Two Syllable Names for Girls

An unusual and straightforward name with an attractive Scandinavian accent; a royal name in Norway. 

Marit

Markie is a feminine name that originated as a diminutive form of Mark or Marcia. With its playful '-ie' ending, it gives a friendly, approachable quality to the traditional name. While Mark derives from the Latin name 'Marcus,' meaning 'dedicated to Mars' (the Roman god of war), Markie has evolved to have its own distinct charm. Though not among the most common female names in the United States, Markie experienced modest popularity in the 1970s and 1980s. Some parents choose Markie for its tomboyish appeal or as a modern alternative to more traditional feminine names. It carries connotations of spunkiness and individuality.

Markie

Sounds like Marlon (as in Brando) and looks like marlin (as in the fish). 

Marlin

Marcia is the most common version of this group of names in the U. S., now found more often among moms and grandmas than babies. Marsha was a Top 100 name in the 1950s, when Marcy was its common go-by name. A notable bearer is LGBTQ activist Marsha P. Johnson.

Marsha

Also spelled as Marwa, this strong and beautiful Arabic name is also the name of a mountain in Mecca, significant in Islamic tradition, as it forms part of pilgrimages of Ḥajj and Umrah. 
 
It means "white stone" but is also used as the Arabic name for marjoram.

Marwah

Mayzee

Meelah is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a variation of Mila (Slavic for 'gracious' or 'dear'), Mila (derived from Spanish 'milagro' meaning 'miracle'), or possibly related to the Arabic Mila/Meela meaning 'guardian' or 'protector.' The distinctive spelling with double 'e' gives it a contemporary feel while maintaining its melodic quality. Meelah gained some recognition after singer Melanie Thornton (of La Bouche) adopted the stage name Me'shell Ndegeocello. The name has a gentle, flowing sound with an exotic touch that appeals to parents seeking something distinctive yet accessible. While not among the most common names, Meelah has been steadily growing in usage in the 21st century, reflecting trends toward names that sound both unique and feminine.

Meelah

A name of Persian and Arabic origin with a number of possible meanings, Meerab has shot up the UK charts in recent years and ranked at #551 in the latest count. Associated with friendship, water, intelligence, and the prayer niche in a mosque (known as amihrab), some sources also suggest it means "flower of paradise".
 
Some of its popularity may be down to the Pakistani TV drama Tere Bin (" Without You"), in which Meerab in the name of one of the leading characters. Released in 2022, a second series was confirmed in 2025, which may have inspired parents to consider the name again.

Meerab

Melea is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins, primarily Greek and Hawaiian. In Greek, it relates to 'meli' meaning 'honey,' suggesting sweetness and warmth. In Hawaiian tradition, it means 'gentle' or 'pleasant.' This cross-cultural appeal gives Melea versatility and global charm. The name has remained relatively uncommon but has seen quiet, consistent usage across diverse communities. Its melodious three-syllable structure flows beautifully when spoken, with an emphasis on the middle syllable. Melea offers a distinctive yet accessible alternative to more common names like Malia or Amelia. The name evokes qualities of gentleness, sweetness, and natural beauty, making it appealing to parents seeking a name that is both unique and meaningful, with positive associations across different cultural traditions.

Melea

Merlin is an ancient wizardy name still occasionally (and increasingly) used today. Thirteen baby girls were named Merlin in the US last year, and about seventy boys.

Merlin

This unusual unisex surname name is pretty evenly divided between the sexes these days than it was in the late 1800s and early 1900s, when it was almost entirely male.
 
Merritt was a female character in the 1980s flick Where the Boys Are, and Merritt Wever plays the endearingly awkward young Nurse Zoey on Nurse Jackie, for which she won an Emmy.

Merrit

Sweet, nicknamey name belonging to the tragic heroines of both La Bohème and Rent. Mimi might feel too slight for many parents to use on the birth certificate, but as a short form, it's one of the cutest of the <a href="https://nameberry.com/list/508/cute-baby-names-for-girls">cute baby names</a>.

Mimi

Rarely heard outside the Jewish community; another form is Minda.

Mindel

Mirah is a feminine name with diverse cultural origins. In Hebrew, it can be related to 'Meira' meaning 'light' or 'to shine,' while some connect it to the Latin 'mira' meaning 'wonderful' or 'miraculous.' The name also appears in Indonesian contexts with varying meanings. Mirah has gained modest popularity in recent decades as parents seek alternatives to the more common Mira or Myra. The name has a gentle, melodic quality with its soft consonants and flowing sound. American indie musician K. Mirah Yom Tov Zeitlyn (known professionally as Mirah) has brought some recognition to the name in artistic circles. Mirah appeals to parents seeking a name that feels both delicate and substantial, with cross-cultural resonance and a distinctive yet accessible quality.

Mirah

Mirren is a lively and attractive Scottish name, popular in its native country but best known outside Scotland as the surname of the English actor Dame Helen Mirren. It is thought to be a Scottish derivative of the name Marion, from Mary.

 Another possible origin for Mirren is as a modern spelling of a mysterious group of names that all seem to derive from the sixth century Irish saint Mirin who emigrated to Scotland and now is the patron saint of both the Glasgow suburb of Paisley and the game of football. The Cornish Merryn, best known as the name of the seacoast town St. Merryn, is also related.

Mirren

Misa

Intriguing derivation, though people will assume it's a simplified form of Maura. 

Mora

Naara is a feminine name with Hebrew origins, meaning "maiden" or "young girl." It appears in the Bible as a place name and has connections to the Hebrew word "na'arah" referring to a young woman. The name has a soft, melodic quality with its two syllables and open vowel sounds. Naara feels both ancient and fresh, appealing to parents seeking a name with biblical roots but uncommon usage. In some cultures, particularly in Israel, variations of this name have maintained steady use. The simplicity of Naara gives it a timeless quality, while its relative rarity in Western countries makes it distinctive. The name conveys a sense of youth, innocence, and natural beauty.

Naara

Naelle

This lively and appealing name originated as a short form of Cornelia, but is well able to stand on its own.  Nelia is also often in the Hispanic culture, where it can be a short form of Manuela. It did have some American usage in the late nineteenth century, and with Cornelia having a comeback, Nelia could follow.

Nelia

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.

 complete list of two-syllable female names

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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 215)

15,000+ Two-Syllable Girl Names