100 middle names for Isabella - Netmums (2024)

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Originally from Hebrew, Mary is the English form of the Latin name Maria. The exact meaning of the name Mary isn't known but it's thought to mean 'drop of the sea', 'bitter' or 'beloved'.

The name Mary is not as popular today as it was in the early 1900s. Only 170 baby Marys were born in 2019 (the latest year records are available for). But nicknames for Mary, including Molly and May, are still popular.

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Of Latin origin, Florence means 'flourishing', 'blossoming' or 'prosperous'.

Nicknames for Florence include Flo, Flossie, Floss and Florrie. In 2019, Florence was the 15th most popular girls' name in the UK.

Famous Florences include Florence Nightingale (who was born in the Italian city of the same name), singer Florence Welch and actress Florence Pugh.

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Of Greek origin, the name Doris means 'gift of the ocean'. In Greek mythology, Doris is the daughter of Oceanus, the god of the sea.

Nicknames for Doris include Dori, Dorrie and Dory.

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Derived from the Old English name Eadgyth, Edith means 'prosperous in war'.

It can be shortened to Edie.

Famous Ediths include French singer Édith Piaf and 1960s actress and model Edie Sedgwick.

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Of Greek origin, Dorothy comes from the name Dōrothéa and means 'gift of God'.

There are loads of cute nicknames for Dorothy, including Dottie, Dotty, Dolly and Dot.

While Dorothy fell out of favour in the 1960s, over the past 10 years it's had a resurgence and is now in the top 200 baby names in the UK.

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Of English origin, Annie means 'grace'.

Annie can be used as a nickname for other names including Ann, Anne, Anna, Annabelle and Annabella.

Famous Annies include orphan Annie, radio DJs Annie Mac and Annie Nightingale, and singer Annie Lennox.

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Of Greek origin, the name Margaret means 'pearl'.

It came from the French name Marguerite, which was derived from the Latin form Margarita. This, in turn, came from the Ancient Greek word for pearls, margarítēs.

Popular nicknames for Margaret include Mags, Maggie, Meg, Peggy and Peg.

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Of German origin, Alice means 'noble'.

The world's most famous Alice is probably the heroine of Lewis Carroll's novel, 'Alice in Wonderland'.

Nicknames for Alice include Ali, Allie, Lissy and Lis.

Alice is still a popular name today – it's the 25th most popular baby girls' name in the UK.

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Of Hebrew origin, Elizabeth means 'God is my oath' or 'pledged to God'.

There are lots of cute nicknames for Elizabeth including Liz, Lizzie, Lizzy, Libby, Beth, Betty, Betsy, Bess and Eliza.

The name of two queens of England, other famous Elizabeths include actresses Elizabeth Taylor, Elizabeth Hurley and Elizabeth Olsen.

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Of Scottish and Hebrew origin, Elise is a shortened form of the Scottish name Elspeth, which is derived from the name Elizabeth. It means 'God is my oath'.

The name Elsie has skyrocketed in popularity in recent years. In the year 2000 just 36 babies were named Elsie, but by 2019 it was the 21st most popular girls' name in England and Wales.

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A Welsh name in origin, Gladys is said to mean 'princess' or 'land or nation'.

One of the most well-known people called Gladys is the American soul singer Gladys Knight.

Just six baby girls were named Gladys in England and Wales in 2019, making it a great choice if you're looking for a unique name with retro appeal.

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From the Welsh name Gwenfrewi, Winifred means 'blessed' and 'peacemaker'.

Saint Winifred was a Welsh martyr from the seventh century.

There are some cute nicknames for Winifred including Winnie, Win, Freddie and Fred.

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Of Old English origin, Ethel means 'noble'.

Lily Allen named her eldest daughter Ethel and it's also the name of a character in the popular Worst Witch series.

There aren't really any common shortened forms of Ethel, making it a great choice if you're not a fan of nicknames.

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The name Hilda is of German origin and means 'battle woman' or 'battle maid'.

St. Hilda of Whitby was an important abbess in the seventh century.

Just five babies named Hilda were born in England and Wales in 2019, making it a rare choice.

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An English name, Lilian is thought to be derived from the Latin lilium, meaning 'lily' and 'pure'.

Lilian can also be spelt Lillian and shortened to Lily, Lili or Lil.

While Lily is the ninth most popular name in the UK today, Lilian is 641st, making it an unusual vintage take on a modern favourite.

