Female Russian names, beautiful and sonorous, are a great asset of the national culture. The centuries-old history of naming in Rus' has formed a huge name book of magnificent female names that have become an integral part of Russian history.
The origin of Russian names is very different, but their fate is the fate of Russia, a reflection of the great and long-suffering history of the country, the fullness of its cultural life. In addition, Russian names have been conquering the cultures of other countries for more than a decade, gradually turning from exotic and rare names into common and close names. Particularly popular in the West are short forms of Russian female names - Tanya, Liza, Sasha and others.
Modern beautiful female Russian names reflect the dynamics of the development of national culture in modern times, combining, on the one hand, Russia's openness to the world, the influence of other cultures, but on the other hand, the desire to preserve and strengthen the originality of national culture, its traditions and customs.
Traditions name naming in Russia
The history of naming in Rus' is in many ways similar to the history of naming all European peoples with one significant difference - the patronymic is included in the Russian naming system. Thus, the full Russian name consists of a personal name, patronymic and surname. In addition, like many other peoples, there are short forms of the name, nicknames, petting-diminutive forms, pseudonyms. In addition to the Russian people, patronymics exist among Belarusians, Ukrainians, Icelanders, Bulgarians and Greeks.
Before the adoption of Christianity, Old Russian names were a conglomerate consisting of a generic name, a nickname, a secret name, so it is sometimes impossible to determine which name is personal.
Significant changes in the practice of naming came with the adoption of Christianity, although for a long time not only peasants, but also princes had two names: one of Slavic origin (pagan), the other received at baptism. Until the 15th century, Russian princes had Slavic names, consisting of two bases - Vladimir, Yaropolk, Svyatoslav, Mstislav and others. The words from which princely names were composed most often had meanings associated with the world of military glory, valor and honor. Female princely names are also two-part - Pereyaslav, Dobronega, Yaroslav. Commoners did not have the right to bear princely names, as, however, for a long time they did not have either patronymics or surnames. The first Christian names as the main name, as well as surnames, were acquired by princes and boyars, then by merchants and clergy. The surnames of peasants are formed only by the end of the 19th century.
Origin of Russian female names
With the adoption of Christianity, the name book of Ancient Rus' expanded significantly. According to Orthodox tradition, a person acquired a name only at baptism. For a long time, the church was forced to fight pagan, that is, Slavic names. And, although some ancient Slavic names were present in the calendar, most of them were banned. The most interesting example of such a “forbidden fruit” is the female name Svetlana, which arose as a result of the literary searches of Russian romantics. Until now, many do not even realize that it has become such a native, it has a literary origin. However, the organic sound, its phonetics and positive meaning make it almost Old Slavonic. At least the Orthodox Church refused to include him in the calendar for a long time.
Most of the names of Orthodox saints are of ancient Greek and Roman origin. In turn, the ancient Greek civilization is known as a culture that absorbs the experience and traditions of other countries, and therefore the ancient Greek names absorbed the best names from various regions of the Oikoumene. The importance of Hebrew names, known to everyone in the Bible, is especially great.
Peter's reforms, cultural interactions with European countries, primarily France, Germany, Great Britain, also enriched the body of the Russian nomenclature, Russifying many Western European nicknames. For example, Pauline. Thus, by the end of the 19th century, an impressive name book was formed, incorporating hundreds of beautiful Russian word variants.
The next turning point in the history of Russian naming was the October Revolution, which marked the transition to the Soviet naming system. The role of saints in the choice was abolished. Names appear as a result of abbreviation. For example, Vladlena - Vladimir + Lenin.
So, by origin, Russian female names are divided into:
- Slavic: Alena, Bogdana, Borislav, Vlad, Darina, Zabava, Zarina, Zlata, Lada, Lyubava, Lyudmila, Mila, Milana, Milena, Miloslava, Miroslava, Rada, Radmila, Snezhana,;
- ancient Greek and ancient Roman: Avdotya, Aurora, Aglaya, Agrippina, Akulina, Alexander, Antonina, Anfisa, Valentina, Valery, Barbara, Vasilisa, Venus, Veronica, Victoria, Glafira, Diana, Eugene, Efrosinya, Larisa, Lydia, Melania, Natalia, Nina, Pelageya, Polina, Praskovya, Raisa, Sophia, Taisia, Tamara, Tatyana, and others;
- Hebrew: Anna, Elizabeth, Leah, Martha, Seraphim, Susanna.
