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Five Letter Girl Names

  1. Katja

    • Origin:

      German; Scandinavian; Finnish; Dutch; Slovene; Croatian, from Greek

    • Meaning:

      "pure"

    • Description:

      A sweet and international short form of Catherine, pronounced like Katya and used in various European languages.
  2. Avila

    • Origin:

      German

    • Meaning:

      "desired; or island, water"

    • Description:

      An unusual and appealing name that is the origin of Evelyn, via the Norman French name Aveline. It derives from an obscure Germanic root, the meaning of which is not clear. Theories include "desired, wished for" and "water, island".
  3. Kiana

    • Origin:

      Modern invented name

    • Description:

      Kiana (or more appropriately, Quiana) is the original polyester name, coming into favor in the 1970s but then drifting downward for years before taking a surprise turn back up the charts, perhaps thanks to its resemblance to the popular Keanu.
  4. Rigby

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "ridge farm"

    • Description:

      Rigby is a rather stiff British surname, which might call to mind the Beatles "Eleanor Rigby" or, from the recent past, Cathy Rigby, the first American woman to win a medal in World Gymnastics competition. The problem with Rigby may be its similarity to the word "rigid."
  5. Tammy

    • Origin:

      English, diminutive of Tamara

    • Description:

      Made famous in fifties movies as a wholesome backwoods gal, Tammy was a Top 10 choice from the mid-60s to early-70s, but is now given to fewer than 100 babies per year in the US.
  6. Orian

    • Description:

      Orian is a distinctive name that can be used for either gender but is listed here as feminine. It may be derived from several sources: a variation of Orion, the hunter constellation from Greek mythology; a form of the Latin 'Aurian' meaning 'golden'; or possibly related to Hebrew 'Or' meaning 'light.' The name has a celestial, luminous quality with its flowing vowels and gentle ending. Though uncommon, Orian carries associations with brightness, cosmic beauty, and natural wonder. Its cross-cultural resonance and contemporary sound make it appealing to parents seeking something distinctive yet melodic. The name bridges ancient references with modern styling, offering a name that feels both timeless and fresh.
  7. Zaiah

    • Origin:

      Modern invention, Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "God is my strength; God is my help"

    • Description:

      Likely inspired by Isaiah, Azariah, and similar, with a bit of Maia and Kaia thrown in too, Zaiah is a quietly used unisex option. Stevie Wonder named his daughter Zaiah in 2013.
  8. Sanne

    • Origin:

      Dutch, diminutive of Susanne

    • Meaning:

      "lily"

    • Description:

      Sanne is hugely popular in the Netherlands, but almost unknown here; which makes it an interesting prospect for the parent in search of an unusual name. Pronounced sah-na, Sanne is in keeping with the Dutch taste for nicknames plucked from the middle or end of a name vs. the beginning, such as Bas for Sebastien or Bram for Abram.
  9. Ollie

    • Origin:

      Short form of Olive or Olivia, Latin

    • Meaning:

      "olive tree"

    • Description:

      Ollie is used less often as a nickname for the mega-popular Olivia or the stylish Olive than Ellie is for Eleanor or Allie for Allison. That may be because Ollie has a much longer use as a nickname for boys.
  10. Iskra

    • Origin:

      Slavic

    • Meaning:

      "spark"

    • Description:

      A vocabulary word used as a name in many Slavic countries, Iskra means "spark" or "sparkle". It was the name of a revolutionary communist newspaper founded by Lenin in 1900. A famous modern bearer is English model Iskra Lawrence.
  11. Milly

    • Origin:

      Spelling variation of Millie or short form of Camilla, Millicent, Mildred etc.

    • Description:

      Milly and her more popular sister Millie are adorable Old Lady nickname-names springing back to life. Nearly 100 baby girls were named Milly, just Milly, last year, and Millie is in the US Top 500. Milly is the Molly of the new generation.
  12. Surah

    • Description:

      Surah is a feminine name with multicultural significance. In Islamic tradition, a surah refers to a chapter of the Quran, giving the name deep spiritual meaning for Muslim families. The name also appears in Hebrew with connections to the word for 'princess' or 'noblewoman.' With its soft sounds and two-syllable structure, Surah has a gentle, flowing quality that contributes to its appeal as a feminine name. While not extremely common in Western countries, the name has gained modest recognition internationally. Surah's cross-cultural presence makes it appealing to diverse families, particularly those seeking a name with spiritual significance or Middle Eastern roots. Its brevity and melodious sound make it both distinctive and accessible.

  13. Alaya

    • Origin:

      Sanskrit

    • Meaning:

      "dwelling, abode"

    • Description:

      Alaya has connections as a Buddhist term, and it could be a creative coinage, based on similarities to names like Alayna and Layla. In Buddhism, Alaya refers to the base consciousness—all of our memories, ideas, and desires. It's a lofty concept, and an attractive name, slowly on the rise since entering the US Top 1000 in 2009.
  14. Mylah

    • Origin:

      Spelling variation of Mila or feminine variation of Milo

    • Meaning:

      "solider; merciful"

    • Description:

      The popularity of Mila has no doubt influenced the rise of Mylah, which can also be viewed as a feminization of Milo.
  15. Teddi

    • Origin:

      Short form of Theodora, Greek

    • Meaning:

      "gift of God"

    • Description:

      Now that Theodora (and Dorothea) are back, the adorable Teddi might work again for a baby girl. Teddi fits the rising trend of boyish nicknames for girls - alongside picks like Leni and Charlie.
  16. Avani

    • Origin:

      Hindi

    • Meaning:

      "the good earth"

    • Description:

      A name quite common in India, with a soft but spirited sound and an attractive meaning for lovers of nature.
  17. Avaya

    • Origin:

      Variation of Ava, English

    • Meaning:

      "life"

    • Description:

      This elaboration of the popular Ava likely took inspiration from other on-trend choices such as Amaya, Nevaeh, and Alayah. Given to nearly 140 girls each year, alternative spelling Avayah is twice as popular and currently in the US Top 1000.
  18. Rainy

    • Origin:

      Word name or diminutive of Regina, Latin

    • Meaning:

      "queen"

    • Description:

      The Rainy spelling puts this name firmly in word name territory, an appealing option following the rise of Stormi. Rainey is the most popular spelling of the name, given to about 50 girls last year, with half as many called Rainy and a quarter named Rainie, the spelling used by Andie MacDowell for her now-grown daughter.
  19. Alira

    • Origin:

      Aboriginal Australian

    • Meaning:

      "quartz stone"

    • Description:

      This Australian name can have other spellings such as Allira, Alirah and Aleara. We prefer this spelling which keeps confusion and mispronunciation to a minimum.
  20. Lieke

    • Origin:

      Dutch diminutive of Angelique et al

    • Description:

      The popular Dutch name Lieke is one of those diminutives, like Lena, that can be short for a range of names ending in its sound -- which, by the way, is the two-syllable LEE-ka. Despite its versatility, we don't see Lieke's popularity translating to English-speaking cultures.