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Of English origin, Ivy comes from the name of the evergreen plant.

After falling out of fashion in the late 20th century, in the past 10 years Ivy has become increasingly popular and is now the 12th most popular baby girls' name in England and Wales.

Ivy the plant represents fidelity and eternity.

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Originally from Latin, Violet means 'purple'. It's also the name of the pretty purple flowering plant.

Nicknames for Violet include Vi or Vivi.

Comedian Katherine Ryan named her daughter Violet, as did actors Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck.

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Of Irish origin, Kathleen means 'pure'. It is an Anglicised form of the Irish name Caitlín.

Nicknames for Kathleen include Kath, Kathy, Kat, Kate and Katie.

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Ellen is an Old English form of Helen. It means 'bright, shining light'.

Nicknames for Ellen include Elle and Ellie.

Probably the most famous Ellen is US talk show host Ellen DeGeneres.

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An English name that comes from the flower, Lily means 'pure'. Ultimately the name is derived from the Latin flower name, lilium.

The name Lily has seen a resurgence in popularity this century. In 2011 it was the third most popular girls' name in England and Wales. In 2019 it had fallen slightly to ninth.

Lily can also be a nickname for Elizabeth or Lilian.

Famous Lilys include Lily Allen, model Lily Cole and actress Lily James.

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Of Hebrew origin, Sarah means 'noblewoman' or 'princess'.

A hugely popular name in the 70s and 80s, in 2017, the name Sarah fell out of the top 100 for the first time since records began.

Sarah can also be spelt as Sara.

Famous Sarahs include actresses Sarah Jessica Parker and Sarah Michelle Gellar, and singer Sarah Harding.

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Originally an English nickname for Eleanor, Ellen or Helen, Nellie became a name in its own right. It means 'bright'.

Nellie can also be spelt Nelly and shortened to Nell.

It's a name that's been growing massively in popularity in recent years. While no babies were named Nellie in the year 2000, in 2019 there were 449.

Reality star Billie Faiers has a daughter named Nelly. Other famous Nellies include opera singer Dame Nellie Melba and singer Nelly Furtado.

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Of Latin origin, Emily means 'rival'. It is thought to come from the Roman name Aemilia.

A popular name choice throughout the decades, Emily peaked in popularity in the late 90s and early 2000s. In 2003 and 2004, it was the most popular girls' name in England and Wales. It consistently ranked in the top 10 until 2019, when it fell to number 11.

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Of Latin origin, Mabel means 'loveable'.

A retro name that's on the rise, in 2019 it entered the top 100 most popular girls' names for the first time since 1924.

Famous Mabels include the singer Mabel – daughter of Neneh Cherry. Russell Brand and Bruce Willis also have daughters named Mabel.

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Of German origin, Ada means 'noble'. It comes from the German name Adelaide.

A cute retro name, Ada has risen in popularity again in recent years and is now in the top 60 most popular girls' name in the UK.

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Of Latin origin, Beatrice means 'she who brings happiness'.

An alternative Italian spelling is Beatrix.

Great nicknames for Beatrice include Bea, Beattie, Betty, Bettie and Trixie.

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An English and Scottish name, Marjorie is derived from Margaret. It's thought to originate from Ancient Greek and Latin and means 'pearl'.

Marjorie can also be spelt Margery.

Just eight babies were named Marjorie in 2019, meaning it's a name that will stand out from the crowd.

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The name May is English in origin and means 'the fifth month'. The month of May was named after the Roman earth goddess Maia.

A popular middle name, May can also be spelt Mae and used as a nickname for Margaret and Mary.

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Of Latin origin, Rose comes from the Italian name Rosa. It means 'rose' the flower.

A cute nickname for Rose is Rosie. Rose can be used as a nickname for Rosemary, Rosamunde, Rosalie and Rosanna. It's also a popular middle name.

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Of English origin, Olive means 'olive tree'.

In the past few years, it's become an increasingly fashionable name choice and makes a great, more unusual alternative to Olivia.

Sacha Baron Cohen and Isla Fisher have a daughter named Olive, as does actress Drew Barrymore.

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Evelyn is an English name, which comes from the name Aveline, which was brought over by the Normans. Originally used as a. surname, it means 'desired'.

Nicknames for Evelyn include Eve, Evie, Lyn and Lynne.

