Gentle names are soft in sound — often ending in -a or -ia, light on consonants. Lydia, Silas, Celia, Eli. They age quietly and pair well with strong surnames.
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noble kind
pure (via Katherine root)
dark-complexioned
father's rejoicing
keeper of the keys
jasmine flower
zealous, zealot
divine, heavenly
ship island
safe, secure
elaborated form of Kay, joy
honey
noble one
heartfelt desire
little rock
cheerful, joyful
bright, shining
tribute to Alvin Ailey, dance pioneer
moon
who is like God (via Mikhail)
exalted, high, noble
peaceful, safe
the exalted one
variant of Laney (lane dweller)
fifth meadow (if from Latin quintus)
spirit, breath, wind
delightful, soothing
charming woman
safe haven, refuge
breath, vapor (from Abel)
flower, blossom
peace
young deer
free woman
noble, nobility
love
gracious, generous
built, son of (biblical)
grace, favor (from Ana/Anna)
blessing, abundance
industrious, hardworking
dearly loved
water goddess
from the Quranic chapter Ya-Sin
soulful, pertaining to the spirit
it is good, all is well
one who shines like a star
little ruler with grace (from Riley + Ella roots)
modern creative name; bright, graceful one
joyful song, exultation
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