Desert Mystic
- Myriah
- Myrrh
- Naamah
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HebrewMeaning:
"sweetness, grace, beauty"Description:
Interesting Old Testament name that embraces many traditional female attributes; also name of a place in the Jordan Valley. In the Bible, a daughter of King Ammon and wife of Solomon.
- Nadira
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ArabicMeaning:
"precious, rare"Description:
Feminine form of Nadir
- Nadra
Description:
Nadra is a feminine name with Arabic origins, meaning 'rare,' 'precious,' or 'unique.' In some interpretations, it can also mean 'glance' or 'look' from the Arabic root related to sight and vision. The name appears in various Middle Eastern and North African cultures, including Arabic, Persian, and occasionally in South Asian Muslim communities. Nadra carries connotations of something special and uncommon, suggesting a child who stands out or is particularly valued. While not among the most frequently used Arabic names globally, it maintains steady usage in Arabic-speaking regions and Muslim communities worldwide. The name's elegant simplicity, meaningful etymology, and cross-cultural adaptability make it appealing to parents seeking a name with both cultural roots and universal appeal.
- Nafisa
Description:
Nafisa is a beautiful feminine name with Arabic origins, meaning 'precious' or 'valuable.' It has strong Islamic connections and appears in Muslim communities across the Middle East, North Africa, and South Asia. The name is mentioned in Islamic tradition, as Nafisa bint al-Hassan was a respected female scholar and descendant of the Prophet Muhammad. Modern parents appreciate Nafisa for its elegant sound, meaningful etymology, and cultural significance. While maintaining popularity in Muslim communities worldwide, the name has also gained recognition in multicultural societies. Nafisa represents qualities of worth, dignity, and reverence, making it a thoughtful choice for parents seeking a name with spiritual depth and historical resonance.
- Naiara
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Basque place nameDescription:
Basque name for a Spanish city where the Virgin Mary appeared in medieval times, now a popular girls' name throughout Spain.
- Nasrin
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PersianMeaning:
"wild rose"Description:
Nasrin has a strong sound and lovely floral meaning. International variants include the Turkish Nesrin and Egyptian Nesreen.
- Nazli
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Turkish, PersianMeaning:
"beautiful, delicate"Description:
In Turkish, the name is transcribed as Nazlı, with a dotless I.
- Nefeli
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GreekDescription:
Modern Greek variant of Nephele.
- Neferet
Origin:
Variation of Nofret, EgyptianMeaning:
"beautiful"Description:
An ancient Egyptian name with noble ties — Nofret, or Neferet, was a princess of Egypt during the third century B.C.
- Nefertari
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Ancient EgyptianMeaning:
"beautiful companion"Description:
Nefertari Meritmut was the first and favorite wife of pharoah Ramesses II "the Great". She was highly educated and undertook important diplomatic work on behalf of her husband, corresponding with other prominent figures and even making speeches.
- Nefertiti
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EgyptianMeaning:
"the beautiful one has arrived"Description:
This ancient Egyptian queen's name would be best saved for a cat.
- Nephele
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GreekMeaning:
"cloudy"Description:
An enchanting ancient Greek name belonging to the Greek goddess who was created from a cloud by Zeus and so became goddess of the clouds and mother of the centaurs. The name Nephele is not widely known but as among modern parents become used to Phoebe, Penelope, and Persephone, it may become one of the ancient Greek goddess names that's back in the mix.
- Nineveh
Origin:
Biblical place name from Akkadian or BabylonianMeaning:
"house of fish"Description:
An ancient city in Assyria, where Jonah was sent to spread the word of God.
- Niobe
Origin:
Greek mythology nameDescription:
The mythological queen whose perpetual weeping for her slain children turned her into a stone has always cast a pall over this name. Still, when other names with less-than-savory associations -- Delilah, Ophelia, Persephone -- are becoming popular, parents might want to consider this one of the more unusual mythology names for girls.
- Noor
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Arabic; Dutch variation of EleonoraMeaning:
"light"Description:
An interesting name associated with the elegant American-born Queen Noor of Jordan. Noor is very popular among modern Muslim parents around the world and is beginning to cross over, perhaps because of its simplicity and its resemblance to the stylish Western Nora. It appeared in the US Top 1000 for the first time in 2015.
- Noura
Origin:
Variation of Nur or NoorMeaning:
"light"Description:
Stylish and sweet, Noura is a strictly feminine form of the Arabic Nur. A name that could work well in various cultures and languages, Noura means "light" and is derived from one of 99 Names of Allah in Islamic tradition, al-Nūr.
- Nubia
Description:
Nubia is a feminine name derived from the ancient northeast African region of the same name, which was home to one of civilization's earliest advanced societies along the Nile River. The name carries rich historical connections to the Kingdom of Nubia, which at times rivaled ancient Egypt in power and cultural influence. As a personal name, Nubia began gaining modest usage in the United States during the 1960s and 1970s, coinciding with growing interest in African heritage and cultural names. The name has a melodic quality with its flowing vowel sounds and conveys strength, dignity, and cultural richness. For many parents, Nubia represents a beautiful connection to African history while offering a distinctive yet accessible name with historical gravitas.
- Nephthys