Evelyn is even more popular today than it was in the early 1900s. It's now the 20th most popular girls' name in England and Wales.

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Of Greek origin, Phyllis means 'green bough' or 'greenery'.

It's the name of girl in Greek mythology who was turned into an almond tree after she died.

There were no baby Phyllis' born in England and Wales in 2019, making it a great choice if you're looking for a rare name.

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Of German origin, Gertrude means 'spear of strength'.

Nicknames for Gertrude include Gertie, Trude and Trudie.

According to the latest data, no babies have been called Gertrude in the UK since 2013, so it's a cool choice if you want a unique, retro name.

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From Greek origin, Catherine means 'pure'.

Catherine can also be spelt Katherine and Kathryn. Nicknames include Cate, Kate, Katie, Cathy, Cath and Cat.

Famous Catherines include the duch*ess of Cambridge, Catherine Middleton and actress Catherine Zeta-Jones. It's also the official first name of singer Kate Bush and actress Cate Blanchett.

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Derived from Greek, Agnes means 'holy', 'virginal' or 'pure'.

Saint Agnes of Rome is a patron saint of girls and chastity.

Aggie makes a cute nickname for Agnes.

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Of Hebrew origin, Jessie means 'God beholds'.

As well as being a name in its own right, Jessie can be used as a nickname for Jessica and Jean.

Jessie can be a gender-neutral name, although the male version is more often spelt Jesse.

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Of Latin origin, Frances means 'free one' or 'from France'. The male form of the name is Francis.

Cute nicknames for Frances include Francie and Frankie.

Frances was the birth name of Judy Garland, and is the birth name of Baby in Dirty Dancing.

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Of Latin origin, Grace means 'God's grace'.

Gracie is a popular nickname or alternative name for Grace.

Grace is currently the eight most popular name in England and Wales.

Famous people called Grace include actress Grace Kelly and singer Grace Jones.

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Derived from Greek, Irene means 'peace'.

Eirene was the Greek goddess of peace and Irene is also the name of a number of saints.

Nicknames for Irene include Rene and Reenie.

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The Latin form of the name Eve, Eva is derived from Hebrew and means 'life'.

Nicknames for Eva include Eve and Evie.

Famous Evas include the actresses Eva Longario, Eva Mendes and Eva Green, and model Eva Herzigova.

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Derived from Latin, Constance means 'constant' or 'steadfast'.

Nicknames include Connie, Conny and Stansie.

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Hebrew in origin, Edna means 'delight', 'pleasure' or 'rejuvination'.

Edna is closely related to the name Eden. Some cool nicknames include Edie, Eddie and Ed.

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Of English origin, Jane means 'God is gracious'.

Nicknames for Jane include Janie and Janey.

It's a name that's been popular since Tudor times, famous Janes include novelist Jane Austen and the fictional character Jane Eyre.

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Of French and Latin origin, Amy means 'beloved'.

Alternative spellings include Amie and the French Aimée.

Famous Amys include singer Amy Winehouse, actress Amy Adams, comedian Amy Schumer and the character Amy from Little Women.

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Of Russian origin, Vera means 'faith'.

A popular name in the early 1900s, it fell out of fashion for a number of years. The trend for retro names mean it's now coming back into vogue. 42 babies were named Vera in 2019.

Famous Veras include singer Dame Vera Lynn and fashion designer Vera Wang.

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Of Irish origin, Muriel means 'sea bright'.

A very rare choice nowadays, there have been less than 10 babies named Muriel since the year 2000.

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Of English origin, Daisy is taken from the name of the flower. The flower name comes the Old English word dægeseage, meaning 'day's eye'.

Daisy can also be a nickname for Margaret. The French form, Marguerite, is the name of a type of daisy.

Famous people called Daisy include model Daisy Lowe and actress Daisy Ridley.

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Of English origin, Minnie is said to have a number of different meanings, including 'intellect' and 'sea of sorrow'.

Minnie was often used as a nickname for names including Mary and Wilhelmina.

The most famous Minnie of all is Walt Disney's Minnie Mouse.

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Of German origin, the name Maud means 'powerful battler' or 'strong in war'.

Maud can also be spelt Maude.

It's a rare name choice nowadays, making it perfect if you're looking for a unique, vintage option.

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Of English and Latin origin, Lucy means 'light'.

Alternative spellings include Lucie and Luci.

