Names That Are Variations

One of many stunning international variations of the classic and timeless Katherine.

Yiddish form of Shaina that peaked in the US in 1991.

In Lithuania, Lėja is one of the most common names among baby girls. It peaked in 2018 when it briefly held the top spot but has been in the Top 10 since 2013.

If you're looking for an unusual Michaela alternative, try this Spanish route.

Ephraim is one of many Biblical names ripe for revival, and Epriam is an interesting variation as well.

In the heyday of Chris- names, the Kirsten variation was always more common than Kirstina, and that's still the case today.

Cubbenah was used by enslaved people in America as a translation of the traditional Akan day name Kwabena. Beneba, a variation of Abena, was the equivalent for girls.

Neža peaked in Slovenia in 2012, when it ranked Number 5.

Classical choice in Iceland, where it ranks within the Top 25.

The form of Anastasia used in parts of Central Europe.

Zaynab is the name of the Prophet Muhammad's oldest daughter. When written as Zaynabu or Zainabu, it's a name found in both the Arabic and Swahili languages and cultures.

Jordynn is one of the many spelling variations of Jordan—and it does not improve on the original. This iteration has appeared in the US Top 1000 since 2010, though it's currently at its lowest point since then.

Arrianna is a more-unusual spelling variation of the names that are most popularly found as Ariana or Arianna. All are forms of the Greek Ariadne. Given its many spellings, that extra r only complicates things.

See LORRAINE.