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415+ Hebrew Girl Names

  1. Yona

    • Origin:

      Cherokee or variation of Jonah, Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "bear; dove"

    • Description:

      A name with a double animal connection via two distinct origins, one Native American and the other Hebrew and Biblical. Yona is rare in the US but not unknown: It was given to a dozen baby girls in 2021.
  2. Nissa

    • Origin:

      Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "to test"

    • Description:

      Feels truncated, as though a first syllable was snapped off.
  3. Mehitabel

    • Origin:

      Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "God rejoices"

    • Description:

      Most famously, the name of a 1920s alley cat.
  4. Lior

    • Origin:

      Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "I have a light"

    • Description:

      Lior connects with several factors stylish for Israeli names: It's short, it's unisex, and it has an uplifting nature theme. Lior might make a more modern spin on Leah.
  5. Kaylie

    • Origin:

      Short form of Kayla, Arabic and Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "laurel, crown"

    • Description:

      A cute nickname name that's risen high over the past decade or so, more especially as Kaylee, this name combines the attributes of Hailey and Kayla, Kylie and Callie.
  6. Niva

    • Origin:

      Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "talk, expression"

    • Description:

      Also an Israeli place-name, this is an unusual, feminine choice.
  7. Pella

    • Origin:

      Scandinavian, diminutive of Petronella, or Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "stone or marvel of God"

    • Description:

      This rare name crosses cultures. With the popularity of Ella and Bella, perhaps we'll hear more of Pella one day soon?
  8. Shalom

    • Origin:

      Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "peace"

    • Description:

      Supermodel Shalom Harlow glamorized this name, which is heard as a greeting every day in Israel.
  9. Hepzibah

    • Origin:

      Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "my delight is in her"

    • Description:

      This is a streamlined spelling of the biblical Hephzibah. Hephzibah is an Old Testament name that came into use in the 17th century, but is not often used today. It does have less formal nicknames Eppie and Hepsie, which seem revivable. Hephzibah "Eppie" Cass/Marner is the heroine of George Eliot's novel Silas Marner and Hepzibah Smith is a witch in the Harry Potter series.
  10. Shaina

    • Origin:

      Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "beautiful"

    • Description:

      Despite its Irish sound, this commonly used word name has usually been confined to Jewish families.
  11. Zibby

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Elizabeth

    • Description:

      Zibby is the adorable, zippy nickname for Elizabeth used for the lead female character in the film "Liberal Arts." Zibby can make a Libby for the 21st century.
  12. Sariah

    • Origin:

      Variation of Sarah

    • Description:

      Sariah is the perfect compromise name for when you say Sarah, and your spouse says Mariah. Spelled Saria, it's a character in the video game The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time.
  13. Nera

    • Origin:

      Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "candle, light"

    • Description:

      Because of its meaning, this is a symbolic name given to girls born on Hanukkah, the Festival of Lights.
  14. Sheba

    • Origin:

      Hebrew, short variation of Bathsheba

    • Meaning:

      "daughter of an oath"

    • Description:

      This biblical place-name for the region now known as Yemen started to feel fresh again as the name of the heroine of Zoe Heller's Notes on a Scandal, played on screen by Cate Blanchett.
  15. Seth

    • Origin:

      Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "placed, appointed"

    • Description:

      Although very rarely used for girls, its soft, gentle sound makes it a perfect candidate for crossing over to the female camp.
  16. Jaden

    • Origin:

      Spelling variation of Jadon

    • Meaning:

      "God has heard"

    • Description:

      From obscure male biblical boy's name to unisex favorite, Jadon/Jaden, in all its variations, has had a meteoric rise in popularity, building on Jade and Jada, plus the trendy en ending.
  17. Keryn

    • Description:

      Keryn is a feminine name of Celtic origin, though it can occasionally be used for boys as well. It represents a modern variation of the Welsh name Ceryn or can be seen as a feminized version of Kieran, which means 'little dark one' or 'black' in Gaelic. The name has a crisp, contemporary sound while maintaining its Celtic roots. Keryn emerged in usage primarily in the 1970s and 1980s, though it has always remained relatively uncommon, giving it a distinctive quality. The name's appealing brevity and soft ending make it accessible while still feeling unique. Keryn projects an image of strength with a touch of mystery, appealing to parents seeking a name that is concise, modern, and carries subtle Celtic heritage.

  18. Zelia

    • Origin:

      Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "zealous, ardent"

    • Description:

      An appealing name almost unknown in our culture but with roots in several others; worldlier than cousins Celia and Delia.
  19. Elisha

    • Origin:

      Variant of Alicia or Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "God is my salvation"

    • Description:

      Elisha (ee-LYE-sha) is an Old Testament male name, sometimes borrowed for girls. Pronouced eh-LEE-sha, it is also used as a spelling variant of Alicia or Elysia.
  20. Moselle

    • Origin:

      Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "drawn from the water"

    • Description:

      Feminine spin on Moses and European river name that's also the name of a wine.