Three Syllable Names for Girls

Lilani

An unusual flower name deriving from the Latin word for lily (lilium), this variant has always been popular in Scotland.

Lilias

Lilium is the genus of the lily family and may make an interesting spin on Lillian, for those looking for something distinctive but familiar, wearable but with a touch of unexpected flair. Since the 2000s, a small handful of girls have been given this name in the US. 




Lilium

Lilliane

Lilliangrace

Lismary

The feminine form of Loan — which is derived from the saintly name Elouan — gained attention in France thanks to Loana Petrucciani. She was a contestant on the reality TV show Loft Story, the French version of Big Brother.

Loana

Lolamae

Loreley

Loveaya

Lovetta can be viewed in two ways: an elaboration of Love, similar in feel to Loretta or Violetta, or spin on the surname Lovett, similar to Everette or Wyetta. As such, it could mean "little love" or "little wolf, wolf cub".
 
Used quietly across the 20th-century, Lovetta reappeared in the US stats in 2025.

Lovetta

Lace-hankie name with Shakespearean pedigree. 

Lucetta

Lunaray

Lunetta is a charming feminine name with Italian origins, serving as a diminutive form of 'Luna,' meaning 'moon.' The suffix '-etta' adds a sense of delicacy and endearment, essentially translating to 'little moon.' This celestial name evokes images of gentle moonlight and carries a romantic, dreamy quality. Lunetta blends vintage appeal with whimsical energy, making it appealing to parents drawn to Italian nomenclature or astronomical themes. While not among the most common names, Lunetta has seen modest usage among those seeking something melodic and feminine with a touch of European flair. Its connection to the night sky gives it a naturally poetic quality.

Lunetta

Lyric is a name given to over 1000 boys and girls each year in the US. Could the more feminine Lyrical (given to only 20 girls each year) become more popular as parents look to find less common alternatives to this musical name?

Lyrical

Mackenize

Madelinne

Madellyn

Madilene

Madilyne

 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 360)

Three Syllable Girl Names