Animal Names for Girls

Azella

Azelyn

Azenet

Azlina

Azouri

Azurae

Azurah

Azyra

Azza

A less common relic of the Claudette-Paulette-Annette era. Babette's Feast is a 1987 Danish film based on a Karen Blixen (Isak Dinesen) story about a cook who wins the lottery and prepares an elaborate feast.

Babette

Bailei

Banu is a feminine name with Turkish origins, meaning 'lady' or 'princess'. In Turkish culture, it conveys nobility and refined grace, often used both as a given name and a respectful title following a woman's name. The name also appears in Persian culture with connections to an ancient goddess figure. With its simple two-syllable structure and easy pronunciation across languages, Banu offers international appeal while maintaining its distinctive cultural heritage. The name combines elegance with strength, characteristics valued in modern naming practices. While not widely used in Western countries, Banu has maintained consistent popularity in Turkey and among Turkish diaspora communities. The name's brevity and melodic quality make it both memorable and accessible, appealing to parents seeking a name with clear meaning and cultural significance.

Banu

Beasley is a fashionable yet undiscovered surname name that is particularly well-suited for baby girls. Bea is a possible nickname.
 
Beasley first made the US charts in 2018, when it was given to seven baby girls, but last year it was given to fewer than five babies so didn't make the estended list at all. The Beesley spelling — which parents may associate with Pam Beesley from The Office has never charted.

Beasley

Bellamarie is a beautiful compound name combining 'Bella,' meaning beautiful in Italian and Spanish, with 'Marie,' a classic form of Mary that has French origins. This elegant fusion creates a name that carries both grace and significance. Bellamarie emerged in popularity during the early 2000s when compound names gained favor among parents seeking distinctive yet melodious options for their daughters. The name conveys a sense of timeless beauty while maintaining a modern appeal. Though not among the most common names, Bellamarie has maintained steady usage, particularly in the United States, appealing to parents drawn to its romantic sound and meaningful components.

Bellamarie

Belva

Although she declared her independence as far back as the reign of Elizabeth I — Good Queen Bess, Bess now sounds less passé than Beth or Betsy. 

Bess

Bessy is a charming feminine name that originated as a diminutive form of Elizabeth or Bessie. With English and Scottish roots, it carries the warm, friendly quality of traditional nicknames while functioning as a standalone name. Elizabeth, from which it ultimately derives, means 'God is my oath' in Hebrew. Bessy peaked in popularity during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, reflecting an era when affectionate shortened forms were commonly used as given names. While less common today, it retains a sweet, vintage appeal that might attract parents seeking nostalgic names. The name also has rural associations through its connection to 'Bessy' as a traditional pet name for cows in British farming communities.

Bessy

Bonnie and Belle — two vintage revivals that coincidentally both mean "beautiful" — combine to make this sweet name. Bonnibelle debuted in the US charts in 2022.

Bonnibelle

Braxton has been a major hit of the 21st century for boys, and now parents are looking at it with fresh eyes for their daughters.

Braxton

Braylon as a feminine name represents an interesting gender crossover, as it originated and is more commonly used as a masculine name. Created as a modern American invention in the late 20th century, Braylon likely combines popular name elements like the prefix 'Bray-' (as in Brayden) with the suffix '-lon.' While predominantly given to boys, its increasing use for girls reflects the modern trend of gender-neutral naming. The name gained wider recognition when football player Braylon Edwards rose to prominence in the 2000s. For girls, Braylon offers a strong, contemporary sound that fits with other popular unisex names. Its usage for females remains relatively rare, making it a distinctive choice.