or 'traveler'English#10,695
- Horatioderived from the Roman family name Horatius, of unknown meaningLatin#10,695
- LymanFrom a surname derived from a meadow or pastureEnglish#10,695
- OsbornDivine bear, from Old English elements meaning 'god' and 'bear'English#10,695
- Philoloving or belovedGreek#10,695
- Prattof uncertain originEnglish#10,695
- RadfordFrom the red ford, referring to a crossing over a riverEnglish#10,695
- RollyProbably a diminutive of Roland, meaning 'famous land' from Germanic elementsEnglish#10,695
- ToneyDerived from the Roman family name Antonius, meaning 'priceless' or 'of inestimable worthEnglish#10,695
- Yancyof uncertain originEnglish#10,695
- BellOne who lives near or works with bells, or a diminutive of Isabel or AnnabelEnglish#10,917
- DrusillaOf uncertain originLatin#10,917
- DulcieSweet, from the Latin word for sweetLatin#10,917
- EugenieWell-born, of noble descentFrench#10,917
- JerushaPossessed of a husbandHebrew#10,917
- LucretiaProbably derived from Latin lucrum meaning "profit, wealth," but the exact meaning is uncertainLatin#10,917
- MalissaVariant of Melissa, meaning honey bee in GreekGreek#10,917
- NoliaProbably a variant of Magnolia, a flower name, or a short form of names like FinolaEnglish#10,917
- BenaOf uncertain originEnglish#11,932
- DessiePossibly a diminutive of Desiree, meaning 'desired', or a pet form of names beginning with Des-English#11,932
- DortheaGod's giftGreek#11,932
- GraciaGrace, favorLatin#11,932
- Hassieof uncertain origin, possibly a feminine diminutive of names beginning with Has- or a nickname for HarrietEnglish#11,932
- Idellalikely a feminine form of the name Idel, itself possibly a variant of Ida meaning 'industrious' or 'prosperous'English#11,932
- LettaOf uncertain originEnglish#11,932
- LibbieDiminutive of Elizabeth, meaning 'God is my oath'Hebrew#11,932
- LouettaFamous warrior or renowned fighter, of debated originEnglish#11,932
- MedoraThe meaning is uncertainLiterary#11,932
- MissouriOf uncertain origin, possibly from an Algonquian or Sioux word meaning "people of the big canoes" or "wooden canoesModern coinage#11,932
- PearlaPearla is likely a variant of Pearl, referring to the gemstone, symbolizing purity and preciousnessEnglish#11,932
- Rettaof uncertain originEnglish#11,932
- RillaOf uncertain originEnglish#11,932
- SulaOf uncertain originIrish#11,932
- VinaOne concise sentence is not possibleEnglish#11,932
- ZaideeVariant of Zayda or Zada, possibly from Arabic 'sa'ada' meaning 'fortunate, prosperous' or as a feminine form of ZaydArabic#11,932
- AbUsually a short form of Abraham, meaning 'father of many' or 'father of a multitude,' though the etymology of Abraham itself is uncertainHebrew#12,008
- Anatolefrom the Greek 'anatolē', meaning 'sunrise' or 'east'Greek#12,008
- BerryPlace name for a berry-producing shrub or fruitEnglish#12,008
- ChasShort form of Charles, meaning 'free man'English#12,008
- CiceroOf uncertain meaning, possibly derived from Latin 'cicer' meaning 'chickpea'Latin#12,008
- Emettof uncertain originEnglish#12,008
- GarfieldFrom an Old English surname derived from a place name meaning 'triangular field' or 'spear field'English#12,008
- GravesOf uncertain origin, likely derived from an English surname referring to a grave or burial mound, or from the Old English word 'græf' meaning a trench or ditchEnglish#12,008
- JuliousOf uncertain origin, likely a variant of Julius, derived from the Roman family name Iulius, possibly meaning 'youthful' or 'downy-bearded'Latin#12,008
- LafeShort form of Lafayette, itself a French surname meaning 'beech tree'French#12,008
- LewShort form of Lewis or Louis, meaning 'famous warrior' or 'renowned in battle'English#12,008
- MarshFrom the English surname Marsh, meaning one who lived near a marsh or fenEnglish#12,008
- NorthA directional name meaning 'north', often chosen for its geographic or symbolic associationsEnglish#12,008
- OlafAncestor's descendant or heirloomScandinavian#12,008
- SolonOf uncertain origin, possibly derived from Greek 'solos' meaning 'wisdom' or from the name of the ancient Athenian lawgiverGreek#12,008
- ArahOf uncertain originEnglish#13,208
- GenieShort form of Genevieve, from the medieval French name meaning 'woman of the race' or 'white wave'English#13,208
- HilariaCheerful, joyousLatin#13,208
- LeannahOf uncertain originEnglish#13,208
- NolieDerived from Noelle or Magnolia, meaning 'Christmas' or 'magnolia flower'English#13,208
- SavillaOf uncertain originEnglish#13,208
- SophroniaOf sound mind, self-controlledGreek#13,208
- VinnieConquering, victoriousEnglish#13,208
- AllaOf uncertain meaningArabic#14,942
- AlminaOf uncertain originLiterary#14,942
- AlvenaPossibly a variant of Alvina, meaning 'elf friend' or 'noble friend' in Germanic roots, but the exact meaning is uncertainEnglish#14,942
- ArraOf uncertain originEnglish#14,942
- ArriePossibly a diminutive of names like Harriet or a variant of Ari, with uncertain independent meaningEnglish#14,942
- Belvaof uncertain originLatin#14,942
- BessProbably a shortened form of Elizabeth, meaning 'God is my oath' in HebrewEnglish#14,942
- DoniaOf uncertain originEnglish#14,942
- ElizbethOf uncertain originEnglish#14,942
- EtnaEtna is a place name referring to Mount Etna, the active volcano in SicilyItalian#14,942
- FloranceBlossoming, flowering, or prosperousEnglish#14,942
- LealaOf debated originModern coinage#14,942
- LucettaLight, from the Latin luxItalian#14,942
- LydaOf uncertain origin, possibly a variant of Lydia, meaning 'from Lydia' or 'woman of Lydia,' a region in Asia MinorLatin#14,942
- MartieOf uncertain originEnglish#14,942
- NollieOf uncertain originEnglish#14,942
- PersisPersian womanGreek#14,942
- SarrahVariant of Sarah, meaning 'princess' or 'lady' in HebrewHebrew#14,942
- SenoraOf uncertain originSpanish#14,942
- TenaOf uncertain originEnglish#14,942
