5 Letter Girl Names

Aydah

Aymar

Baily is a feminine name with Old English origins, traditionally a surname derived from 'bailiff,' describing someone who served as a court officer or land manager. As a first name, it gained popularity in the late 20th century alongside similar-sounding names like Bailey, Baylee, and Bailee. This spelling variation offers a softer, more feminine feel while maintaining the approachable, casual charm of the name. Baily conveys a sense of strength and reliability while remaining youthful and fresh. Though less common than the Bailey spelling, Baily appeals to parents seeking names that work well from childhood through adulthood and bridge the gap between traditional and contemporary. The name's ambiguous gender association has made it increasingly used for girls.

Baily

Dated British favorite that never caught on in this country, where Jade remains the green gem of choice. 
Interesting namesakes: British writer Beryl Bainbridge and British aviatrix Beryl Markham.

Beryl

Pronounced a la Bette (Betty) Davis or Bette (Bet) Midler, a twentieth-century relic.  Though if the equally vintage Betty comes back, Bette may be close behind.

Bette

Binti

A name heard in the Jewish community and another addition to the color name list.

Brina

Bryla

Caley is a feminine name with Scottish and Irish Gaelic origins, though it can occasionally be used for boys as well. Derived from the Gaelic 'Cailean' (meaning 'young dog' or possibly 'slender'), it emerged as both a surname and given name in Celtic regions. Caley offers a modern feel while maintaining authentic cultural roots. The name has a bright, approachable quality with its light, two-syllable structure. While never reaching widespread popularity, Caley saw modest usage in the 1980s-90s, particularly in regions with strong Celtic heritage. The name sometimes serves as a variation of Kayley/Kayleigh or Callie. Caley projects a nature-loving, spirited personality with its outdoor associations and energetic sound. Its relative rarity makes it appealing to parents seeking something distinctive yet pronounceable and accessible.

Caley

Long before the current place-name craze, a pair of the more daring pop singers of the Age of Aquarius picked this name for their daughters.  Jefferson Airplane's Grace Slick used the conventional spelling, the Mamas and the Papas's Michelle Phillips went further afield with Chynna (of the group Wilson Phillips). 
<br/><br/>The name has been associated with some very glamorous women--China (born Noelie and pronounced Cheena) Machado was one of the first supermodels and a muse for Richard Avedon, and the contemporary actress and model China Chow.

China

Ciena is a contemporary feminine name that has gained modest popularity since the early 2000s. Its origins are somewhat debated—it may be a modern variation of Sienna (the Italian city or earthy reddish-brown color), or possibly derived from the Spanish word 'cieno' meaning 'heaven'. Some parents choose this spelling as a distinctive alternative to Sienna or Sierra. The name has a melodious quality with its flowing sounds and feminine ending. Ciena carries associations with natural beauty, artistic flair, and gentle sophistication. While still relatively uncommon, it appeals to parents seeking a name that feels both modern and elegant, familiar in sound but distinctive in spelling.

Ciena

Ciera is a feminine name that emerged as a modern variation of Sierra, which comes from the Spanish word for 'mountain range.' This contemporary spelling became popular in the United States during the 1990s, offering a fresh twist on the nature-inspired original. Ciera has a light, flowing quality with its soft consonants and three-syllable rhythm. The name strikes a balance between familiarity and distinction, as its pronunciation is intuitive while its spelling sets it apart. Often associated with qualities like strength and natural beauty, Ciera appeals to parents seeking a name that sounds modern yet has subtle connections to nature. It shares sonic elements with popular names like Ciara and Kiera, placing it within a recognizable family of names while maintaining its own identity.

Ciera

Dahia

Deara

An early African-American name, along with variation Eartha.

Earth

Eilaf

Like its parent name Elijah and the related Elliot, this has potential for girls. It shares sounds with Eliza, Delilah, and Iris, along with established unisex choices, like Ellis, Emery, and Eden. Given to only a small handful of girls every year, it is not a popular choice just yet. If you do enjoy the idea, Lilias, Eirlys, Clovis, Micah, or Micaiah might appeal too.

Elias

Emary

Emyri

Eriss

Five letter girl names are led by the longtime top name Emily. Sofia, the Latinate spelling of Sophia popular in the US and throughout the Spanish-speaking world, is another top girl name with five letters.

girl names with five letters ranking in the US Top 200 

include Avery, Grace, Chloe, Layla, Riley, Ellie, Alexa, Hazel, and Sarah.


Classics Alice, Lydia, Clara, Julia, Edith, and Maria are all five letter girl names, as are the trendier Sadie, Piper, Kylie, and Quinn.

 on our recommended list include Anouk, Aziza, Celia, Darcy, Elsie, Mercy, Olive, Petra, and Tansy.


Browse our entire menu of five letter names for girls here, ranked according to their current popularity on Nameberry. 

Five letter names for baby girls, with top name Emily and both popular and unique girl names with 5 letters, including meanings, origins, and popularity (Page 125)

Five Letter Girl Names