Ella
An Old German name, this means “other, foreign.”
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Roxie
A Persian name, this means “dawn.”
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Lenora
This name is another version of the name Helen.
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Lila
This name has Arabic origins and means “night.”
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Emma
Hugely popular in the 1880’s and beyond, this name is enjoying a rebirth and is now one of the most popular names in the United States. Its meaning is “entire, universal.”
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Ruth
A Biblical name, this means “friend, companion.”
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Clara
A Latin name, this means “famous, brilliant.” Another form of this name is Claire.
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Beatrice
The floral Flora remains less well used but is no less likable than many of her old lady name sisters. The name of the Roman goddess of flowers makes a fresher choice than Lily, Rose, or other flowery sisters (and the related Florence is preparing for a comeback too).
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Stella
Meaning “star,” this name’s origin is Latin.
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Hannah
This name was popular generations ago and is hugely popular now. It is a Hebrew name that means “favored grace.”
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