- WilheminaResolute protectorGerman#14,942
- ZettaOf uncertain originEnglish#14,942
- ZonaOf uncertain originModern coinage#14,942
- AceyDerived from the English word 'ace', meaning 'one' or 'excellent', used as a nickname or given nameEnglishunisex
- AdelbertNoble, brightGermanboy
- AdlinePossibly a variant of Adelina or Adeline, ultimately from the Germanic element 'adal' meaning 'noble'Englishgirl
- AdolphNoble wolfGermanboy
- AdraOf uncertain originEnglishgirl
- Agnesschaste, pureGreekgirl
- AgustaPerhaps a variant of Augusta, meaning 'great' or 'venerable'Latingirl
- AgustusVariant spelling of Augustus, meaning "great" or "venerableLatinboy
- AileeneOf uncertain originEnglishgirl
- AlbertinaNoble, bright, or famousGermangirl
- AlbertusNoble, brightGermanboy
- AlceePossibly a variant of Alcée, which may be derived from Greek 'alke' meaning 'strength' or a French surname originFrenchboy
- AlcideOf uncertain originFrenchboy
- AlcieUncertainEnglishgirl
- AleckA variant of Alec, a short form of Alexander, meaning 'defender of men'Englishboy
- AlexinaDefender of mankindGreekgirl
- AlfElf or supernatural beingEnglishboy
- AlgernonmustachioedEnglishboy
- AlliceA variant spelling of Alice, meaning "noble" or "of the noble kindEnglishgirl
- AlmedaPossibly a feminine form of Almedo, itself from a Spanish or Portuguese place name or derived from Arabic al-madīna, meaning 'the city'Spanishgirl
- AlmediaOf uncertain originPortuguesegirl
- AlmonOf uncertain originHebrewboy
- AlmondFrom the nut-bearing tree, or perhaps a transferred use of the surnameEnglishboy
- Almyraof uncertain originArabicgirl
- AlonzaOf uncertain origin, possibly a variant of Alonzo or a feminine form of AlonzoSpanishboy
- AlpheusOf uncertain originGreekboy
- Alsonof uncertain originModern coinageboy
- AlthaOf uncertain originGreekgirl
- AltieOf uncertain origin, possibly a diminutive of Alta or a variant of AltheaEnglishgirl
- AlvahOf uncertain originEnglishboy
- AlvanDerived from the Hebrew name Elhanan, meaning 'God is gracious'Hebrewboy
- AlverHistorically obscureEnglishboy
- AlviaOf uncertain originEnglishgirl
- AlvyPossibly a diminutive of Alvin or a variant of Alvie, with uncertain meaningEnglishboy
- AlwildaOf uncertain origin, possibly meaning 'elf warrior' or 'foreign warrior'Englishgirl
- AlzinaOf uncertain originEnglishgirl
- AmbersOf uncertain originEnglishboy
- AmeyBeloved or friendEnglishunisex
- Ammieof uncertain originEnglishgirl
- AncelOf uncertain originEnglishboy
- AngeleMessengerGreekgirl
- Aniceof uncertain originEnglishgirl
- AnieOf uncertain originModern coinagegirl
- AnnerOf uncertain origin, possibly a pet form or variant of names like Ann or AndrewEnglishboy
- AnniceGraceEnglishgirl
- AnnyeVariant spelling of Annie, which is a diminutive of Ann, ultimately meaning 'grace' from the Hebrew HannahEnglishgirl
- AnthaOf uncertain originEnglishgirl
- AquillaOf uncertain origin, possibly a variant of Aquila, meaning 'eagle' in LatinLatinunisex
- ArdeliaOf uncertain originEnglishgirl
- ArgieOf uncertain originEnglishgirl
- ArkieOf uncertain originModern coinagegirl
- ArmeniaOf uncertain originLatingirl
- ArmildaOf uncertain originModern coinagegirl
- ArmindaArminda is a name of uncertain meaning, possibly derived from Latin or Spanish elementsSpanishgirl
- ArmintaOf uncertain originEnglishgirl
- ArtaOf uncertain meaningEnglishunisex
- ArteliaDiminutive of Artelia, possibly a variant of Artelia or a feminine form of Artelius, meaning uncertainEnglishgirl
- ArtieDiminutive of Arthur, meaning 'bear' or 'bear-like'Englishboy
- ArvillaOf uncertain originEnglishgirl
- AsberryOf uncertain originEnglishboy
- AsburyAsbury is an English surname derived from a place name meaning 'east fort' or 'eastern stronghold'Englishboy
- AttieOf uncertain originEnglishgirl
- AudaOf uncertain originArabicgirl
- AurillaMeans 'golden' in Latin, but also considered a variant of Ora or AureliaLatingirl
- AuthorOf uncertain originEnglishboy
- AuthurVariant of Arthur, of uncertain origin, possibly meaning 'bear' from Celtic *artosEnglishboy
- AxieDiminutive of Axel or, less often, of names beginning with Ax-Modern coinagegirl
- BaldwinBold friendGermanboy
- BamaOf uncertain originModern coinagegirl
- BartleyFrom the birch wood meadowEnglishboy
- BascomOf uncertain originEnglishboy
- BeckieShort form of Rebecca, meaning 'to bind' or 'to tie'Hebrewgirl
- BedfordBedford is an English surname and place name meaning "Beda's fordEnglishboy
- BenjamanVariant spelling of Benjamin, meaning 'son of the right hand' or 'son of the south'Englishboy
- BenjamineSon of the right handHebrewboy
- BernhardStrong as a bearGermanboy
- BertonOf uncertain originEnglishboy
- BesseProbably a pet form of Elizabeth, with unknown specific meaning independent of that nameEnglishgirl
- BethaShort form of Elizabeth, meaning 'God is my oath'Hebrewgirl
- BetseyGod is my oathHebrewgirl
- BiddieOf uncertain originEnglishgirl
- BirdA bird or a nickname for someone thought to resemble a birdModern coinageunisex
- BirdellaLittle bird (diminutive of Bird combined with the suffix -ella)Englishgirl
- BirdiaOf uncertain originEnglishgirl
- BirlOf uncertain origin, possibly a variant of Burl or a nickname from Middle English 'birlen' meaning 'to drink heavily'Englishboy
- BirtUncertainEnglishboy
- BirtieNickname or diminutive of Albert or similar names, often used as an independent given name in the late 19th and early 20th centuriesEnglishgirl
- BithaProbably a nickname or variant of Elizabeth or names ending in -beth, though its exact meaning is uncertainEnglishgirl
- Blanchwhite or fairFrenchgirl
- Blanchardwhite or fairFrenchboy
- BuddShort form of the name Buddy, meaning 'friend' or 'companion'Englishboy
- BulaProbably a feminine form of Bula, which may derive from an Irish or Scottish Gaelic name, or possibly a variant of Bela or Bella, but the exact meaning is uncertainEnglishgirl
