Modern Revival baby names
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134 names
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- Elowen
Celtic
94From Cornish 'elow' (elm) combined with the feminine suffix '-wen' meaning fair or blessed. Associated with nature and woodland grace.
- Arlett
Celtic
92Derived from Irish roots meaning 'pledge' or 'oath', with connections to nobility and promise-keeping in Celtic tradition.
- Aloura
Celtic
92Feminine form of Alastair, from Scottish meaning 'defender' or 'protector'. May also relate to Old Irish 'ala' meaning noble.
- Vedh
Sanskrit
92From Sanskrit meaning 'knowledge' or 'wisdom', derived from the Vedas, ancient Hindu scriptures representing ultimate knowledge and spiritual truth
- Raife
Irish
84From Old Irish meaning 'little red one', associated with the rowan tree bearing bright red berries
- Jeriel
Hebrew
84God will lift up or exalt. A biblical name combining 'Jer' (God exalts) with the suffix '-iel' (God).
- Arish
Irish
84From Old Irish meaning 'little red one', associated with brightness and vitality in Celtic tradition.
- Baela
Celtic
84From Old Irish meaning 'little red one', associated with the rowan tree bearing bright red berries
- Citlaly
English
84From Nahuatl meaning 'star' or 'light'. Associated with celestial beauty and cosmic wonder in Aztec tradition.
- Ariv
Irish
84From Old Irish meaning 'noble' or 'kingly'. Related to the name Arivus, denoting leadership and dignity.
- Kallahan
Irish
84Descendant of Ceallachán, from ceallach meaning 'bright-headed' or 'warrior.' A traditional Irish patronymic surname adopted as a given name.
- Astella
Latin
84Little star, derived from Latin 'astrum' meaning star, with the diminutive suffix '-ella' creating an affectionate, delicate form
- Xochi
English
84From Nahuatl meaning 'flower'. Associated with Xochiquetzal, the Aztec goddess of fertility, beauty, and flowers in Mesoamerican mythology.
- Oday
Irish
84From Old Irish 'Ó Dea' meaning 'descendant of Dea.' Historically a patronymic surname used as a given name in modern Irish culture.
- Ahavah
Hebrew
84Hebrew word meaning 'love' or 'beloved.' A direct biblical term expressing deep affection and devotion.
- Ainoah
Irish
84From Old Irish meaning 'little red one', associated with the rowan tree bearing bright red berries
- Avreen
Irish
84From Old Irish meaning 'little red one', associated with the rowan tree bearing bright red berries
- Faelyn
Celtic
84From Old Irish meaning 'little red one', associated with the rowan tree bearing bright red berries
- Kina
Celtic
84From Scottish Gaelic, meaning 'fair' or 'beautiful'. Also associated with the sea and precious stone in some contexts.
- Areen
Irish
84From Old Irish meaning 'little green one' or 'little red one', possibly related to the rowan tree with its bright berries
- Marena
Celtic
84From Irish roots meaning 'of the sea' or 'of the lake', associated with water and marine imagery in Celtic tradition.
- Bellah
Hebrew
84From Hebrew 'Bella' meaning 'God's oath' or 'devoted to God', with the -ah suffix adding femininity and grace common in Hebrew naming traditions.
- Akhai
Celtic
84From Scottish Gaelic meaning 'small' or 'little', often used as a diminutive. Associated with strength and warrior spirit in Celtic tradition.
- Naissa
Celtic
84Possibly derived from Scottish Gaelic roots suggesting 'noble' or 'water spirit'. Modern usage reflects contemporary Celtic revival naming trends.
- Eizan
Irish
84From Old Irish meaning 'little red one', associated with the rowan tree which bears bright red berries
- Keena
Irish
84From Old Irish meaning 'little red one' or 'keen', also associated with the rowan tree which bears bright red berries
- Lulia
Celtic
84Diminutive form related to Lúile, with possible connections to light and radiance in Irish tradition.
- Preacher
English
84One who preaches or delivers sermons; originally an occupational name for a clergyman or religious speaker.
- Viara
Celtic
84Derived from Irish roots suggesting 'spring' or 'fresh', with poetic associations to vitality and renewal in Celtic tradition.
- Cahira
Irish
84From Old Irish 'ciar' meaning dark or grey, with feminine diminutive suffix. Associated with strength and mystery in Celtic tradition.
- Zeidy
Hebrew
84Grandfather in Yiddish. A term of endearment derived from the Hebrew word for grandfather, used affectionately in Jewish family contexts.
- Citlali
English
78From Nahuatl meaning 'star'. In Aztec mythology, Citlali represents celestial light and divine presence in the night sky.
- Fiadh
Irish
78From Old Irish meaning 'wild' or 'forest', associated with nature and wilderness in Celtic tradition
- Mabry
Celtic
78From Scottish surname tradition, possibly derived from Mabry/Mabrey, with roots suggesting 'son of' or related to Mabre, an old Scottish family name.
- Lahiam
Irish
76From Old Irish meaning 'warrior' or 'fierce one', with possible connections to the name Liam, denoting strength and boldness in Celtic tradition.
- Chetanna
English
76From Lakota meaning 'spirit' or 'ghost'. A name reflecting connection to the spiritual realm and ancestral wisdom.
- Nadxheli
Celtic
76Scottish Gaelic name with water and blessing associations, potentially linked to natural spirits and protective elements in Highland tradition.
- Lahian
Irish
76From Old Irish meaning 'little red one', associated with the rowan tree which bears bright red berries
- Lorelai
Literary
74Lorelai is primarily a literary name popularized by the German folk tale of Lorelei, a siren-like figure on the Rhine River. It may derive from Old High German elements meaning 'lure' or 'allure.'
- Wolf
Germanic
74From Old High German 'wolf', a powerful predatory animal symbolizing strength, wildness, and protection in Germanic tribes.
- Elisse
Celtic
74From Old Irish meaning 'little red one', also associated with the rowan tree which bears bright red berries
- Breonna
Irish
74From Old Irish 'Breó' meaning 'fire' or 'strength'. A feminine form related to the rowan tree and bright red berries in Celtic tradition.
- Falon
Irish
74From Old Irish meaning 'little red one', associated with the rowan tree which bears bright red berries
- Aliana
Celtic
72Likely a feminine form related to 'Aliana' or variant of Ailín, meaning 'bright' or 'fair' in Old Irish tradition
- Yaletzi
English
70From Nahuatl meaning 'moon' or 'night'. Associated with lunar symbolism and divine feminine energy in Aztec cosmology.
- Jodh
Irish
62From Old Irish meaning 'little red one', possibly derived from the rowan tree which bears bright red berries.
- Yurem
Celtic
62From Old Irish meaning 'little red one', referencing ruddy complexion or the rowan tree's bright berries.
- Hadara
Hebrew
62From Hebrew meaning 'splendor' or 'glory', associated with beauty and radiance in Jewish tradition.
- Endrik
Irish
62From Old Irish 'enrick', a diminutive form related to 'Heinrich' meaning 'home ruler', blended with Celtic traditions.
- Adiv
Hebrew
62From Hebrew meaning 'my father is mighty' or 'father of multitude', a name with biblical resonance and spiritual strength.
- Myia
Greek
62From Greek 'myia' meaning 'fly'. In classical mythology, associated with insects and transformation.
- Jahdai
Hebrew
62From Hebrew, meaning 'whom Yahweh honors' or 'God gladdens'. A biblical name borne by a man of Judah in 1 Chronicles.
- Milhan
Irish
62From Old Irish 'Mael' meaning servant or devotee, often associated with strength and warrior tradition in Irish heritage.
- Reejh
Irish
62From Old Irish meaning 'little red one', associated with the rowan tree bearing bright red berries
- Aleira
Celtic
62From Old Irish roots meaning 'other' or 'alien', possibly related to the deer or noble bearer in Celtic tradition.
- Aumari
Celtic
62Derived from Irish roots meaning 'golden' or 'noble', with possible connections to 'aumhar' (noble, radiant).
- Azriah
Hebrew
62From Hebrew 'Azrael', meaning 'God helps' or 'God is my help'. Associated with the archangel of death in Jewish tradition.
- Cairi
Irish
62From Old Irish 'Cáerunn', meaning 'little red one', referencing the rowan tree with bright red berries
- Derlin
Celtic
62Derived from Irish roots meaning 'little dear one' or 'small red one', associated with woodland and nature imagery
- Elom
Celtic
62Possibly derived from Old Irish elements meaning 'noble' or 'bright'. A rare variant with roots in Irish heritage.
- Arbel
Hebrew
62From Hebrew meaning 'God is my strength'. Biblical place name in ancient Israel, associated with the Mount of God.
- Arloe
Irish
62From Old Irish meaning 'little red one', associated with the rowan tree which bears bright red berries
- Azraella
Hebrew
62From Hebrew Azrael, the angel of death, feminized with the diminutive suffix -ella. Means 'God's help' or 'whom God aids'.
- Pneuma
Greek
62From Greek meaning 'breath' or 'spirit', referring to the vital life force or soul in ancient philosophy and theology.
- Suhavi
Sanskrit
62From Sanskrit meaning 'beautiful' or 'graceful'. Associated with charm and elegance in classical Indian tradition.
- Yoatzi
English
55From Nahuatl meaning 'flower', referring to blooming plants. Associated with beauty and natural cycles in Aztec tradition.
- Selyse
Celtic
55From Welsh 'sêl' meaning 'steadfast' or 'blessed', with feminine diminutive -yse ending
- Yassiel
Hebrew
55From Hebrew Yeshua (Jesus), with Spanish diminutive suffix -iel. Means 'God saves' or 'God is salvation'
- Ressiah
Hebrew
55From Hebrew meaning 'my remnant' or 'remainder', associated with salvation and divine preservation in biblical tradition.
- Kyrio
Greek
42From Greek kyrios meaning 'lord' or 'master'. A rare modern adaptation of a classical term denoting authority and respect.
- Zadriel
Hebrew
42God is my help. Zadriel is a variant of Zadkiel, an archangel in Jewish tradition associated with mercy and forgiveness.
- Aryon
Irish
42From Old Irish meaning 'little red one', associated with the rowan tree which bears bright red berries
- Isamara
Celtic
42Possibly derived from Irish elements meaning 'ice' and 'bitter' or 'famous', with Mara suggesting the sea in Celtic tradition.
- Inala
Celtic
42From the Gunaikurnai people of southeastern Australia, likely meaning 'from the waterhole' or 'place of water', connected to local geography and tribal heritage
- Raian
Irish
42From Old Irish meaning 'little king' or 'little red one', associated with royalty and the rowan tree's bright berries
- Aian
Celtic
42From Old Irish meaning 'little red one', associated with the rowan tree bearing bright red berries
- Hinley
English
42From Old English 'hēn' (high) and 'leah' (clearing or meadow). A place name referring to a high clearing or elevated meadow.
- Ilyasah
Arabic
42From Arabic Ilyas, the name of the prophet Elijah. Ilyasah is a feminine form meaning 'my God is Yahweh,' reflecting strong religious heritage.
- Rhianne
Celtic
42From Old Irish 'Rhia' meaning 'red' or 'reddish', with the diminutive suffix '-anne'. Associated with the rowan tree and its bright red berries.
- Belia
Celtic
42From Old Irish 'bel' meaning bright or beautiful, possibly connected to the sun or radiance.
- Demaya
Sanskrit
42From Sanskrit meaning 'goddess' or 'divine mother.' Associated with Maya, the Hindu concept of illusion and cosmic creative power.
- Verily
English
42From the adverb 'verily' meaning 'in truth' or 'certainly', used archaically to emphasize truthfulness and sincerity.
