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Animal Names for Girls

  1. Cyane

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "bright blue enamel"

    • Description:

      Cyane is a mythological Sicilian nymph who lived in a pool and whose name is an intriguing twist on the color name trend.
  2. Bobby

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Roberta, English

    • Meaning:

      "bright fame"

    • Description:

      Bobby is a nickname-name that's long been used on its own for both girls and boys, though the Bobby spelling is more usually masculine while the girls' version is usually Bobbie. There were just over 50 baby girls named Bobbie in one recent year and only five named Bobby, compared with nearly 300 baby boys named Bobby. Robert F. Kennedy III and Amaryllis Fox named their daughter Bobby, continuing the family tradition across genders. And Millie Bobby Brown is a hot young actress.
  3. Eider

    • Origin:

      Animal names or Basque

    • Meaning:

      "beautiful"

    • Description:

      An eider is a sea duck with extra soft feathers as well as a Basque name with a lovely meaning. Eider is one of the fastest-rising boys' names below the Top 1000. Though theoretically unisex, no baby girls were given the name in 2024.
  4. Consuelo

    • Origin:

      Spanish from Latin

    • Meaning:

      "she who brings consolation"

    • Description:

      Consuelo is a chic, highly sophisticated Spanish name that works well with Anglo surnames. It was regularly on the U.S. popularity list through 1983, reaching as high as Number 339 in 1930.
  5. Answer

    • Origin:

      English word name

    • Meaning:

      "answer"

    • Description:

      An implied spiritual meaning makes this a plausible new name.
  6. Ayesha

    • Origin:

      Arabic

    • Meaning:

      "alive"

    • Description:

      Variant of Aisha. In the 19th century novel She, Ayesha is a beautiful 2000-year-old queen of a lost city, and is known as "she who must be obeyed."
  7. Alinta

    • Origin:

      Australian Aboriginal

    • Meaning:

      "fire, flame"

    • Description:

      This Noongar girls’ name has a dainty sound that belies its fierce fire meaning and could easily cross over into the American or European context.
  8. Apphia

    • Origin:

      Greek from Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "bountiful"

    • Description:

      Biblical name from the New Testament. The Book of Philemon mentions Apphia as a Christian woman in Colossae.
  9. Arda

    • Origin:

      Turkish, Hebrew, or English

    • Meaning:

      "scepter, bronze, or forest"

    • Description:

      Arda is a simple gender-neutral name with several possible origins and meanings. As a Turkish name, it's usually used for males and means scepter. There is also a river in Turkey called the Arda. The Hebrew name Arda means bronze. And Arda may also be a variation of the English Arden, the name of a magical Shakespearean forest.
  10. Catarina

    • Origin:

      Portuguese variation of Katherine

    • Description:

      One of the most popular names of all time in Portugal and Brazil, with a romantic, lively sound. The main risk is confusion with other names that sound similar: Catalina, Katrina, and so forth. Caterina, with an "e," is more common in Italy.
  11. Ariela

    • Description:

      Ariela is a feminine name of Hebrew origin, meaning 'lioness of God' or 'lion of God.' It is a feminine variant of Ariel, combining 'ari' (lion) with 'el' (God). The name appears in various cultures including Jewish, Spanish, and Italian communities. Ariela offers a more distinctly feminine form than the unisex Ariel, which has been used for both genders. The name has maintained modest but steady popularity in Israel and has gained some traction in the United States and Spanish-speaking countries. Parents might be drawn to Ariela for its melodic quality, biblical connections, and beautiful meaning. The name conveys strength and spiritual significance while maintaining a gentle, feminine sound.

  12. Ashanti

    • Origin:

      Place-name, former kingdom of western Africa

    • Description:

      Authentic African name that blipped in popularity a few years ago when hip-hop singer Ashanti first arrived on the scene.
  13. Chyan

    • Description:

      Chyan is a modern feminine name that likely originated as a variant spelling of Cheyenne, the name of a Native American tribe, or possibly as a creative variation of names like Cyan (a blue-green color) or Shian. This contemporary spelling began appearing in the United States during the 1990s when unique name spellings gained popularity. Chyan has a distinctive quality with its unconventional 'Ch' beginning and concise format. The name may appeal to parents seeking a short, modern-sounding name with potential cultural connections or artistic associations. While relatively uncommon, it fits within the trend of brief, vibrant names with alternative spellings that gained traction in late 20th and early 21st century American naming practices.

  14. Baela

    • Origin:

      Invented literary name

    • Description:

      A character name in George R. R. Martin's Song of Ice and Fire series, featured in the GOT prequel House of the Dragon.In the series, the name is a feminine form of Baelon, the character's paternal grandfather.
  15. Eartha

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "earth"

    • Description:

      Used by the Puritans but off the US charts completely since the mid-1990s, Eartha is best known today as the name of American singer Eartha Kitt, as well as of the philanthropist and humanitarian Eartha M. M. White.
  16. Azenor

    • Origin:

      Breton form of Elinor or Helen

    • Meaning:

      "light"

    • Description:

      One way to spin grandma Helen or Ellen's name off the beaten track. The legendary Azenor was a tragic 6th century Breton princess who was mother to a saint. This personage also may be known as Senara.
  17. Darcey

    • Origin:

      French, Irish

    • Meaning:

      "from Arcy; dark one"

    • Description:

      A surname style choice, familiarly used in the UK, Darcey is a variation of Darcy and Darcie. Popularized by ballerina Darcey Bussell, it currently ranks in the Top 400 in the UK, below the aforementioned -y and -ie spellings.
  18. Ameline

    • Origin:

      Variation of Emmeline

    • Description:

      A variation on Emmeline, Ameline has not experienced nearly the same level of success in the US, though it was given to five girls in 2015. Whereas Emmeline lends itself to trendy nicknames Emme and Emmy, Ameline has a clearer path to the dated Amy.
  19. Abril

    • Origin:

      Spanish and Catalan variation of April

    • Description:

      This Spanish month name has been quietly used for several years now in the US.
  20. Anni

    • Description:

      Anni is a feminine name with Nordic and Germanic origins. It functions as a diminutive of Anna or Anne, names ultimately derived from the Hebrew Hannah, meaning 'grace' or 'favor.' Anni is particularly popular in Finland, Estonia, and other Northern European countries. The name has a fresh, bright quality with its short two-syllable structure and friendly ending sound. Its simplicity makes it easy to pronounce across different languages. Though less common in English-speaking countries, Anni has maintained steady usage throughout Scandinavia. The name carries a sweet, youthful energy while still being suitable for all ages. Parents might choose Anni for its international appeal, clean simplicity, or family connections to Northern European heritage.