Greek Names for Girls

Arcangela is a heavenly possibility if Angel or Angela isn't elevated enough for you. 

Arcangela

In Greek mytholgy, Antigone was the noble and courageous daughter of Oedipus, who acts as his guide after he blinds himself. Antigone is also the eponymous heroine of a play by Jean Anouilh.
 Despite her heroism, however, Antigone has not yet made it into the modern world, but with the increasing acceptance of longer, weightier Greek and Roman names, this could change.

Antigone

A delicate name with strong roots, Aniceta is most often used in contemporary Spain. Saint Anicetus was an ancient pope and martyr. 

Aniceta

Annys is a feminine name with medieval origins, representing an archaic spelling variant of Agnes or Annis. The name derives from the Greek 'hagnos' meaning 'pure' or 'holy.' This vintage spelling appeared in medieval England and Scotland but fell out of common use centuries ago. Annys combines ancient roots with a distinctly old-world charm, making it appealing to parents drawn to historical naming patterns. While extremely rare in modern usage, its similarity to more familiar names like Ann and Agnes makes it accessible despite its uniqueness. The name's brevity and simple pronunciation contrast with its unusual spelling, creating an interesting balance. Annys might appeal to parents interested in medieval history or seeking a genuinely unusual name that still carries historical legitimacy and a connection to more familiar classics.

Annys

Angeliki

Ange is a feminine name of French origin meaning 'angel,' though it can occasionally be used for boys in France as well. Simple yet evocative, this name directly references celestial beings and carries strong spiritual associations across many cultures. The name's brevity gives it a distinctive quality compared to longer forms like Angela or Angelica. Ange has maintained consistent usage in French-speaking regions but remains relatively uncommon in English-speaking countries, where it offers a subtle, sophisticated alternative to more common angelic names. The name conveys qualities of purity, goodness, and spiritual beauty within its compact, elegant form.

Ange

Chrysa

Chris is one of the longest-running and still most appealing unisex short forms, still used nearly equally for boys and girls.  Though no longer fashionable, Chris still feels crisp and appropriate for both sexes.

Chris

The French word for angel is Ange, but Angèle is the French version of the name Angela, and feels much fresher nowadays.

Angèle

What's Cia short for? Cynthia or most any other C-name. Stylish in its sleek Mia-Nia minimalist feel, but may remind some of the Central Intelligence Agency.

Anemone is a floral name that relates to the ancient Greek myth of the famous love story of Aphrodite and Adonis, in which Aphrodite transforms her wounded lover's blood into a flower, the crimson anemone, whose blossoms are opened by the wind — accounting for its other name, windflower.
 This makes an interesting, if challenging, choice for someone seeing an unusual flower name.

Anemone

An unusual Greek mythological name belonging to a fresh-water nymph, also known as Cleona, Kleone, and Kleona.

Cleone

Cleta was one of the Charities or Graces.

Cleta

Kore is the original Greek form of the modern Cora, a name that's heading straight for the top of the charts in the English-speaking world. Kore was an alternate name for Persephone, goddess of the underworld. Spelling the name Kore may tip it toward the short form Kory or Korey.

Kore

Attractive place-name, of a beautiful resort region of Turkey. 

Anatola

Natasa is a feminine name with Slavic origins, primarily used in Serbia, Croatia, Slovenia, and other Balkan countries. It is a variant of Natasha, which itself is a diminutive form of the Russian name Natalya or Natalia, derived from the Latin 'natalis,' meaning 'birthday' or 'birth,' with connections to Christmas and the birth of Christ. The name gained wider recognition in the mid-20th century throughout Eastern Europe and has maintained steady popularity in the Balkan region. Natasa has a soft, melodic quality while still sounding strong and distinctive. Unlike the Russian Natasha with its 'sh' sound, Natasa is pronounced with a soft 's,' giving it a slightly different musical quality that reflects its specific cultural origins in South Slavic languages.

Natasa

A variation of Cyrilla, which is in turn a feminine form of Cyril, which, in Greek, is used to refer to God or Jesus.


Syrilla

Cirilla is the currently most-used version of this name, thanks to The Witcher series, but Sirilla is another spelling variant of the original Cyrilla, feminine of Cyril. Downside: that Siri nickname.

Sirilla

A name with an ancient pedigree which might prove confusing to the modern ear.

Damiane

Anastasha is a feminine name that appears to be a creative blend of Anastasia and Natasha, both names with Russian and Slavic origins. Anastasia comes from Greek roots meaning 'resurrection' or 'rebirth,' while Natasha is a diminutive of Natalia, meaning 'birthday' or 'born on Christmas Day.' This fusion creates a melodious, elaborate name with an exotic flair. Anastasha remains quite rare, making it an option for parents seeking something distinctive yet with recognizable elements. The name carries a regal, sophisticated quality while maintaining the warm familiarity of its parent names. Its rhythmic four syllables and soft ending sound create a feminine impression with substantial presence.

Anastasha

Greek girl names include several classic names that have ranked highly in the US for its entire history, most notably Catherine, Helen, and Margaret.

 in recent times, not only in the US but around the world, is Sophia, the name of the ancient Greek goddess of wisdom. Sofia, the name’s alternate spelling, also ranks in the Top 25, along with the Greek name Penelope.

include Alexandra, Arianna, Chloe, Cora, Evangeline, Iris, Lydia, Maya, Ophelia, Thea, and Zoe. 

 popular in Greece include Konstantina, Katerina, Dimitra, and Eleni.

 currently in style include Anastasia, Anthea, Calypso, Cassia, Dorothea, Eulalia, Ione, Lyra, and Phoebe. But there are so many other Greek girl names worth consideration, from Acacia to Zephyrine, that the entire list bears a closer look.

 were a big favorite of Shakespeare's, with such Greek names as Desdemona and Cressida playing a major part in some of his greatest tragedies. If Greek girl names are good enough for the Bard, surely our list of Greek names for girls is worth exploring!

Greek girl names with meanings and popularity, including top Greek names for girls and unique girls names from Greece and of Greek origin. (Page 24)

Greek Girl Names