Two Syllable Names for Girls

Kerbi

Delrose

Lajean

Crisha

Adlean

Joyice

Madine

Berda

Luren

Reygan

Gurtha

Ismat

Icia

Sometimes used as a diminutive of Myrtle, Myrtille is also the French word for "blueberry". As such, this name has a fun and zippy feel from its "berry" meaning, but also plenty of sophistication and vintage charm. 

Myrtille

Pronounced as VILL-mee or WILL-mee depending on where you are, this clunky-cute nickname might interest those who enjoy the likes of Florrie, Mamie, Femke, Willa, Billie, Maudie, Emmy, Wendy, and Romi.  Used as a diminutive of Wilma, Wilhelmina, and Willemijn, it is a relation of William. 



Wilmie

Timbre

Aprile is a feminine name derived from the Latin word 'aprilis,' referring to the month of April. The name carries the freshness and renewal associated with springtime, symbolizing new beginnings and growth. This Italian spelling variation adds a touch of Mediterranean elegance to the more common April, with the final 'e' creating a softened, melodious pronunciation. In Italian culture, Aprile directly translates to the month of April, maintaining its seasonal connections. The name gained modest popularity in the United States during the late 20th century, particularly among families with Italian heritage. Aprile suggests qualities of vibrancy, renewal, and natural beauty, making it appealing to parents seeking a name with positive seasonal associations while offering a slightly distinctive alternative to the more widespread April.

Aprile

An alternative to Courtney — a favorite of the 70s, 80s, and 90s — Courtley has that same aristocratic air, paired with the on-trend -ley ending. The name could be interpreted as meaning "Curtenus's meadow" (Curtenus being personal name meaning "short"), though more figuratively "short meadow" or "short clearing" may be more evocative. 
 
Alternatively, it may be refer to a court or a manor house, giving it the meaning "meadow by the court", or it may be a play on the word "courtly", connoting respectable and polite behavior.

Courtley

The name of a river in West Asia, Tigris may have its origins in Ancient Greek, in which case it means "running water" or "swift water". Alternatively, it's a saintly choice, possibly borne by a sister of St. Patrick, and derived from Celtic and Gallic to mean "lady". 
 
Tigris was used by Suzanne Collins in her popular Hunger Games series, a cousin to President Snow and a stylist who has had her face surgically altered to look feline. In this instance, and from its Latin origins, the name would mean "tiger" or "tigress".

Tigris

Also spelled as Coastlynn, this elaboration of word name coast may well catch on in coming years. It could be interpreted as meaning "pretty coast" (from the Spanish linda"); "lake by the coast" (from the Welsh llyn), or even "coastline", if you view -lynn as a play on -line, in the same way Scotlynn might be used over Scotland.

Coastlyn

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 958)

15,000+ Two-Syllable Girl Names