Two Syllable Names for Girls

Daryle

Landra

Bonnye

Caedyn

Tiah is a contemporary feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a variant of Thea (derived from the Greek word for 'goddess'), a shortened form of names like Letitia or Cynthia, or have Hebrew roots related to Leah. In some cultures, it's also considered a variation of Tia, meaning 'aunt' in Spanish. This short, melodic name has gained modest popularity in recent decades, especially in Australia and the United Kingdom. With just four letters, Tiah offers simplicity while maintaining a distinctive sound and modern appeal. Its cross-cultural versatility and contemporary feel make it attractive to parents seeking a name that's both brief and feminine without being overly common.

Tiah

Ariss

Corlis

Lynnet

Zoeiy

A Dutch form of Jolene (of Dolly Parton fame), or a short form of Marjolijn (a nature name, relating to the herb marjoram), Jolijn is a familiar choice in the Netherlands where it has featured in the Top 500 since 2008. Notable bearers include actresses Jolijn van de Wiel and Jolijn Henneman.

Jolijn

Spirited yet gentle in sound, Maru is a multicultural and unisex option. Associated with an internet-famous cat from Japan, a Māori god of war and fresh water, and a character in the game Stardew Valley, it makes an appealing and intriguing choice.
 
Maru has a variety of different meanings depending on what root you follow. In Japanese, it means "circle", while in Amharic, it has the sweet meaning of "honey". In Tswana, it is related to the clouds and to rain, but as a Spanish name, it is a contracted form of Maria Eugenia, meaning "beloved and wellborn".
 
It may additionally have its roots in Sanskrit, from which it means "desert, dry, sandy" and in Māori, from which it could mean "safety" or "gentle".

Maru

Inis

Unborn

Estha

Wende is a feminine name with Germanic roots, originating as a short form of names containing the element 'wend,' meaning 'to turn' or 'to wander.' It can also be considered a variant of Wendy, which was famously created by J.M. Barrie for his play 'Peter Pan.' Wende has remained relatively uncommon in English-speaking countries, giving it a distinctive quality. The name has a crisp, clean sound while maintaining a gentle femininity. In some German contexts, Wende also carries historical significance, referring to turning points or changes. Its simplicity and subtle European flair appeal to parents seeking something both recognizable and uncommon.

Wende

Clorice

Trcy

Parrie

Familiar in its native Lithuania, Giedrė has a gentle, yet impactful meaning. Ultimately derived from the Greek phaidrós or gai̇̃sas ("bright" and "gleaming"), via the Lithuanian gaidrus, it is associated with serenity and joy. 
 Notable bearers include the singer GiedRé (full name Giedrė Barauskaitė), model Giedre Dukauskaite, Paralympian rower Giedrė Rakauskaitė, and singer Giedrė Kilčiauskienė. Gierdrius is the masculine form.

Giedrė

Roiann

Two-syllable girl names dominate the English lexicon, with over 15,000 two-syllable names for girls on Nameberry.

 such as the Sanskrit Malti and the Welsh Arwen, the elegant French Celine and the multi-cultural gender neutral name Peri.

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 in English names. Eloise obviously has three syllables rather than two, while Hayes has only one.

Wade through our entire collection of two-syllable female names here, ordered by their current popularity on Nameberry.

Two-syllable girl names including top two-syllable names for girls such as Emma and Ava and unique two-syllable girl names such as the Sanskrit Malti and the Welsh Glynis. (Page 1819)

15,000+ Two-Syllable Girl Names