6 Letter Girl Names

Evelin

A pretty, if unusual choice for a summer baby, particularly a girl with an ancestor named Ida. An epithet of the goddess Aphrodite, Idalia is derived from the Greek place name Idalion.
 
It may also be considered a Germanic and Polish name however, in which case it is an elaboration of Ida, from idal meaning "work". 
 
Idalia is currently attracting more attention after being featured in the Netflix series From Scratch, while others may have heard of it due to Hurricane Idalia, a major storm in the US in 2023.

Idalia

Jackie Kennedy gave this name a lot of style, but it doesn't seem destined for a comeback the way brother name Jack has. Jackie and Jacqueline both peaked in 1961.

Jackie

A cool, engaging surname, Keaton might feel like a fresh spin on Katelyn, Keeley or Katherine. While it is used ten times more often for boys, 27 girls were still given the name in a recent year.
 
Keaton derives from the name of a number places, which has led to a variety of different meanings, depending on which etymological root you follow. These meanings include: "place of hawks" from the Old English cyta; "river town" from the Old English ea; "hedged town" from the Cornish kee; and "Káti's (or Catta's) town", from an Old Norse given name, which ultimately means "merry, happy".
 
Notable bearers of the surname include silent film star Buster Keaton, actor Michael Keaton, and actress Diane Keaton, while in fiction, it was used in the 80s TV comedy, Family Ties.

Keaton

As Legacy heats up for girls, new variations are being put into play — chief among them is Legaci.

Legaci

Malina is a synthetic-feeling name that may be a feminization of the Scottish Malcolm or a spelling twist on the Greek Melina and that also has a fruit meaning in several Eastern European languages.  For all that it's a little bit of lots of things, Malina doesn't feel very much like itself.

Malina

Hot star Ashton Kutcher is pushing this unisex choice toward the boys' camp, but its variation Ashtyn is on the rise. 

Ashton

Though still being used, Deanna peaked many decades ago. 

Deanna

Supermodel Karlie Kloss lends this spelling variation some style. Having appeared in the US Top 1000 since 1991, it was in trouble of dropping off completely when it ranked Number 992 in 2009. Since then, however, it has made modest strides back up the list.

Karlie

Familiar in Mexico and South America, this short form of classic Elizabeth is familiar among Hispanic communities and is predominantly used in Mexico, Peru, and Bolivia. Appealing to those who like the French Lisette and want a lesser-used short form of Elizabeth, it was given to 115 girls in the US in a recent year. 
 
Appearing in the US Top 1000 in the 90s and 2000a, the name is notably borne by actress Lizeth Selene and Youtuber Lizeth Perez.

Lizeth

A retro short form of Marina, dated to the era of the Hitchcock movie that made it famous, Marnie is beginning to feel fresh again — or rather, it is in the UK. Appearing in the Top 100 there in a recent year, parents may have been inspired by British singer Lily Allen, who gave it to her second daughter in 2013, or by the character in the hit TV show Girls.
 
Friendly and gentle with the the popular sounds of Annie, Marley, Maisie, and Marcy, Marnie manages to be sweet without feeling cutesy. With the added bonus of a sea-inspired meaning, Marnie is also seeing quiet shifts up the US stats, with 85 girls given the name in a recent year —the highest number of Marnies born in a single year since the late 1970s.

Marnie

Rhylee is a contemporary feminine name with a melodic quality, typically considered a modern variant of Riley. This spelling variation, with the distinctive 'h' and double 'e' ending, emerged as parents sought to create more feminine and unique versions of the originally masculine Irish surname. The name has gained popularity primarily in English-speaking countries since the early 2000s, riding the wave of surname-to-first-name transitions. Rhylee blends the trendy sound of Riley with a distinctively feminine spelling. The name conveys a sense of spiritedness and individuality. While not among the top-ranked names, Rhylee appeals to parents seeking a name that sounds familiar yet stands out, offering a balance between uniqueness and accessibility.

Rhylee

Similar to Brielle and Riley, this name lags quite far behind these more common variations. It peaked at Number 622 in 2009 in the US, but it is now descending the ranks. It coincides with the surname Briley, a contracted form of  Brierley, which might be an interesting alternative.

Briley

Caylee was the third fastest-rising name in 2009 and peaked then at Number 263, but has since dropped in the charts, perhaps due to the Caylee Anthony association.

Caylee

Samiya is a name used by parents of both Arabic and African ancestry.  Spelling variations include Samiyah, Samiah, and Samia.

Samiya

Alorah is a modern feminine name that has gained attention in the early 21st century, particularly in the United States. It appears to be a creative variation of names like Alora, Aurora, or Elora, combining fashionable sounds and elements. The name likely draws from Latin origins meaning 'divine light' or may connect to Hebrew 'or' meaning 'light.' With its melodic quality featuring the popular 'ah' ending, Alorah fits contemporary naming trends while maintaining a distinctive character. Though not historically traditional, this name has risen in usage since 2010, appealing to parents seeking something uncommon yet accessible and feminine. Alorah blends well with current popularity of other 'A' names and nature-inspired choices, offering the charming nickname options of Allie or Lora.

Alorah

Armoni may for some be an alternate spelling of the popular designer name Armani, but in Hebrew the word pronounced ar-moan means chestnut, so this can make an original gender neutral nature name, with a melodic feel. 
 
It is also a Biblical (masculine) name, meaning "palace", appearing in the Bible as a son of Saul.

Armoni

Climbing the charts for boys, and has just begun to cross over for girls, despite the macho "hud" sound followed by the "son" syllable.

Hudson

Word names are often genderless, but Lovely feels particularly feminine (cue Isn't She Lovely? by Stevie Wonder). Chris Brown chose this name for his daughter, born in 2022, which may give the name a boost.

Lovely

Mahira

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.

Six Letter Girl Names, including top six letter names for girls and unique female names with six letters, with meanings, origins, and popularity. (Page 31)