Six Letter Girl Names
- Shalom
Origin:
HebrewMeaning:
"peace"Description:
Supermodel Shalom Harlow glamorized this name, which is heard as a greeting every day in Israel.
- Murray
Origin:
ScottishMeaning:
"from the land by the sea"Description:
An old-man name that sounds cute when used for a little girl, and is starting to seem cool again for boys too. For girls, it might be associated with Mina Murray (later, Mina Harker) from Bram Stoker's Dracula and its many adaptations.
- Ajooni
Origin:
HindiMeaning:
"beyond birth; infinite"Description:
In Sikhism, ajooni is the concept of divine formlessness — a tenet of the religion as Sikhs do not worship idols.
- Aralyn
Description:
Aralyn is a feminine name with a modern feel but echoes of traditional elements. It may be considered a blend of popular names like Ara, Ariel, and the popular '-lyn' suffix seen in names such as Evelyn and Brooklyn. This melodic name has risen in popularity in the early 21st century, part of the trend toward creating new, distinctive names with familiar sounds. