Are you interested in a unique baby girl name? I’m counting on this list to satisfy you if so.
They are not common but are consistently rising in the US. Some of the names added were wholly made up by someone somewhere and then heard and repeated. Those names will not have a meaning included.
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Ensley
Ensley is an English Surname meaning ‘one’s own meadow.’
Oaklynn
Oaklynn or Oaklyn first appeared on the US charts in 2011. It is a relatively new name that is made up. I found one source that stated it means ‘Name for strength, peace, and beauty’ but that’s not concrete.
Highly unusual but climbing the charts for the US and mean ‘a series of thoughts, images, and sensation.’
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Oaklyn
Same as above “Oaklynn or Oaklyn first appeared on the US charts in 2011. It is a relatively new name that is made up. I found one source that stated it means ‘Name for strength, peace, and beauty’ but that’s not concrete.”
Melenia
This mean ‘Black, Dark.’
Emberly
Emberly is growing in popularity, but the meaning is unknown.
Octavia
The Latin name Octavia means ‘born eighth.’
Paisleigh
This is an English name (variant from Paisley) meaning ‘giving glory to God’
Yara
Yara is a beautiful baby girl’s name with a Brazilian and Arabic origin, and it means ‘water lady or small butterfly.’ Yara or Lara is also connected to Brazilian mythology.
Kehlani
A gorgeous Hawaiian baby girl name and it means ‘Sea and sky.’ This is most certainly one of my favorites of the very unique baby girl names that are rising in popularity according to the US SSA.
Amora
Okay, this is my other favorite baby girl name from this list. Amora is a Spanish word used as a baby girl name, which means ‘Love.’
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Maren
A German variation of the name Maria or Miriam. The meaning of this baby girl name is unclear but possibly ‘Bitter.’
Lyanna
This name has several meanings, including ‘God has answered’ and in Persian, it means ‘the girl who has a beautiful face.’
Selene
Greek origin with a possible meaning of ‘brightness.’
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Lyella
The origin and meaning of this one are unknown, but it is rising on the charts. Go figure!
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Malani
A greek variation of Melanie meaning ‘dark, black, shadowy.’
Oaklee
An English name meaning “one who is from the Oak tree’.
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Kynlee
A made up name! No origin or meaning to be found. Possibly from the surname Mckinely?
Emmie
A German name meaning ‘whole or universal.’
Saanvi
A Hindu name. The meaning is unclear.
Alessia
Origin and meaning unclear, however, it is on the charts and trending up.
Lyra
This greek very unique baby girl name, Lyra, means ‘lyrical.’
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Hello! I am turning 36 in a couple of weeks, and my significant other is turning 49 in a few months. We have been an amazing couple for the past 5 years. I also have a daughter who is almost 11(She has no contact with her bio father, and considers my SO to be her dad.. he is amazing with her). Everything has been wonderful. 🙂 However, I am about to get my IUD removed in a couple of weeks and it has struck up conversation about having just one more baby… I LOVE children… but are we to old for this. If we are able to get pregnant I will probably be 37 and he will probably be 50 when we have the child. It would be loved and spoiled. but… are we just to old for this? what are your thoughts? I’m so on the fence. My daughter loves being an only child, she loves having all the attention to herself… but she is growing up too… I think she would love a baby as much as we would, but 12 years is a lot of space between children. Raising her as a single mom with no support was really hard for me, and I think that is the other reason I’m a little apprehensive. Anyways Id love to hear from you 🙂
Hello! I am so glad you took the time to comment.Thank you!
I can relate to you in many ways. I understand the fear and uncertainty of having a baby “later” in life.
My husband and I had our last when I was 42 and he was 40.
It was a bit unexpected but was the best thing that has ever happened to me. Greyson is the most amazing gift. (Check out this post: http://www.habibihouse.net/mom-over-forty-with-a-baby/ )
We both worried about the age factor and discussed all the downfalls of being older parents.But underestimated the joys and gift he would bring to us all.
I want to encourage you that for many families, the blessings outweigh the uncertainty. Many parents are waiting to have a baby (including first babies) until their forties, so you are still young compared to them.
That being said, the older you are the harder it is to get pregnant. I don’t think this should be an issue at 36, but being aware of this is key. It may not happen as quickly or easily as your daughters pregnancy.
As far as your daughter is concerned, she would probably go through a range of emotions.
Being an older sister is a learning experience and she may be so in love with the baby that she isn’t fazed by her new status.
Don’t let fear dictate your decision!
Looking forward to updates,
Trish
You’re not too old !!!! My cousin just had a baby she’s 43 she’s in amazing shape it took her 7 years of ivf to have this little baby.. he is perfect and healthy do not stop something bc you think you’re old . 37 is NOT OLD .. if you both adore each other you deserve it .. just don’t stress it bc then it won’t happen .. relax and just always say whatever is meant to be .. I have 1 Fallopian tube and me and my Hubby haven’t been safe for 2 years (not trying to get pregnant just wasn’t happening) I was not getting pregnant then when the pandemic happened I was so relaxed I went back to work in June I quit in July to open my own business and BOOM got pregnant . It was by the far the biggest shock ever . Go for it but remember .. do not force it . Just trust
Kehlani is not a Hawaiian name. Hawaiian names do NOT have 2 consonants together, EVER. Hawaiian Language rule. Please delete this wrong information from your article, website. This is cultural appropriation at it’s worst, because the information is incorrect. This is extremely offensive to Hawaiian people and our culture.
I am so sorry, It was not intentional. It is strange as I have a friend who is Hawaiian with the name Kehlani??
Hi Trish!
Just wanted to add a name to your list. I named my daughter, Tanith. She’s 14 now. I’ve never found anyone with her name besides her namesake, Olympic skater, Tanith Belbin. It’s very rare, but means Love , as it comes from the Phoenician Goddess of love. We receive compliments on her name all the time.
Meagan