Names That Are Variations

Definitely one of the more unusual Margaret translations.

Comic actress Garofalo pronounces her name ja-NEEN, which makes this one of the more confusing versions.

One of many spelling variations of the classic Catherine.

The Lithuanian form of Martha.

Also associated with Morta, the Roman goddess of death.

The French version of this name, Natalie, is most popular in the U.S., but all variations are appealing and this one is a fresh twist. Pronunciation is like Natalia.

Famous Indigenous lawyer Lowitja O'Donoghue brought this name into prominence in Australia. She now has a research institute named for her. We think this fresh take on Lois has wide appeal.

The more streamlined version Esmeralda may work better in the States, but Smeralda is an intriguing variation.

Dulcinia is a rare variation of this name from Don Quixote. Neither variation was used for any baby girls in the US last year.

In addition to being the Swedish word for "mint," Mynta is the translation of the Danish name Mynte. However, the original Danish version remains more popular, even in Sweden.

A cute variation of the Finnish Maija — which in turn is a variation of Maria.

The Icelandic form of Victoria, pronounced with the stress on the first syllable.

Not even if your husband is named Ron.

Sincere is more common than you think as a given name, and so is variation Syncere, which sits right outside the Top 1000 for boys. For girls, both spellings are much more rare.

A more upbeat, modern-sounding version of a granny name.

Unnecessary complication.

Italian accent glamorizes even Judith.