- Soviet: Idea, Iskra, Vilena, Vladlen, Ninel, Oktyabrina, Stalin.
Choosing a beautiful modern female Russian name
Currently, the name of the child is chosen only by the parents, and no matter how unusual it would be, the registry office is obliged to register it.
Modern scientists have found that the determining factor in favor of choosing one or another option is its "beauty". For Russians, this means: euphony of the name, harmonious compatibility with the patronymic and surname, pleasant cultural and symbolic associations. As practice shows, more and more Russians, when choosing a child's name, are guided by Orthodox saints, which leads to the return of many forgotten names. For example, Varvara, Pelageya, Ulyana and others.
An important factor influencing the choice of a name is its popularity, the fashion for a name. This factor has always mattered. An example is widely known when, thanks to the genius of A. S. Pushkin, the name Tatiana, once considered common, came into fashion and gained popularity among the nobles. What can we say about our time, when the mass media shape the tastes and preferences of a multi-million audience.
As the survey showed, for several years now the most popular and, therefore, beautiful female name for Russians has been the name Anastasia. He is followed by: Sofia, Anna, Alexandra, Maria, Daria, Elizabeth, Polina, Elena, Natalia.
If you make a list of the most beautiful modern Russian female names and their meanings, you get the following:
Alexandra is a protector, reliable;
- noble;
- favor;
Anastasia - resurrected;
Antonina - from the Antoniev clan;
Valentina is strong;
Valeria - healthy, strong;
Barbara is a foreigner;
Vasilisa - royal;
Faith is faith;
Veronica - on the personal name of Ptolemy's wife Fereniki;
- the winner;
Galina - calm, serene;
- great fire
Eugenia - noble;
Catherine - true, pure;
- solar;
Elizabeth - worshiping God;
Jeanne - given by God;
Zinaida - divine;
Zlata - golden;
Zoya - life;
Inna - a stormy stream;
Irina - peaceful;
Karina - sweetheart;
Carolina - from the male name Karl;
Kira - mistress;
- a Christian
Xenia is a wanderer;
Lada - on behalf of the Slavic goddess of love and beauty;
Larisa - seagull;
Love love;
Lyudmila - dear to people;
Margarita is a pearl;
Marina - sea;
Miroslava - glorious in peace;
Hope is hope;
As it is believed in many cultures, the name given to a person at birth determines to some extent his future fate. This belief was also widespread among the ancient Slavs, whose female names we will discuss below.
Naming traditions in ancient Rus'
Such a reverent and serious attitude to the name often led to the fact that a person was named twice. One name was known to everyone and served only for communication, while the other, genuine, was not given to anyone except the closest people, relatives and friends. Old Russian female names were also selected in accordance with this rule. Keeping them secret helped protect the girls from the influence of evil spirits and harmful witchcraft. At the same time, often the first name was, as it is now called, negative. That is, it reflected any negative traits or concepts. This type includes such old Russian female names as Zloba, Nekrasa, Kriva and so on. It was believed that if you call a girl like that, then the property of the name will depart from her. And in life, the opposite, positive meaning will prevail. Given this name at birth. The second naming took place when the child reached the age of majority (according to ancient standards). That is, this naming was part of a person's initiation into adulthood, into society. The name was chosen most often on the basis of the personal qualities that the girl possessed. An example here is such old Russian female names as Vesselina and Golub.
