Feminizations of Male Names
- Rolande
Description:
Rolande is a feminine name of French origin, representing the female form of Roland. The name derives from Germanic elements meaning 'fame' and 'land,' suggesting someone of renowned courage or a famous throughout the land. With its elegant French styling and subtle 'e' ending that designates femininity in French naming traditions, Rolande carries an air of sophisticated European heritage. The name enjoyed modest popularity in French-speaking regions during the early-to-mid 20th century but remains relatively uncommon today. Rolande possesses a certain vintage dignity, evoking images of strength and classical refinement. While never achieving widespread international usage, the name continues to appeal to parents drawn to French naming traditions or seeking a name with historical depth that hasn't been overused.
- Caspara
Origin:
Feminine variation of Casper, LatinMeaning:
"bringer of treasure"Description:
An unusual feminization of boy name Caspar with a beautiful meaning and familiar nicknames Cassie and Cass. It is also the name of a sports clothing brand.
- Pierette
Origin:
French, feminine diminutive of PeterDescription:
Balletic, à la pirouette.
- Fernande
Origin:
French, feminine variation of FerdinandDescription:
A dark-haired femme fatale choice.
- Xeveria
Origin:
Variation of Xaviera or Xavier, BasqueMeaning:
"new house"Description:
The usual female form of Xavier, Xaviera, is given to only a handful of baby girls in the US each year, and the Xeveria variation is even rarer, not recorded at all.
- Yonit
Origin:
Feminine variation of Yonah, HebrewMeaning:
"dove"Description:
A feminization of Yonah, the Hebrew form of Jonah.
- Sebastiana
Origin:
Feminine form of Sebastian, Latin from GreekMeaning:
"man of Sebastia"Description:
Sebastiana is not often heard in the US, but as Sebastian in all its forms becomes more popular, so might this feminine version.