Three Syllable Names for Girls

Tzippora

This lovely and lilting Hawaiian name is among our favorite <a href="https://nameberry.com/search/girls-names/u">girl names beginning with U</a> and could make a rare alternative to the likes of Kalani or Leilani. Notably borne by model Uilani Owens, it can also be written as Uʻilani.

Uilani

Umaima is a feminine name of Arabic origin, derived from the root word 'umm' meaning 'mother' or 'source.' It can be interpreted as 'little mother' or 'little leader,' carrying connotations of nurturing and guidance. The name appears in Islamic history as Umaimah bint Abdul Muttalib was an aunt of the Prophet Muhammad. With its melodic three syllables and meaningful heritage, Umaima remains popular in Muslim communities worldwide. The name balances traditional religious significance with a gentle, flowing sound. While less common in Western countries, global migration has increased its presence internationally. Parents choosing this name often appreciate its cultural roots, spiritual significance, and the positive maternal qualities it represents. Umaima offers a beautiful option for families seeking a name with deep religious and linguistic heritage.

Umaima

Umamah

A pretty, mellifluous name from the Tahitian phrase vai ana o te mato teitei, meaning "water from the cave of the high rock". The Disney heroine Moana is called Vaiana in most European countries, for trademark reasons.

Vaiana

Valletta is the capital city of Malta. It takes on an air of attractiveness via model Amber Valletta and could make an appealing alternative to the somewhat dated Valerie.

Valletta

Valloleth

Valyrie

Vanika

Vaniyah

Variah

Velina

Ventura started life as a shortening of Bonaventura, Spanish for good luck or good fortune, but now stands on its own.  It has a pleasant sound and the stylish 'V' ending, but Angelenos would associate it with the Valley's main stem--Ventura Boulevard, and others might think of Ace or Jesse Ventura.

Ventura

Veralyn

More often spelled VERENA, this name is  attached to a third century Swiss saint. But the "virtue" name VERITY, is more appealing and comes more directly to the point.

Verina

Viella

The name of one of the antagonists in the 1998 Lion King sequel Simba's Pride. The character was originally named Shetani, which means "devil" in Swahili, but this name was later combined with Swahili vita "war" to create the portmanteau name Vitani. 

 If you love the sound but were hoping for a more positive meaning, the name could also be seen as an elaboration on Latin Vita, meaning "life".

Vitani

Viyona

With Willow and Willa becoming more popular for girls, surname-style Willoughby could be a more unusual alternative. Meaning "farm near the willows" or "willow town", depending on how you interpret its second element, Willoughby could offer the same unisex appeal as Bellamy, Avery, and Emory.
 
In recent years, the name has been used rarely, but slightly more often for girls, with 48 receiving the name in the US in the first half of the 2020s. For boys, it was given 12 times for comparison, making it four times less popular.. 
 
Regardless of the current stats. the full form sounds appropriate for both genders, and offers a variety of nicknames including Willa, Willow, Bee, or Billie.

Willoughby

The Social Security Lists show Willodean and all its variant spellings to have been used throughout the 1920s and 30s especially in Southern states. There are a few theories on its origins (an invented name created to honor William/Willard and a a female name ending in "-dine", or it may be an Anglicization of a Native American name).

 This is the spelling used in the YA novel and subsequent 2018 film Dumplin'.

Willowdean

 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 375)

Three Syllable Girl Names