A constant in the top 10 most popular girls' names in the late 90s and early 2000s, Lucy has recently fallen to 61st, meaning there won't be too many other Lucys in your daughter's class.

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Of German origin, Emma means 'whole' or 'universal'.

It's a name that's proved popular throughout the years. While it's now the 59th most popular name in the UK, it's loved by even more parents overseas. Emma is the second most popular name in the US and number one in France and the Netherlands.

Famous Emmas include actresses Emma Roberts, Emma Watson and Emma Thompson, and TV presenter Emma Willis.

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The name Eleanor is of English origin. It comes from the French name Alienor and was brought to these shores by Eleanor of Aquitaine, who was queen of France and England in the 12th century.

Eleanor can also be spelt Elinor, Elinore, Eleanore. Nicknames for Eleanor include Ellie, Eli, Elle, Nellie and Nell.

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Louisa is a female name derived from the French name Louis and means 'renowned warrior'.

Famous Louisas include Louisa May Alcott, the author of Little Women, and actress Louisa Lytton.

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Of Greek origin, Dora means 'gift' or 'God's gift'.

It can also be used as a nickname for Dorothy, Dorothea and Theodora.

Just 33 baby Doras were born in England and Wales in 2019 but we think it's set for a comeback.

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Nora is an Irish name derived from the Latin Honora, meaning 'honour'.

Nora can also be spelt Norah.

Famous people called Nora include singer Norah Jones and writer Nora Ephron.

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Of Welsh origin, Gwendoline means 'white ring' or 'fair bow'.

It can also be spelt Gwendolen or Gwendolyn and is often shortened to Gwen.

Just seven babies named Gwendoline were born in England and Wales in 2019, making it the perfect choice if you're looking for a unique name.

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From Greek origin, Helen means 'light'.

In Greek mythology, Helen of Troy was the daughter of Zeus and Leda, and was said to be the most beautiful woman in the world – the face that launched a thousand ships.

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Of German origin, Ida means 'industrious one'.

The name Ida also appears in Greek mythology – Mount Ida is said to be the birthplace of Zeus, the god of the sky.

After falling out of fashion, many parents are rediscovering the charms of this vintage name. While just 40 baby Idas were born in England and Wales in 2010, by 2019 this had risen to 177.

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Of Latin origin, Clara means 'bright' and 'clear'.

Clare and Claire are forms of the same name.

Famous Claras include the silent movie actress Clara Bow and radio DJ Clara Amfo.

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Of Hebrew origin, Hannah means 'grace'.

Hannah is derived from the old Hebrew name Channah. It can also be spelt Hanna or Hana.

A strong name choice, Hannah is now the 68th most popular name in England and Wales.

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Of Hebrew, English and French origin, Anne means 'grace'.

Anne is the French spelling, it can also be spelt the traditionally English way, Ann. Annie makes a cute nickname for Anne.

Famous Annes include Anne Boleyn, Princess Anne, actress Anne Hathaway and Anne of Green Gables.

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Norah is an Irish name derived from the Latin Honora, meaning 'honour'.

Norah can also be spelt Nora.

Famous people called Norah include singer Norah Jones and writer Nora Ephron.

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Of English origin, the name Kate means 'pure'.

As well as a standalone name, it can be used as a nickname for Katherine, Catherine and Caitlin. Nicknames for Kate include Kat, Katie and Katy.

Famous Kates include supermodel Kate Moss and actresses Kate Winslet, Kate Hudson and Kate Beckinsale.

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Of Aramaic origin, Martha means 'lady 'or 'mistress'.

Historically, nicknames for Martha include Matty, Patty and Patsy.

The name Martha has enjoyed a resurgence in popularity in recent years as more and more parents discover its vintage charms. It's been among the top 100 names in England and Wales since 2006.

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Of German origin, Bertha means 'bright one'.

the French version of the name is Berthe and the Polish Berta.

There have only been around 10 baby Berthas born in England and Wales since the mid 90s.

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An English name, Lillian is an alternative spelling of Lilian. It's thought to be derived from the Latin lilium, meaning 'lily' and 'pure'.

Lillian can be shortened to Lily, Lili or Lil.

While Lily is the ninth most popular name in the UK today, Lilian is 310th, making it an unusual vintage take on a modern favourite.

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Of Hebrew and English origin, Ann means 'grace'.

It can also be spelt the Anne. Annie makes a cute nickname for Ann.

