Female and male first names beginning with the letter “S”..
SELVIN
MaleSelvin, of Latin origin meaning 'of the forest', is a unique male given name with a strong connection to nature and history.
SELVYN
MaleUnique Latin-derived given name meaning 'forest', originating in medieval England as a surname before becoming popular as a first name in the late 19th century, notably held by Sir Edward Walter Selwyn.
SELWYN
FemaleEnglish male given name derived from Old English words "seolh" meaning "sun" and "wine", signifying "sunny meadow". It's associated with radiance, warmth, and light.
SELWYN
MaleEnglish given name derived from Old English words "seolh" meaning "sun" and "wine" meaning "friend", translating to "friend to the sun". First recorded as a surname in 12th century England, it gained popularity as a given name in the late 19th century, possibly influenced by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's character Dr. Watson's friend Selwyn in his Sherlock Holmes stories.
SELYN
FemaleUnique name of unknown origin, allowing for personal interpretation, while offering elegance, charm, ease of pronunciation, and flexible nickname options like Selly or Lyn.
SELYNA
FemaleDistinctive Latin-derived name meaning 'heaven', signifying heavenly beauty and grace.
SELYSE
FemaleRare Greek name derived from 'Selene', meaning moon, giving it celestial significance.
SEM
MaleHebrew name meaning 'name', derived from the word 'shem'.
SEMA
FemaleSema is of Arabic origin, derived from "samā'" meaning 'heaven', traditionally used for both males and females, associated with divine realms in Islamic tradition, and popular among Muslims worldwide.
SEMAHJ
MaleUncommon Arabic name derived from "samaj" meaning "heaven," popularized by Yemeni writer Abdulaziz al-Maqaleh as a pseudonym, symbolizing inspiration and freedom.
SEMAIAH
FemaleHebrew male given name derived from 'sami'el', meaning 'name of God'. It appears in the Old Testament, notably among the sons of Gad (1 Chronicles 5:24) and as officials or warriors in King David's army.
SEMAJ
MaleUnique Hebrew unisex name derived from 'semach', meaning joy or happiness.
SEMAJ
FemaleHebrew-derived male name meaning 'lift up' or 'exalt', with biblical roots tracing back to King David's mighty warrior.
SEMAJA
FemaleHebrew name meaning "to accompany" or "to join with," reflecting unity and togetherness. It has historical significance, having been carried through generations by notable women in ancient Hebrew culture, such as Semaja, wife of Caleb and mother of Hur, and Semaja, daughter of Shalum and mother of Zerubbabel.
SEMAJA
MaleRare Hebrew female given name derived from the word "semah", meaning "exalted".
SEMAJAE
MaleIntriguing African-origin name from Ghana's Ashanti people, meaning "strength" or "power.
SEMAJAE
FemaleRare American name, potentially derived from Cherokee "flowing water" or Hebrew "name heard by God," adding to its unique charm despite uncertain origins.
SEMAJAH
FemaleAfrican-origin name derived from Swahili, meaning "wise" or "intelligent".
SEMAJAI
MaleUnique African name of Yoruba origin, meaning "wait" or "patience," reflecting resilience in challenging times.
SEMAJAY
MaleAfrican Igbo origin name meaning "My journey continues after my experiences," symbolizing resilience and growth.
SEMAJE
MaleDistinctive African-derived Yoruba name, meaning 'Highly Esteemed' or 'Very Respected,' brought to the Americas through history.
SEMAJE
FemaleDistinctive African-origin given name derived from Swahili 'semajini', meaning 'wisdom'.
SEMANTHA
FemaleLatin-derived name originally meaning 'wisdom', associated with intelligence and understanding, tracing back to ancient Rome.
SEMARA
FemaleAfrican-derived Yoruba name meaning 'beauty', revered worldwide as it once belonged to the goddess of love and harmony.
SEMARIA
FemaleLatin-origin female name derived from 'semarius,' signifying the concept of time cycles every seven years.
SEMARIAS
MaleRare and unique name of unknown origin, often chosen for its distinctive sound and lack of cultural associations.
SEMAYA
FemaleUnique African name of Yoruba origin, meaning "mother has returned," symbolizing maternal love and resilience.
SEMAYAH
FemaleUnique Hebrew given name meaning "name of God.
SEMEKA
FemaleSemequa is an African unisex name of Yoruba origin, translating to "the one who brings forth success," and symbolizing potential for greatness.
SEMEKO
FemaleCaptivating African name of Yoruba origin, derived from Nigeria, meaning 'God will perfect me'.
SEMERE
MaleEthiopian male name derived from the Ge'ez word "sem" meaning 'remembrance', popular among Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church community, and historically held by notable figures like Emperor Yohannes IV Semere.
SEMETRIA
FemaleSemetria: A rare Hebrew feminine name meaning 'reputation', popular in medieval Jewish communities.
SEMHAL
FemaleEthiopian name derived from Amharic, meaning 'sunrise' or 'the dawn', signifying hope and light.
SEMHAR
FemaleEthiopian female given name derived from Ge'ez language, meaning 'light of reputation'.
SEMIA
FemaleUnique Hebrew name derived from "semah," meaning "height," with historical roots in biblical times, including being a son of Gideon in the Old Testament.
SEMIAH
FemaleBeautiful Native American given name of Coast Salish origin, derived from their language and meaning 'half moon'.
SEMICO
FemaleSemico, of Latin origin, means 'half' or 'partly', conveying balance and harmony.
SEMIH
MaleDistinctive Turkish name derived from 'sem' (head) and 'iğne' (needle), meaning "the one who is like the needle's eye," symbolizing wisdom and insight, reflecting ancient Turkish traditions, and boasting notable figures like Semih Balcıoğlu in its rich history.
SEMIKA
FemaleUnique feminine given name of African origin, derived from the Igbo language of Nigeria. Its meaning, "God has done something beautiful," signifies divine intervention and blessings in Igbo culture.
SEMIKO
FemaleBeautiful Japanese given name derived from "semi," meaning "beautiful," associated with good fortune. It honors Semimaru, a legendary figure known for her grace and magical powers in ancient Japanese folklore.