Three Syllable Names for Girls

Siyani

A surprisingly modern word name, only recorded since the 20th century, Solaris is also the title of a 1961 science fiction novel by Polish author Stanisław Lem, which has been adapted for the big screen several times. An unexpected route to Sol or Solly as nicknames.


Solaris

A name made up of opposites that blend seamlessly into one. Evoking ideas of astrology, tarot cards, graphic tees, and holiday resorts, Soluna fits in with Top 1000 options like Marisol, Solveig, Stella, Solana and Luna.  

Soluna

Sophira

Suany

Suhailah is a feminine name with Arabic origins, derived from the Arabic word 'suhail,' which refers to the star Canopus—one of the brightest stars in the night sky. This connection gives the name celestial associations of brilliance and guidance. The feminine suffix '-ah' adds grace to the original form 'Suhail.' Popular throughout the Middle East, North Africa, and Muslim communities worldwide, Suhailah conveys notions of radiance, beauty, and navigation. The name carries a melodic quality with its flowing syllables and soft ending. Parents might choose Suhailah for its elegant sound combined with meaningful astronomical symbolism and cultural significance within Islamic tradition.

Suhailah

Suleika

Sureya

Taelani

Talina

Tamiya

Tariya

Tauriel is the name of an elf in the film adaptation of J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Hobbit, played by
Evangeline Lilly. She is the head of the Mirkwood Elven guard, and a companion of Legolas. Her
name was created from the Sindarin elements taur "forest" and riel "maiden’.

Tauriel

Teari

A surname with gravitas yet approachability, Tennyson was chosen by actor Russell Crowe for his son back in 2006, and has since been given to babies in small but more notable numbers. Associated with the Victorian Poet Laureate, Alfred, Lord Tennyson, it entered the stats for girls in 2003, peaked in 2016 when it was given to 37, and was chosen for 8 in a more recent year.
 
It could make an unexpected honor for a Denis or a Denise

Tennyson

Teyanna is a feminine name that emerged as a variant spelling of names like Tianna or Tiana. It carries a melodic quality with its flowing syllables. The name likely derives from roots meaning 'princess' or may be a creative variation of names like Diana or Anna. Teyanna gained some recognition in the United States during the late 1990s and early 2000s, though it remains relatively uncommon. The distinctive spelling gives it a unique character while maintaining familiar sounds. The name may have received increased attention due to notable figures like Teyana Taylor, an American singer, actress, and model. Parents often choose Teyanna for its contemporary feel combined with elegant pronunciation.

Teyanna

Tissaia de Vries is a sorceress character on the Netflix series The Witcher. The origins of this created name are uncertain, but a quick search will pull up many theories, from a variation of Tess, Taisia, or Tasia, or spawned from the Latin word "titulus" (we're not sure if we buy that one).
 
Tissaia was given to five baby girls in 2022, when it debuted on the American charts. With a romantic, feminine sound and multitude of nickname possibilities — Tia, Taia, Tiss! — we could see Tissaia charging ahead.

Tissaia

A variation of Tiana, a shortform of Tatiana (a Latin name of unknown meaning) or of Christiana ("Christian"), Tiyana has a touch of international flair, possibly inspired by the Russian and Bulgarian Tatyana and the Bengali Taniya. 

Tiyana

Tiyanna

A feminine form of Thomas, popular in Spain in the first half of the 20th century, it also ranked in the US Top 1000 in the 1920s. Parents may have been inspired by the Spanish Roman Catholic Nun, Tomasa Oritz Real, who devoted her life to looking after ill and orphaned children, and who had died in 1916, shortly before the name gained traction. 



Tomasa

 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 262)

Three Syllable Girl Names