Five Letter Girl Names
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Betsy
Diminutive of Elizabeth
"pledged to God"
This Elizabeth nickname has a decidedly retro feel--think Betsy Ross and the Betsy Wetsy doll-- once seen as a perkier, younger-sounding alternative to Betty. But with Betty on the brink of a…
Bliss
English word name
"great joy"
A sweet, uplifting and still fairly uncommon modern virtue name. Its single syllable makes it especially good as a middle name, but it would also make a big impact in the first spot; in fact, nearly…
Blyss
Spelling variation of Bliss, English word name
"bliss"
This spelling of Blyss was used for about 20 baby girls in the US last year, but it doesn't add anything to the original.
Blume
German and Jewish surname
"flower"
Bluma
Yiddish
"flower"
This floral name, related to bloom and Blossom, is common in the Jewish community, but not often heard outside it. Other Yiddish nature names are Ita (star), Masha (rising water), and Mayim (water).
Blyth
Blyth is a feminine name of Scottish and Old English origin, though it can occasionally be used for males as well. It derives from the Old English 'blithe,' meaning 'carefree,' 'cheerful,' or…
Bobbe
Bobbe is a feminine name that serves as a diminutive form of Barbara or Roberta. It originated as a nickname with the playful '-e' ending that was popular in the mid-20th century. The name Barbara…
Bonie
Bonie is a feminine name that appears to be a variant spelling of Bonnie. Originating from the Scottish word 'bonnie' meaning pretty or attractive, it carries connotations of beauty and cheerfulness.…
Mandi
Mandi is a feminine name that emerged primarily as a diminutive form of Amanda, which comes from Latin meaning "worthy of love" or "lovable." This spelling variation with an 'i' ending gained…
Bonny
Bonny is a charming feminine name of Scottish and English origin that literally means 'pretty,' 'attractive,' or 'fair.' It derives from the Old French word 'bon' meaning 'good.' The name gained…
Bonne
Bonne is a feminine name of French origin meaning 'good' or 'kind.' Derived directly from the French word for good (bon/bonne), this simple, elegant name embodies positive qualities and virtuous…
Bunni
Bunni is a playful feminine name that evokes immediate associations with rabbits and their qualities of softness and gentleness. It appears to be a creative spelling of 'Bunny,' which originated as a…
Iesha
Iesha (sometimes spelled Ayesha, Aisha, or Isha) has roots in several cultural traditions. The most documented origin is from Arabic Aisha (عائشة), meaning "alive" or "living," which was the name of…
Brenn
Brenn is a feminine name of Celtic origin, derived from Welsh and Gaelic roots. It's related to names like Brenda or Brennan and carries meanings associated with 'raven' or 'princess.' The name…
Brett
Celtic
"from Brittany"
One of a number of single-syllable unisex B-names, Brett was first spotted as a female name in Hemingway's The Sun Also Rises , via the dashing and seductive Lady Brett Ashley, who was a captivating…
Britt
Swedish, contracted form of Birgit
"high goddess"
Brisk but rather brittle. Britt Eklund was a Bond Girl in the 1974 The Man with the Golden Gun . Britt is a contracted form of Birgit, but be aware that it does come with the strong possibility of…
Briny
Briny is an uncommon feminine name with nautical associations, evoking the saltiness of the sea. Derived from 'brine,' meaning salt water, the name carries oceanic imagery and a connection to…
Brinn
Brinn is a feminine name with Celtic origins, primarily Welsh and Irish. It likely derives from Welsh elements meaning 'hill' or 'mound,' or possibly from the Irish word 'bron' meaning 'sorrow.' Some…
Brana
Brana is a feminine name with Slavic origins, particularly found in Czech, Slovak, and other Eastern European cultures. The name means 'protection' or 'defense,' deriving from Slavic words related to…
Adlyn
Variation of Adeline, diminutive of Adele, French
"noble, nobility"
Adlyn is a streamlined, modernized spelling of the popular Adeline. The name combines 'adal' meaning 'noble' or 'nobility' with the '-lyn' suffix that softens and feminizes it. Adlyn emerged in the…
