5 Letter Girl Names

Mjǫll

The Hebrew form of Daphne, typically only heard among Jewish families in the US.

Dafna

French spelling of Celia that is more popular in France today than traditional Célie.

Célia

Iraia is one of those uncommon names that have two different meanings and derivations, one female and one male. The girls' version is a Basque name found throughout the Mediterranean with a nature meaning. As a boys' name, Iraia is  a tradtiional Maori name.

Iraia

Hedra is the Cornish word for the month of October. With no resemblance between the words, Hedra makes a subtle, intriguing choice for an October-born daughter.

Hedra

A musical name without much rhythm or harmony. 

Music

Eimer is a rare variation of the popular Irish name, Eimear. Also appearing as Emer, it derives from Irish mythology in which it was borne by the the legendary wife of the warrior hero Cuchulainn.
 
While the exact meaning is unknown, it is sometimes interpreted to mean "swift", in relation to the Irish mear.
 
The name last appeared in the Irish data back in 2009, and even at its peak in 1995, it was given to just 11 girls. 
 
From its Germanic roots, Eimer is a masculine name, and used as a Frisian form of Elgimar or Elimar meaning "famous blade"

Eimer

Lovely variation of an upstanding classic. 

Onóra

A rare name that rose briefly in the trail of Donna. Tonna has Choctaw roots.

Tonna

Moegi Kazamatsuri is a character in the Naruto franchise.

Moegi

Murry as a feminine name represents an unusual gender crossover from what was traditionally a masculine name and surname. Derived from Scottish and Irish origins, Murry (also spelled Murray) originally meant "settlement by the sea" from Gaelic elements. While historically used primarily for boys and as a family name, its adoption as a feminine name reflects the modern trend of repurposing surnames and traditionally male names for girls. The name has a gentle, unpretentious quality with its soft consonants. When used for girls, Murry may be considered a unique alternative to more common names like Mary or Marie, sharing some phonetic similarities while standing apart. As a feminine name, Murry remains quite rare, giving it a distinctive quality for parents seeking uncommon options.

Murry

A striking option among African girl names, reminiscent of the up-and-coming name Alaia.

Alaba

Muire is a feminine name of Irish Gaelic origin, traditionally used as a form of Mary (Máire). In Irish, 'Muire' specifically refers to the Virgin Mary and derives from the Latin 'Maria.' The name carries deep religious significance in Irish Catholic heritage and has been used in Ireland for centuries. Unlike the more common Irish form Máire, Muire maintains a direct connection to religious contexts. The pronunciation is typically 'MWIR-uh' or 'MOOR-uh.' While uncommon outside of Ireland, it represents a rich cultural heritage and offers a distinctive alternative to the more widely-used Mary variations. The name embodies both spiritual significance and Celtic linguistic tradition.

Muire

The wife of legendary Irish hero Cu Chulainn, blessed with the gifts of beauty sweet speech, wisdom, needlework, and chastity -- a mixed bag. 

Émer

Gréta

Possibly to honor Canadian short story writer Alice -- though Alice is more far accessible and--until very recently-- nearly as distinctive. 

Munro

Emily substitute, though it sounds like a child's mispronunciation of "enemy". 

Emeny

Amiti is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins. In Hebrew, it relates to the masculine name Amit, meaning 'friend' or 'companion,' while in Sanskrit, it connects to concepts of 'boundlessness' or 'immeasurability.' The name also appears in some Polynesian cultures. Amiti has a melodic quality with its soft consonants and vowel ending, giving it a gentle, flowing sound. While relatively uncommon in Western countries, it has seen limited usage in Israel and India. The name's cross-cultural nature makes it appealing to parents seeking something unique yet meaningful. Amiti conveys qualities of friendship, limitlessness, and warmth, making it an uncommon but appealing choice for parents seeking a name with positive connotations across different cultural traditions.

Amiti

An anglicized spelling of Muirne, the name of the mother of Finn mac Cool in Irish legend, Myrna has a unique sound and two possible meanings, both of which are positive. Actress Myrna Loy was a notable bearer and her fame caused a spike in popularity of the name, when it reached the US Top 150 in the 1930s. 

Myrna

This name quite fittingly means "little mother."

Umama

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 288)

Five Letter Girl Names