One Syllable Names for Girls

A South Sea Islander name that may be adopted by the wider world, with its simple spelling and lovely nature meaning.

Tiare

Stylish and simple, Umi is an ocean inspired Japanese name that may appeal to those who enjoy Lumi, Rumi, and Una. It appears in the popular anime series, Love Live
 
Umi might also be used as an Indonesian and Malay name, ultimately deriving from the Arabic umm meaning "mother". While the Japanese name would be pronounced as OO-MEE, the Indonesian form would be said with a shorter oo sound, as in took. 
 
Coinciding with the Hawaiian word for "tenth", Umi is notably borne by actress Umi Myers, artist Umi Dachlan, and voice actress Umi Tenjin.

Aime is a delicate feminine name with French origins, derived from the French verb 'aimer' meaning 'to love'. Pronounced 'EM' or 'EYM-ay', this simple yet meaningful name carries warmth and affection in its very essence. Though relatively uncommon in English-speaking countries, it has maintained some popularity in French-speaking regions. The name's brevity and straightforward spelling give it a clean, modern feel despite its traditional roots. Aime can also be seen as related to Amy or Aimée, though it stands distinct with its own pronunciation and styling. For parents seeking a name that embodies love while remaining understated and elegant, Aime offers a sweet, meaningful choice with international appeal and sophisticated French connections.

Aime

An alternative spelling to short and punchy Beau, this form coincides with the French plural form of the word. It recently entered the US Top 1000 for boys in 2025, having steadily risen up the charts since the 2010s, it has also appeared in the England and Wales charts for girls in 2017, following a spike in use of Beau, possibly inspired by the singer Beau Dermott's appearance on Britain's Got Talent.

Beaux

Cruz might be a sister for Concepcion and Corazon, although its masculine side was emphasized when the high profile David Beckhams chose it for their son. 

Cruz

The most enduringly popular hero of Irish myth was Finn McCool, whose name is one of the coolest ever. When used for the female protagonist of How to Make an American Quilt, Finn established its hipness for girls as well. 
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But cool as it may sound, Finn cannot really be considered a gender-neutral name. It was given to nearly 2000 baby boys in the US last year, versus only 15 baby girls. Finley, by contrast, is almost exactly evenly matched.

Finn

A winning last-name-first Celtic choice, Flynn is still mostly used for boys, such as the son of Orlando Bloom and Miranda Kerr. Though Flynn is definitely one of the Irish surname names, from Quinn to Flannery to Makenna, that makes one of the trendy <a href="https://nameberry.com/list/79/boy-names-for-girls">boy names for girls"</a>.

Flynn

Grayce is an elegant variation of Grace, a feminine name with Latin origins derived from 'gratia,' meaning 'favor' or 'thanks.' This alternative spelling maintains the traditional pronunciation while adding a distinctive touch. The name Grace originally gained popularity as a virtue name during the Puritan era, representing divine grace and elegance. Grayce emerged as a modern variant in the late 20th century, offering a fresh take on the classic. The name conveys qualities of refinement, poise, and divine blessing. While less common than the traditional spelling, Grayce has steadily gained appreciation among parents seeking names with timeless meaning and contemporary style.

Grayce

This unusual Greek flower and color name has gained considerable recent attention via actress Ione Skye, who is the daughter of sixties folksinger Donovan.
 Ione was one of the fifty sea nymphs — Nereids — in ancient Greek mythology.
 Parents attracted to newer I-names like Isla might want to consider the distinctive Ione. The English pronunciation usually starts with the long I, while in the Latin languages such as Italian it starts with the long E sound.

Ione

The surname of Taylor Swift's NFL beau, Travis Kelce, is seeing new life as a given name. Could Swifties take this name to the top?
 
We've seen predictions that Kelce will be a trending baby name in years to come and while there haven't been swarms of Kelces just yet, it did double in use between 2022 and 2023. Given to 36 girls and 24 boys, compared to 18 and 13 the year before, it was one of the fastest rising gender neutral names of the year. 
 
While some may say Taylor Swift can make anything cool, others would argue she can't rescue her boyfriends surnames from the dated image surrounding Millennial favorite Kelsey. Only time will tell.
 
The name derives from an English surname and place name meaning "Cenel's island", Cenel being an Old English given name, meaning fierce" — something that might make it more appealing to contemporary parents.

Kelce

Lianne is occasionally used independently, but fairly flimsy. Our advice: Keep looking for a name that carries more individual authority.

Lianne

A possible alternative to the ever-common Leah.

Liat

Lior connects with several factors stylish for Israeli names: It's short, it's unisex, and it has an uplifting nature theme.  Lior might make a more modern spin on Leah.

Lior

Meah is a contemporary feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a variant spelling of Mia, which derives from the Italian word for 'mine' or as a short form of Maria. Alternatively, it could have Hebrew roots related to the name Mea, meaning 'intelligent' or 'wise.' Some also connect it to an Irish Gaelic term meaning 'happy' or 'playful.' Meah gained modest popularity in the early 2000s as parents sought fresh alternatives to the more common Mia. The unique spelling gives the name a distinctive appearance while maintaining the soft, melodic pronunciation. Meah projects qualities of individuality, sweetness, and modern sensibility, appealing to parents looking for a name that's both contemporary and feminine.

Meah

Mills was given to about 2 dozen baby boys and 2 dozen baby girls in 2022, following trendy Miller as well as other names ending in -s, such as Brooks and Rhodes.

Mills

Mio is a lovely Japanese <a href="https://nameberry.com/girls-names">name for girls</a> that has migrated beyond its native country. One Berry reports several young girls named Mio in Australia, and the name has potential in the rest of the English-speaking world for parents who want to move beyond Mia and Maya.

Paz, currently represented by actresses Paz Vega and Paz de la Huerts, would make a sparkling middle name choice. It originated as a title of the Virgin Mary, Our Lady of Peace, and is one of the <a href="https://nameberry.com/list/411/baby-names-that-mean-peace">names that mean peace</a>, derived from the Latin word "pax".
 Pazia is an attractive elaboration, while Pazit (pronounced Pah-ZEET) and Pazya are Hebrew variations. Paz in Hebrew means "gold" and is a solidly unisex option.

This regal French name is a descendant of the Latin Regina, as is the Spanish Reina. Reine is also a male name in Scandinavia.

Reine

This Catalan and Spanish surname is derived from the Spanish word "rueda" from the Latin "rota," meaning "arched wood that forms a bow."

Ryen is a contemporary feminine name that represents a modern spelling variation of Ryan. Originally an Irish surname derived from 'rí' meaning 'king' and 'an' as a diminutive, translating roughly to 'little king.' This spelling with an 'e' gives the traditionally masculine name a softer, more feminine feel while maintaining its strong Irish heritage. Ryen emerged as part of the trend toward gender-neutral names and creative spellings. Its simplicity and strong sound make it appealing to parents seeking a name that balances strength with modernity. Though less common than the traditional Ryan spelling, Ryen has gained some traction in recent decades as parents seek distinctive variations on familiar names. The single-syllable name carries a contemporary, streamlined quality that fits current naming trends.