Animal Names for Girls

Concord, Massachusetts is home to tranquil Walden Pond, and as a word name, concord has a harmonious meaning, making this a modern virtue name. It may also be associated with Concorde, the now retired supersonic airliner. 

Concord

Ellisin is a feminine name that likely emerged as a modern variation of names in the Ellis or Ellison family. It may have developed as a feminine adaptation of the surname Ellison, which itself means 'son of Ellis,' with Ellis deriving from the biblical Elijah or the Greek Elias, meaning 'Jehovah is God.' The addition of the 'in' ending creates a softer, more distinctly feminine sound. Ellisin is extremely rare, giving it a unique quality for parents seeking an uncommon name. It carries a contemporary feel while maintaining connections to more traditional naming patterns. The name blends melodic qualities with an elegant sound, offering the potential nicknames Ellie or Elle. Its rarity means the bearer would likely have a distinctive identity not shared with classmates or colleagues.

Ellisin

Amalisa is a smoosh of the prefix of Amabel and Amanda, which means lovable, and Lisa, a diminutive of Elizabeth that's long been used on its own.  In some ways, it's an improvement on all of its root names -- fresher and more distinctive than Amanda or Lisa and easier to understand than Amabel, which is often confused with Annabel.  Though Amalisa can be similarly confused with Annalisa which will inevitably become annoying.

Amalisa

A once very common Irish diminutive of Bridget that has unfortunately been associated since the 18th century with a pejorative slang term for an old or fussy woman.

Biddy

Dorotha is a feminine name that represents a variation of Dorothy, which comes from the Greek 'Dorothea' meaning 'gift of God.' This spelling variation gives the classic name a slightly different visual appeal while maintaining its traditional pronunciation. Dorotha was more common in the early 20th century but has since become quite rare, giving it a vintage charm. The name evokes images of classic literature and early Americana. Though less popular than Dorothy, Dorotha carries the same sweet, dignified quality with a touch of uniqueness that might appeal to parents seeking traditional names with slight variations.

Dorotha

Alienna

In Turkish folklore, cemre is the heaven-sent embers that sequentially warm the air, water, then earth at the end of the winter.

Cemre

Alimae

Dutch supermodel Doutzen (pronounced doubt-son) Kroes has introduced us to a name from the Netherlands that might have a hard time in an American classroom and is nowhere near as glamorous as its bearer.

Doutzen

Crystala is an elegant feminine name that draws inspiration from the English word 'crystal,' evoking images of clarity, brilliance, and precious gemstones. The addition of the 'a' ending gives it a more feminine and melodious quality. While not widely used, Crystala appeals to parents seeking a distinctive alternative to the more common Crystal or Krystal. This name carries connotations of purity, transparency, and natural beauty. Crystala might be chosen by parents drawn to names with nature-inspired meanings or those looking for something that sounds both familiar and unique. Though relatively uncommon in official records, the name has occasional usage across English-speaking countries.

Crystala

Aurembiaix was an impressive medieval countess, whose father Ermengol fought for her to inherit his lands, title and estate. Aurembiaix later fought for her right to succeed her father, and being a skilful negotiator was able to convince her local nobles to back her, despite being a woman. She later saved her city from invaders by dressing local women in men's clothing to give the appearance of greater military might. A year before she died she married Pedro, exiled prince of Portugal. When she died, she had no children and therefore she was the last of her dynasty.

Aurembiaix

Bardot joined the first and last names of other glamour girl icons such as (Jean) Harlow when David Boreanaz chose the surname of '50s French sex symbol Brigitte Bardot for his daughter. Bardot debuted in the US charts in 2022.

Bardot

Ajaya

Family surname or feminist statement name? Either way, this literary surname has a cool, current sound.

Atwood

Aaliyaa

Aqueela

Cheriss is a feminine name that appears to be a variant spelling of Cheris or possibly derived from the French word 'chérie,' meaning 'darling' or 'beloved.' The double 's' ending gives it a distinctive appearance while maintaining its soft, affectionate sound. This uncommon name has a romantic, slightly exotic quality that suggests warmth and tenderness. Cheriss has never ranked among popular names in the United States or other English-speaking countries, making it a truly unique choice. The name may appeal to parents looking for something unusual with positive emotional connotations. Despite its rarity, Cheriss has an intuitive pronunciation that connects it to more familiar names like Cheryl or Clarissa.

Cheriss

Allyria

Anleigh

Now a mostly-male name, in its earliest incarnation Douglas was used equally for girls and boys and could certainly make a comeback as one of the new <a href="https://nameberry.com/list/79/boy-names-for-girls">boy names for girls"</a>.