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Marie Lanen
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Worn by 500 people in France, this 4-letter feminine first name should be talked about in a few months.
Thanks to the reference book L’Officiel des Prénoms (First Editions), future parents can learn about the major trends in first names. It is also a 4-letter name that caught our attention. If only 500 people have it today, its popularity should skyrocket in a few months.
Ysia, a first name of Greek origin
Ysia means “goddess” or “sovereign” in Greek. According to data from L’Officiel des Prénoms, only 500 people have this pretty short name. And yet, it is among the top 2000 most popular names in 2024. Its popularity rating is therefore climbing! Some future parents may prefer its variant Izia. In terms of characterology, Ysia is credited with idealism, altruism, integrity, devotion and reflection. Beautiful people who seduce those around them with their kindness. We celebrate little Ysia (or Izia) on July 4.
Short names in vogue
Whether for little girls or boys, short names are trendy. Easier to write and to wear, they appeal to future parents. Another good point is that they are easier to harmonize with the family name. The most fashionable names are those with 1 to 2 syllables according to the authors of the book L’Officiel des Prénoms, Stéphanie Rapoport and Claire Tabarly Perrin. Moreover, the experts offer a small selection of short feminine names that should please parents. Here it is: Alba, Alix, Alma, Alya, Ambre, Anna, Anouk, Aria, Ava, Aya, Billie, Camille, Charlie, Chloé, Diane, Éden, Ella, Ellie, Emna, Emy, Esmée, Éva, Flora, Gaby, Hope, Inès, Iris, Isla, Izia, Jade, Jazz, Jeanne, Joy, Julia, June, Kenza, Léna, Leya, Lila, Lily, Lina, Lise, iv, Lola, Lou, Louise, Luna, Lya, Maddy, Maé, Maya, Mia, Mila, Naé, Naya, Nelya, Nina, Nora(h), Nour, Pia, Romy, Rose, Sara(h), Sasha, Sofia, Tess, Thaïs, Théa, Uma, Yuna, Zia.
The madness of names ending in “A”
Another strong trend for several years now, first names ending in the letter “A”. After the peak of Emma, the advent of Alba, Luna and Ava confirms the domination of endings in “a”. To leave no room for doubt, 6 endings in “a” have established themselves in the top 20 feminine. Their triumph is reinforced by the rise of Éléna, Ella and Alma to name just a few rising stars of the moment.
Slideshow: The best short names for girls: our list