Latin Names

Related to the Roman name Titius and the more modern Titus, the "tit" syllable would be problematic for any modern girl. Try the similar Russian name Tatiana.

Cordis is an unusual and substantial unisex choice.

Rarely heard in modern times, it was used by Norman Mailer for the hero of his book The Deer Park.

Fabia is one of several pleasant international-accented female versions of Fabian.

Fantine is a rarely heard French name except as a character in the Victor Hugo novel Les Misérables.

This name of the major Maltese city takes on an air of attractiveness via model Amber Valletta, making it an appealing alternative to the overexposed Valerie and Vanessa.

Dacia is an ancient place-name -- it was in Eastern Europe -- as lacy as Dacey, but more substantial.

The perfect name-accessory for a little princess, though its popularity is waning.

In fashion limbo with Anita and Juanita.

This Spanish form of the yet-to-be-revived Ignatius was borne by an early and influential Philipina nun known as Mother Ignacia.

Unfortunately, everyone will hear Crispina, the feminine form of Crispin, as Christina.

A character name that makes an appearance in Shakespeare's King Lear, Nerilla has hardly been heard in modern times. But with the resurrection of many names from ancient Greece and Roman, Nerilla is one of the Latin names for girls we may be hearing again.

This elaboration of Vera makes an attractive and uncommon choice.

One of the many rhythmically appealing Italian names newly up for consideration, with more substance than the modelly FABIO. Variations: FABIO, FABIAN, FABRIZIO

Completely undiscovered double-l name with an abundance of rhythmic charm.

Soaring, speedy choice.

This name of a constellation in Orion's belt has an astral feel; it also belonged to the first woman to win a Pulitzer prize in drama, Zona Gale.

An adolescent boy might have problems with the first syllable.

May rise along with other spiritually inclined names, but Americans might find it too close to Osama.