English names page 9 of 14
2,739 names from the English naming tradition, each with its meaning, origin, pronunciation and how it is seen around the world.
- LeytonBoyFrom the farm or meadow.
- LibbyGirlMy God is abundance.
- LibertyUnisexFreedom.
- LiddyGirlMy God is abundance or protection.
- Lila (English)GirlMy God is abundance or delicate.
- LilacGirlThe flowering shrub.
- LilahGirlMy God is abundance or delicate.
- LilianUnisexFrom the lily or descended from Lilium.
- LilibetGirlMy God is abundance.
- LilibethGirlMy God is abundance.
- LilliaGirlFrom the lily.
- LillianGirlFrom the lily or descended from Elizabeth.
- LillieGirlFrom the lily.
- LillyGirlFrom the lily.
- LilyGirlThe flower, symbol of purity.
- Lily-RoseGirlThe lily and rose flowers combined.
- Lina (English)GirlSoft, tender, or graceful; in some contexts, a short form meaning beautiful.
- LincolnBoyFrom the English city's Roman name Lindum Colonia, combining Celtic (lake) with Latin (colony).
- LindaGirlSoft, flexible, tender, from the Germanic element lind; the name coincides with Iberian words meaning beautiful.
- LindenUnisexFrom Old High German linta, referring to the linden tree.
- LindonBoyFrom a surname variant of Lyndon, itself from a place name meaning linden tree valley or enclosure.
- LindsayUnisexLake island, from the Celtic root lindos (lake) and Old English ieg (island), originally referring to the region of…
- LindyUnisexOriginally from the Lindy Hop dance, possibly derived from Charles Lindbergh; later a diminutive of Linda.
- LinfordBoyFrom a location name combining flax or linden with ford (river crossing).
- LinkBoyA connection or bond; a short form of Lincoln.
- LinnaeaGirlFrom the twinflower, a small delicate flower found in northern climates.
- LinnetGirlFrom the small songbird of the finch family, or a variant of Lynette.
- LinnieGirlA diminutive or affectionate form, primarily from Linda and similar Lin- names.
- LintonBoyFrom a settlement name combining flax or linden with -ton (town).
- LinwoodBoyFrom a location name combining stream with wood (forest).
- LisaGirlShort form of Elizabeth, meaning God's oath or God's promise.
- LishaGirlExtracted from longer names with a -lisha ending sound.
- LissaGirlA short form of Melissa, meaning "bee" in Greek.
- LitaGirlA short form of names ending in -lita, sometimes shortened from names like Carlita or Rosita.
- LivvyGirlA diminutive of Olivia, meaning "olive tree."
- LivyGirlA diminutive of Olivia, meaning "olive tree."
- LizGirlA short form of Elizabeth, from Hebrew meaning "God is my oath."
- LizaGirlA short form of Elizabeth or its equivalents in other languages, meaning "God is my oath."
- LizbethGirlA short form of Elizabeth, meaning "God is my oath."
- LizetteGirlA diminutive of Elizabeth, meaning "God is my oath."
- LizzieGirlA diminutive of Elizabeth, meaning "God is my oath."
- LizzyGirlA diminutive of Elizabeth, meaning "God is my oath."
- LloydBoyFrom a Welsh surname meaning "grey."
- LockieBoyA diminutive of Lachlan, a Scottish name meaning "from Lochlan" or relating to Loch (lake).
- LoganUnisexFrom a Scottish place name meaning "little hollow" or "small depression in the land."
- LoisGirlPossibly from Greek loion, "better" or "more desirable"; the exact root is uncertain.
- LoliciaGirlAn elaborated form of Lola, which is short for names like Dolores meaning "sorrows."
- LonBoyA short form of Alonzo, from Germanic origins meaning "noble" or "ready."
- LondonUnisexFrom the city of London, whose meaning is uncertain but possibly Celtic in origin.
- LoniGirlA feminine variant of Lonnie, sometimes used as a shortened form of Leilani.
- LonnieBoyA short form of Alonzo, from Germanic origins meaning "noble" or "ready."
- LonnyBoyA short form of Alonzo, from Germanic origins meaning "noble" or "ready."
- LorelaiGirlA variant of Lorelei, from Germanic origins possibly meaning "murmuring rock" or related to allure and song.
