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15,000+ Two-Syllable Girl Names

  1. Kitten

    • Origin:

      English word name, diminutive of Katherine, Greek

    • Meaning:

      "young cat; pure"

    • Description:

      You've gotta be kitten.
  2. Omie

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Naomi, Hebrew, Arabic

    • Meaning:

      "pleasantness; flourishing, thriving, long-lived"

    • Description:

      Similar to Amy and Romy, Omie is a sweet yet unexpected diminutive of Naomi. It might also work as a short form of Ramona or Salome, and as a feminine form of Omar.
  3. Kikkan

    • Origin:

      American invented name

    • Description:

      Kikkan Randall, the American cross-country skier who won a Gold Medal at the 2018 Olympics, made her invented name famous. The name Kikkan was a compromise between Megan and Kikki, the name her father wanted to give her to honor skier Kiki Cutter. While we don't expect Kikkan to win any medals as a baby name, it's undeniably cute and original and also honors an inspirational female athlete.
  4. Raiko

    • Description:

      Raiko is a feminine name with Japanese origins, meaning 'thunder child' or 'lightning child.' It combines 'rai' (thunder/lightning) and 'ko,' a common suffix for girls' names meaning 'child.' In some Finnish and Estonian contexts, Raiko may appear as a variant of Raiko (male form), derived from Raymond, meaning 'wise protector.' Though relatively uncommon in Western countries, it has gained modest appreciation for its distinctive sound and powerful meaning. Raiko offers a cross-cultural appeal with its concise yet melodic quality, making it increasingly attractive to parents seeking unique names with natural elements and strength connotations.
  5. Kristine

    • Origin:

      Scandinavian variation of Christine

    • Description:

      Christine was one of the first megapopular C-to-K baby names, from Scandinavian variations such as Kristine and Kirsten to Kris, Kristy, and Kristy. While Kristine retains its krisply lovely sound, it's lost much of its kool.
  6. Cessair

    • Origin:

      Irish

    • Meaning:

      "sorrow, affliction"

    • Description:

      Lovely and rare (even in Ireland) mythological widow whose tears rained on Ireland.
  7. Lianna

    • Origin:

      Variation of Liana, French

    • Meaning:

      "to climb like a vine"

    • Description:

      Subtle botanical choice with cross-cultural appeal. Streamlined Liana is more common.
  8. Arli

    • Description:

      Arli is a feminine name with multiple possible origins, including as a diminutive of Arlene or as a modern, simplified spelling of Arlie. This concise, playful name carries a contemporary feel while maintaining connections to more traditional naming patterns. Arli has gained modest popularity in recent decades as parents seek shorter, gender-flexible names with a friendly quality. The name's brevity makes it cross-culturally accessible, while its soft sounds create a gentle impression. Arli combines modern minimalism with a touch of vintage charm, particularly in its connection to early 20th century names. Its simplicity makes it work well internationally, and its unusual status ensures distinctiveness without complexity.
  9. Janna

    • Origin:

      Dutch contraction of Johanna

    • Description:

      Could run into pronunciation confusion.
  10. Liekki

    • Origin:

      Finnish

    • Meaning:

      "flame"

    • Description:

      A rare Finnish word name with a fiery meaning.
  11. Marni

    • Description:

      Marni is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. Some consider it a diminutive of Marina or Marna, derived from Latin meaning "of the sea," while others trace it to Hebrew origins as a variant of Marnie, meaning "rejoice" or to Scandinavian roots where it relates to the word for "marine." With its crisp sound and modern feel, Marni gained moderate recognition in the 1960s and experienced small peaks of usage in the 1970s and early 2000s. The fashion house Marni, founded in 1994, has given the name additional stylish associations. Marni appeals to parents seeking a short, distinctive name that sounds contemporary while avoiding trendiness. Its simple elegance and international usability make it a subtly sophisticated choice.

  12. Vilma

    • Origin:

      Russian, diminutive of Vilhelmina; a Polish place-name

    • Description:

      Not much to recommend this relative of Wilma; consider Willa or Willow instead.
  13. Orphea

    • Origin:

      Greek mythology name

    • Description:

      The feminine form of Orpheus, the charming musician of Greek myth who descended to the underworld.
  14. Lilja

    • Origin:

      Icelandic, Faroese, and Finnish variation of Lily; "lily"

    • Meaning:

      "lily"

    • Description:

      Cute and quirky Lily alternative.
  15. Tena

    • Origin:

      Croatian, from Spanish

    • Meaning:

      "to harvest"

    • Description:

      Tena is the short form of Terezija, the classic Croatian form of Theresa. It's commonly used on its own, popularized in Croatia at the end of the 19th century when author Josip Kozarac wrote a short novel called Tena which featured a main character by that name.
  16. Annelle

    • Description:

      Annelle is a feminine name of French origin, created as a diminutive form of Anne with the addition of the "-elle" suffix meaning "little Anne." This elegant variation combines classic appeal with a touch of uniqueness. The name Anne itself derives from the Hebrew Hannah, meaning "grace" or "favor," giving Annelle the same beautiful connotation. While not among the most common names, Annelle gained some recognition in the United States after appearing in the 1989 film "Steel Magnolias." The name has a delicate, sophisticated quality that appeals to parents seeking something familiar yet distinctive. Annelle's melodic sound and feminine ending make it both refined and approachable.

  17. Imtiaz

    • Origin:

      Arabic and Urdu

    • Meaning:

      "distinction"

    • Description:

      An unusual Arabic name, borne by the British poet and author Imtiaz Dharker.
  18. Clotho

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "spinner"

    • Description:

      Clotho is one of the three Fates of Greek Mythology. She and her sisters determined life from birth to death—Clotho spun the thread of life. Her Roman name is Nona because she was active during the ninth month of pregnancy.
  19. Flower

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "flower"

    • Description:

      It may sound sweet smelling, but remember, it was the name of the little skunk in Bambi. Better to pick a single bloom from the bouquet, like Violet or Lily or Daisy.
  20. Lonni

    • Description:

      Lonni is a feminine name that originated as a diminutive or variant spelling of names like Lonnie, Loni, or Alonnie. It has both English and Scandinavian connections, where it can be a nickname for Lawrence or Lorenzo. The name has a friendly, approachable quality with its short form and ending 'i.' Lonni saw modest popularity in the mid-20th century, particularly in the 1950s and 60s, but has since become less common. It maintains a vintage charm while being simple and unpretentious. The name can also be spelled Loni, as exemplified by actress Loni Anderson, who brought some recognition to this variation during her career.