- BunaOf uncertain originModern coinagegirl
- BurrelOf uncertain originEnglishboy
- BurtOf uncertain originEnglishboy
- ButlerOriginally a surname and occupational name for a servant in charge of the wine cellar, from Old French 'bouteillier' meaning 'bottle bearer'Englishboy
- ByrdOriginally a surname meaning "bird" in Middle English, used as a given name in reference to the graceful creatureEnglishunisex
- CaldoniaPossibly a feminine form of Caledonia, the Latin name for Scotland, thus "from Scotland" or "Scottish womanEnglishgirl
- CapA shortened form or nickname for names such as 'Captain' or 'Cap', often used as a given name with no independent meaning beyond its use as a diminutiveEnglishboy
- CapitolaOf uncertain originLiterarygirl
- CaroOften considered a short form of Caroline, ultimately meaning 'free man'Italiangirl
- CarraProbably an Irish surname or variant of Cara, meaning 'friend' or 'beloved'Irishgirl
- Carrya shortened form of Caroline or a variant of Carrie, often used as an independent given nameEnglishgirl
- CasShort form of Casper, meaning "treasurer" or "keeper of the treasury" via Persian originEnglishboy
- CatharineEach of the two pure onesGreekgirl
- CathernVariant spelling of Katherine, meaning 'pure'Greekgirl
- CathrineA respelling of Catherine, meaning 'pure'Greekgirl
- CenaOf uncertain originModern coinageunisex
- ChannieDiminutive of names beginning with Chan-, often a pet form of Charlotte or ChanningEnglishgirl
- CharleOf uncertain originEnglishgirl
- CharlottaFeminine form of Charles, meaning 'free man' or 'petite'Scandinaviangirl
- CharlottieA diminutive of Charlotte, meaning 'free man' or 'petite'Englishgirl
- CharlsVariant spelling of Charles, meaning "free man"Englishboy
- ChattieA diminutive of Charlotte or other names containing the element 'chat'Englishgirl
- ChauncyOf uncertain originEnglishboy
- ChessieOf uncertain originModern coinagegirl
- Chinof uncertain originModern coinageboy
- ChloraDerived from the Greek word khloros, meaning green or pale greenGreekgirl
- ChristenaOf debated origin, possibly a feminine form of Christian, meaning "follower of Christ," or a variant of ChristinaEnglishgirl
- ClarindaLittle Clare or bright oneEnglishgirl
- ClaudLame, limping, or of uncertain originLatinboy
- ClemShort form of Clement, meaning 'merciful' or 'gentle'Englishboy
- ClemieDiminutive of Clement or Clementine, meaning 'merciful' or 'gentle'Englishgirl
- Clemmaof uncertain originEnglishgirl
- ClevaOf uncertain originEnglishgirl
- Cleveshort form of Cleveland, often interpreted as 'cliff land' or 'land of cliffs'Englishboy
- Clevieof uncertain originModern coinagegirl
- CloraOf uncertain originEnglishgirl
- ClothildeFamous in battleFrenchgirl
- ClotildeFamous in battle, from Germanic elements *hlūd* 'fame' and *hiltja* 'battle'Frenchgirl
- ClydaOf uncertain originEnglishgirl
- ClytieA water nymph in Greek mythology, or possibly derived from Greek 'klytos' meaning famous, nobleGreekgirl
- ColonOf uncertain originEnglishboy
- ColumbiaThe feminine form of the Latin adjective meaning 'of Columbia,' referring to the United StatesLiterarygirl
- ColumbusOf uncertain meaningLatinboy
- Cordaof uncertain originEnglishboy
- CordellaLittle heartLatingirl
- CorneliousOf uncertain originLatinboy
- CorneluisThe name Corneluis is a variant of Cornelius, a Roman clan name that likely derives from the Latin 'cornu', meaning 'horn'Latinboy
- CornieDiminutive of Cornelius or Cornelia, derived from the Latin 'cornu' meaning 'horn'Latinunisex
- CreolaDerived from Spanish 'criollo,' meaning a person of European descent born in the coloniesSpanishgirl
- CressieProbably a diminutive of Cressida or a feminine form of Cress, possibly derived from the plant name cressEnglishgirl
- Crissiea diminutive form of Christina, meaning 'follower of Christ' or 'anointed one'Englishgirl
- CynthaVariant of Cynthia, meaning 'woman from Mount Cynthus'Greekgirl
- DarcusOf uncertain originEnglishgirl
- DeettaPossibly a variant of Deeta, itself a diminutive of names like Dorothea or Alida, or a modern coinage from Dee + ettaEnglishgirl
- DeforestFrom the forestEnglishboy
- DellarOf uncertain originEnglishgirl
- DelliaOf uncertain originEnglishgirl
- DelphaOf uncertain originEnglishgirl
- DennieDiminutive form of Dennis, meaning "follower of DionysusEnglishboy
- DezziePossibly a diminutive of Desdemona or a variant of DessieLiterarygirl
- DicieOf uncertain originEnglishgirl
- DicyUncertainModern coinagegirl
- DilliePossibly a pet form of names beginning with Dil-, such as Dilys or Delia, or a variant of DillyEnglishgirl
- DociaOf uncertain origin, possibly a short form of names such as Docila or a variant of Theodosia, meaning 'given by God'Englishgirl
- DockShort form of Dockery or used as a nickname from the word for a landing pierEnglishboy
- DoctorTitle meaning 'teacher' or 'learned person', used as a given name rarely and likely aspirationalModern coinageboy
- DolphNoble wolfGermanboy
- DolphusOf uncertain originEnglishboy
- DomitilaLittle tamed oneLatingirl
- DonacianoDerived from the Latin name Donatus, meaning 'given' or 'giftSpanishboy
- DonieLikely a diminutive or variant of names like Donna or Don, but of uncertain independent meaningEnglishgirl
- DoratheaGift of GodGreekgirl
- DorrOf uncertain origin, possibly a variant of Doran or a surname transferred to first name useEnglishboy
- DoshaOf uncertain originEnglishgirl
- DoshiaOf uncertain origin, possibly a variant of Dosia or a feminine form of DoshEnglishgirl
- DoshieUncertainEnglishgirl
- Dossieof uncertain originEnglishunisex
- Dozierof uncertain originEnglishboy
- DrucillaOf uncertain originLatingirl
- DruryOf uncertain originEnglishboy
- Duffof uncertain originScottishboy
