4 Letter Girl Names

The Russian variation of Alex or Alec is familiar to some as a girl name through African supermodel Alek Weks. A trailblazer for non-European beauty in the 90’s, Weks makes this intriguing alternative to popular Alex feel chic. For your little girl, this may be a new twist on Alexa or an innovative short form of Alexandra.

Alek

The last name of supermodel Jessica makes a very difficult first.

Stam

This name of an Estonian supermodel might more sensibly by translated as Thea.

Tiuu

A variant of Asha, which is related to the classic Arabic name Aisha, yet another way to say life.  Other on-the-rise names with this uplifting meaning: Zoe and Vivian varieties such as Viviana, Viveca, and Vivienne.

Eshe

An unexplored choice, evocative of the snowcapped Andes, with a pleasant, catchy sound.

Peru

Suggests the salty, windswept air of the seashore.

Gull

Part of a group of lovely A-starting names popular in Spain, along with Ainhoa and Aitana. Spanish actress Aroa Gimeno introduced this one.

Aroa

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.

Arda

Though it might be acceptable in its native land, the fact of Azni being an anagram of a word with unpleasant World War II associations would limit its usage here.

Azni

Yule is one <a href="https://nameberry.com/list/412/christmas-baby-names">Christmas baby name</a> that doesn't sound very festive. We prefer Winter or even Christmas itself.

Yule

Cloris is bad enough without shortening.  Consider FLOR instead, a beautiful Spanish name.

Clor

Popular in Ireland, though not as popular as its spelling variant Eimear, Emer is a mythological name, associated with the legendary wife of the warrior hero Cuchulainn. She was said to possess the six gifts of womanhood: beauty, voice, speech, wisdom, chastity, and needlework.
 
While the exact meaning of Emer is unknown, one theory is that it means "swift" or "quick". 
 
Pronounced as EE-mer, this form of the name was most popular in 1983, when nearly 200 girls received the name, placing it in the Top 50. A more recent year saw it given to less that 2 girls, however.
 
Other forms of the name include Eimer and Éimhear (said as EH-ver), along with the Scottish variant Eimhir (pronounced AY-veer).

Emer

This possible word name, which rhymes with Maia, makes an even more distinctive alternative.

Baia

Atia Balba Caesonia was a Roman noblewoman who was the mother of Emperor Augustus. As was the practice at the time, she had two sisters also named Atia, Atia Prima and Atia Tertia.  The real-life Atia was reportedly a more worthy personage than the scheming Atia on HBO's "Rome."

Atia

Lyre is an uncommon feminine name inspired by the ancient stringed musical instrument associated with Greek mythology, poetry, and music. The lyre was particularly connected to Apollo, the god of music, and was said to charm listeners with its beautiful melodies. As a name, Lyre emerged primarily in the modern era, appealing to parents drawn to musical names or those seeking unique appellations with artistic associations. The name evokes images of classical beauty, harmony, and creative expression. While exceptionally rare in usage statistics, Lyre shares qualities with other musical names like Melody or Aria that have gained popularity. The name's brevity, pleasing sound, and cultural resonance give it potential appeal despite its rarity in most naming records.

Lyre

Think of Yfke as a cooler Yvonne, or a more unusual Eva. The Frisian name is rarely heard beyond the Netherlands.

Yfke

Duna refers the Hungarian word for the Danube River or to the Icelandic term for the down of a duck.  Duna also bears a resemblance to both Dune and Djuna.  In this era of word names and invented names, Duna may have a bright future.

Duna

This short form is used by supermodel Ekat Kiseleva.

Ekat

Lute is a rare feminine name with both musical and literary origins. As a musical reference, it comes from the stringed instrument that was popular in Renaissance and medieval periods. The word derives from the Arabic 'al-'ud,' which traveled through European languages before reaching English. As a name, Lute has a delicate, artistic quality and may appeal to parents with musical interests or those seeking a short, distinctive name with cultural depth. While uncommon in contemporary usage, it carries a melodic simplicity and vintage charm. The name also occasionally appears as a nickname for Luther, though its usage as a standalone feminine name has its own unique character and appeal.

Lute

Taki is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins. In Japanese, it means 'waterfall' or 'cascade,' evoking natural beauty and flowing energy. In Maori, it can mean 'to recite' or 'guide.' The name also exists in Polish as a diminutive of names like Takeo. With its short, bright sound and cross-cultural appeal, Taki works well internationally while remaining distinctive. The name has gained modest popularity in Japan and among parents seeking nature-inspired or multicultural names. Taki's brevity and easy pronunciation make it practical across language barriers while still feeling fresh and uncommon. The name conveys a sense of natural grace and vitality, particularly through its Japanese water association.

Taki

, one of the top names for girls not only in the US but around the world.

, other four letter names for girls in the US Top 100 include 

, the most-used girl name of all time, also contains four letters, as do such classics as 



Unique four letter names for girls we recommend include 



Browse our entire collection of four letter names for girls below, ordered by their current popularity on Nameberry. 

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