Russian Girl Names

Yudif

Yudif is a feminine name that represents a rare variant of Judith, which derives from the Hebrew name Yehudit meaning 'woman from Judea' or 'Jewish woman.' The biblical Judith was a heroine who saved…

Yula

Yula is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins. In Slavic countries, it may be a diminutive form of Yulia or Julia, meaning 'youthful' or 'downy-bearded.' In Native American traditions,…

Yevka

Yevka is a feminine name with Slavic origins, particularly found in Russian, Ukrainian, and other Eastern European cultures. It's likely a diminutive form of Yeva (the Slavic version of Eve) or…

Yeva

Russian and Armenian variation of Eve, Hebrew

"life"

A Top 10 name in Moscow. In Russian, the emphasis is put on the first syllable.

Katia

Russian diminutive of Ekaterina

"pure"

One of the warm and earthy Russian nickname names now coming into style. Denzel Washington is the father of a Katia.

Kenya

Place name, Kikuyu

"mountain of white"

Kenya, a name borrowed from the East African nation and theoretically unisex, is now used mostly for girls. While it's had its ups and downs since entering the US Top 1000 in 1968, it currently ranks…

Yevgenia

Yevgenia is a feminine name of Russian and Slavic origin, representing the female form of Eugene. Derived from the Greek "eugenes" meaning "well-born" or "noble," it carries connotations of dignity…

Larissa

English, German, and Portuguese variation of Larisa, Greek and Russian

"citadel"

Daintily pretty without being frilly, Larissa is familiar but more quietly used than its sound-alikes Melissa and Alyssa. Though this is the more common variation in the Western World, the original…

Laurissa

Laurissa is a feminine name with Latin origins, essentially a more elaborate form of Laura, which means 'laurel' or 'laurel tree.' The laurel was a symbol of victory and honor in ancient Rome, worn…

Laurica

Laurica is an uncommon feminine name that appears to be a diminutive or elaborated form of Laura. With Latin roots connecting to 'laurel' or 'bay tree' – symbols of victory and honor in ancient Rome…

Anoushka

Russian, diminutive of Ann

"grace"

A lively, affectionate Russian pet name that is never given as a full name in its homeland, but has found some popularity in upper-crusty British society. It's also a surprising cultural crossover…

Zenya

Zenya is a contemporary feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a variant of Xenia, which derives from Greek meaning "hospitality" or "foreign," or it could be related to the Russian…

Lida

Russian diminutive of Lidia; Scandinavian diminutive of Alida; variation of Leda, Greek

"woman from Lydia; noble; happy"

Multicultural mini name with an intuitive pronunciation — it's a recipe for success, yet Lida remains under the radar.

Lidochka

Lidochka is a feminine Russian diminutive form of names like Lydia or Lidiya. In Russian naming traditions, diminutives express affection and endearment. The '-ochka' suffix adds a sense of warmth…

Zenechka

Zenechka is a feminine name of Slavic origin, primarily used in Russian and Ukrainian cultures. It functions as a diminutive or endearing form of names like Zenaida or Zenovia. The suffix '-echka'…

Lyonya

Lyonya is a feminine name with Slavic origins, particularly connected to Russian naming traditions. It may function as a diminutive form of names like Leonid or Yelena, or as an independent given…

Liya

Hebrew

"I am with God"

The first name of Ethiopian supermodel Liya (pronounced like Leah) Kebede is also a Russian variation of Lia and Lily. Rather than using Liya, English speakers will do better to call a child Leah or…

Siryen

Siryen is an uncommon feminine name with mysterious origins, possibly derived from 'siren' – the enchanting mythological creatures known for their captivating songs. The unique spelling gives this…

Ania

Ania is a feminine name with Slavic origins, particularly popular in Poland and other Eastern European countries. It functions as a diminutive form of Anna, which ultimately derives from the Hebrew…

Evgenia

Modern Greek, Russian, and Bulgarian form of Eugenia

"well-born, noble"

Used as the modern Greek form of Eugenia and as an alternative transcription of the Russian Yevgeniya, and the Bulgarian Evgeniya, this name is pronounced differently depending on location and…