Names That Mean Feminine

This feminine diminutive of John from the Isle of Man is also sometimes used as a variant of Judith. Still, we think it is as attractive as Thomasina or Jacoba -- that is, not very.

This alternative spelling of the classic Italian name Giovanna is used in small numbers, but with the sharp rise of diminutives Gia and Gianna, it feels right in line.

Familiar outside the Hispanic community through male opera singer Placido Domingo, this name has a calm, serene feeling.

Almost completely unknown in this country: an intriguing possibility.