Two Syllable Names for Girls

A sort of Maisie-Hazel hybrid, likely influenced by the hit TV show The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel. Actress Beverley Mitchell chose it for her daughter.
 
One of the origins of the surname Maisel was matronymic, from the Yiddish first name Mayzl, of which the meaning is uncertain. Some sources connect it to the Yiddish word for "mouse," while others claim it is related to Moshe/Moses.

Mayzel

Fanndís

Trainet

We wouldn't have considered Piaget as a viable given name option was it not for Solange Knowles, who has it as her middle name. Her mother chose it after the watch brand, but many will recognize it as the surname of pioneering Swiss psychologist Jean Piaget. His theories on cognitive development in children are among the most influential in the field of psychology.

Piaget

The Japanese equivalent of Violet, common among Millennial and Gen Z Japanese women.

Sumire

The french word vignette literally means "little vine," but in English it is a literary and art term. In literature, a vignette refers to a brief but vivid description, and in art, an illustration or photo that fades into the background, sans border.
 
Vignette emerged as a baby name in 2021, when it was given to five baby girls.

Vignette

Auður is the Icelandic form of Auðr, a unisex name found in the Prose Edda. It shares a root with names including Odette, Otto, Ottilie, and Odile.

Auður

Fönn

Verta is a feminine name with Latin roots, possibly derived from 'veritas' meaning 'truth,' or 'vertere' meaning 'to turn.' It may also be connected to the Latin 'viridis' meaning 'green,' suggesting freshness and life. Verta was occasionally used in the United States during the early to mid-20th century but has since become quite rare. The name carries a vintage quality while remaining distinctive and uncommon. Verta has a strong, crisp sound with its combination of the firm 'V' consonant and the definitive ending. Parents might be drawn to this name for its simplicity, subtle Latin connections, and its status as a rare gem in modern naming. Verta could be seen as a distinctive alternative to more common 'Ver-' names like Vera or Veronica.

Verta

A rising name in Slovenia, where it was originally a nickname for names such as Karolina and Katarina.

Inja

Rare but stylish Nigerian name for boys and girls.

Kayin

Jaylean is a contemporary feminine name likely created as a modern combination of the popular prefix "Jay" with the feminine suffix "lean" or as a variation of names like Jaylyn. This melodic name has a distinctly modern feel while maintaining a soft, feminine quality. Though lacking deep historical roots, Jaylean emerged primarily in the United States in recent decades as part of the trend toward unique, blended names. The name's construction gives it a fluid, graceful sound while its Jay beginning connects it to nature through bird associations. Jaylean offers families a name that feels both fresh and familiar with its recognizable elements combined in a distinctive way.

Jaylean

Alícia is the Portuguese and Catalan variant of Alice, featuring an accent mark that emphasizes the second syllable (ah-LEE-see-ah). This feminine name ultimately derives from the Germanic name Adalheidis, composed of elements meaning 'noble' and 'type,' thus signifying 'noble nature' or 'of noble kind.' The name traveled through Old French as Aalis before evolving to Alice and its various international forms. Alícia has been particularly popular in Brazil, Portugal, and Catalonia. The name gained international recognition through Lewis Carroll's 'Alice's Adventures in Wonderland,' though the accented variation maintains its distinct cultural identity. With its flowing sound and classical origins, Alícia balances traditional roots with a melodic, romantic quality that continues to appeal to parents across Portuguese and Catalan-speaking regions and beyond.

Alícia

Sinfoy

Neža is a Slovene form of Agnes that peaked in Slovenia in 2012, when it ranked Number 5.

Neža

Actress and director Zabou Breitman is a notable bearer of this quirky French pet name.

Zabou

Ebrar

Icelandic form of Margaret, currently in the Top 50 girl names there.

Margrét

French spelling of Amelia, which is more popular than traditional Amélie in France.

Amélia

A zippy and concise Hungarian name, likely derived from Kreka, a historical name borne by one of Atilla the Hun's wives. It's a popular choice in Hungary where it ranks in the Top 100, however, it's not as popular as it once was in the 90s and 2000s when it appeared in the Top 10. 

Réka

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 895)

15,000+ Two-Syllable Girl Names