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Six Letter Girl Names

  1. Blaise

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "one who stutters"

    • Description:

      Despite its modern sound, Blaise has plenty of history as a given name (for boys), from a Christian martyr to Arthurian legends. Today Blaise feels like the cool and edgy Blaze with a French accent.
  2. Liadan

    • Origin:

      Irish

    • Meaning:

      "grey lady"

    • Description:

      An old Irish saint’s name and the name of a lovelorn poetess in Irish folk legend. Liadain and Líadan are other variations.
  3. Estrid

    • Description:

      Estrid is a feminine name with ancient Norse origins that carries a sense of Nordic strength and heritage. Historically used in Viking-age Scandinavia, the name combines the elements 'ás' referring to the gods, and 'fríðr' meaning 'beautiful' or 'fair,' essentially translating to 'divinely beautiful' or 'beautiful as a goddess.' Estrid was borne by several notable Viking-age women, including Danish royalty. While uncommon in modern times, it has seen some revival among parents interested in historical Scandinavian names. Estrid offers a distinctive alternative to more popular Nordic names like Astrid or Ingrid, bringing a similar sound but with a unique character. The name's strong consonants balanced with the softer ending create a name that feels both powerful and feminine.

  4. Vanora

    • Description:

      Vanora is an elegant feminine name with Celtic roots, particularly associated with Scottish and Irish heritage. Often considered a variant of Guinevere (King Arthur's queen), Vanora carries the meaning 'white wave' or 'fair phantom.' In medieval Scottish history, Vanora appears as an alternative name for Queen Guinevere in some Arthurian legends. The name possesses a lyrical quality with its flowing sounds and balanced syllables. Though uncommon in contemporary use, Vanora offers a distinctive alternative to more familiar Celtic names while maintaining authentic historical connections. Its melodic sound and romantic associations with Arthurian legend give it a timeless, slightly mystical quality that appeals to parents seeking a name with historical depth and elegant sound.

  5. Gemini

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "twins"

    • Description:

      Astrological sign with enough rhythm to make a plausible astral name.
  6. Heledd

    • Origin:

      Welsh

    • Meaning:

      "pool of salt"

    • Description:

      A beautiful ancient Welsh name, the meaning of which is not entirely clear. It has been linked to the Welsh for salty, hallt or halenaidd. The "th" sound at the end is pronounced like the first sound of "then" (rather than "thin").
  7. Kirsty

    • Description:

      Kirsty is a feminine name of Scottish origin, serving as a diminutive form of Christina or Kirsten. Popular throughout the United Kingdom, particularly in Scotland, this charming name peaked in popularity during the 1970s and 1980s. Kirsty means 'follower of Christ' and carries a bright, spirited quality that balances traditional roots with a contemporary feel. The name has been borne by several notable figures including Scottish swimmers Kirsty Balfour and Kirsty Coventry, giving it athletic associations. While its usage has declined since its peak decades ago, Kirsty maintains a place as a recognizable yet not overly common name that embodies Scottish heritage. Its friendly sound and manageable spelling make it accessible across English-speaking countries.

  8. Beauty

    • Origin:

      English word name

    • Meaning:

      "attractiveness"

    • Description:

      Better yet, find a name with the same meaning: Belle, Cosima, Indira, Uilani, Zeynep.
  9. Mireya

    • Origin:

      Spanish from Latin

    • Meaning:

      "admired"

    • Description:

      A pretty and unusual path to the nickname Mira. Mira is the main character in Nobel Prize-winner Federico Mistral's poem of the same name. Mireya Moscoso was Panama's first female president.
  10. Tamsyn

    • Origin:

      English, Cornish

    • Meaning:

      "twin"

    • Description:

      Alternative Cornish spelling of Tamsin, which derives from Thomasin or Thomasina.
  11. Sancia

    • Origin:

      Italian, from Latin

    • Meaning:

      "sacred"

    • Description:

      Rarely heard outside Italy, could make an interesting import.
  12. Loreal

    • Origin:

      French

    • Meaning:

      "the halo, beauty"

    • Description:

      The beauty brand name L’Oréal is rumored to derive from L’Auréale (literally translating to "the halo"), a popular hairstyle in France in the early 1900s. The first product created by Eugène Schueller, who would eventually go on to found L’Oréal, was a hair dye called Oréal. It is related to the French word for gold, or.
  13. Jazara

    • Origin:

      American variation of Zara, Hebrew and Arabic

    • Meaning:

      "blooming flower; God remembers"

    • Description:

      Jazara and Jahzara are fast-rising names following in the wake of Zara. Some sources say it's an authentic Amharic name, but Jazara is a modern American invention, combining the popular Ja- prefix with international favorite Zara.
  14. Kismet

    • Origin:

      Word name

    • Meaning:

      "fate"

    • Description:

      The next Destiny? Kismet seems like it might be fated for increased use.
  15. Thaïs

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "beloved"

    • Description:

      A paramour of Alexander the Great and the heroine of a Massenet opera, this name is nothing if not dramatic.
  16. Aminah

    • Origin:

      Arabic

    • Meaning:

      "trustworthy, faithful"

    • Description:

      The usage of this Arabic name has been increasing in the US, joining the Top 1000 for the first time in 2015. Aminah bint Wahb was the mother of the Islamic prophet Muhammad.
  17. Linley

    • Origin:

      Modern invented name

    • Description:

      Linley is one of the trendy new girls' names created from two popular halves, Lin and Ley. All names Ley ending are popular right now, with Oakley, Bexley, and Riley picking up where Ashley left off. Nearly 100 baby girls were named Linley in one recent year, so it's closing in on the Top 1000.
  18. Alzira

    • Origin:

      Arabic

    • Meaning:

      "ornament"

    • Description:

      Alzira found its highest degree of popularity in the mid-nineteenth century after Giuseppe Verdi created an opera of the name Alzira, after its romantic heroine. Despite Verdi using the name for a Peruvian princess, Alzira is an arabic name Verdi's opera, despite the name's arabic roots, the name was given to a Peruvian princess. Alzira is also the name of a Spanish city in Valencia.
  19. Marita

    • Origin:

      German and Spanish diminutive of Maria

    • Meaning:

      "drop of the sea, bitter, or beloved"

    • Description:

      Derived from Maria, the meaning of which is uncertain. Theories include "drop of the sea" (from Hebrew roots mar "drop" and yam "sea"); "bitter" (from Hebrew marah "bitterness"); and "beloved" (from the Egyptian root mr).
  20. Aoibhí

    • Origin:

      Irish

    • Meaning:

      "beauty or life"

    • Description:

      Pronounced like Evie, this sweet Irish nickname may be a variant spelling of the English name, or a short form of Aoibhe or Aoibhín.