- LorenUnisexA short form of the masculine Laurence or a variant of the feminine Lauren, both derived from the Latin name…
- LoreneGirlA variant of Loren or Lorena, probably influenced by names like Arlene and Serene.
- LorettaGirlPossibly a variant of Lauretta or derived from the Italian place name Loreto, or perhaps an elaboration of various Lor-…
- LoriGirlA short form created from names like Laura, Lorraine and similar names beginning with Lor, carrying the same meaning as…
- LorindaGirlAn elaboration of Lori created by adding the popular English suffix -inda, making it a diminutive of diminutive.
- LornaGirlDerived from the Scottish place name Lorne or the title Marquis of Lorne, possibly related to the legendary Loarn mac…
- LorneBoyFrom the Scottish place name Lorne or the title Marquis of Lorne, both possibly derived from the name of Loarn mac…
- LorraineGirlDerived from the Lorraine region of France, whose name originally referred to "the kingdom of Lothar" after the…
- LotusGirlFrom the lotus flower (Nelumbo nucifera), a water lily, or the mythological lotus tree, both ultimately derived from…
- LouUnisexA short form of Louise (feminine) or Louis (masculine), both derived from Germanic elements meaning fame and warrior.
- LouellaGirlA combination of Lou and the popular English name suffix -ella, creating a fuller form from the diminutive Lou.
- LouieBoyA diminutive of Louis, derived from Germanic elements meaning fame and warrior.
- LouisaGirlThe Latinate feminine form of Louis, derived from Germanic elements meaning fame and warrior.
- LoveUnisexTaken directly from the English word love, with roots in Old English lufu, expressing the concept of affection and…
- LovelBoyA surname-derived name, with Lovel being an alternate spelling of Lowell, which comes from Norman French combining lou…
- LovellBoyA surname-based name derived from Lowell, which combines the Norman French lou (wolf) with a diminutive suffix.
- LovemoreBoyFormed from the English words "love" and "more": a name expressing an abundance of affection and desire.
- LowellBoyFrom an English surname derived from Norman French elements: lou, meaning wolf, and a diminutive suffix.
- LowenBoyA recently created name, possibly deriving from established names like Owen or Rowan, or alternatively from Cornish…
- LoyalBoyFaithful and devoted, unwavering in allegiance.
- LoyaltyGirlThe quality of being faithful and devoted.
- LuanaGirlPossibly meaning "graceful warrior" or a poetic creation combining elements of Hawaiian and European naming traditions.
- LuannGirlA name possibly joining Lou and Ann into one form, or deriving from Luana.
- LuannaGirlJoining Lou and Anna, or a form related to Luana.
- LucindaGirlShining light, a feminine elaboration conveying brilliance and clarity.
- LuckyUnisexFavored by fortune, blessed with good chance.
- LucyGirlShining light, bringing illumination.
- LukeBoyFrom Latin Lucas, itself the Greek name Loukas, probably shortened from Loukanos, "belonging to Lucania," a region of…
- Lula (English)GirlSmall or delicate, often used as a diminutive form.
- Lulu (English)GirlPearl or precious jewel, representing something valuable and beautiful.
- LutherBoyArmy of the people, a name with strong historical and reformist associations.
- LuveniaGirlPossibly derived from the Latin word for "lovable" or related to the root meaning "to love".
- LyallBoyWolf, derived from an ancient Germanic word for the wild animal.
- LydaGirlPossibly "from Lydia," a region in ancient Anatolia, or a variant of Lydia meaning "from Lydia".
- LylaGirlIsland, with origins in Old French.
- LylahGirlIsland, from Norman French roots.
- LyleBoyIsland, derived from a Norman French geographical term.
- LyndonBoyLinden tree hill, a geographical reference to a linden-covered hillside.
- LynetteGirlFrom a Welsh place name element meaning lake.
- LynnUnisexA place name derived from Welsh meaning lake.
- LynnaGirlAn elaboration of Lynn, meaning lake.
- LynxBoyA type of wild cat with tufted ears and a short tail.
- LyraGirlFrom Greek lýra, "lyre", the stringed instrument of myth and music.
- LyricUnisexA short poem or song expressing personal emotion, or resembling one in style.
- Lyssa (English)GirlA short, independent form of Alyssa, carrying that name's own uncertain meaning rather than one of its own.
- MabelGirlLovable, or capable of being loved.
