Three Syllable Names for Girls

This common Indian name is borne by people such as Anjuli Shukla.

Anjuli

This is a modern Welsh name, stemming from the welsh word paidrín, meaning rosary. 

Paderau

This name, which can also be a surname, is not a popular name, even in China. When used in poetry, Chinese academics interpret the word qianqian as meaning diligent and vigorous.  A notable bearer is Meng Qianqian, a Chinese track and field athlete. The name is also used in the TV series Tiger Moms.

Qianqian

A name seen in the Punjab regions of India, and well used in the Indian diaspora, with a fabulous sound and meaning. Canadian author Rupinder Gill and Indian singer Rupinder Handa are notable bearers of this name.

Rupinder

This rare Scottish name will be a spelling and pronunciation challenge outside its native lands, but has a sweet sound and solid meaning.

Deòiridh

Unlike Lachlan, this <a href="https://nameberry.com/list/472/scottish-names-for-girls">Scottish name for girls</a> is likely to be mispronounced. Is that...LaChina?

Lachina

This name has it all - looks, brains, charms and an international sound that can go anywhere. 

Arinya

Like the Maori name, Anahera, Atchara is a good option for parents looking for the perfect name for their little angel, but wanting to avoid Angela and Angelina. 

Atchara

An incredibly poetic name that could be worn well in many cultures.

Chantara

This fragrant name is unfortunately just too close to the English word malady to be a good omen for English-speakers.

Maladee

This name could get shortened to Tass or Sanee.

Tasanee

This is the name of the Queen of Thailand - a cute name that can be shortened to the very 21st Century Siri, or the less-technological Kit/Kitty.

Sirikit

Anchalee

This Thai name can get shortened to Niki or Nika.

Kannika

Intira is the name of a Thai actress. Meaning unknown.

Intira

This popular Thai name will be familiar to many non-Thais. It is especially appropriate for children born on a Saturday, as Sao means Saturday in Thai.

Saowanee

The most notable bearer of this popular Thai name is Sirinya Burbridge, the Thai-American model who became the first mixed-race Miss Thailand.

Sirinya

This popular Thai name offers the irresistable pleasant nickname "Sunny".

Sunaree

Less known than other Cornish beauties like Elowen,  Demelza, and Kerensa, Elestren is a pretty botanical name ripe for wider usage. While it may have a starry, celestial feel, likely owning to sound-alikes Estelle, Celeste, and Seren, Elestren actually comes from the Cornish name for the iris flower, most specifically, the yellow iris. 
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Though it has yet to appear in the UK stats, it may still catch on (even if it is only quietly) among those looking for rare alternatives to Elowen. 

Elestren

Metheven

 abound on Nameberry, with over 10,000 names on this list containing three syllables.

That's an overwhelming number of choices of names for baby girls with three syllables, which provide a good balance for shorter surnames.

To help narrow down your choice, see our list of The Best 

The full list of over 10,000 three syllable names for baby girls, with meanings, origins, and popularity, including top 3 syllable girl names and unique girl names with three syllables. (Page 1299)

Three Syllable Girl Names