Hebrew Names

Unfortunately, everyone will just hear Jared.

One of many Hebrew Y names kept alive in Israel and in American religious communities.

This upstanding Old Testament name of the wife of Moses would almost inevitably provoke some tricky zipper teasing.

Shalailah is a soft name made most familiar by journalist Shalailah Medhora. Given the popularity of Layla and all her variants, Shalailah has potential for parents looking for something off the beaten track.

This spelling of Naomi guarantees you'll get the pronunciation you desire.

Hebrew name with a bountiful meaning but a less-than-attractive sound.

A not particularly happy marriage of Thelma and Alma.

Selima might be confused with Selina, but it's an appealing spin on that classic with a lovely meaning.

Emmet is usually the boys' form of the names Emma, but it might work for a girl too if Emma and Emily are too overused for you.

Jobina may be the female version of Job, but it doesn't carry the same negative weight as that of the biblical martyr -- in fact, few would get the connection. Joby is its perky and unusual nickname.