Animal Names for Girls

Delfa

Delfa is an uncommon feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a variant of Delphia, connecting it to the ancient Greek city of Delphi, known for its oracle and association with Apollo.…

Delfina

Italian and Spanish variation of Delphine

The Spanish and Italian variation of the sophisticated French Delphine is also the word for "dolphin". A popular choice in Uruguay and Argentina, the name is rarely used in the US.

Delfine

Delfine is a feminine name with French and Latin influences, functioning as a variant of Delphine. The name derives from Delphi, the ancient Greek city that was home to the famous oracle and…

Delia

Greek

"born on the island of Delos"

Delia is a somewhat neglected southern charmer that stands on its own but also might be short for Adelia or Cordelia. Delia's name is based on that of the Greek island of Delos, which in Greek myth…

Deliah

Deliah is a feminine name that appears to be a variant spelling of Delilah, which has Hebrew origins meaning "delicate" or "weak." In the Bible, Delilah was the woman who betrayed Samson by cutting…

Delianna

Delica

Delica is a feminine name with Latin influences, possibly derived from "delicate" or "delightful." This uncommon name has a gentle, refined sound that conveys elegance and femininity. With its…

Délice

French

"delight"

French delicacy.

Delicia

Latin

"delight"

Tastier than Alicia or Felicia.

Delie

Delie is a delicate feminine name with French origins, possibly a diminutive form of names containing the element 'del' such as Adele or Cordelia. It may also be derived from the French 'délié,'…

Delight

English word name

"gratification or pleasure"

The mythical daughter of Eros and Psyche becomes a modern-sounding word name. Danger: could be seen as X-rated.

Delila

Hebrew and German variation of Delilah, Hebrew or Arabic

"delicate"

This spelling of Delilah is disproportionately common among the Amish.

Delilah-rose

Hyphenated name, English, Hebrew, "delicate or languishing rose"

"delicate or languishing rose"

Lilting and pretty but with plenty of spark, this hyphenated name has been a stylish choice in the 2020s in England and Wales. While the length of Delilah may mean Rose gets dropped in everyday…

Delilia

Delilia is a feminine name that appears to be a variant or elaboration of Delilah, the biblical figure known for her beauty and betrayal of Samson. While Delilah has experienced significant…

Delina

Delina is a melodious feminine name of multiple possible origins. It may be a variant of Adelina (meaning 'noble' or 'nobility' in Germanic languages) or a derivative of Delia (from Greek, meaning…

Delinda

Delinda is a feminine name with Latin origins, possibly derived from 'linda' meaning 'beautiful' with the prefix 'de' adding emphasis. The name has been in sporadic use in the United States since the…

Deline

Deline is a delicate feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a variation of Adeline, meaning 'noble' or 'nobility' from Germanic roots, or could derive from French place names or…

Delisa

Delisa is a feminine name with Romance language origins, possibly derived from 'delicia' meaning 'delight' or 'pleasure' in Latin. It can be considered a variation of names like Delilah or a…

Delise

Latin

"delight"

Variation on the Delight-Delicia theme.

Delisha

Delisha is a feminine name that emerged in American naming culture, likely as a creative combination of the prefix 'Del-' (found in names like Delilah or Della) with the popular '-isha' suffix that…