- MabellaGirlLovable, or capable of being loved.
- MabelleGirlLovable, or capable of being loved.
- MacarthurBoyA Scottish surname meaning "son of Arthur", used occasionally as a given name in English-speaking contexts.
- MacaulayBoyFrom a Scottish Gaelic surname, descended from Amhalghadh: meaning uncertain.
- MackBoySon of, from Scottish and Irish naming traditions.
- MackenzieUnisexSon of Coinneach, a Scottish given name.
- MacyGirlDerived from a place name originally based on a Gallo-Roman personal name.
- MaddenBoyDescendant of someone named Madaidh, meaning dog or hound.
- MaddieGirlA short form of Madeline or Madison.
- MaddoxBoyDescendant of Madoc.
- MaddyGirlA short form of Madeline or Madison.
- MadelineGirlFrom Magdala, a place in ancient Galilee.
- MadgeGirlA pearl or a diminutive of Margaret.
- MadiGirlA short form of Madeline or Madison.
- MadisonUnisexDerived from English surnames with roots in masculine and feminine given names.
- MadonnaGirlMy lady, from Italian ma donna referring to the Virgin Mary.
- MaeGirlA shorter variant of May, the spring month.
- MaggieGirlDerived from Margaret, meaning pearl.
- MagnoliaGirlFrom the magnolia flower, a large fragrant bloom.
- MahalaGirlPossibly meaning tenderness or gentleness, from Hebrew origins.
- MaitlandUnisexPossibly meaning inhospitable, from a Norman French place name.
- MajorBoyFrom a Germanic name meaning council spear, or from the English word meaning rank or importance.
- MalandraGirlAn invented name using the feminine suffix -andra, possibly from Greek meaning man-defender.
- MalaniGirlPossibly combining mal- with lani, a Hawaiian word for heaven or sky.
- MalaysiaGirlFrom the name of the country Malaysia, derived from the Malay people and possibly meaning to run or go fast.
- MalloryGirlFrom Old French maleüré, possibly meaning unfortunate or unlucky.
- MaloneUnisexFrom an Irish surname with roots in religious tradition and family heritage.
- MamieGirlA diminutive or affectionate form of Mary or Margaret.
- MandiGirlA diminutive or informal spelling of Amanda, meaning lovable.
- MandyGirlA diminutive of Amanda, meaning lovable.
- ManleyBoyFrom Old English, meaning common clearing or shared meadow.
- MannyBoyFrom Emmanuel, meaning God is with us in Hebrew.
- ManselBoyFrom a surname referring to someone from Le Mans, a city in France.
- MapleGirlFrom the maple tree (genus Acer), derived from Old English mapul.
- MarciGirlA diminutive of Marcia, derived from Mars, the Roman god of war.
- MarciaGirlFeminine form of the Roman family name Marcius, itself built on Marcus and ultimately linked to Mars, the Roman god of…
- MarillaGirlPossibly a 19th-century elaboration of Mary, or a coinage inspired by the flower and pastoral name Amaryllis.
- MarindaGirlA name of uncertain origin, possibly a short form of Mary or a variant spelling of Miranda.
- Marion (English)BoyFrom a French surname derived from Marion, itself a diminutive of Marie.
- MarjorieGirlFrom the name Margery, influenced by the herb marjoram.
- MarkBoyEnglish form of the Latin name Marcus, most likely rooted in Mars, the Roman god of war.
- MarkyBoyA short form of Mark, using the diminutive suffix -y.
- MarleyUnisexFrom an English surname derived from a place name signifying a wood with a pleasant quality, boundary definition, or…
- MarlinBoyPossibly an English variant or diminutive form of Merlin.
- MarlonBoyA name of unknown origin and meaning.
- MarloweUnisexFrom an English surname derived from a place name signifying remnants or traces of a lake in Old English.
- MarlynUnisexA variant spelling combining elements of Marilyn or a masculine form related to Marlin.
- MarmadukeBoyPossibly derived from the Old Irish personal name Máel Máedóc.
- MarnieGirlPossibly a short form or diminutive of Marina.
- MarshallBoyA person in charge of organizing ceremonies or managing horses and servants.
- MarthaGirlFrom Aramaic marta, "the lady, the mistress": the feminine form of the word for master.
