Names That Mean Graceful

Though slightly haughtier and less accessible than cousin Edmond, Esmond could appeal to some parents seeing a distinguished appellation. It began being used (albeit sparingly) in England in the nineteenth century, possibly influenced by William Makepeace Thackeray's novel The History of Henry Esmond.

Could be confused with the much less captivating Leanne.

Feminine but strong name heard in Israel.

Soft and appealing, with a whiff of vanilla.

Soft and appealing, with a whiff of vanilla.

Common Japanese male name notably borne by Masashi Kishimoto, the manga artist behind Naruto.

In the US it might be read as a creative spelling of '50s hit Luann, but in France Louane is pronounced the rhyme with "swan" — preferable for a modern baby.

Parul sounds almost like Pearl to the Western ear, which makes it a friendly cross-cultural Indian name. The flower the name Parul refers to has five petals.

An inspired way to get to Ellie.