Famous Anns and Annes include Annie Lennox (whose given name is Ann), Anne Boleyn, Princess Anne, actress Anne Hathaway and fictional character Anne of Green Gables.

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A French name of Hebrew origin, Marion means 'drop of the sea' or 'sea of bitterness'.

Marion is a unisex name, although it's most often used for girls. It can also be spelt Marian.

Famous Marions include the French actress Marion Cotillard and, of course, the heroine of Robin Hood, Maid Marian.

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Of Hebrew origin, Bessie means 'pledged to God'.

Bessie is derived from the name Elizabeth and can be shortened to Bess.

Queen Elizabeth I was sometimes known as 'Good Queen Bess'.

Famous Bessies include the blues singer Bessie Smith, and Bessie Coleman who was the first female African-American pilot.

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Of Irish origin, Eileen means 'bright one'.

The names Eileen and Aileen come from the Gaelic names Eibhlín and Aibhilín.

The name Eileen was particularly popular in the early 1920s, peaking in 1924 when it was the 10th most popular name in England and Wales.

These days, it's more associated with the song Come On Eileen by Dexys Midnight Runners.

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From Latin, Laura means 'bay laurel'.

Famous people called Laura include singer Laura Marling, Olympic cyclist Laura Kenny, actress Laura Dern, and Reese Witherspoon, whose given name is Laura.

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Of English origin, Mildred is an Anglo Saxon name meaning 'gentle strength'.

Mildred can be shortened to Millie or Milly.

Just three baby girls were called Mildred in 2019, making it a good choice if you're looking for a rare name for your child.

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Of Hebrew origin, Ruth means 'companion' or 'friend'.

A cute nickname for Ruth is Ruthie.

Famous people called Ruth include TV presenter Ruth Langsford, and actresses Ruth Wilson and Ruth Jones.

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Isabella is the Spanish and Italian form of Elizabeth, a Hebrew name meaning 'pledged to God' of 'oath of God'.

Isabella can be shortened to Belle, Bella, Izzy and Issy. It is currently the sixth most popular name in England and Wales. Other variants include Isabelle, Isabel and Isobel.

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Of French origin, Charlotte means 'free man' or 'petite'. It is the female form of the name Charles.

Charlie, Charley, Char, Lottie and Lotte are all nicknames for Charlotte.

Famous Charlottes include Princess Charlotte, Charlotte from Sex and the City, author Charlotte Bronte, actress Charlotte Rampling, and the spider from classic children's tale Charlotte's Web.

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Of Persian origin, Esther means 'star'.

In the bible Esther is the Jewish wife of the king of Persia and her story is celebrated during the holiday of Purim.

Nicknames for Esther can include Essie and Esti.

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Of Latin origin, Ruby means 'deep red precious stone'.

A real gem of a name, Ruby was the most popular girls' name in England and Wales in 2007 and is still in the top 50.

The Rolling Stones hit Ruby Tuesday, plus the Kaiser Cheifs' song Ruby, give the name a rock and roll edge. Ruby is also the birthstone for July.

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Of French and English origin, Harriett means 'estate ruler' or 'rules the household'. It is the English form of the French name Henriette, a female form of Henry, which ultimately comes from German.

Some of the cute nicknames for Harriet include Hetty and Harry.

One of the most well-known people called Harriet was Harriet Tubman (born Araminta) a leading American slavery abolitionist.

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Of Hebrew and French origin, Marie is the French form of Mary. It means 'drop of the sea', 'bitter' or 'beloved'.

Famous Maries include the French queen Marie Antoinette, scientist Marie Curie, singer Marie Osmond and queen of tidying Marie Kondo.

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The Latin form of Mary, Maria is of Hebrew origin. It means 'drop of the sea', 'bitter' or 'beloved'.

Nicknames for Maria can include Mia, Ria and Mari.

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A French form of the male name Charles, which comes from the German Karl, Caroline means 'free'.

Similar names include Carolyn and Carolina. Carrie and Caz are common nicknames.

Famous people called Caroline include tennis player Caroline Wozniacki and TV presenter Caroline Flack.

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From Greek origin, Barbara means 'foreigner' or 'stranger'. It is the female form of the Greek word barbaros.

Nicknames for Barbara include Babs, Barb, Barbs, Barbie and Bobbie.

Probably the most famous Barbara in the UK is actress Barbara Windsor.

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A diminutive of Elizabeth, Eliza is of Hebrew origin and means 'God is my oath' or 'pledged to God'.