- EasterDerived from the Old English name Ēastre, the name of a Germanic goddess of spring and dawn, whose festival was celebrated in AprilEnglishgirl
- EdShort form of Edward, meaning 'wealthy guard'Englishboy
- EddShort form of names beginning with Ed-, often Edward, meaning 'wealthy guard'Englishboy
- EdlaOf uncertain originEnglishgirl
- EdmoniaWealth or fortune, possibly from a feminine form of Edmund or EdmondEnglishgirl
- EffaOf uncertain originEnglishgirl
- EgbertBright edge of a swordEnglishboy
- ElbridgeOf uncertain originEnglishboy
- ElbyThe meaning of Elby is uncertain, though it may be a variant of Elbie, itself a diminutive of names beginning with El- such as Elbert or ElmerEnglishboy
- ElfieElf, or little elfEnglishgirl
- Elgieof uncertain originEnglishunisex
- ElizebethMy God is an oathHebrewgirl
- EllOf uncertain originEnglishboy
- EllarOf uncertain originModern coinagegirl
- Ellerof uncertain originEnglishgirl
- ElmireOf uncertain originLiterarygirl
- ElsiaOf uncertain originModern coinagegirl
- Elsworthof uncertain originEnglishboy
- EltaOf uncertain originEnglishgirl
- Elthaof uncertain originModern coinagegirl
- ElzaPossibly a variant of Elsa, which is a short form of Elizabeth, meaning 'God is my oath' in Hebrew, or a variant of Aliza, meaning 'joyful' in HebrewHebrewgirl
- ElzinaUncertainEnglishgirl
- ElzyOf uncertain origin, possibly a variant of Elsie or a diminutive of names beginning with El-Englishboy
- EmitOf uncertain originEnglishboy
- EmmerOf uncertain originEnglishgirl
- EolaOf uncertain originModern coinagegirl
- EphramOf uncertain originHebrewboy
- EphriamOf Hebrew origin, likely derived from the name Ephraim, meaning "fruitful" or "doubly fruitfulHebrewboy
- EppieOf uncertain originEnglishgirl
- EpsieOf uncertain originScottishgirl
- ErasmusBeloved, desiredGreekboy
- ErastusBeloved, lovelyGreekboy
- ErieOf uncertain originNative Americangirl
- ErlaProbably derived from Old Norse 'jarl' meaning 'earl' or nobleman, or a variant of ErleScandinaviangirl
- ErmiePossibly a pet form of Ermine or ErmaEnglishgirl
- ErminaOf uncertain originEnglishgirl
- ErmineOf uncertain originEnglishgirl
- ErnstSerious, earnest, or resoluteGermanboy
- ErvingSon of the boar or friend of the boarScottishboy
- Estefanacrown, garlandSpanishgirl
- EstieDiminutive of Esther, meaning 'star' in PersianEnglishgirl
- EthelbertNoble brightEnglishboy
- EthlynOf uncertain originEnglishgirl
- EthylNoble, of noble kindEnglishgirl
- EtterOf uncertain originEnglishgirl
- EuclidGlorious one or renowned, from Greek eu (good) and kleos (glory)Greekboy
- Eustacefruitful, good harvestGreekboy
- Ewinpossibly a variant of Ewen or Ewan, which likely means 'born of yew' or 'youth'Scottishboy
- EwingSon of Eoghann or Ewen, ultimately of uncertain derivation, possibly meaning 'born of yew' or 'well-born'Scottishboy
- ExaOf uncertain originModern coinagegirl
- FannyeA variant spelling of Fanny, which is a diminutive of Frances, meaning 'Frenchwoman' or 'free oneEnglishgirl
- Farleyof uncertain originEnglishunisex
- FelicieHappy, fortunate, or luckyFrenchgirl
- FelicitaHappiness, good fortune, or luckItaliangirl
- Ferdof uncertain origin, possibly a short form of Ferdinand or a variant of FerdGermanboy
- FestusJoyful, festive, or pertaining to a feastLatinboy
- Fieldingdweller at a field or from the fieldEnglishboy
- FinisThe name Finis means 'end' or 'boundary' in LatinLatinboy
- FledaOf uncertain originEnglishgirl
- FleetA fast-moving body of waterEnglishboy
- FlemOf uncertain originDutchboy
- FlemingA native or inhabitant of FlandersIrishboy
- FletaOf uncertain originEnglishgirl
- FloridaFeminine form of Floridus, from Latin flos meaning 'flower'Latingirl
- FloyUncertainEnglishgirl
- FountA spring or source of waterEnglishboy
- FountainDerived from the English word for a natural spring or water source, often used as a given name in the late 19th centuryEnglishboy
- FrancinaLittle Frenchwoman or free oneItaliangirl
- Fredericapeaceful rulerGermangirl
- FrederickaPeaceful rulerEnglishgirl
- FronaOf uncertain originEnglishgirl
- Froniaof uncertain origin, possibly a variant of Sophronia, which derives from Greek sōphrōn meaning 'self-controlled, prudent'Modern coinagegirl
- FronieDiminutive of Frances or Francine, meaning 'free one' or 'from France'Englishgirl
- FronnieLikely a diminutive of Frances or Veronica, but of uncertain direct meaningEnglishgirl
- GeneralA military rank title used as a given name, primarily in the United States during the 19th and early 20th centuriesEnglishboy
- GenevraPossibly a variant of Geneva, itself a place name from the Swiss city, or a feminine form of the Italian name Ginevra, meaning 'white phantom' or 'white wave'Englishgirl
- GeniaPossibly a short form of Eugenia, meaning 'well-born' or 'noble'Englishgirl
- GennieDiminutive of Virginia or Genevieve, sometimes used as a standalone nameEnglishgirl
- Georgannafeminine form of George, meaning "farmer" or "earthworker"Englishgirl
- GeorgeannaCombination of George and Anna, suggesting a feminine form of George, meaning 'farmer' or 'earthworker', paired with Anna, meaning 'grace' or 'favor'Englishgirl
- GerhardSpear strength or brave with the spearGermanboy
- GerogeThe name Geroge is a variant spelling of George, meaning 'farmer' or 'earthworker'Greekboy
- GertieDiminutive of Gertrude, meaning 'spear strength'Englishgirl
- GertudeOf uncertain origin, possibly derived from the Germanic elements 'ger' meaning 'spear' and 'trud' meaning 'strength', thus 'spear strength'Germangirl
- Gidof uncertain originEnglishboy
- GillA short form of Gillian (feminine) or Gilbert (masculine), also an independent name derived from a surname meaning 'servant of Jesus' in Scottish GaelicScottishboy
- Gilmanof uncertain originEnglishboy
- GovernorA title meaning 'one who governs,' used as a given name primarily in the United States during the late 19th centuryModern coinageboy