- MartieUnisexAn affectionate diminutive of Martin, Martina, or Martha.
- MartyBoyAn affectionate diminutive of Martin.
- MarvaGirlA feminine form of Marvin.
- MarvelGirlA miracle or wonder.
- MarvinBoyA beloved friend.
- MaryGirlFrom the Hebrew name Miryam, of uncertain meaning; often explained as "beloved" or "bitterness", though several other…
- Mary AnnGirlA combination of Mary and Ann.
- Mary AnneGirlA combination of Mary and Anne.
- Mary BethGirlA combination of Mary and Beth.
- Mary JaneGirlA combination of Mary and Jane.
- Mary JoGirlA combination of Mary and Jo.
- Mary LouGirlA combination of Mary and Lou.
- MarybelleGirlA combination of Mary and Belle.
- MaryellenGirlA combination of Mary and Ellen.
- MasonBoyA stoneworker or builder of stone structures.
- MastermanBoyA skilled servant or worker.
- MatBoyA short form of Matthew.
- MatildaGirlStrong in battle.
- MattBoyA short form of Matthew, meaning gift of God.
- MatthewBoyMeans "gift of the Lord", from a Hebrew name combining a word for "gift" with the divine name.
- MattieUnisexA diminutive of Matilda, Martha, or Matthew; used affectionately as a standalone name.
- MattyBoyA diminutive and casual form of Matthew, used affectionately as a standalone name.
- MaudGirlA medieval English and French form of Matilda, meaning strength in battle.
- MaudieGirlA diminutive of Maud, derived from Matilda and meaning strength in battle.
- MaurieUnisexA diminutive of Maurice or Maureen, derived from the Latin meaning dark-skinned.
- MaverickBoySignifies an independent spirit; the surname derives from a 19th-century property owner in Texas who left his livestock…
- MavisGirlFrom the name of the song thrush, a bird found across Europe; derived from Old French mauvis.
- MaxieUnisexA diminutive of Maximilian, Maxwell, Maxine, or other names beginning with Max; from the Latin meaning greatest.
- MaxineGirlA feminine elaboration of Max; from the Latin meaning greatest.
- MaxtonBoyDerives from a Scottish place name and surname meaning Mack's town or town of Magnus.
- MaxwellBoyFrom a Scottish surname meaning Mack's stream; from the personal name Mack combined with Old English wille (well…
- MayGirlFrom the month of May, ultimately derived from Maia, the Roman goddess of growth; also the name of the hawthorn flower.
- Maya (English)GirlEnglish spelling of Maia, from Greek maia, "mother, nurse": a nymph in Greek myth and a goddess of growth in Roman…
- MaybellineGirlA diminutive of Mabel, linked to Maybelline cosmetics brand founded in 1915 with the founder's sister Mabel as its…
- MaymeGirlPossibly a variant spelling of Mamie, from Mary; alternatively a May-based diminutive combining May with the -me ending.
- MaynardBoyFrom an English surname derived from the Old German Meginhard, meaning power and hardy.
- MckaylaGirlA variant of Michaela, often spelled McKayla with capitalization suggesting Irish or Scottish surname heritage; from…
- McKennaGirlDerives from Gaelic Mac Cionaodha, an Irish and Scottish patronymic surname meaning descendant of Cionaodh.
- McKinleyUnisexOriginates in the Gaelic Mac Fhionnlaigh, a Scottish surname descended from the personal name Fionnlagh meaning fair…
- MeadeUnisexFrom an English surname indicating one who lived on a meadow or one who made or sold mead (honey wine).
- MeadowGirlDerives directly from the English vocabulary word for an open grassy field, with roots in the Old English mædwe.
- MegGirlA diminutive of Margaret, meaning 'pearl'.
- MeghanGirlA variant of Megan, meaning 'pearl'.
- MeghannGirlA variant of Megan, meaning 'pearl'.
- MelUnisexAn abbreviation of longer names in the Mel- family; also used as an independent given name.
- MelanthaGirlA combination of Mel with the Greek suffix -antha, meaning 'flower'.
- MelbaGirlDerived from the Australian city of Melbourne.
- MelesinaGirlUnknown; possibly related to Millicent.
- MelinaGirlAn elaboration of Mel, or from the Greek word for honey.
- MelindaGirlA combination of Mel with the suffix -inda, possibly influenced by Belinda.