5 Letter Girl Names

Sheri is a feminine name with multiple potential origins. It emerged primarily as a diminutive form of Sheryl or Cheryl, which themselves derive from the French name Chérie, meaning "beloved" or "darling." Others connect it to the Hebrew name Sharon, meaning "plain" or "forest." Sheri reached peak popularity in the United States during the 1950s and 1960s, reflecting the trend toward friendly, accessible names ending with the "ee" sound. The name conveys a warm, approachable quality that contributed to its appeal during that era. Though less commonly given to newborns today, Sheri maintains a pleasant, unpretentious charm and is associated with women of the Baby Boomer generation who embody friendliness and reliability.

Sheri

Shiri is a multicultural feminine name with several origins. In Hebrew, it means 'my song' or 'my poem,' deriving from 'shir' (song). In Persian culture, Shiri relates to 'shir' meaning 'milk' or 'lion,' symbolizing either sweetness or strength. The name also appears in African languages, particularly in Zimbabwe where it has connections to natural elements. Shiri is appreciated for its melodic sound and brevity, making it easily pronounceable across different languages. While not extremely common in Western countries, it has gained recognition through notable bearers like Israeli actress Shiri Appleby. The name's multicultural roots make it appealing to parents seeking a name with international appeal and positive meanings.

Shiri

Silah

Skaii

Solen

Sophy is a charming feminine name with deep historical roots, functioning as a diminutive of Sophia, which means "wisdom" in Greek. This shorter variant has appeared throughout European history, particularly popular in the 18th and 19th centuries among English speakers. Sophy offers a sweet, vintage appeal while maintaining the intellectual gravitas of its parent name. The name exudes a classic simplicity that works well across cultures and ages gracefully. While less common than Sophia or Sophie in modern usage, Sophy has maintained steady, if modest, usage, appealing to parents drawn to traditional names with a gentle, slightly antiquated charm.

Sophy

Sossy

Srija

A jaunty offshoot of Sullivan, Sully will be associated by kids with the beloved character in the Pixar animated film Monsters, Inc. Rare for a girl, but with a cool surnamey style and echoes of midcentury favorite Sally.

Sully

Surya

Syrae

This name from the Torres Strait region is a gorgeous choice for parents looking for a name that describes just how precious your little one is.

Talei

Tarah is a feminine name that represents a variation of the more common spelling Tara. With Hebrew and Irish roots, the name carries rich cultural significance. In Hebrew, it can relate to 'terah' meaning 'wanderer' or 'station,' while its Irish connection links to the Hill of Tara, a historic and sacred site in Ireland's ancient mythology. The added 'h' gives the name a distinctive quality while maintaining the melodic sound of the original. Tarah saw modest popularity in the United States during the 1970s and 1980s but remains relatively uncommon. The name evokes images of Ireland's lush landscapes and ancient heritage, making it appealing to parents seeking a name with Celtic connections and a slightly unique spelling.

Tarah

Tatem

Athena, the name of the Greek goddess of wisdom, warfare, handicrafts, mathematics, and courage, has become one of the most popular mythological namesakes in the contemporary Western world. On the rise in the US, the UK, France, and Iceland, time will tell if this short form catches on.
 
Similar in sound to Thea, it appears in the 2021 Marvel film Eternals, played by Angelina Jolie, and in the comic on which the film is based. A year later in 2022, it was given to 25 baby girls in the US, having been out of the stats since the 70s, when it was only given to 5 girls.

Thena

The Tori spelling — sans E — is much more common as both a given name and nickname.

Torie

Treva

A sweet and intuitive Finnish word name. The double U's up the quirkiness, for English speakers at least. Also used in Estonia, notable bearers include actress Tuuli Narkle, cartoonist Tuuli Hypén, singer Tuuli Rand, and footballer Tuuli Tasa. 
 
Tuuli coincides with the Mongolian word for "epic", as in an epic poem.

Tuuli

Tyari

Tylyn

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 158)

Five Letter Girl Names