Animal Names for Girls

Arayah

Arayah is a modern feminine name that combines elements of several naming traditions. It may be a variation of Araya, which has Thai origins meaning 'noble' or could be related to the Hebrew name…

Arazoa

Basque

"Problem"

A mischievous choice for the naughty child, Arazoa has a pleasant sound and eye-catching look. Beware the confusion that is almost inevitable with Arizona.

Arban

Mongolian

"the fluent one"

This undiscovered Mongolian name has a tailored charm.

Arbel

Hebrew place name

A popular Israeli baby name inspired by Mount Arbel in the north, which overlooks the Sea of Galilee.

Arbela

Arbela is a feminine name with ancient historical roots, connecting to the city of Arbela (modern Erbil in Iraq) where Alexander the Great won a decisive battle. This elegant name carries echoes of…

Arbell

Arbell is a feminine name of obscure origins, possibly derived from Arabic 'arabela' meaning 'answered prayer' or as a variant of Arabella, which has Latin roots meaning 'yielding to prayer.' The…

Arbella

Arbella is a feminine name with noble historical connections, most notably through Lady Arbella Stuart, a potential successor to Queen Elizabeth I of England in the early 17th century. The name…

Arbelle

Arbelle is a delicate feminine name of uncertain etymology, possibly deriving from Latin 'arbor' meaning 'tree,' suggesting natural beauty and strength. It may also be a variant of Arabella, which…

Árbol

Spanish

"tree"

The Spanish word for tree would make a distinct and offbeat nature name.

Arbor

Nature name

Arbor is an original unisex tree-related choice we're sure to hear more of. Highly unusual now, Arbor takes its place alongside other new arborial names ranging from the mighty Oak (or Oakley) to the…

Arcadia

Greek

"region offering peace and contentment"

Arcadia, a name for an unspoiled paradise, makes an attractive secular alternative to Nevaeh or Eden. For parents who want an unusual name with a friendlier nickname, Arcadia has the advantage of…

Arcadie

Arcadie is a feminine name with Greek origins, derived from Arcadia, the mountainous region in Greece that was considered an idyllic pastoral paradise in ancient mythology. The name evokes images of…

Arcana

word name

This name has many different connotations, from Tarot cards to a species of butterfly. It is related to the English word arcane, which means esoteric, mysterious, enigmatic.

Arcangel

Arcangel, traditionally a masculine name but listed here as feminine, derives from the Latin 'archangelus' and Greek 'archangelos,' meaning 'chief angel' or 'principal messenger.' It refers to the…

Arcangela

Greek

"high-ranking angel"

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

Arce

Greek

"swift"

Arce was the twin sister of the Greek rainbow goddess Iris. Arce is often associated with the seldom-seen, faded second rainbow. She had iridescent wings, which Zeus eventually took off her after she…

Arcelia

Spanish

"treasure chest"

Arcelia is an undiscovered Spanish treasure worth considering.

Arcenia

Arcenia is a rare feminine name with possible Latin or Greek origins. It may be derived from the Greek 'arkein' meaning 'to begin' or 'to be sufficient,' or could be connected to 'arcanus,' Latin for…

Archangela

Archangela is a feminine name with religious origins, derived from the Greek elements 'arch' (chief) and 'angelos' (messenger), literally meaning 'chief messenger of God.' This name directly…

Alaxandra

Alaxandra is an uncommon spelling variation of the classic name Alexandra, which has Greek origins meaning "defender of mankind" or "protector of people." This alternative spelling maintains the same…