Two Syllable Names for Girls

Lorainne

Kofi

A lovely meaning, but a crude soundalike word has stopped it from being widely used.

Bona

Zyian

Becka is a feminine name that originated as a diminutive form of Rebecca, which comes from Hebrew meaning "to bind" or "to tie." This shortened version has a friendly, approachable quality while maintaining connections to its biblical heritage. Becka offers a slightly less common alternative to the more frequently used nickname Becky. The name peaked in popularity during the 1970s and 1980s but has since become less common, giving it a somewhat vintage charm for modern bearers. Becka strikes a balance between familiarity and distinctiveness—recognizable without being overused. The straightforward spelling makes it accessible across cultures, and its informal, warm sound often conveys a down-to-earth personality. For parents seeking a name with biblical roots but a contemporary feel, Becka offers an appealing option.

Becka

Marlyin

Jazzel

Lateasha

Korrine

Charlyne is a feminine name that serves as a diminutive or variation of Charlotte, which derives from the masculine name Charles, meaning 'free man' or 'warrior.' The unique spelling with a 'y' adds a distinctive touch to this classic name. Charlyne blends traditional roots with a modern twist, making it both familiar and unique. While less common than Charlotte or Charlene, Charlyne has maintained a steady, if modest, presence in naming records throughout the 20th century, particularly in North America and France. The name carries the strength and nobility associated with its root name while offering a softer, more feminine sound. Charlyne might appeal to parents who appreciate traditional names but desire something slightly less common.

Charlyne

Jaclene

This feminine name, pleasingly reminiscent of Kismet, has a similarly lovely meaning: Rainbow.

Keshet

Calice

Verlen

Kenzlea

Jinane

Dawsynn

Taiyler

Jaycey

Ultimately derived from an Old Turkic word, itself borrowed from Chinese, this distinctive and sparky looking choice is predominantly used in Albania. It is related to the popular Turkish and Azerbaijani name, İnci, and has the pretty meaning of "pearl".
 
Despite the popularity of its Turkish counterpart however, Inxhi is more quietly used, perhaps because it also resembles the Albanian word for engineer (inxhinier).

Inxhi

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.

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 914)

15,000+ Two-Syllable Girl Names