Girls
- Frances
Origin:
English from LatinMeaning:
"from France; free man"Description:
Frances, a soft and gentle classic last popular a hundred years ago, is trending again. The cool nickname Frankie is one reason for the revival of Frances, adding lightness and sass to a serious name. Frances is the feminine form of Francis, the English variation of the Latin name Franciscus. Franciscus, meaning "Frenchman," was taken from the Germanic tribe the Franks, which got its name from the francisca, the axe they used in battle. Until the seventeenth century, the spellings Frances and Francis were used interchangeably for both sexes.
- Maralina
Description:
Maralina is a beautifully elaborate feminine name that likely originated as a combination of Maria and Lina, or as an extension of names like Mara or Marlene. With Romance language influences, it carries a melodic, flowing quality. The name has remained relatively uncommon in most English-speaking countries, giving it an exotic and distinctive appeal. Maralina may be connected to the Latin root 'mar,' meaning sea, suggesting associations with the ocean and its expansive beauty. While not widely used, the name has occasionally appeared in Southern European and Latin American communities. Its elaborate nature balances nicely with its intuitive pronunciation, making it both special and accessible for those seeking an uncommon yet melodious name.
- Mariana
Origin:
Latin, Portuguese, Spanish, RomanianMeaning:
"related to the god Mars"Description:
Mariana is that unusual name that is more than the sum of its parts. While Mary or Maria and Ana or Anna are both perfectly nice classic names, Mariana achieves a lyrical elegance that transcends them.