4 Letter Girl Names

A unisex name of Hebrew origin with a nature-inspired meaning. In the Bible, it is given to a male character, one of the 12 sons of Ishmael, however, in Yiddish, it is a variation of the feminine Tamar. 

Tema

Thia is a short, feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a diminutive of names like Cynthia, Anthea, or Dorothea. Alternatively, it could derive from the Greek 'theia,' meaning 'goddess' or 'divine.' In some cultures, Thia might be connected to the Greek Titaness Theia, mother of the sun, moon, and dawn. The name has a delicate, melodic quality despite its brevity. While not among the most popular names, Thia has seen occasional use throughout the English-speaking world. Its simplicity, classic feel, and mythological connections appeal to parents seeking a short but meaningful name. Thia combines ancient roots with a contemporary sound that works well in today's naming landscape.

Thia

Ulla, the beautiful Swedish secretary in The Producers (played by Uma Thurman in the movie) who purrs, "Ven you got it, flaunt it," has changed the image of this name forever. Ulla may stand on its own or be an abbreviation of Ursula or Ulrika; Ula may be seen as another spelling.

Ulla

Straightforward yet romantic, this is one newly minted name with long-term appeal, especially as a middle name. It was used as such for Tea Leoni and David Duchovny's Madelaine, whom they call West. Definitely ambigender, it was chosen by Marley Shelton for her daughter.


West

Wryn

A modern-meet-vintage fusion name, Wyla is a mixture of Willa, Wiley, Twyla and Lyla. Likely invented as a feminine form of Wiley, it may have its origins in the classic William ("resolute protector") or in the English place names: Willey ("clearing of willows") or Wylye (a river, whose name means "tricky"). 
 
Wyla first appeared in the US stats in 1924, then was absent until 2017. Since then, it has been given to a small handful of girls each year.

Wyla

Xaya

Zain is a name usually given to boys -- nearly 500 with this spelling alone in the US in one recent year, vs. only 20 girls. But CNN newswoman Zain Asher, sister of actor Chiwetel Ejiofor, is a noted female bearer and may inspire more baby girl Zains.

Zain

Short and zippy, Zani is a multicultural choice that is currently only occasionally used for either sex. It has its origins in Hebrew, both as a name in its own right, meaning "gift from God", and as a variant of of John via the Venetian form, Zuana. Alternatively, it might come from the Arabic name Zaniah, meaning "corner", which is also the Medieval name of one of the star in the constellation Virgo. Another source however, is from the Albanian Zana, which could mean "voice" or "fairy" from Albanian, or "divine" if it's considered a form of Diana.

Zani

The advent of Zemi is likely due to the ultra-stylish name Remi, which has been picking up steam for girls and boys. Zemi debuted in 2020, when it was given to six baby girls.
 
In the Taíno culture of the Caribbean, a zemi was a god or ancestral spirit.

Zemi

Abbi is a feminine name that serves as a diminutive form of Abigail, which has Hebrew origins meaning 'my father's joy' or 'source of joy.' This shorter variant offers a contemporary, friendly feel while maintaining its connection to the biblical name. Abbi gained popularity in the late 20th century as part of the trend toward informal nickname-style names used as given names. The spelling with an 'i' ending gives it a distinctive touch compared to the more common 'Abby' variant. While not typically ranking among top names, Abbi maintains steady usage, particularly in English-speaking countries. It carries connotations of joy, warmth, and approachability.

Abbi

Acey is a rare feminine name with several possible origins. It may have developed as a diminutive of names containing the 'ace' sound, such as Asenath or Acacia, or as a nickname for names beginning with 'A.' Alternatively, it could derive from the word 'ace,' suggesting excellence or someone who excels. Acey has never been common in mainstream usage but occasionally appears in Southern United States naming traditions. The name has a breezy, upbeat quality with its short, open-vowel sound structure. Its simplicity and positive connotations give it a friendly, approachable character. In modern contexts, Acey might appeal to parents seeking a distinctive yet unpretentious name with a subtly positive meaning.

Acey

Afsa

Alyn

Anea

Anel is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins. In Hebrew tradition, it relates to 'God has answered,' while in Latin American contexts, particularly Spanish and Portuguese influence, it can mean 'ring' or 'circle,' symbolizing eternity and completeness. In Turkish, Anel carries associations with 'mother' or 'maternal.' This multicultural name is concise and melodic, making it easy to pronounce across different languages. While not extensively popular in English-speaking countries, Anel enjoys modest usage in diverse cultural communities. The name's brevity combined with its meaningful associations makes it appealing to parents seeking a simple yet distinctive name with international versatility and symbolic depth.

Anel

Anum

Arii

Arzu was once a popular baby name in Turkey, ranking as high as Number 14 in 1980. Now, it's more of a Turkish mom name, although it remains a common choice for babies in Azerbaijan, where Arzu has been in the Top 100 since records began in 2015.

Arzu

Ayma

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

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



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

Four Letter Girl Names, with origin, meanings, and popularity, including top four letter girl names Emma and Luna and unique four letter girl names Echo and Romy (Page 56)

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