Two Syllable Names for Girls

A name of Arabic origin meaning to flourish, thrive and prosper, Amran is a unisex name, however in some places (Indonesia, Pakistan, and India, for example), it is predominantly masculine, whereas elsewhere (in Somaliland, Finland and Ethiopia), it is largely used as a feminine option. 



Amran

Aneth

Name of the licorice plant, this spice comes in the shape of a star, giving this name an extra level of sweetness.

Anise

This unjustly neglected floral name is smart and crisp, with a touch of Athena, Anna, and Cynthia about it. It also has that stylish Greek mythological heritage: Anthea is an epithet of Hera, the Greek queen of the gods, and her name has been used as poetic symbol of spring. 
 
The pronunciation of Anthea varies slightly depending on language and location. Among English speakers, it's ANN-thee-uh, while it's Greek and in French, it's AHn-TAY-A.
 
Notable bearers include Anthea Disney, a high-powered business executive and distant relative of Walt, and Anthea Turner, a TV presenter.
 Only 10 girls were called Anthea in the US in a recent year, so if you want to go beyond Azalea, Athena, and Anastasia, you might consider Anthea.

Anthea

Anwen is one of the simplest and best of the classic Welsh girls' names, more unusual than Bronwen but with the same serene feel. 

Anwen

Anyra

Anyx

A very popular girls' name in Japan with an unfortunate English pronunciation: picture a toddler with a hurt knee saying "owee."

Apryl is a creative alternative spelling of April, which derives from the Latin 'Aprilis,' the name of the fourth month of the year. This variant spelling emerged in the late 20th century during the trend toward unique name spellings. The name evokes the freshness of spring, new beginnings, and renewal. The 'y' substitution gives the classic name a distinctive appearance while maintaining its familiar pronunciation. Though less common than the traditional spelling, Apryl has maintained consistent if modest usage since the 1970s. The name carries the same associations as April—springtime, blossoming flowers, and gentle rain—while offering individuality through its spelling. Bearers of this name often appreciate its uniqueness while still connecting to the natural symbolism of the spring month. As with many alternative spellings, Apryl may require occasional correction but provides a slightly more distinctive identity than the standard form.

Apryl

Arlow

Arynn

Top 10 in Turkey and Top 500 in the Netherlands (which has a high Turkish population), this sleek and pretty name is virtually unknown elsewhere.

Asel

Ashlie is a feminine name representing a variant spelling of Ashley, which originated as an Old English surname meaning 'ash tree clearing' or 'meadow of ash trees.' This alternative spelling gained popularity in the United States during the 1980s and 1990s when Ashley ranked among the top girls' names. The 'ie' ending gives Ashlie a softer, more distinctly feminine feel compared to the original 'ey' ending. While less common than Ashley, Ashlie offers the same familiar sound with a slightly more unique presentation. The name has a contemporary American quality while maintaining its English woodland heritage. Though its peak popularity has passed, Ashlie remains recognizable without being overly common.

Ashlie

Ashlin is a feminine name with Irish and Gaelic origins. It's a variant of the more common Aisling, which means 'dream' or 'vision' in Irish Gaelic. The name emerged from the genre of Irish poetry known as the 'aisling,' where Ireland appears to the poet in a dream in the form of a beautiful woman. Ashlin offers a more Anglicized spelling while preserving the melodic quality of the original. As a given name, it has gained modest popularity since the late 20th century, particularly in families with Irish heritage. Ashlin carries connotations of imagination, creativity, and ethereal beauty while remaining distinctive without being too unusual.

Ashlin

Asmi

Avneet is a name usually seen in the Sikh Indian community. Actress Avneet Kaur is a notable bearer of this name.

Avneet

Avree

Ayslee

Baby is rarely seen as a given name — or even nickname — these days, although it did rank in the Top 1000 from 1989 to 2003. These instances can be accounted for in two ways. Firstly, infants whose birth certificates are not filled out on time are given generic placeholders for registration, such as Infant, Unknown, or Baby. But more influential during this decade was the 1987 movie Dirty Dancing, starring Jennifer Grey as Frances "Baby" Houseman. It's the origin of the famed line, "Nobody puts Baby in a corner."
 
Model Jessica Hart named her daughter Baby-Rae in November of 2020, in homage to the film. In an interview with People, she said, "I first heard it in the movie Dirty Dancing and always thought I'd love to name my daughter Baby."

Baby

Bayker

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

 is too daunting, you can consult our hand-picked list of the 150+ 

Note that this list is automatically generated from the full list of names on Nameberry, and the machine sometimes 

 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 273)

15,000+ Two-Syllable Girl Names