Name sources
The Slavs had a huge variety of names. In general, all the old Russian female names known today, as well as male ones, can be divided into five groups. The first includes those that are the names of representatives of the animal world or plants. For example, according to this principle, a girl could be called Pike, Swan, and so on. The second group includes a list of old Russian female names, which are numerals. That is, the girl could be called the serial number of her birth in the family - Pervusha, Osmaya, etc. The third group suggests that the name was given to the child in honor of some goddess. For example, in honor of the goddess of beauty, the baby could be called Lada. The fourth type includes names based on the personal qualities of a person. We have given examples of this type above. And finally, the fifth group is the most beautiful old Russian female names, since they consist of two bases. What makes them especially capacious, sonorous, intricate and filled with deep meaning. Vivid examples here are the names of Yaroslav, Tikhomir, Radimir. From this group, by transformation and reduction, a subgroup of simpler names has come. Svyatosha, Milonega, Yarilka are typical examples of this kind. From all the listed groups, Old Russian female names for the child were freely chosen, although hypothetically, the Magi could have some influence on the choice.
Old Russian names after Christianization
The Church, expanding its influence in the Slavic lands, devoutly fought against everything pagan. It is not surprising, therefore, that after Christianization, most of the original Russian names were forgotten and replaced by Greco-Roman and Jewish variants. There were even lists of names forbidden by the church and to be forgotten. First of all, it included, of course, the names of pagan gods (Lada, for example). In addition, those worn by the leaders of the pagan opposition were forbidden to be used. This was done so that the memory of them was erased. After all, if no one names a child in honor of the disgraced sorcerer, then after the death of the hero of the opposition, no one will remember. Unfortunately, today the original Slavic names in Russia are very rare. Old Russian female names, like male ones, have not yet come out of the shadows. Although the traditional Christian variants have been replaced by Soviet ones, now Western European forms are also actively penetrating.
Old Russian female names and their meanings
Below we provide a list of the main Slavic female names. Due to centuries of oblivion, not all Old Russian female names have come down to us. Therefore, a complete list cannot be compiled. But those that remain will be quite enough for our article.
B
Bazhen. This name means a desired child.
Beloslav. A name consisting of two bases - "white" and "glory". Accordingly, its meaning is "white glory".
Berislav. Means "taking glory".
Blagoslav. Means a woman glorifying goodness, kindness. Can be shortened to Blagan, Blagin.
Bogdan. Literally means "given by God". Short form - Bozena.
Bozhidar. Almost the same as Bogdana, only not given, but given by God.
Boleslav. This beautiful name should be understood as "glorified."
Borislav. So called a woman fighting for glory.
Boyana. In the old days, this word was called storytellers who told legends and myths.
Bratislava. The name is based on two roots: “fight” and “praise”.
Bronislava. Means "defender of glory".
Bryachislav. The first root in the name is closely related in meaning to the modern verb "rattling". Accordingly, the meaning of the name is "rattling", that is, "praise on a musical instrument."
IN
Velimira. The name comes from the concept of "big world".
Velislav. Literally - "the most glorious." Abbreviated versions: Velichka, Velichka.
Wenceslas. "Crowned with glory" or "wearing a wreath of glory."
Faith. A name preserved by tradition. Doesn't need translation.
Veselin. He speaks of the cheerfulness and cheerful disposition of his bearer. The feminine form of the name Veselin. The name Vesela has the same meaning.
G
Gorislav. Means "burning in glory".
Gradislava. This name means a woman guarding glory.
Granislav. The literal meaning is "improving fame."
D
Darena. Denotes "donated". Darina, Dara are shortened versions of this name.
Dobromila. Obviously, he speaks of a kind and sweet woman.
Dragomir. Literally - "the one that is dearer than the world."
Dobroslav. This name can be interpreted as "glorifying kindness." An alternative meaning is "good fame".
AND
Zhdana. The name means the expected child.
Z
Zvenislav. In modern Russian, it means "announcing glory."
Goldenflower. Short form - Zlata. Obviously, it semantically correlates with the golden color.
AND
Spark. It comes from the word "sincere".
Languor. Talks about languor. As expected, reflects the fact of difficult childbirth.
TO
Casimir. This name is common in Poland today. Means "showing the world".
Krasimira. "Beautiful and peaceful woman" - this is how the name is understood today. Abbreviated to be Krasa.
L
Lada. The name of the goddess of beauty, love, marriage and peace.
Love. The name is still popular in Russia today. The form Lyubava is also known. Doesn't need comments.
Lubomir. Says that the bearer of the name loves the world.
M
Malusha. Another form is Mlada. Means small or younger.
