5 Letter Girl Names

Roberta and Robert may be so far out they're... still out, but Robbi might make one of the trendy new boyish nicknames for girls a la Leni and Scottie. 
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Robbi peaked in the late '50s and is now given to under 10 baby girls each year in the US. Add in sister spelling Robbie and it's around 50.

Robbi

Rogan

Romia is a feminine name with Latin roots, possibly derived from Roma, the city of Rome, or potentially connected to the Romani people. It carries the meaning of "strong" or "from Rome." The name has a romantic, old-world quality while remaining relatively uncommon in modern usage. Romia shares phonetic similarities with names like Romina and Roma, but stands as a distinctive variation. Throughout history, it has appeared sporadically across different cultures, particularly in Mediterranean regions. The name's simple pronunciation contrasts with its relative rarity, making it an intriguing option for parents seeking something with historical depth yet uncommon in contemporary use. Romia offers a blend of strength and femininity with its flowing sounds and classical heritage.

Romia

Romyn

Given to 5 girls in a recent year, Rowdi is a respelling of the unruly word name, which might make it appear less boisterous and more like Romi or Remi. You might consider this to be what Ryatt is to Riot.

Rowdi

Ruchi

Rumor

Rynli

Saaya

Safah

Sagal

Sahla

Saily

Samie

Sandi is a feminine name typically functioning as a diminutive of Sandra or Alexandra, though it has established itself as an independent given name. Popular particularly during the 1950s through the 1970s in the United States, Sandi offers a friendly, approachable alternative to more formal versions. The name has English origins, ultimately derived from the Greek 'alexandros' meaning 'defender of mankind.' The 'i' ending creates a cheerful, casual impression compared to the 'y' spelling (Sandy). Sandi conveys warmth and accessibility, with a vintage charm that's reminiscent of mid-century America. While less commonly given to newborns today, it remains recognizable and straightforward, embodying a friendly, unpretentious quality many find appealing.

Sandi

Sapna

Sarin

Sarit is a feminine name with multicultural origins, most prominently found in Hebrew and Indian traditions. In Hebrew, Sarit means 'princess' or can be considered a diminutive form of Sarah, meaning 'lady' or 'princess.' In Indian contexts, particularly in Sanskrit, Sarit can mean 'river' or 'flowing water,' symbolizing life and continuous movement. The name has been consistently used in Israel and among Jewish communities worldwide, while also having separate usage in Indian communities. Sarit's brevity and soft consonants give it a gentle, flowing quality that works well across language boundaries. Though never extremely common in Western countries, the name's simplicity and cross-cultural nature have given it modest but steady usage. Its concise, two-syllable structure makes it easily pronounceable in multiple languages.

Sarit

Saron

Sawda

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 177)

Five Letter Girl Names