Quechua

Ñusta

Pronounced NYOOS-tahShare

Meaning: Princess

  • Girl
  • Rare gem
  • 2 syllables

The story

Ñusta comes from an Andean royal title and is used as a personal name today. Ecuadorian singer Ñusta Picuasí is a documented bearer; her name is explained through Kichwa as “princess.”

Popularity

Rare gem

Rare in US records; use elsewhere may differ.

Style

  • Royal
  • Short
  • Works everywhere

Origins

Ñusta comes from Quechua.

Maya

Zazil

Light; clarity

Rare gem
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Flower; a form related to Xochitl

Rare gem
Maya

Nicté

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Rare gem
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Uncommon
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Rare gem
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Putri

Daughter; princess

Rare gem
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