Milan. Means just a nice woman. Also known are such forms as Milena, Milava, Umila, Milica, Milada.
Mstislav. Means a woman glorifying revenge.
Miroslav. This is the name of a woman who glorifies the world.
H
Hope. The form of Hope is also known. The name is well known even today.
Nekras. A striking example of a "negative" name. Means an ugly woman.
P
Putislav. The meaning of the name is "praise intelligently."
Putimir. This name consists of two bases: "peace" and "put" (means "mind"). Accordingly, it can be understood as "a woman who has a peaceful mind."
R
Radislava. It translates as "caring for glory."
Radmila. This is the name of a sweet and caring woman.
Rodislav. This name means "glorifying kind."
WITH
Svetislav. A name that means "glorifying light." Alternative form - Svetoslava.
Svetlana. A common name today. He speaks of the spiritual lordship of his bearer.
Svetozar. The literal meaning is illuminating.
Stanimira. A name that translates into modern Russian as "establishing peace."
T
Tverdimir. Obviously, the name comes from the phrase "solid world", which can also be understood as "stronghold of the world."
Tverdislav. Similar to the previous name, but with a shift from the concept of "world" to the concept of "glory".
Tvorimira. This is the name of a woman who creates, creates the world.
H
Chaslava. Means a woman, looking forward, that is, waiting for glory. Another well-known form of this name is Cheslava.
Chernava. So called black-haired or swarthy woman. Another form of the name is Chernavka.
I
Yaroslav. This name is not forgotten even today, although it is found mainly in the male form. Means a woman glorifying Yarilo - the god of the sun.
Jaromir. The interpretation of the name gives the concept of the solar world or the world of Yarila.
The question of how to name a child worries future parents long before the appearance of the long-awaited baby. The choice is often not only the parents themselves. Grandparents, aunts and uncles, maybe even friends join. Everyone needs to express their point of view. Mom wants the child to bear the name of his beloved grandmother or grandfather, while dad insists that the name be beautiful, solid, such as that of famous people in cinema and sports. Grandmothers insist on holy grandfathers can offer something completely original or out of the ordinary. The list of names is just huge. Foreign celebrities are very popular, sometimes there are even nicknames of fictional characters in computer games. But no matter how sweet they are specifically for parents, it is still necessary to follow some recommendations before naming your child for a long life.
Now ancient Slavic names are especially popular. However, many Russian names that everyone hears are by no means of Slavic origin. A large number are borrowed from Greek, Latin. Initially, Russian names were similar in meaning to any qualities and characteristics of a person (Birch, Cat, Lesser, Wolf). With the introduction of Christianity in Rus' at the end of the first millennium, a gradual displacement took place. They were mixed with Byzantine church names. In addition to Byzantine, there were also Hebrew, Egyptian, ancient Roman, Syrian nicknames. All of them were not a simple set of letters, they denoted some specific qualities.
By the middle of the 19th century, all the names changed their appearance, transformed into the then Russian pronunciation. Thus, Jeremiah became Jeremy, and Diomede became Demid. In connection with the new ideology, at the beginning of the 20th century, names began to appear that reflected the time of industrialization: Diamara, Revmira. The names of characters from foreign novels were also borrowed: Arnold, Alfred, Rudolph, Lilia. In the years 1930-1950, there was a rapid return to real Russians (Maria, Vladimir, Ilya). The ancient names of the Russian people are popular not only in Russia. Many Russian names are worn by residents of Europe and Canada.
Does the name determine the fate of a person?
In Rus', it was customary to give the child two names. The first was intended for everyone around, the second was secret, only the closest people knew it. Thus, according to legend, protection was provided from the evil eye, evil thoughts and spirits. Evil forces did not know the name-key to the person (that is, his real church name), thus, they could not do any harm. Upon reaching adolescence, it was possible to judge the traits of a person's character. Then a name was given based on the following list:
- Names of deities: Yarilo, Lada.
- Names of plants, animals: Wolf, Nut, Eagle, Pike.
- Names from the category of personality traits: Stoyan, Brave.
- Two-part names: Miroljub, Dobrozhir, Dobrynya, Yaropolk.
