I’ve noticed the name Charlene is becoming popular and got curious…I checked to see if the name had been used before 1938. My dad and mom named my sister Charlene as a combination of their names Charles and Ethelene. My sister was born January 11, 1938. Sadly she passed away in the summer of 1948…
Hi, Just wondering if you would know where the name Nene comes from. Pronounced like “knee knee.” Jess N. Hi Jess, The name Nene can be traced back to many cultures: Aztec (Nahuatl), African and even Japanese. Most likely it is a variation of the male name John, meaning “God is Gracious.” It could also…
Hi Jennifer! I love your site; it’s Internet candy for me! I have a quick question about my middle name: Alyda. It’s tough to find name meanings for it and I have no idea what the origin of it is. I inherited it from my grandmother (whom everyone called Lyda) and I’ve only met one…
Hi! I know a girl with the name Minette, but couldn’t find it on your site and thought it was really pretty. Could it be added? I know it is of French origin, but don’t know much beyond that. Thanks, Madeline Hi Madeline, The root “Min” comes from the name Minnie, which is a diminutive…
