6 Letter Girl Names

Grisel is a feminine name with medieval European origins, derived from the Middle English 'gris' meaning 'grey.' It's a variant of Griselda, a name made famous through Boccaccio's 'Decameron' and Chaucer's 'Canterbury Tales,' where Griselda exemplified patience and wifely obedience. The shortened form Grisel emerged as a more accessible version of this classical literary name. Popular during the late Middle Ages, it declined but maintained modest usage in Spanish-speaking countries and Scotland. The name carries associations of endurance and quiet strength from its literary connections. While uncommon in contemporary naming trends, Grisel offers a distinctive alternative to more familiar '-el' ending names like Isabel, combining historical depth with an unusual melodic quality.

Grisel

Quirky but tough, Gwenna is a name of both Cornish and Breton origin that might work as a long form for Gwen for those unsure of Gwendolen, but fans of Tessa and Willa. 

Gwenna

Hallow is a word meaning sacred or holy. As the root word for Halloween (orginally All Hallows' Eve), this name might be an evocative choice for a baby born on or near October 31st. It could work well for either a boy or a girl and offers the nicknames Hal and Halley.

Hallow

Hanabi is the Japanese word for fireworks and is rarely given as a name to babies. The most famous Hanabi is Koko the Gorilla — "birth" name Hanabi-ko, or "fireworks child." Koko, known for her use of "Gorilla Sign Language," was born at the San Francisco Zoo on the 4th of July, hence the meaning of her name.

Hanabi

Harini

Harloe

Hassie is a vintage feminine name that originated as a diminutive form of Hasselene or as a nickname for names beginning with 'Has-'. It also appeared as a pet form of Hester or Esther in some communities. The name enjoyed modest popularity in the southern United States during the late 19th and early 20th centuries but has become extremely rare today. Hassie has the characteristic friendly, informal quality of many nickname-names ending in '-ie' from that era. Like other revival vintage names, it combines old-fashioned charm with a distinctive quality that sets it apart from contemporary popular choices. The name's simple pronunciation and spelling make it accessible despite its unfamiliarity to modern ears. Hassie represents a category of names now being rediscovered by parents interested in authentic historical choices.

Hassie

Hatley

Hazlyn

Himani

A melodic Japanese name, associated with great beauty and esteemed success, depending on which kanji elements are used,  Hiromi is a familiar unisex choice in its native Japan. The name peaked in the US back in 2004 when it was given to 51 girls, possibly thanks to jazz composer and pianist Hiromi Uehara. 

Hiromi

Hurrem

Ida is one of those terminally old-fashioned names that suddenly sounds fresh again, especially given how fashionable it is in Europe. Ida, usually pronounced ee-da, is a Top 100 name in Scandinavia and German-speaking countries, and is rising more gently in the US.

Ida can't get much shorter, so its nicknames get longer, like the elaborated Idella.

Idella

Iniyah

Insley

Iylani

Jaelah is a feminine name with possible Hebrew origins, likely a modern elaboration of Jael, who appears in the Bible as a heroine who helped the Israelites by killing an enemy general. The original name Jael means 'mountain goat' or 'to ascend,' symbolizing surefootedness and agility. The addition of the soft '-ah' ending enhances its feminine quality and musical flow. Jaelah emerged in usage primarily in the 21st century, part of the trend toward creating variant spellings and elaborations of biblical names. While still relatively uncommon, it appeals to parents seeking a name with biblical connections but with a contemporary sound. The name has a melodic quality with its flowing vowels and soft consonants.

Jaelah

Jakira

Jamela

Jamera

Six letter girl names include several choices at the very top of the popularity lists, such as Olivia and Sophia.



Six letters may be the ideal length for baby names, according to research. Along with the international favorites Sophia and Olivia,

 6 letter girl names ranking in the US Top 100

 include Amelia, Harper, Claire, and Evelyn. 

 attracting fresh attention include Briony, Elowen, and Verity. Six letter girl names might have one, two, or three syllables and can be found in all styles and vibes.



Search for the ideal name for your daughter among the 6 letter girl names here, ordered by current popularity on Nameberry.

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