What are the most popular Slavic old boy names?
The ancient names of boys are a fairly popular topic for discussion in Runet in 2013 and early 2014. According to average estimates for Russian cities, such names as Stepan, Bogdan and Makar are rapidly gaining popularity. In addition, the old names got into this top: Elisha, Miroslav, Gordey, Nazar, Rodion, Tikhon. The most unusual name for boys is Diamond.
What to name the boy?
If you want to bring characteristic features to your child's nature, then check out the list of the most popular Slavic names. Perhaps this information will be the most important for you to choose the name of the child. Old boy names and their meanings:
What are the most popular Slavic
As you know, statistics know everything. So, she identified the most popular Slavic ancient female names of 2013. They became such ancient nicknames as Alena, Darina, Dana, Nadezhda, Rostislava, Snezhana, Yaromila. Girls are much more often called by old Slavic names than boys.
How to name a girl?
And now check out the list of the most popular Slavic female names. Ancient names and their meanings:
- given by God - Bogdan;
- happy - Blessed;
- praising - Wanda;
- owning fame - Vladislav;
- current - Dobrodeya;
- given by God - Darina;
- peace-loving - Ladomira;
- beauty - Krasomir;
- radiant - Luchesara;
- sweetheart - Militsa;
- forest - Olesya;
- glorious - Rostislav;
- snowy - Snezhana;
- young - Yaromila.
Slavic old Russian names for a child by season
The character can be influenced not only by the date of birth, but also by the corresponding season. Astrologers assure that it is possible to correct the fate and character traits with the help of the correct name. Ancient Russian names are endowed with thousands of years of knowledge of their ancestors, they have a special semantic load.
Serious and talented autumn children do not need to choose a special name. They can choose both soft and hard names.
Winter children are intolerant, quick-tempered, they have a certain amount of selfishness. Light names are preferred, soft and gentle. Old names with a soft base can balance character traits.
Spring children have a sharp mind, they are self-critical and fickle. They often have a great sense of humor. You should opt for solid-sounding names.
Summer children are easily influenced, they are trusting and easy-going. Therefore, it is better to stop your choice also on solid names.
The meaning of the name according to the Orthodox calendar
When choosing an old Russian name for a child, you should pay attention to traditions. And Orthodox principles say that you need to name a newborn in honor of a saint. Whose memory is celebrated on the day of naming (most often this is the eighth day after birth) - this is how the baby is called. Keep in mind that the days of memory of saints are celebrated according to the old style. Therefore, to determine the correct date, you must add the number 13 to the main date. The calendar for celebrating the name day of Orthodox saints and all the old names can now be viewed in the Saints, learned from confessors and in any other sources.
It is not at all necessary that the name for the child be exotic or rare. You can not choose old names. Sympathy plays a decisive role. For the final choice, make a list of the best names, consult with relatives and friends, find out their opinion. Based on all this, choose exactly what you like.
Choosing a name for your little princess is a pleasant and, at the same time, responsible process. Future parents, as well as grandparents, go through all the possible options before settling on any one. The name with which the girl comes into this world largely determines her character and future fate.
Over the name for a newborn baby sometimes you have to "sweat"Possible criteria for choosing a name for a girl
It can be very difficult to choose the best name for a daughter, especially when disagreements arise between mom and dad. Parents sort through the maximum number of options, paying attention to both fashionable and old ones.
First of all, they consider the beautiful Russian royal names that the Rurik girls were called - Ekaterina, Sofia, Anastasia, Anna, Alexandra, Elizabeth, Maria. They recall unusual old ones - Aglaya, Angelina, Lukerya, Evdokia, Iraida, Claudia, Marta, Pelageya. Each of the options has a unique origin and meaning.
Someone wants to name a newborn in memory of a loved one. In this case, it is worth remembering that it is not correct to name your child after a deceased relative. Consider interesting and rare names for girls. They are also chosen by value, according to the church calendar, according to the horoscope and the advice of an astrologer.
By name meaning
When naming a child, they look at the meaning of the name when they want to give certain features to his character. In addition, no one wants a letter code to have a bad meaning.