- GratiaGrace, favor, thanks (Latin)Latingirl
- GreenOne of the green color surname given to someone who lived near the village green or worked as a greenkeeperEnglishboy
- GreeneGreen, or dweller near the village greenEnglishboy
- GroveA name derived from an English surname or place name referring to a small wood or group of treesEnglishboy
- GundaOf uncertain originScandinaviangirl
- GussShort form of Augustus or Gustav, with the meaning of the longer namesLatinboy
- GustaOf uncertain originScandinaviangirl
- GustafStaff of the gods, or staff of the GeatsScandinavianboy
- GustavusStaff of the godsScandinavianboy
- GustieA diminutive of Augusta or Gustava, meaning 'great' or 'majestic'Englishgirl
- HandyOf uncertain origin, possibly a variant of the English surname Handy or a nickname related to the word 'handy' meaning skillfulEnglishboy
- HansfordEnglish surname meaning 'Hans's ford', referring to a river crossing associated with a man named HansEnglishboy
- HarrieOf uncertain originEnglishboy
- HarveDerived from the English surname Harvey, possibly meaning 'battle worthy' or 'blazing iron'Englishboy
- HarvyVariant spelling of Harvey, meaning 'battle worthy'Englishboy
- HeneryA variant spelling of Henry, ultimately derived from the Germanic name Heimirich meaning 'home ruler'Englishboy
- HenniePossibly a diminutive or pet form of HENRIETTA or HENRY, or a variant of HENNY, meaning "home ruler" or "estate rulerEnglishgirl
- HenryettaOf uncertain meaning, but likely a feminine diminutive of Henry, meaning "home rulerEnglishgirl
- HerbShort form of Herbert, meaning 'bright army' or 'illustrious warrior'Englishboy
- HermaOf uncertain originGreekgirl
- HermannArmy manGermanboy
- HerminaOf uncertain originGermangirl
- HettieDiminutive of Henrietta, meaning "home ruler" or "ruler of the householdEnglishgirl
- HettyDiminutive of Henrietta, meaning 'home ruler' or 'ruler of the household'Englishgirl
- HilleryOf uncertain originEnglishunisex
- HilmaOf uncertain originGermangirl
- HilmerA contracted form of names beginning with the Old German element 'hild' (battle) or 'hilm' (helmet, protection), with the meaning broadly 'famous warrior' or 'protector'Germanboy
- HjalmarHelmet-warrior or helmeted warriorScandinavianboy
- Hortonof uncertain originEnglishboy
- HoyOf uncertain originScottishboy
- HubbardOf uncertain origin, possibly meaning 'bright mind' or 'bear-brave' from Old English elementsEnglishboy
- HuldaSweet, lovable, or gracefulScandinaviangirl
- HuldahMole, weasel, or a type of burrowing animalHebrewgirl
- IcaOf uncertain origin, possibly a short form or variant of names like Iscah or IonaEnglishgirl
- IceyOf uncertain originModern coinagegirl
- IgnatzFiery one, or unknown (debated)Latinboy
- Imoof uncertain originEnglishgirl
- Indaof uncertain originEnglishgirl
- IshamuncertainEnglishboy
- IsolaThe name Isola is of debated meaningItaliangirl
- JabeOf uncertain originEnglishboy
- JasShort form of names beginning with Jas, such as Jason or Jasmine, or a variant of JazzEnglishunisex
- JeffieDiminutive of Jeffrey or JeffersonEnglishunisex
- JennetteGod is graciousEnglishgirl
- JepthaOf debated originHebrewboy
- JesseeOf uncertain originEnglishunisex
- JinnieOf uncertain originEnglishgirl
- JosiephineOf uncertain originModern coinagegirl
- KatharynA variant spelling of Katherine, meaning 'pure'Englishgirl
- KathernPure, clearEnglishgirl
- KathrinaA variant of Katherine, meaning 'pure' in GreekGreekgirl
- KathryneA respelled variant of Katherine, traditionally meaning "pure" from Greek katharosEnglishgirl
- KathyrnOf debated originModern coinagegirl
- KittieDiminutive of Katherine, meaning 'pure'Englishgirl
- KittyDiminutive of Katherine or Kathleen, often used as a standalone given nameEnglishgirl
- LabanOne interpretation is 'white' in Hebrew, though the exact meaning is uncertainHebrewboy
- LairdTitle for a Scottish landowner, equivalent to 'lord'Scottishboy
- LallaOf uncertain originEnglishgirl
- LauranceFrom Laurentum, an ancient Italian city, or from the Latin Laurentius, meaning 'man from Laurentum'Latinboy
- Laveniaof uncertain originEnglishgirl
- LavoniaFeminine form of Lavon, a name of uncertain origin, possibly a variant of Lavinia or a place nameModern coinagegirl
- LawranceFrom Laurentum, a city in ancient Italy, likely meaning 'laurel'Englishboy
- LawyerA lawyer is a person who practices lawEnglishboy
- LearOf uncertain originEnglishboy
- LeithaOf uncertain originModern coinagegirl
- Lelarof uncertain originModern coinagegirl
- LellaPossibly a variant of Lela, which is a short form of names like Ethel or a variant of LeilaEnglishgirl
- Lemof uncertain meaning, possibly a short form of Lemuel or a variant of LiamEnglishboy
- LemmaOne who is dedicated, devoted (derived from Arabic root l-m-m meaning 'to join, to gather')Arabicgirl
- LenzyOf uncertain originEnglishgirl
- LestaOf uncertain originEnglishgirl
- LetitiaJoy, gladnessLatingirl
- LiddieDiminutive of Lydia, meaning 'from Lydia' or 'Lydian woman'Englishgirl
- LigeLige is a short form of Elijah and may carry the meaning 'my God is Yahweh'Hebrewboy
- LilburnOf uncertain originEnglishboy
- LilleOf uncertain originModern coinagegirl
- LillerOf uncertain originModern coinagegirl
- LilliamPerhaps a variant of Lillian, derived from the Latin word for lily (lilium)Latingirl
- LillisOf uncertain originEnglishgirl
- LinnaOf uncertain originModern coinagegirl
- Lintonfrom the town or settlement of flaxEnglishboy
- LissieShort form of Elizabeth, meaning 'God is my abundance' or 'God is my oath'Hebrewgirl
- ListonOf uncertain originEnglishboy
- LithaOf uncertain originEnglishgirl
- LockieDiminutive of Lachlan, a name of Scottish origin meaning 'from the land of the lochs' or 'warrior'Scottishgirl
- LodaUncertainModern coinagegirl
- Lonof uncertain originEnglishboy
