5 Letter Girl Names

Elodi

Elyna

Elzie was given to 16 baby girls in the US last year, almost certainly as a spelling variation of the increasingly popular sweet nickname Elsie, a diminutive of Elizabeth.

Elzie

Espen

Eyana

A winning last-name-first Celtic choice, Flynn is still mostly used for boys, such as the son of Orlando Bloom and Miranda Kerr. Though Flynn is definitely one of the Irish surname names, from Quinn to Flannery to Makenna, that makes one of the trendy <a href="https://nameberry.com/list/79/boy-names-for-girls">boy names for girls"</a>.

Flynn

Gauri the Brilliant is one of the many names for the Hindu goddess Parvati. 

Gauri

Hanny is a feminine name with multiple potential origins. It may function as a diminutive form of Hannah, which has Hebrew origins meaning 'grace' or 'favor.' Alternatively, it could be derived from the Dutch name Johanna or the German name Hannelore. In some Scandinavian contexts, it might be a variant of Hanne. Hanny has remained relatively uncommon in English-speaking countries but has seen some usage in the Netherlands, Germany, and in Jewish communities. The name carries a friendly, approachable quality with its cheerful ending sound. While never achieving widespread popularity, Hanny offers a distinctive alternative to more common Hannah derivatives. Its simplicity and sweet sound give it an enduring charm despite its rarity.

Hanny

Ineza

Iveth is a feminine name with Spanish and Latin roots, likely a variant of Yvette or derived from the Latin 'Ivia'. The name carries a sense of elegance and distinction. While not extremely common in English-speaking countries, Iveth has maintained popularity in Hispanic communities. The name has a melodic quality with its soft 'I' beginning and gentle 'th' ending. Iveth may be associated with qualities like dignity, grace, and determination. The name gained some visibility in the late 20th century but remains relatively uncommon, giving it a distinctive quality for those who bear it. Many parents choose this name for its beautiful sound and cross-cultural appeal.

Iveth

Janay is a contemporary feminine name that emerged in American naming patterns during the 1970s and gained more popularity in the 1980s and 1990s. It appears to be a creative variant built on the traditional name 'Jane' (itself derived from Hebrew 'Yochanan' meaning 'God is gracious'), with the trendy '-ay' ending that became popular in the late 20th century. The name might also have been influenced by similar-sounding names like Janae or Jenae. Linguistically, the '-ay' suffix creates a melodic ending that emphasizes the second syllable. Janay has maintained moderate usage since its emergence, appealing to parents seeking a name with familiar roots but a distinctive sound and spelling. The name's rhythm and modern feel have contributed to its enduring appeal.

Janay

Janvi

Kaisa is a feminine name with Finnish and Estonian origins, functioning as a variant of Katherine or Kaarina. Simple yet distinctive, this name carries a fresh, modern sound while maintaining traditional Nordic roots. In Finland, Kaisa has maintained moderate popularity for generations, appreciated for its straightforward pronunciation and spelling. The name reflects the characteristically concise style of Finnish naming traditions. Besides Finland and Estonia, Kaisa occasionally appears in other Scandinavian countries. The name's meaning connects back to Katherine's Greek origin signifying 'pure.' Kaisa exemplifies the elegant simplicity valued in Nordic naming customs while remaining accessible to international speakers.

Kaisa

Kashi

Kayda is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may derive from the Arabic 'Kaida,' meaning 'little dragon,' or it could be a modern variant of Kayla or Katie. In some Native American traditions, Kayda is associated with meanings like 'looking forward' or 'little rock.' The name has gained modest popularity in the 21st century as parents seek names that are distinctive yet accessible. Kayda's appealing combination of familiar sounds with uncommon arrangement gives it freshness while remaining relatively straightforward to pronounce and spell. The name carries a contemporary feel with cross-cultural resonance, potentially symbolizing strength and resilience regardless of which etymological tradition one follows.

Kayda

The surname of Taylor Swift's NFL beau, Travis Kelce, is seeing new life as a given name. Could Swifties take this name to the top?
 
We've seen predictions that Kelce will be a trending baby name in years to come and while there haven't been swarms of Kelces just yet, it did double in use between 2022 and 2023. Given to 36 girls and 24 boys, compared to 18 and 13 the year before, it was one of the fastest rising gender neutral names of the year. 
 
While some may say Taylor Swift can make anything cool, others would argue she can't rescue her boyfriends surnames from the dated image surrounding Millennial favorite Kelsey. Only time will tell.
 
The name derives from an English surname and place name meaning "Cenel's island", Cenel being an Old English given name, meaning fierce" — something that might make it more appealing to contemporary parents.

Kelce

Leani

Lenyx

Sweet, enchanting Lilou is considered both a pet name from the Occitan language (spoken in Provence in the south of France), and a compound name, blending floral Lili with classic Louise. It peaked in France back in 2009 when it reached #12, and while it has now fallen in popularity, it remains in the Top 200.
 
The name first began to catch on back in the late 1990s, following the release of the 1997 film The Fifth Element, featuring a character called Leeloominaï (meaning "precious stones" in film's fictional language). Known by Leeloo, the character pushed alternative spelling Lilou into the Top 500 the year after the film was released.
 
Also appearing as Lylou, and more rarely as Liloo and Leelou (both of which did rank in the French charts when Lilou was at its peak), the name is currently in the Top 500 in the Netherlands and the Top 200 in Belgium, while in the US, just 12 girls recieved the name in a recent year.

Lilou

Lowyn

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 87)

Five Letter Girl Names