- Aglaya - "shining". Aglai are bright personalities, ideas and emotions literally gush out of them, they are always ahead and ready to lead their team behind them.
- Alexandra is a strong letter code, which means “strong-willed” in translation. Children profitably use their natural data, they know how to carefully hide emotions.
- Anastasia - "resurrected". Nastya's girls are kind and gentle, but with a strong character. Very dreamy nature.
- Angelina - "messenger". The name is gentle, the word "angel" is clearly read in it, but its owners are energetic and decisive.
- Anna - one of the names of the royal family, translated as "brave". Ani is principled, accurate, patient.
- Catherine - means "chaste". Katya grow up intellectually developed and purposeful, able to achieve success.
- Iraida - in translation - "heroine". Iraids are active and proud. Such people in life achieve everything they want.
- Claudia - "stubborn". Perseverance is the main character trait of Klava, and this helps her a lot in life.
- Mary means "serenity". An affectionate nature that wants to warm and protect everyone around.
- Martha - "noble". A young lady with a rare and beautiful name grows up calm, balanced and caring.
- Sophia (Sofia) - means "reasonable, wise." Girls with this name usually have a rich inner world. In life they are lucky and happy.
According to the church calendar
The method of choosing a name according to the Saints is popular. It is believed that a child named according to the church calendar is under the protection of his guardian angel from the first days of life. A Saint's day is celebrated daily. It remains to choose one of them.
The most beautiful church female names for a daughter have Slavic, Greek and Hebrew roots. It is also worth finding information about why a person was canonized as a Saint. With a difficult choice, they look at the adjacent dates and the entire month.
Winter
- In December, daughters are named after the Saints: Anna, Anastasia, Barbara, Catherine, Zoe, Kira, Lily, Margarita, Mary, Tamara, Tatiana, Ulyana, Yulia.
- In January, the name day of Arina, Anastasia, Antonina, Agnia, Vasilisa, Barbara, Eugenia, Maria, Melania, Irina, Xenia, Tatyana, Ulyana, Emilia, Yulia. Daughters born in January have a strong character. The name given according to the Saints is able to soften it and endow the girl with tenderness.
- In February, Agnia, Anna, Alexandra, Alevtina, Arina, Vasilisa, Vera, Zoya, Ekaterina, Inna, Christina, Sofia have Angel Day. Just as in the case of the January daughters, the name of the Saint will soften their unbending winter character.
It is believed that the names according to the holy calendar protect the child throughout his life. Spring
- March Saints: Anna, Arina, Barbara, Galina, Daria, Kira, Maria, Marianna, Marina, Nadezhda, Olga, Ulyana, Juliana, Julia. Girls born in the first month of spring are often gentle and indecisive, but at the same time, talented and charming.
- In April, in the church calendar, the name day of Saints Anastasia, Anna, Barbara, Daria, Larisa, Lydia, Nika, Praskovya, Sofia. Children born in April are successful and talented.
- May princesses according to the Saints can be called: Valeria, Zhanna, Zoya, John, Tamara, Faina, Fedor, Elsa, Julia.
Summer
- The June ones are called - Alena, Vera, Elena, Zinaida, Lilia, Susanna, Juliana.
- In July, the days of the Saints - Agrippina, Valentina, Dinara, Lucia, Margarita, Rimma, Tatiana, Yana.
- In August - Angela, Angelina, Anna, Anfisa, Daria, Eva, II, Melica, Xenia, Nonna.
Girls born in the autumn season of the family are friendly and easy to communicate with. Autumn
Autumn children are diligent, diligent and strive for excellence:
- In September, the name day of Alena, Vasilisa, Elena, Lyudmila, Martha, Oksana, Regina, Seraphim, Sofia, Fekla, Elsa.
- In October - Ariadne, Arina, Vera, Veronica, Virineya, Dora, Elizabeth, Zlata, Marianne, Polina, Tatiana, Fevronia.
- In November - Arina, Anna, Alexandra, Glykeria, Elizabeth, Martha, Matrona, Neonilla, Nina, Olga, Stephanie.
The list of beautiful Orthodox names can be continued for a long time. It can be obtained at the church where the parents are going to baptize the child. The lists may differ depending on the monastery in which they were compiled.