- LoniaOf uncertain originModern coinagegirl
- LonieDiminutive of various names, often from Leon or Alonzo, but also used independentlyEnglishunisex
- Lotaof uncertain origin, possibly a feminine form of Lote or a variant of Lotta or Lottie, diminutives of CharlotteEnglishgirl
- LottOf uncertain origin, possibly a short form of Lottie or a variant of LotEnglishboy
- LottaOf uncertain originScandinaviangirl
- LouisianaLand of Louis, named in honor of King Louis XIV of FranceFrenchgirl
- LouveniaBeloved friend or dear friend, likely a feminine elaboration of Louven or a variant of LovinaEnglishgirl
- LovettLittle wolf, or possibly a topographic surname for someone living near a small hillEnglishgirl
- LubyMeaning uncertainSlavicboy
- LucindyVariant of Lucinda, derived from Latin lux meaning "light"Englishgirl
- Ludaof uncertain originSlavicgirl
- LueRespelled variant of Lou, a diminutive of Louis or Louise, meaning 'famous warrior'Englishboy
- LuettaOf uncertain origin, Luetta may be a diminutive or elaboration of names like Lou or Luella, or a feminine form of LouisEnglishgirl
- LugeniaOf uncertain origin, possibly a feminine form of Lucius or a variant of EugeniaLatingirl
- Lularof uncertain origin, possibly a variant of Lula or Lula MaeModern coinagegirl
- LulieDiminutive of Louise or Lucy, meaning 'famous warrior' or 'light'Englishgirl
- Lumof uncertain originEnglishboy
- Lummieof uncertain origin, possibly a diminutive of names like Alum or a variant of LumModern coinageunisex
- LuraThis name is of uncertain origin and meaningEnglishgirl
- Lutieof uncertain originEnglishgirl
- LuvenaOf uncertain originModern coinagegirl
- Luveniaof uncertain originLatingirl
- LuvernaOf uncertain origin, possibly a feminine form of Luvern or an elaborated form of Verna, derived from Latin vernus meaning 'spring'Modern coinagegirl
- LuvinaOf uncertain originEnglishgirl
- LytleOf debated originEnglishboy
- MadoraOf uncertain originModern coinagegirl
- MagdelenaOf uncertain originHebrewgirl
- MahaleyOf uncertain origin, possibly a variant of Mahala, which itself is of debated origin, potentially a variant of Mahalia or derived from Hebrew meaning "tender" or "affectionEnglishgirl
- MahalieOf uncertain originEnglishgirl
- MaidieDiminutive of Maud, ultimately from Matilda, meaning 'battle-mighty'Englishgirl
- MalissieOf uncertain originEnglishgirl
- Malvinasmooth browScottishgirl
- Mamyeof uncertain originEnglishgirl
- ManceOf uncertain originEnglishboy
- MandaOf uncertain originEnglishgirl
- ManieOf uncertain originEnglishgirl
- ManlyManly or manlike, a virtue name from the English wordEnglishboy
- Margarethafrom the Greek word for pearl, though the name also absorbed associations from the Latin margaritaGreekgirl
- MargarettaA feminine form of Margaret, meaning 'pearl'Englishgirl
- MargeretA variant of Margaret, meaning 'pearl'Englishgirl
- MargetVariant spelling of Margaret, generally thought to mean 'pearl' from the Greek margaritesEnglishgirl
- MargreteOf debated origin, likely deriving from Greek margarites meaning 'pearl' or from a Persian sourceGreekgirl
- MargrettVariant of Margaret, meaning 'pearl'Englishgirl
- MargrettaA variant of Margaret, meaning 'pearl'Greekgirl
- MarianitaLittle Mary or little beloved, a Spanish diminutive of MariaSpanishgirl
- MarietteLittle Mary or belovedFrenchgirl
- MarindaEither a variant of Miranda meaning 'worthy of admiration' or a blend of Mary with names ending in -indaEnglishgirl
- MarrionVariant of Marion, a medieval diminutive of Mary, of debated origin but often interpreted as 'bitter' or 'sea of bitterness'Englishboy
- MatGift of God, derived from the Hebrew name MattityahuHebrewboy
- MataOf uncertain originSpanishgirl
- MathOf uncertain originEnglishboy
- MatieUncertainEnglishgirl
- MattyeA spelling variant of Mattie, itself a diminutive of Martha or Matilda, meaning 'lady' or 'battle-mighty'Englishgirl
- MaudA medieval form of Matilda, of debated meaning: either 'battle-mighty' from Germanic elements or taken from a variant of MagdalenEnglishgirl
- MaymeOf uncertain origin, likely a pet form of Mary or MargaretEnglishgirl
- MaymieEither a diminutive of Mabel, meaning 'lovable', or a variant of Mamie, a pet form of MaryEnglishgirl
- MedaOf uncertain originSlavicgirl
- MediaOf uncertain originEnglishgirl
- MellShort form of Melissa or Melanie, or a variant of MelEnglishgirl
- MellaOf uncertain originEnglishgirl
- MeltonSettlement or town in the middleEnglishboy
- MelvinaChief or smooth brow, of uncertain origin, possibly a feminine form of MelvinEnglishgirl
- MertieOf uncertain originEnglishgirl
- MertonPlace name derived from Old English, meaning 'settlement by the lake' or 'town near the marsh'Englishboy
- MethaOf debated originArabicgirl
- MettaOf debated originEnglishgirl
- Midaof uncertain originModern coinagegirl
- MignonDelicate, dainty, or cuteFrenchgirl
- Milasof uncertain originModern coinageboy
- MimaOf uncertain origin, possibly a short form of names like Jemima or a variant of MimìEnglishgirl
- MindaOf uncertain originModern coinagegirl
- MinieOf uncertain originEnglishgirl
- Minnetteof uncertain originEnglishgirl
- MinorThe younger, the lesser, or juniorEnglishboy
- MintaOf uncertain originEnglishgirl
- MintiePossibly a diminutive of Mint or a variant of Minnie or Minta, with the herb mint as an underlying associationEnglishgirl
- MirtieAnglicized form of Scottish Gaelic Muireall, meaning 'bright sea' or 'white sea'Scottishgirl
- MissieDiminutive of Miss, used as a pet name for a young girlEnglishgirl
- MittieOf uncertain originEnglishgirl
- ModenaOf uncertain originItaliangirl
- MontHill or mountainFrenchboy
- MoroniOf uncertain originModern coinageboy
- Mortimerdead water or still waterFrenchboy
- MossieDiminutive of names beginning with the element 'Moses' or possibly a variant of 'MaudEnglishgirl
- Myrtauncertain, possibly a feminine elaboration of Myrt- from the myrtle plant or a variant of MyrtleEnglishgirl
- MyrtieLittle myrtle, referring to the myrtle plantEnglishgirl
- NanGraceEnglishgirl
- NanieOf uncertain originEnglishgirl
- NannaOf uncertain originScandinaviangirl
- NannieGrace or favorEnglishgirl
- NarcissaThe name probably means 'daffodil' or 'numbness' in Greek, derived from the mythological figure NarcissusGreekgirl
- NarcissusDerived from the Greek mythological figure Narcissus, meaning 'numbness' or 'sleep' in Greek, but the name is strongly associated with the flower named after himGreekgirl
- NattieDiminutive of Natalie or Nathan, often interpreted as "born on Christmas day" or "giftEnglishgirl
- Nealieof uncertain originScottishgirl
- Nealyof uncertain originIrishgirl
- Necieof uncertain originEnglishgirl
- Nenagirl, little girlSpanishgirl
- NewellFrom a surname meaning 'new hall' or 'new house'Englishboy
- NezzieOf uncertain originModern coinagegirl
- NicieOf uncertain originEnglishgirl
- NimrodOf uncertain originHebrewboy
- NinnieOf uncertain originEnglishgirl
- NonnieDiminutive of Ann or other namesEnglishgirl
- OctaOf uncertain originLatingirl
- OctavieThe feminine form of Octavius, derived from Latin 'octavus' meaning 'eighth'Latingirl
- OdaWealthy or fortunate, or possibly a feminine form of OttoGermangirl
- OdesOdes is likely a surname transferred to first name use, ultimately from the Greek word for a lyric poem, but as a given name its meaning is not establishedEnglishboy
- Okeyof uncertain originEnglishboy
- OlineOf uncertain origin, possibly a variant of Olena or a feminine form of OleScandinaviangirl
- OlneyOf uncertain originEnglishboy
- OmahOf uncertain originModern coinagegirl
- OmieOf uncertain originModern coinagegirl
- OnieOf uncertain originIrishgirl
- OphaOf uncertain originHebrewgirl
- OrangeProbably derived from the name of the citrus fruit, but may also be an English surname or a variant of the name OrenEnglishboy
- OrillaOf uncertain originModern coinagegirl
- OrleyOf uncertain originEnglishboy
- OrlieProbably a variant of Orley, which may derive from an English surname meaning 'meadow of the orioles' or a place nameEnglishboy
- OrraOf uncertain originEnglishgirl
- OrvelOf uncertain originEnglishboy
- OrvisOf uncertain originEnglishboy
- OssieDiminutive of names beginning with Os-, or of OscarEnglishboy
- OtaOf uncertain originJapanesegirl
- OthellaPossibly a feminine form of Othello, which is of uncertain originLiterarygirl
- PairleeOf uncertain originModern coinagegirl
- PallieDiminutive of Pauline or Paula, derived from the Latin 'Paulus,' meaning small or humbleEnglishgirl
- ParaleeOf uncertain originModern coinagegirl
- Parileeof uncertain originModern coinagegirl
- ParleeProbably a variant of Pearl, meaning 'precious gem' or 'pearl', or possibly a surname transferred to given nameEnglishgirl
- ParriePossibly a variant of Perry, meaning 'pear tree' or derived from the French surname Perrier, but the exact meaning is uncertainEnglishgirl
- Parthenamaiden, virginGreekgirl
- PattieOne who is noble or of patrician rankEnglishgirl
- PaulitaLittle PaulaSpanishgirl
- PearleA variant spelling of Pearl, meaning the gemstoneEnglishgirl
- PearleyOf uncertain originEnglishunisex
- PearlyOne who resembles a pearlEnglishgirl
- Perleyof uncertain originEnglishboy
- Permeliaof uncertain originEnglishgirl
- PernieOf uncertain originModern coinagegirl
- Petronellasmall rock, little stoneLatingirl
- PhilenaLover of mankindGreekgirl
- PhilomeneBeloved, or possibly moon-relatedGreekgirl
- PinkThe name Pink is derived from the English word for the color or the flower, used as a given name only rarely and without a traditional semantic meaningEnglishgirl
- PinkeyOf uncertain origin, possibly a diminutive or variant of the color pink, or a respelling of Pinkie, a nickname from the early 20th centuryEnglishgirl
- PinkyOf uncertain originModern coinagegirl
- PleasDerived from the English word 'please,' used as a given name, possibly as a short form of Pleasants or a virtue nameEnglishboy
- PleasantOf uncertain originModern coinagegirl
- PlesOf uncertain originEnglishboy
- PlumaMeaning uncertain, possibly derived from the Spanish word for 'feather' or from the Latin 'pluma' meaning 'downy feather' or 'pen'Spanishgirl
- Pressof uncertain originEnglishboy
- PrimusFirst in rank or orderLatinboy
- ProctorAn occupational surname referring to a steward or manager, especially in a university or church contextEnglishboy
- RagnaCounsel or adviceScandinaviangirl
- RalieghThe meaning of Raliegh is uncertain, but it is likely a variant of Raleigh, which is derived from an English place name meaning 'roe deer's meadow'Englishboy
- RanOf uncertain originJapaneseunisex
- Rastusof uncertain originEnglishboy
- RefugiaRefuge or shelter, derived from the Spanish feminine form of Refugio, a title of the Virgin MarySpanishgirl
- ReinholdOne who rules with counselGermanboy
- RennieDerived from a Scottish surname meaning 'place of the alder tree' or 'marshland'Scottishunisex
- RettieUncertainEnglishgirl
- RiceOf uncertain originIrishboy
- RildaOf uncertain originEnglishgirl
- RindaOf uncertain originModern coinagegirl
- RobinaFeminine form of Robin, meaning 'bright fame' or derived from the bird robinEnglishgirl
- Roenaof uncertain originEnglishgirl
- RosenaRose, or a combination of Rose and names ending in -enaEnglishgirl
- RuffinRed-haired, or of red complexionEnglishboy
- RuffusRed-haired, of uncertain origin, possibly a variant of RufusLatinboy
- RuieOf uncertain originEnglishgirl
- RutherfordThe name means 'cattle ford' in Old EnglishEnglishboy
- SallyePrincess (diminutive of Sarah)Hebrewgirl
- SameulA variant spelling of Samuel, traditionally meaning 'God has heard' in HebrewHebrewboy
- SamulPossibly a variant of Samuel, meaning 'God has heard' in HebrewHebrewboy
