5 Letter Girl Names

Mukti

Jerie

Reimi

Similar in style to Anja, Sasha, and Sonja, Sinja is a Frisian and German diminutive with a variety of sources.
 As a Frisian name, it comes the Scandinavian Signe (via Danish Sine), meaning "new victory", or it comes from Sunna, either a Germanic name relating to a pagan sun goddess, or from Sunniva or Susannah, meaning "sun gift" and "lily" respectively. In this case, it would be pronounced SEEN-yuh.
 
As a German name, it comes from Gesine, a diminutive of Gertrud, meaning "spear of strength". As such, it would be pronounced ZEEN-yuh. 
 
A notable bearer is ice hockey player Sinja Leemann.

Sinja

Peyta is an uncommon feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a variant spelling of Peita, which has Greek roots meaning 'rock' or 'stone,' similar to the masculine Peter. Alternatively, it could be related to Slavic names or represent a creative modern variation of names like Peyton. With its short, crisp sound and distinctive spelling, Peyta has a contemporary feel while maintaining a feminine quality. The name is quite rare in English-speaking countries, making it an option for parents seeking something unique yet still intuitive in pronunciation. Its unusual status means that a child named Peyta would likely not encounter others with the same name, giving it a special, individual quality.

Peyta

A variation of Ragna, ultimately from the Norse element regin meaning "reign", this form is used in Norway and Estonia. A notable bearer is speed skater Ragne Wiklund.

Ragne

Gerte is an uncommon feminine name with Germanic origins. It likely developed as a variant of Gertrude, which combines the elements 'ger' meaning 'spear' and 'thrud' meaning 'strength.' This shortened form maintains the name's strong Germanic character while offering a more concise, modern option. Gerte may also relate to the German word 'gerte' meaning 'switch' or 'rod,' suggesting slenderness or flexibility. The name remains quite rare in English-speaking countries but has occasional usage in Germanic regions. With its distinct single-syllable sound and straightforward spelling, Gerte offers an uncommon option for parents seeking a name with European heritage and a direct, no-nonsense quality. Its brevity contrasts with many contemporary elaborate feminine names.

Gerte

Adrin

Ramit is a feminine name with roots in several cultural traditions. In Hebrew, it may be related to 'ramah,' meaning 'height' or 'elevated place,' suggesting nobility or distinction. In Indian cultures, particularly Hindi, Ramit can be connected to Lord Ram and means 'one who spreads joy' or 'sunlight.' Though traditionally more common as a masculine name in some regions, it has seen usage as a feminine name as well. Ramit remains relatively uncommon in Western countries, giving it a distinctive quality. The name's brevity and strong consonant ending provide a contemporary feel while its ancient roots give it depth and cultural significance. Its cross-cultural nature makes it appealing to families looking for a name with international versatility.

Ramit

Meeah is a modern feminine name that appears to be a creative spelling variation of Mia. The traditional Mia derives from the Italian word for 'mine' or can be a short form of names like Maria, Amelia, or Miriam. This alternative spelling with the double 'e' gives the name a distinctive visual appearance while maintaining the familiar 'MEE-ah' pronunciation. Meeah represents the contemporary trend of personalizing traditional names with unique spellings. Though uncommon in official records, it offers parents a way to provide a more distinctive version of the popular Mia. The name carries the same warm, affectionate connotations as Mia, suggesting something precious or beloved. Its simplicity and melodic quality make it accessible despite its unusual spelling.

Meeah

Ermel

Tanee

Aynia

Reita is a feminine name with several possible origins. It may be a variation of Rita (itself a shortened form of Margareta or Margarita), or could be derived from Spanish 'reina' meaning 'queen.' Sometimes considered a diminutive of names ending in '-reita,' it emerged in usage primarily in the early to mid-20th century in the United States. Reita has a vintage charm that aligns with the current revival of names from this era. While never extremely common, it peaked in popularity during the 1930s and has become increasingly rare in recent decades. The name has a gentle, melodic quality that combines softness with a certain brightness. Its uncommon status makes it appealing to parents seeking a distinctive yet accessible name with a touch of retro appeal.

Reita

Bobra

Edwin

Lynis

Telah

Zorey

Esmea

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 601)

Five Letter Girl Names