- Ashriel
Hebrew
42From Hebrew 'Ashriel' meaning 'God is my help' or 'blessed by God'. Associated with divine protection and spiritual strength in Jewish and Christian tradition.
- Devanhi
Sanskrit
42From Sanskrit 'Deva' (divine) and 'Ahi' (serpent), meaning 'divine serpent' or goddess-like. Associated with celestial beauty and divine feminine energy in Hindu tradition.
- Evangeli
Greek
42From Greek 'euangelion' meaning 'good news' or 'gospel'. Associated with evangelism and spiritual proclamation in Christian tradition.
- Zaidy
Hebrew
42Grandfather in Yiddish, derived from Hebrew Tzaddiq meaning 'righteous one.' Often used as a term of endearment in Jewish families.
- Janala
Sanskrit
42From Sanskrit 'jharana' meaning 'waterfall' or 'spring'. Evokes flowing water and natural grace in South Asian traditions.
- Almaas
Arabic
42From Arabic 'al-maas' meaning 'diamond' or 'the diamond', symbolizing purity and precious spiritual value in Sufi mysticism
- Elyra
Greek
42From Greek mythology, Elyra is associated with amber and the lyre. Related to 'elektron' (amber) and musical heritage.
- Kair
Scottish
42From Gaelic 'cathair' meaning 'warrior' or 'seat of power'. Also potentially related to Cairn, a heap of stones used as markers in Scottish highlands.
- Jonna
Scandinavian
42From Old Norse 'Jón' (John), feminine diminutive form. Associated with grace and divine favor through its connection to Scandinavian naming traditions.
- Talion
Celtic
42Possibly from Irish meaning 'small one' or related to Talion as a judicial concept. Modern usage draws from Celtic naming traditions.
- Nivrithi
Sanskrit
42From Sanskrit meaning 'return' or 'turning back', associated with cycles and spiritual transformation in Hindu philosophy.
- Vedhant
Sanskrit
42From Sanskrit 'Vedh' meaning to know or understand, combined with 'ant' meaning end or ultimate. Refers to one who has reached the ultimate knowledge of the Vedas.
- Collen
Irish
42From Old Irish 'cóilín' meaning 'little fellow' or 'whelp'; also connected to the rowan tree in Celtic tradition.
- Bohde
Celtic
42A name of uncertain etymology, possibly related to Irish Gaelic roots meaning 'bog' or 'dwelling,' reflecting Irish landscape and heritage.
- Frayja
Norse
42From Norse goddess Freyja, associated with love, beauty, fertility, and war. A divine name carrying mythological power and feminine strength.
- Elloa
Celtic
42From Gaelic roots meaning 'white' or 'bright,' possibly connected to the elm tree. A rare modern variation blending Celtic traditions.
- Shandon
Irish
42From the Irish city of Shandon, also possibly derived from Irish meaning 'old fort' or associated with the River Shannon region
- Leera
Celtic
42Possibly derived from Irish roots meaning 'seer' or 'vision', with connections to lyrical or poetic traditions in Gaelic culture.
- Finlan
Irish
42From Old Irish 'Fionnlán', meaning 'little fair one' or 'fair-haired'. Associated with brightness and light in Celtic tradition.
- Cabela
Celtic
42Possibly derived from Irish 'caball' meaning horse, or a feminine form related to Cabul. A rare modern Irish name with roots in Gaelic tradition.
- Brockton
English
42From the Old English 'broc' (badger) and 'tun' (settlement), meaning 'settlement where badgers live' or 'badger's town'.
- Carra
Irish
42From Old Irish meaning 'little red one' or 'friend'. Also associated with the rowan tree bearing bright red berries.
- Brena
Celtic
42From Old Irish meaning 'little raven' or 'dark-haired one', associated with strength and mystery in Celtic tradition
- Buraq
Arabic
42The winged celestial horse from Islamic tradition who carried Prophet Muhammad on the Night Journey. Name signifies divine transportation and spiritual ascension.