- Seabornborn by the seaEnglishboy
- SebronOf uncertain originModern coinageboy
- SedoniaOf uncertain originEnglishgirl
- SeldonFrom a surname meaning 'valley of willows' or possibly derived from Old English 'sealh' (willow) and 'denu' (valley)Englishboy
- ShedrickUncertainEnglishboy
- Sieof uncertain origin, possibly a short form of names beginning with Sieg-Germanboy
- SimOf uncertain originEnglishboy
- SimpsonSon of Sim, a medieval diminutive of SimonEnglishboy
- Sindaof uncertain origin, possibly a diminutive of names like Lucinda or MelisendaEnglishgirl
- SquireOne who holds the rank of squire, a young nobleman attendant on a knightEnglishboy
- Stonewallof uncertain originModern coinageboy
- SudiePossibly a pet form of Susan or Susanna, ultimately derived from the Hebrew name Shoshannah meaning 'lily' or 'rose'Englishgirl
- Sussieof uncertain originEnglishgirl
- SwanBird name taken directly from the graceful waterfowlEnglishunisex
- SybillaGreek feminine form of Sibyl, a prophetess or oracleGreekgirl
- SylvaniaOf uncertain originLatingirl
- TaciePossibly a diminutive of Tacita, meaning 'silent' or 'quiet'Englishgirl
- TacyOf uncertain originModern coinagegirl
- TecklaOf uncertain originGreekgirl
- TeklaPraised, gloriousGreekgirl
- TelithaOf uncertain originModern coinagegirl
- TempieOf uncertain origin, likely a diminutive or variant of Temperance or TempestEnglishgirl
- Tennieorigin uncertainEnglishgirl
- TexannaA feminine coinage combining Texas and Anna, suggesting 'from Texas' or 'grace of Texas'Modern coinagegirl
- TexieOf uncertain originModern coinagegirl
- TheresiaOf uncertain originGermangirl
- ThirzaPleasantness or delight, possibly derived from the Hebrew name TirzahHebrewgirl
- ThorvaldThor's rulerScandinavianboy
- ThosA shortened form of Thomas, meaning 'twin' in AramaicEnglishboy
- ThresaOf uncertain originEnglishgirl
- ThulaOf uncertain originModern coinagegirl
- Thurlowof uncertain origin, possibly from a place name meaning 'Thor's hill' in Old English or 'thorn hill'Englishboy
- Thurmanof uncertain origin, possibly derived from the Old English elements 'thur' (giant) and 'mann' (man), or a variant of ThurmondEnglishboy
- Thursaof uncertain originEnglishgirl
- TilfordFrom a surname meaning 'Tila's ford' in Old EnglishEnglishboy
- TilmanOf debated originGermanboy
- TineyOf uncertain origin, possibly a diminutive of names ending in -tina or a nickname for ChristinaEnglishgirl
- TinnieA diminutive of Christina or Tina, often used as a nicknameEnglishgirl
- TinyOf uncertain originEnglishgirl
- TipOf uncertain origin, possibly a short form of Christopher or a nickname meaning "the tip" or "topEnglishboy
- TishiaOf uncertain meaningEnglishgirl
- TishieOf uncertain origin, likely a diminutive of names such as Lettie or Patishie, or a variant of TishaEnglishgirl
- Tobeof uncertain originEnglishboy
- TolbertBright fameEnglishboy
- TollieOf uncertain originEnglishboy
- Trannieof uncertain originModern coinagegirl
- TrellaOf uncertain originEnglishgirl
- TuraOf uncertain originModern coinagegirl
- VannieDiminutive of Van, often from names like Vanessa or VannaEnglishgirl
- VeniaOf uncertain originModern coinagegirl
- Venieof uncertain originEnglishgirl
- Vereof uncertain origin, possibly related to Latin 'verus' meaning 'true'Englishboy
- Vessieof uncertain origin, possibly a diminutive of various names containing the sound 'vess'Englishgirl
- VicieOf uncertain originEnglishgirl
- VictorineFemale diminutive of Victor, meaning "victor" or "conqueror"Frenchgirl
- VicyPossibly a diminutive or variant of names like Victoria or Vicky, meaning 'victory'Englishgirl
- VillaOf uncertain originModern coinagegirl
- VineyPossibly a diminutive of Lavinia or a variant of Vinnie, with no single agreed-upon meaningEnglishgirl
- ViniaOf uncertain originLatingirl
- Vinieof uncertain origin, possibly a diminutive of Lavinia or a variant of VinnieModern coinagegirl
- VistaView or prospect, from the Italian and Spanish word for a viewSpanishgirl
- VollieOf uncertain originEnglishboy
- VolneyOf uncertain originModern coinageboy
- WashShort form of Washington, meaning 'town of Wassa's people' or possibly 'settlement associated with Wassa'Englishboy
- WashingtonFrom an English surname meaning 'from the town of Wassinga'Englishboy
- WattShort form of Walter, meaning 'ruler of the armyEnglishboy
- WealthyRich, prosperousEnglishgirl
- WelthaOf uncertain originEnglishgirl
- WenzelSomeone from Wenceslaus, meaning 'greater glory' or 'more glory'Germanboy
- Wilhelminedetermined protector, from the Germanic elements 'will' (desire) and 'helm' (helmet, protection)Germangirl
- Willenaresolute protector, or a feminine diminutive of WilliamEnglishgirl
- WingDerived from the English word for a bird's wing, or possibly as a transferred use of a surnameEnglishboy
- WirtOf uncertain originEnglishboy
- WoodieWoodie is a diminutive of Woodrow, meaning 'row of houses by a wood' or 'dweller in the woods'Englishboy
- WorleyPossibly derived from an English surname, which itself may come from a place name meaning 'wood meadow' or 'enclosure by the wood'Englishboy
- YorkFrom the English city of York, meaning 'yew tree settlement'Englishboy
- Youngof uncertain originEnglishboy
- ZelphiaOf uncertain originEnglishgirl
- ZenasGift of Zeus, or of uncertain originGreekboy
- Zennieprobably a diminutive of names beginning with Zen-, such as Zenobia, or from the name ZenaEnglishgirl
- ZillaOf uncertain origin, possibly a diminutive or variant of names like Zillah, which may mean 'shade' or 'shadow' in HebrewHebrewgirl
- ZilphaOf uncertain origin, possibly a variant of Zilpah, a biblical name meaning 'drooping' or 'frailty' in HebrewHebrewgirl
- Zilphiaof uncertain origin, possibly a variant of Zilpah, a biblical name thought to mean 'drooping' or 'frail' in HebrewEnglishgirl