Horoscope
Some parents turn to astrology and horoscopes to choose a name. In this case, there is also food for thought, since several options are suitable for each sign of the zodiac at once - simple and not very. The following are beautiful modern names according to the signs of the zodiac.
Sometimes when choosing a name, they are guided by astrological principles. - The sign Aries corresponds to the maiden names Alice, Alla, Raya.
- Taurus is called Angela, Diana, Maya, Monica.
- Gemini women have sonorous names - Aksinya, Albina, Yvette, Clara, Taisiya, Eliza.
- Cancer girls are very impressionable people. The names of Bogdan, Lolita, Melania are suitable for them.
- The majestic Lions are called accordingly - Aurora, Ilona, Emma.
- The names Constance, Regina, Linda are suitable for the feminine Virgo.
- Charming Libra - Veronica, Zlata, Love, Milena, Pelageya, Snezhana.
- Owners of a changeable character, born under the sign of Scorpio, are called Louise, Martha, Elina.
- Sagittarians are called Zhanna, Marianna, Fekla.
- Capricorns - Barbara, Kira, Renata.
- The Aquarius girl is given the name Ilona or Aelita.
- Pisces - Amelia, Eve.
Other criteria
By time of year:
- trying to balance the winter atmosphere, they call their daughters sunny and warm names - Svetlana, Lyudmila, Natalya;
- in the spring, daughters are called more harshly - Irina, Victoria, Ruslana;
- summer children can be called Margarita, Valeria, Antonina;
- autumn - Yesenia, Zlata, Vera, Olesya.
When parents want to highlight a girl, they give her a rare name. When mom and dad want to single out their child so that his name is the only one in kindergarten and school, in Russia they give rare and beautiful, sometimes forgotten, old feminine names - Ophelia, Valencia, Dominica. When replacing one letter in the traditional name, new unusual options are obtained: Alesya, Daria, Olena.
By the name of your favorite musical artist or actress:
- Rihanna;
- Bianca;
- Nastasya.
TOP of the most popular female names of recent years in Russia
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- Sofia;
- Alice;
- Pauline;
- Arina;
- Victoria;
- Valeria;
- Elizabeth;
- Karina;
- Milena;
- Maria.
Great options for naming your baby, but very common these days.
Rare and beautiful Russian names
Turning to the origins, you can remember Russian names, beautiful and old, and choose an unusual name for a girl. They are old and have a history.
Each of them stores a letter code with meaning:
- Bozhena;
- Olympics;
- Veroslav;
- August;
- Zlatislav;
- Ariadne;
- Lubomir;
- Neonilla;
- Pelagia;
- Praskovya;
- Stanislav;
- Kaleria.
Unusual international names
There are many beautiful female names that sound almost the same in all languages. These names are international: Adeline, Alexandra, Anna, Adriana, Agatha, Agnes, Amalia, Diana, Evangelina, Isabella, Ilona, Clara, Liana, Linda, Laura, Marianne, Mia, Roxanne, Sabrina, Stella, Evelina, Ella.
When choosing a name, you must also look at how it will be combined with the surname and patronymic The list is, of course, not complete. There are still a lot of options. When choosing a name for your daughter from the list of international ones, you should think about its combination with the surname and patronymic. For example, combinations like Stepanova Adriana Petrovna do not sound very harmonious.
How better not to name a girl?
The name of the daughter must first of all correspond to the nationality and religion. Calling a Russian girl, for example, a Muslim name would be strange.
It is important that it fits the surname and patronymic. It is better to choose a short name for a long surname and patronymic. For example, Ikonnikova Kira Stanislavovna is easier to pronounce than Ikonnikova Alexandra Stanislavovna.
The future woman will have to bear the name all her life. Perhaps the daughter will become a teacher, educator or director of a large company, and she will often be called by her first name and patronymic. The task of parents is to make sure that the sound does not hurt the ear and is not difficult to pronounce.
It is good when there is a full and abbreviated form of the name. Parents will definitely want to call the child affectionately, therefore, before giving a name, they come up with diminutive forms for him.
