Animal Names for Girls

A light and lovely Russian diminutive of Yelena (Helena), now used in its own right in Russia. Also spelt Alyona.

Aliona

Alisse

One of many spelling variations of Allison — a name that took off in the 60s and had a few decades of popularity.

Alisyn

Aliyannah

Aliyza

Alizeth

A short form of Alexandra and Alice used everywhere from Russia to Spain. A fresh alternative to Allie.

Alla

Allaina

Allia

<p>Allina is a feminine name with multiple possible origins, including as a diminutive form of Alice (Germanic, meaning "noble") or Alina (Slavic variation of Helen, meaning "bright, shining light"). This melodic name carries a gentle, flowing quality with its soft consonants and ending in the feminine "a" sound. While not among the most common names, Allina has seen modest usage across various European cultures and has gained some recognition in North America as parents seek alternatives to more popular names. Its international versatility makes it accessible across language barriers while maintaining a distinctive character. The name conveys a sense of delicacy and warmth, with potential nicknames including Allie or Lina offering flexibility.</p>

Allina

Allira

Allyssa is a feminine name that represents a variation of Alyssa, which itself derives from the Greek name Alyssum, a type of flower. This spelling with double 'l' and double 's' emerged as parents sought distinctive ways to personalize the popular name. The name gained traction in the United States during the 1980s and reached peak popularity in the 1990s and early 2000s. Allyssa carries the same sweet, feminine quality as other forms of the name but with a unique visual presentation. The name has a melodic flow with its three syllables and soft sounds. While less common than Alyssa, this variation maintains the appeal of the original while allowing for some individuality. The flower connection gives the name subtle nature associations and a delicate quality.

Allyssa

Almaas

Almina is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. It might be a variant of Almina or Wilhelmina, combining 'al' (all) with 'mina' (love). In Arabic contexts, it could relate to 'al-Aminah' meaning 'the trustworthy one' or 'the honest one.' The name has historical usage in various European and Middle Eastern countries but remains relatively uncommon in English-speaking regions. During the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Almina gained some recognition through Almina Herbert, Countess of Carnarvon, who was the wife of the 5th Earl of Carnarvon who famously funded the discovery of Tutankhamun's tomb.

Almina

Aloha is more familiar but less namelike than Alohi, a Hawaiian name that means bright and shining. However, with the rise of word names, Aloha might make an undeniably cool and modern choice. Aloha Wonderwell (born Idris Hall) was dubbed "The World's Most Widely Travelled Girl" in the 1920s.

Aloha

Alonnie

Aluel

Similar to Alma and Alba, Alina and Alexandra, Alvena is a clunky but interesting possibility. A notable bearer is Alvena Vajda Sečkar, an American painter, children's book author, and social activist. 