Rising in popularity in the past 10 years, Eliza is now the 38th most popular girls'name in England and Wales.

Famous Elizas include Eliza Doolittle from My Fair Lady, and the singer of the same name.

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Of Italian origin, Rosina is a form of the flower name Rose.

It's a name that's seldom heard today but makes a pretty alternative to Rose, Rosie and Rosalind. It can be shortened to Rosa.

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Of German origin, Amelia means 'work' or 'industrious'. It comes from the German name Amalia.

Nicknames for Amelia include Millie and Amie.

Between 2011 and 2015, Amelia was the most popular girls' name in England and Wales and now sits at number two. It's also a top 10 choice in Australia, Ireland, Scotland, New Zealand and the US.

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Of German origin, Freda means 'peace'.

Similar names include Frida and Frieda. Cute nicknames for Freda include Fred, Freddy and Freddie.

It's a fairly unusual name in the UK these days, with just 15 baby Fredas born in 2019.

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Of German origin, Millicent means 'strong at work'.

It can be shortened to Milly or Millie.

A popular name in 1500s, Millicent was also a favourite choice of the Victorians.

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Of English origin, Janet means 'God is gracious'.

Before becoming a name in its own right, Janet was a nickname for Jane.

Famous Janets include singer Janet Jackson and journalist Janet Street-Porter.

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Of Latin origin, Fanny is a diminutive of Frances and means 'free one' or 'from France'.

Nowadays it's more commonly used as a slang term for the vulva and vagin*, a usage that was first recorded in the mid 1800s. In the US, it's a slang word for bottom.

Unsurprisingly, no babies in the UK have been named Fanny in recent years.

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An English name of Hebrew origin, Joan means 'God is gracious'. It's a female form of the name John and is related to the names Jane and Janet.

Joanie makes a cute nickname for Joan.

Famous Joans include Joan of Arc, Hollywood actress, Joan Crawford, Joan Collins and singers Joan Baez and Joan Armatrading.

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Of Greek origin, Lydia means 'from Lydia'. Lydia was a place name for a region in Asia Minor.

Nicknames for Lydia include Lyds, Lyd, Lyddie and Liddie.

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Of Greek origin, Iris means 'rainbow'.

In Greek mythology, Iris was the goddess of the rainbow.

The name Iris has been gradually rising in popularity since the early 2000s and is now in the top 100 most popular baby girls' names in England and Wales.

Famous Irises include novelist Iris Murdoch and model Iris Law – daughter of Jude Law and Sadie Frost.

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Of French origin, Blanche means 'white'.

It's a very rare name choice these days. Just three baby girls were named Blanche in England and Wales in 2019.

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Of Hebrew origin, Miriam is a form of the name Mary. It is thought to mean 'drop of the sea', 'bitter' or 'beloved'.

Miriam is one of the top baby names in Israel and is popular among Jewish parents. Nicknames for Miriam include Miri, Mira, Mim and Mimi.

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An English name of Hebrew origin, Jean is a female form of John. It means 'God is gracious'.

Nicknames for Jean include jeanie and Jeannie.

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Of Hebrew origin, the name Rachel means 'ewe'.

Rachel can also be spelt Rachael. The Spanish form is Raquel.

One of the best-known Rachels is the character Rachel Green from 90s sitcom Friends.

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Of German and Hebrew origin, Ella is said to have numerous meanings including 'goddess', 'fairy maiden' and 'light'.

Nicknames for Ella include Elle and Ellie, it can also be used as a nickname for the longer name Eleanor.

The name Ella has been in the top 20 girls' names in England and Wales since 2001.

Famous Ellas include jazz singer Ella Fitzgerald and singer Ella Henderson.

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From Greek origin, Christina means 'a Christian'.

The French form of the name is Christine. Nicknames include Chrissie, Chris, Christie, Tina and Xtina.

Famous Christinas include singers Christina Aguilera and Christina Milian, and actress Christina Ricci.

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Of Hebrew origin, Nancy means 'grace'.

Originally a nickname for Agnes and Anne, Nancy is also a name in its own right and can be shortened to Nan or Nance.

The name Nancy is having a moment: since 2014 it's been in the top 100 girls' names and is becoming steadily more fashionable.

Famous Nancys include fictional detective Nancy Drew, Nancy from Oliver Twist and singer Nancy Sinatra.