Two Syllable Names for Girls

İkra nur

Rimsha

The Turkish word for September, but popular year-round in its native country.

Eylül

A cheerful Yiddish name, associated with good luck, Mazell is a variation of Mazal or Mazel. 

Mazell

Alíz is a Top 50 name in Hungary and puts a zippy spin, thanks to that final Z, on the classic Alice. Its similarity to names such as Elise may cause some confusion, but its simplicity makes it a winner.



Alíz

<p>Lija is a concise, melodic feminine name with several possible origins. It may be a variant of Leah or Liah, names with Hebrew origins meaning 'weary' or 'delicate.' Alternatively, it could be related to the Latvian place name Lija or have connections to Scandinavian, Baltic, or Slavic naming traditions. The name's simplicity gives it a modern feel, while its international character makes it accessible across cultures. Lija has remained relatively uncommon in English-speaking countries, giving it a distinctive quality without being difficult to pronounce or spell. The name has a gentle, flowing sound that conveys femininity and grace with a touch of exotic appeal.</p>

Lija

Nabisco has never revealed the origins of their sandwich cookie brand name, but the prevailing theory is that it was derived from <em>Oreodaphne</em>, a genus in the laurel family.

Oreo

Yahel

Kumsal

Two names meaning "river" make the Turkish Top 100 for girls — Nehir and Irmak. Irmak is the less popular of the two.

Irmak

Kitten

Méabh (pronounced "mayv") is a feminine Irish name with ancient roots in Irish mythology. It was borne by Queen Medb of Connacht, a powerful sovereign in the Ulster Cycle of Irish legends. The name means "she who intoxicates" or "she who brings joy," reflecting the queen's powerful and captivating nature. Traditionally spelled Meadhbh in Irish, the simplified spelling Méabh maintains the accent to indicate pronunciation while being more accessible. The name has experienced renewed popularity in Ireland and among the Irish diaspora as part of a revival of traditional Gaelic names. It combines cultural richness with a distinctive sound, offering parents a name that honors Irish heritage while remaining relatively uncommon internationally.

Méabh

Depending on which characters you use, this Japanese name can have many meanings. The first part can mean "love, affection" or "indigo", while kanji for the second element include those meaning flower, perfume, include, sing, and praise. Whichever you choose, this is a distinctive Japanese name that travels easily into other languages.

Aika

Strong Japanese unisex choice. Dragons are a symbol of power in Japan.

Ryuko

A stylish French name which ultimately derives from Adelaide, via the Occitan form Azalaïs. It was borne by Saint Marie-Azélie Guérin, also called Zélie, the mother of Thérèse of Lisieux.

Azélie

Slovene Mia cognate, rarely seen in the US.

Mija

A pretty and wearable option with traditional Choctaw roots.

Sooni

Eria is a feminine name with multiple potential origins. It may derive from the Greek element "eri" meaning "early," or could be a variation of names like Aria or Erica. In some cultures, it appears as a shortened form of names containing the "er" sound. Eria also exists as a genus of orchids, giving the name a delicate, botanical connection. The name's brevity and melodic quality give it a modern feel despite its classical roots. While relatively uncommon in most Western countries, Eria has seen modest usage in various cultures. Its appeal lies in its simplicity, gentle sound, and versatility across languages.

Eria

Royal names are on the rise. Along with names such as Princess, Queen, and Royal, why not Palace? Why not indeed.

Palace

Servia

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 908)

15,000+ Two-Syllable Girl Names