- Posie
English
40A diminutive of Posy, referring to a small bouquet of flowers; represents sweetness and botanical charm.
- Aran
Irish
40From Old Irish meaning 'little red one', associated with the rowan tree which bears bright red berries
- Metzli
English
40Moon in Nahuatl. From Aztec mythology, Metztli was the lunar deity. Used in modern contexts as a nature-inspired name honoring Mesoamerican heritage.
- Acre
English
40From Old English 'æcer', referring to a unit of land or open field. Represents natural simplicity and pastoral heritage.
- Azariel
Hebrew
40God is my help. A variant of Azrael, the archangel of death in Jewish and Islamic tradition, associated with divine protection and guidance.
- Iktan
English
40From Lakota meaning 'to go home' or 'he comes home', reflecting spiritual return and ancestral connection
- Nevan
Irish
40From Old Irish meaning 'little cloud' or 'little bright one'. Associated with brightness and celestial qualities in Irish tradition.
- Leor
Irish
40From Old Irish meaning 'little red one', associated with the rowan tree bearing bright red berries
- Aisla
Scottish
40From Scottish Gaelic 'aiseal' meaning noble or of high birth, with connections to island names in the Hebrides
- Evangelyn
Greek
40From Greek 'evangelion' meaning 'good news' or 'gospel', with feminine suffix -lyn. Associated with spreading positive messages.
- Vi
Latin
40From the Latin viola, the violet flower; also a short form of Violet or Viola, symbolizing modesty and faithfulness
- Messai
Hebrew
40From Hebrew 'Mashiach' meaning 'anointed one' or 'messiah'. A name with spiritual significance and redemptive connotations in Judeo-Christian tradition.
- Densley
English
40From English surname meaning 'valley of the Danes' or 'wooded valley', derived from den (valley) and -sley (clearing or wood).
- Haben
Irish
40Little horse. From Old Irish 'each' (horse) with diminutive suffix '-án', reflecting Celtic nature symbolism and equestrian heritage.
- Koran
Irish
40From Old Irish meaning 'little dark one' or 'dark-haired.' Also associated with the rowan tree in Celtic tradition.
- Airlie
Scottish
40From the Scottish place name Airlie, derived from Gaelic 'airdeall' meaning 'direction' or 'point', associated with Airlie Castle in Angus, Scotland
- Amea
Celtic
40From Old Irish meaning 'beloved' or 'friend'. A rare modern variant with Celtic roots and natural, approachable character.
- Eera
Celtic
40From Gaelic meaning 'red one' or 'reddish', possibly derived from ancient roots describing hair color or the rowan tree
- Yeyetzi
English
40From Nahuatl meaning 'flower' or 'blooming flower', representing beauty and natural growth in Aztec tradition
- Anora
Irish
30From Old Irish meaning 'little red one', associated with the rowan tree bearing bright red berries
- Evanna
Irish
30From Old Irish 'Éabhnat', meaning 'little red one' or associated with the rowan tree bearing bright red berries
- Zitlaly
English
29From Nahuatl meaning 'star' or 'light'. A celestial name rooted in Mesoamerican indigenous tradition.
- Sarth
Celtic
20From Gaelic roots meaning 'strong' or 'fierce', possibly related to Sorley (dark-eyed)
- Yidis
Hebrew
20From Hebrew origin, possibly related to Yiddish traditions and Eastern European Jewish heritage
- Arlan
Irish
12From Old Irish meaning 'little red one', derived from 'ar' (red) with diminutive suffix. Associated with the rowan tree bearing bright red berries.
- Tulah
Irish
10Possibly derived from Old Irish roots meaning 'flood' or 'abundance', with Celtic nature connections
- Tamzin
Celtic
10From Cornish meaning 'dark' or 'darkening'. Associated with mystery and twilight in Celtic tradition.
- Azeal
Hebrew
10God is my strength. A biblical name with strong spiritual significance and masculine resonance.
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Popularity data: Social Security Administration, US births 1880–2024
