Two Syllable Names for Girls

Lealer is an uncommon feminine name with obscure origins. It may be a variant of Leala, which derives from the Latin word 'lealis' meaning loyal or faithful. Alternatively, it could be a modified form of Lelia or a combination of Lea and a suffix. The name has been sporadically used in some Southern American communities, possibly as a family surname adapted into a given name. Lealer has remained extremely rare throughout its history, never appearing on mainstream popularity charts. Its uniqueness gives it a distinctive quality, though this rarity means it lacks established cultural associations. Parents choosing this name might appreciate its melodic sound and uniqueness while connecting to possible family heritage.

Lealer

The Akan people of Ghana and the Ivory Coast frequently name their children after the day of the week they were born and the order in which they were born. Most Ghanaians have a name using this system (think Kofi Annan, whose name means born on a Friday). 

Efia (also Afua) is the <a href="https://nameberry.com/girls-names">name for girls</a> born on a Friday. (The male variant is Kofi)

Efia

This intriguing name from Armenia has a lovely meaning "rainbow" and was used for the adorable protagonist of the film by the same name who hides in a suitcase and ends up going on an adventure to Turkey.

Ziazan

Tiina is a feminine Finnish form of Christina, which derives from the Greek word 'christos' meaning 'anointed one.' Popular in Finland and Estonia, this short, melodic name carries a distinctly Nordic character while maintaining its connection to the widely recognized Christina family of names. Tiina emerged as a favored independent name in the mid-20th century across Baltic and Scandinavian regions. The double 'i' creates a distinctive look and pronunciation that reflects Finnish phonetic patterns. Despite its brevity, Tiina carries a complete identity rather than feeling like a nickname. The name balances traditional roots with a modern, international appeal, embodying the straightforward elegance characteristic of Finnish naming traditions.

Tiina

Liisa is a feminine name of Finnish origin, serving as the Finnish and Estonian variant of Elizabeth, which ultimately derives from the Hebrew name Elisheva meaning 'God is my oath' or 'God is abundance.' This streamlined form is particularly popular in Finland, Estonia, and other Baltic regions. Liisa features the characteristic double vowel common in Finnish naming traditions, creating a melodic, flowing pronunciation. While uncommon in English-speaking countries, the name maintains steady usage in its countries of origin, representing a connection to Finno-Ugric cultural heritage. Liisa combines simplicity with distinctive spelling, offering an accessible yet uncommon option that carries the rich historical connections of the Elizabeth name family while providing a strong tie to Nordic and Baltic traditions.

Liisa

Malti is an Indian floral name from the plant madhumalti — a tropical flowering vine that is known in English as the Rangoon creeper. In India, Madhu and Malti are often used as twin names or as a first/middle name combination.
 
Malti made headlines in 2022 when Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas revealed it to be the name of their baby girl. Chopra and Jonas took their daughter's name from the middle names of their mothers: Madhu Malti and Denise Marie.

Malti

Allium is the genus of all onion-y plants, including garlic, leeks, shallots, scallions, and chives. It makes an intriguing nouveau nature name or update to Allison.

Allium

An ancient Irish saint's name derived from the same root as the popular Aidan.

Aodhnait

For the boyds.  Er, boys, if only judging my the statistics, which have this rare bird name given to a handful of baby boys in the US but no recent baby girls. But it certainly would make a majestic choice for a child of either gender.

Eagle

A variation of an old Irish saint’s name, Liadin, and the name of a lovelorn poetess in Irish folk legend. Be prepared for some clumsy pronunciation outside Ireland, however. 

Liadain

A slow and sultry southern choice that's definitely cool for babies of either gender. While the word feels French and has its roots in 18th century French Louisiana, it derives from the Choctaw word bayuk, which means "small stream."

Bayou

The Spanish version of popular Jasmine has that zippy Z many parents are loving in recent years.

Jazmín

Hawaiian teen prodigy Auli'i Cravalho burst onto the scene as the star of Disney's animated "Moana" in 2016, bringing this distinctive name to the forefront. The glottal stop, or "okina," between the two I's makes it a somewhat tough sell off the islands, though Cravalho's stunning performance of "How Far I'll Go" at the 2017 Oscars is almost winning enough to overcome that.

Auli'i

Unfortunately this otherwise nice sounding name is somewhat spoiled by its similarities to milia, the small white cysts that often appear on newborns' faces. The most famous wearer was Millia Davenport, a costume designer and historian.

Millia

The name of the first dog in space is the quintessential Russian dog name, equivalent to Fido or Rover. Fittingly, it derives from the verb layat', meaning "to bark".

Laika

A sweet and punchy Japanese name with a celestial meaning.

Tsuki

Dairin, or Dáirín, is a female version of Dáire, and the origin of Doreen. In fact, it sounds almost the same, but the spelling freshens it up for 21st-century tastes.

Dairin

Guilia appears to be a variant spelling of the Italian feminine name Giulia (the Italian form of Julia). It derives from the ancient Roman family name Julius, which possibly means "downy-bearded" or relates to Jupiter, the supreme Roman deity. The classical name carries associations with nobility and refinement due to its historical connections. While Giulia is very popular in Italy, the Guilia variant is less common. The name evokes Italian cultural heritage and possesses a melodic quality characteristic of Italian names. Its slight variation from the more common spelling gives it a distinctive touch while maintaining the elegant, timeless appeal of its traditional counterpart.

Guilia

Keshia is a feminine name that gained prominence in the United States during the 1970s and 1980s. It appears to be a variant spelling of Keisha, which may have originated as a variation of the Irish name Keesha or possibly derived from an African or African-American naming tradition. The name received significant exposure through actress Keshia Knight Pulliam, known for her role on 'The Cosby Show.' Keshia has a melodic quality with its flowing vowel sounds, making it phonetically appealing. Though its popularity peaked in the late 20th century, it continues to be used. The name carries connotations of strength and individuality, representing the trend of distinctive African-American naming patterns that emerged during the Civil Rights era.

Keshia

A friendly and accessible international form of Katherine.

Kadri

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 884)

15,000+ Two-Syllable Girl Names