Two Syllable Names for Girls

Idman

Usually seen as a masculine name (deriving from both Welsh and Arabic), in its feminine usage it is from the Welsh alone. Idris has been used as a feminine name twice in popular culture: first by Mary Shelley in her post-apocalyptic novel "The Last Man" and also in cult British TV show, Dr Who, where Idris is the female personification of the TARDIS. A real-life Canadian woman named Idris Hall changed her name to the evocative Aloha Wanderwell and became "The World's Most Well Travelled Girl".

Idris

A Scandinavian up-and-comer taken directly from Norse mythology. Iðunn was the goddess of apples, fertility, and youth. Idun is another common spelling.

Idunn

Inas is one of those simple but rare names that's worth a look, whether you're trying to bridge Arabic and English cultures or are looking for a meaningful, unusual choice. No baby girls were named Inas in the US last year. For English speakers, the second syllable rhymes with has or jazz.

Inas

Insha

As Ireland becomes fashionable as a place name, bouncing on and off of the US girls charts thanks to Kim Basinger and Alec Baldwin choosing it for their daughter, some parents may start to consider the adjective form Irish. It may feel like an odd choice to those living in Ireland, just as American would stand out as on option in the US, but sound-wise, it probably appeals as an alternative to Iris.
 
Given to a handful of babies most years in the US and unexpectedly popular in the Philippines where a 2014 study showed it was borne by over 39000 people there, the name may attract more attention in the future, after Rihanna & A$AP Rocky chose it for their daughter's middle name in 2025. Pronounced EYE-rish in English, in Filipino, EYE-reesh may be heard.
 
If you like the sound, Eilis (Eilish) and Ailis (Ailish) might be worth thinking about too.

Irish

Irsa

Isbel

Islee

Isys

Ivett is a feminine name that serves as a variant of Yvette, which originated as the feminine form of the French name Yves, derived from the Germanic element 'iv' meaning 'yew tree.' The yew symbolized eternal life in ancient cultures. This short, crisp name has a sophisticated European flair and has been used across French, Hungarian, and Slavic cultures. While never reaching tremendous popularity in English-speaking countries, Ivett has maintained steady usage particularly in Eastern Europe. The name carries a classic elegance without feeling dated, striking a balance between traditional and modern. Its compact form gives it a contemporary edge compared to other feminine names with similar origins.

Ivett

Jadeyn is a feminine name that represents a modern, elaborated variant of Jade. The base name Jade comes from the ornamental stone valued for its beautiful green color, symbolizing wisdom and serenity in many cultures. The distinctive spelling with the '-yn' suffix follows contemporary naming trends that favor unique renderings of familiar names. Jadeyn maintains the natural, precious stone connection while offering a more elaborate form. The name has gained modest recognition in recent decades as parents seek names with both naturalistic meanings and fashionable sounds. While less common than Jade, Jadeyn appeals to those wanting a name that feels both recognizable and distinctive, combining the simplicity of a nature-inspired name with a more elaborate presentation.

Jadeyn

Jaeleen

Jaelene

Jahdai

Jahni

Jaileen

Jaimee is a feminine name that represents an alternative spelling of Jamie, which originated as a diminutive form of James. James comes from the Hebrew name Ya'akov (Jacob), meaning 'supplanter' or 'one who follows.' This spelling variation with the double 'e' ending became popular in the late 20th century as parents sought more feminine-looking versions of traditionally unisex names. Jaimee peaked in popularity in the United States during the 1970s and 1980s but has gradually declined since then. The name maintains the friendly, approachable quality of Jamie while the spelling gives it a distinctive touch. Jaimee is typically pronounced the same as Jamie (JAY-mee).

Jaimee

In Japanese folklore, Jami is an evil mountain spirit. Jami might also be a generic name for these deomons.

Jami

Janee is a feminine name that likely developed as a variant spelling of Janae or Janaé, which themselves may be modern variations of Jane or Janet. The name Jane derives from the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning 'God is gracious.' The addition of the 'ee' ending creates a melodic quality that distinguishes it from the more traditional Jane. Janee emerged in American naming records in the latter half of the 20th century and saw modest popularity in the 1980s and 1990s. The spelling with the double 'e' ending rather than the more French-influenced 'ée' or 'ae' represents a distinctive American naming convention that emphasizes phonetic spelling. The name continues to be used, though not widely, and represents the trend of personalizing traditional names through creative spelling variations.

Janee

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 352)

15,000+ Two-Syllable Girl Names