Invented Girl Names

The newest addition to the Kylie, Rylie family, really catching on with some parents.

A current creation used far more for boys at this point.

Normani is a name made famous by the person it was invented for, singer Normani, whose birth name is Normani Kordei Hamilton. An unlikely combination of the operatic grandma name Norma and the designer surname Armani, Normani was given to more than 50 baby girls in the US last year.

Inspired by the Mazda sportscar. 'Nough said.

One in the currently modish aden family of boys' names beginning to be used for girls as well as boys. The name Brayden was given to 15 baby girls in the US last year....and over 5000 baby boys, so it can hardly be considered gender neutral, but rather a boys' name occasionally used for girls.

Bright and pretty, resembling Aaliyah, Delilah, Amaya and Sarah, Sariyah is a celestial and stylish choice,

With Henley and Kinsley two of the most popular new ley-ending baby names for girls, why not Hensley? We can think of several reasons, but if you like this style of name, Hensley is as attractive as any.

Cinderella stepsister type Victorian-valentine name.

Icylinn Goodman is a Gen-Z social media starlet whose previously one-of-a-kind name appeared on the charts in 2021. Ice-themed names have never been cooler (literally) — that year saw the rise of names such as Icelynn, Icy, and Ice itself.

As modern "smoosh" names go, Starlynn is not bad. Over the past two years nearly 40 American girls have been given this name. There may be some confusion with the name Starling (a type of bird), but that shouldn't be too difficult to overcome. Beware, however, its similarity in sound to Russian dictator, Stalin.

An intriguing, plausible name--kind of a Nell-Hillary combo--created by L. Frank Baum for a character in his book The Lost Princess of Oz.

Nariah is a contemporary feminine name that has gained popularity in the United States since the early 2000s. It appears to be a modern variation or blend of names like Mariah, Norah, or Aria, potentially influenced by biblical names ending with the '-iah' suffix, which means 'of God' in Hebrew. While not having deep historical roots, Nariah has a melodic quality and contemporary appeal that resonates with parents seeking something distinctive yet accessible. The name conveys a sense of grace and uniqueness, following naming trends that favor vowel-rich names with flowing sounds. Nariah has steadily increased in usage but remains uncommon enough to be considered a distinctive choice.

Nouveau name related to Adele, Adeline, and the boys' biblical Adlai.

Like cousin Shakira, captivating and evocative.

Like its single "n" sister name (Braelyn), Braelynn is currently enjoying its highest level of popularity. Unlike Braylin and Braylyn, the 'ae' of Braelynn gives the name a Scottish look, making it seem slightly less creative and more sturdy

Modern, feminine form of the rustic, boyish name Harlan. With the popularity of Harley and Harlow in recent years, it is no surprise that Harlyn on the rise too. The name Harlyn was given to 134 baby girls in 2022.

Is Evalynn an alternative spelling for the popular Evelyn or is it a smoosh name blending Eva and Lynn? It could be either, so the choice is yours.

Rylynn blends a number of modern trends: love for name Riley, the addition of the -lyn suffix, replacement of a vowel with a Y, a nature-connected meaning, and a slightly unisex, surname-inspired feel. The name peaked in 2019 when 209 girls were given the name, though recent years have seen if decline.

Is it related to Angela? Or Tangelo? One invention that doesn't improve on any original.

Kamiya is a feminine name with Japanese origins, though it's used cross-culturally. In Japanese, its meaning varies depending on the kanji characters used to write it, but it commonly translates to 'divine valley' (神谷) or can incorporate elements meaning 'god/divine' (神) and various second elements. The name has gained modest international recognition while remaining relatively uncommon in Western countries, giving it an exotic appeal. Kamiya has a melodic three-syllable flow (ka-mi-ya) that fits well with contemporary naming trends. The name carries cultural richness while being relatively easy for English speakers to pronounce. Its distinctiveness makes it appealing to parents looking for a name that sounds modern and multicultural while having authentic roots.