Two Syllable Names for Girls

Keytlin

Khalise

Khawla

Khawlah

Khloey is a modern feminine variant of Chloe, derived from the Greek word 'khloē' meaning 'young green shoot' or 'blooming.' This contemporary spelling variation has gained popularity in the early 21st century, particularly in the United States, as parents sought more unique spellings of classic names. The 'Kh' beginning and the added 'y' give Khloey a distinctive and trendy appearance. Like other creative spellings (such as Khloe), Khloey rose in usage alongside the growing popularity of celebrity Khloe Kardashian. The name conveys freshness, growth, and a youthful spirit while maintaining connections to the classic Chloe, which has ancient origins and historical significance.

Khloey

Khyleigh

Khyra is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins. It may be a variant spelling of Kira, which has roots in several languages including Persian (meaning 'sun'), Celtic (meaning 'dark-haired'), and Russian (as a feminine form of Cyrus). The distinctive spelling with 'hy' gives the name a modern, unique flair. Khyra emerged in popularity primarily in the late 20th and early 21st centuries, particularly in the United States, as parents sought distinctive names with cultural significance. The name has a melodious quality and strong sound despite its brevity. While not among the most common names, Khyra appeals to parents looking for a contemporary name with cross-cultural appeal and a touch of uniqueness.

Khyra

Kiernan Shipka, aka Sally Draper on Mad Men, brings this Irish surname into the girls' column. And, like Kieran and Tierney and Tiernan, it's one of the perfectly <a href="https://nameberry.com/unisex-names">unisex baby names</a>. Only 14 girls were named Kiernan in the US in a recent year...and three times as many boys. If you want to move beyond Riley and Kennedy to one of the more unusual surname-based <a href="https://nameberry.com/baby-names/804/irish-names-for-girls">Irish names for girls</a>, this may be a good choice.

Kiernan

Kimmie is a feminine name that originated as a diminutive form of Kim, which itself is typically a shortened form of Kimberly. Kimberly has English origins, derived from the place name in South Africa meaning 'the land of Kimball.' Kimmie emerged as an affectionate nickname but has been used as a given name in its own right since the mid-20th century. It peaked in popularity in the United States during the 1960s and 1970s but has since declined in usage. The name has a friendly, approachable quality with its '-ie' ending giving it a perpetually youthful feel. It's often associated with warmth and cheerfulness.

Kimmie

Knyla

Kolbe

One of a handful of invented names inspired by the COVID-19 pandemic, along with Kovid and Krown.

Kovie

Kowsar

Kyiah

Kylo

Kynlei

Lachlan

Laiba is a beautiful feminine name of Arabic origin that has gained popularity among Muslim communities worldwide. The name means 'beautiful,' 'attractive,' or 'graceful' in Arabic. Some interpretations also suggest it means 'one who plays' or 'playful.' Laiba is particularly popular in Pakistan, where it has frequently ranked among the top girls' names, as well as in other countries with significant Muslim populations. Parents are drawn to Laiba for its melodious sound, positive meaning, and cultural significance. The name is relatively short yet distinctive, with a gentle flow created by the combination of the 'lai' and 'ba' sounds. Laiba represents qualities of beauty, grace, and joyfulness—all desirable attributes for a daughter.

Laiba

Laikynn

Laira

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.

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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 280)

15,000+ Two-Syllable Girl Names