Updated October 2026
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Italian
"little girl"
Better saved for a doll.
English diminutive of any girl name that starts with D
Not as lively or independent as Gigi, Kiki, or Coco.
Dutch
Famke was introduced to this country via Dutch-born actress Famke Janssen, but is not likely to appeal to many American parents.
"young woman, girl"
The sound is quite lovely, but it still comes down to naming your little girl young girl.
Italian and Spanish diminutive of Nina
Might be carrying things too far -- little little girl? -- though could freshen up this favorite.
Spanish
"the fifth girl"
Mexican place-name famously used by Joan Didion for her daughter, Quintana Roo.
Japanese
"good girl; ocean child"
There are many in Japan, but for most Americans there's only one Yoko. Yoko Ono writes her name with characters meaning "ocean" and "child".
Lithuanian
"girl who gives hope"
A beautiful Lithuanian name with an ever-so-lovely and inspiring meaning.
Dee is a slight midcentury nickname that might be short for Deanna or Denise, but might be too slight for today's strong, independent female.
"girl"
Meaning "girl" in Spanish, this has occasionally been used as a name in the Philippines, but is not a usual Spanish name.