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Six Letter Girl Names

  1. Harlyn

    • Origin:

      Variation of Harlan, German and English

    • Meaning:

      "rocky land"

    • Description:

      Modern, feminine form of the rustic, boyish name Harlan. With the popularity of Harley and Harlow in recent years, it is no surprise that Harlyn on the rise too. The name Harlyn was given to 134 baby girls in 2022.
  2. Joanie

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Joan, English

    • Meaning:

      "God is gracious"

    • Description:

      Although Joan was the more popular name in the 20th century, it's the nickname Joanie that is likely to be revived first. Joan ranked as a Top 100 name from the mid '20s to the mid '60s, and the US is still Joan-ed out from that era. But sweet Joanie feels fresh — a sister to names like Sadie, Elsie, and Sylvie. It could have a future on the Top 1000 but for now, scoop up Joanie while it's undiscovered.
  3. Solari

    • Origin:

      Italian surname

    • Meaning:

      "land exposed to the sun"

    • Description:

      Sunny Italian surname name for a little girl. Solari was the name of a character on Xena: Warrior Princess.
  4. Cruise

    • Origin:

      Word name, English from Latin

    • Meaning:

      "cross"

    • Description:

      Cool, cruising choice for either sex.
  5. Samina

    • Origin:

      Arabic

    • Meaning:

      "healthy"

    • Description:

      Samina is a little-known name in the US, given to only a handful of baby girls each year, that is prime for wider use. It's attractive, easy to spell and pronounce, and makes a perfect alternative to the waning Samantha. The only problem may be confusion over pronunciation. Native Arabic speakers may pronounce it with equal emphasis on all syllables, but English speakers will say sa-MEE-na (correct) or sa-MY-na (not, but be prepared for a lifetime of corrections).
  6. Jorgie

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Georgia or Jorja

    • Description:

      The British love nickname-names, and Jorgie is one of those cute baby names for girls among the Top 1000 in the UK but rarely found in the US. It's cute in a retro way -- think the song and movie Georgie Girl -- but perhaps a bit too nouveau given the sultry classic beauty of longer forms Georgia, Georgina, and Georgiana.
  7. Mealla

    • Origin:

      Irish

    • Meaning:

      "honey, sweetness; lightning"

    • Description:

      Also spelled the phonetic Mella, this Irish name is as sweet as its meaning — well, one of them.
  8. Alaïa

    • Origin:

      Arabic

    • Meaning:

      "sublime"

    • Description:

      Fashion designer surname that could make a dynamic first.
  9. Austen

    • Origin:

      Literary surname and shortened form of Augustine, Latin

    • Meaning:

      "great, magnificent"

    • Description:

      While Austin is a popular boys' name, this spelling, honoring novelist Jane, nudges the name toward gender-neutral, chosen last year for 67 baby boys and 57 girls.
  10. Avelot

    • Origin:

      Old English

    • Meaning:

      "bird"

    • Description:

      This name stems from the Latin term Avis, meaning bird. Related names include Avice, Aveza and Aveline.
  11. Hettie

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Henrietta, English

    • Meaning:

      "estate ruler"

    • Description:

      It may take another generation or so, but this category of Hettie-Lettie-Lottie names could make a comeback.
  12. Lazuli

    • Origin:

      Persian place name

    • Description:

      Now deeply associated with the gemstone Lapis Lazuli, Lazuli is derived from one of the places where the stone was first mined. The word Lazuli is the root for words like azure. Lapis Lazuli is a deep and rich blue color and was used for pigments and jewellery. Lazuli can be used for a boy or a girl.
  13. Conner

    • Description:

      Conner as a feminine name represents an interesting gender crossover. Traditionally a masculine Irish surname and given name meaning 'lover of hounds' or 'wise counselor,' Conner has occasionally been adopted for girls. This usage reflects the modern trend of surname-style names for females. While much more common for boys, feminine usage of Conner might be considered a variant of the unisex name Connor/Conner. Parents choosing Conner for a daughter may appreciate its strong, straightforward sound and Celtic heritage, while embracing gender-neutral naming conventions. As a girl's name, Conner carries a distinctive, somewhat unexpected quality that can project confidence and individuality.
  14. Shayla

    • Origin:

      Variation of Sheila

    • Description:

      Shayla first gained traction in the US during the 1970s, finally reaching its peak of Number 268 in 1999. Since then, this name has been on the decline, dropping to Number 988 in 2016, a nearly 200 spot drop from the prior year. As a variant of Sheila, its popularity was most likely aided by the popularity of Kayla.
  15. Aiyana

    • Origin:

      American from Arabic or African

    • Meaning:

      "large eyes, or time, or beautiful flower"

    • Description:

      Aiyana is a name that could easily cross cultures. It debuted on the US Top 1000 in 1999 and hovers near the bottom of the Top 1000.
  16. Malaya

    • Origin:

      Filipino

    • Meaning:

      "free"

    • Description:

      Deriving from the same East Asian root as Malaysia and Malay, Malaya is a name that recalls the more popular Maya and the name of 2014 Nobel Peace Laureate Malala Yousafzai. It first appeared in the US Top 1000 in 2006.
  17. Larisa

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "citadel"

    • Description:

      This version of the name of a Greek nymph, based on the ancient city of Larisa, is widely used in Russia thanks to a martyr saint venerated by the Eastern Church.
  18. Grania

    • Origin:

      Variation of Grainne, Irish

    • Meaning:

      "the loved one or grain of corn"

    • Description:

      In addition to being the appellation of an ancient grain goddess, this name was also borne by two mythic Irish figures, one of whom was betrothed to legendary chieftain Finn MacCool, the other the brave sixteenth century pirate Grainne Ni Mhaille— known in English as Grace O'Malley-- whose name passed into poetry as a symbol of Ireland.
  19. Marika

    • Origin:

      Dutch variation of Mary

    • Description:

      Foreign variations of Mary are definitely the way to go; this one has a nice Dutch-girl feel. It also works as a cultural crossover name, e.g. between European languages and Japanese.
  20. Brinah

    • Description:

      Brinah is a modern feminine name that likely evolved as a variation of Briana or Brianna, with the distinctive '-ah' ending giving it a more elaborate, melodic quality. The name may also connect to Hebrew origins, where it could relate to 'beriah' meaning 'creation' or 'gift.' Some parents might choose it as a unique spelling of Bryna, a Yiddish name meaning 'brown-haired.' Brinah emerged in usage records primarily in the late 20th century in English-speaking countries. The name has a contemporary feel while maintaining a connection to more established names. Its soft sounds and feminine ending appeal to parents seeking something distinctive yet accessible. While uncommon, Brinah fits with naming trends favoring traditional sounds with unique spellings and melodic feminine endings.