5 Letter Girl Names

Unega

The male name Elwyn is used regularly in Wales, but its feminine form Elwen (also spelled Aelwen) slightly less so. Elsewhere, this name is little-known but very appealing, with straightforward spelling and a fantasy-like sound. A male Cornish and Breton saint also bears the name.

Elwen

The name of the first dog in space is the quintessential Russian dog name, equivalent to Fido or Rover. Fittingly, it derives from the verb layat', meaning "to bark".

Laika

A Greek goddess of music and poetry, Danaë has a novel yet familiar sound. 

Danaë

A sweet and punchy Japanese name with a celestial meaning.

Tsuki

Tiasa is a little-known river nymph from Greek mythology. Her name would be easily wearable on a child today.

Tiasa

Rarely given as a full name for baby girls, but occasionally used as a nickname for names such as Harriet and Henrietta.

Harry

Icelandic form of Julia, in the Top 25 girl names in Iceland.

Júlía

A friendly and accessible international form of Katherine.

Kadri

Anaïs is a feminine name of Provençal origin, derived from the Hebrew name Hannah, meaning 'grace' or 'favor.' The distinctive dieresis over the 'i' creates its characteristic pronunciation (ah-nah-EES). The name gained international recognition through notable bearers like author Anaïs Nin. Popular in France and French-speaking regions for generations, it has seen increased usage in English-speaking countries since the 1990s, appealing to parents seeking an elegant name with European sophistication. Anaïs combines melodic beauty with literary associations, making it both cultured and accessible while remaining relatively distinctive in most Western countries.

Anaïs

Esmée is a feminine name of French origin, derived from the Old French word 'esmé' meaning 'esteemed' or 'beloved.' The accent on the final 'e' indicates the French pronunciation (ez-MAY), though in English-speaking countries it's often pronounced as EZ-may. This elegant name gained modest popularity in France before spreading to other countries. In the United Kingdom and the United States, Esmée saw increased interest in the early 21st century as parents sought sophisticated names with European flair. The name conveys delicacy and refinement while remaining accessible and pronounceable. With its combination of brevity and meaning, Esmée appeals to parents seeking a name that sounds both classic and somewhat uncommon.

Esmée

Undeniably frightening and undeniably cool.

Viper

Estée is a feminine name most famously associated with the cosmetics entrepreneur Estée Lauder, whose birth name was actually Josephine Esther Mentzer. The name has French origins and is a stylized form of Esther, which derives from the Persian word for 'star.' The distinctive accent mark gives the name a touch of European sophistication and elegance. Though relatively uncommon as a given name, Estée carries connotations of beauty, luxury, and entrepreneurial success due to the Lauder connection. The name has a delicate yet strong quality, with its brief two syllables ending in an elegant accent. It appeals to parents seeking a name with cosmopolitan flair and subtle sophistication, while remaining distinctive in most naming contexts.

Estée

Agatá appears to be a variation of Agatha, a name of Greek origin meaning 'good' or 'honorable.' While the traditional Agatha derives from 'agathos' (good), this accented variation adds a distinctive flair. The accent on the final syllable suggests possible Portuguese, Spanish, or Eastern European influence. Saint Agatha of Sicily, a 3rd-century martyr, helped popularize the name throughout Christian Europe. Agatá offers a modern, international twist on this classical name, potentially appealing to parents seeking to honor heritage while giving their daughter a unique yet recognizable name. Though rare in English-speaking countries, this variant may be more familiar in certain cultural contexts where accented names are common.

Agatá

Zhané is a feminine name that gained notable recognition in the United States particularly after the R&B duo Zhané emerged in the 1990s. The name appears to be a modern creation with a distinctive spelling utilizing the 'Zh' consonant blend, which creates a soft 'j' sound similar to what's found in names of French origin or in words like 'vision.' The accent on the final 'e' suggests intended pronunciation emphasis on that syllable. While the exact etymology is unclear, Zhané illustrates the trend toward melodic, distinctive names with unique spelling variations that became increasingly popular in American naming practices from the 1980s onward. The name's popularity peaked in the mid-1990s, likely influenced by the musical group, though it remains relatively uncommon in overall usage statistics.

Zhané

A rare choice in the US. Kubra first made an appearance on the American charts in 1991 but has never been given to more than five baby girls in any one year.

Kubra

In the Bible, this name belongs to a son of Jehaleleel, of the tribe of Judah. But it feels wearable for either sex in the twenty-first century.

Tiria

French form of Chloé. A popular choice with French-speaking parents, though people elsewhere may associate it most with luxury handbags.

Chloé

The Faroese word for the buttercup flower makes a sweet and sunny nature name, sometimes shortened to Sóley.

Sólja

An unusual but fairly straightforward name, with an appealing meaning conjuring up wild, graceful seabirds.

Nauja

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 661)

Five Letter Girl Names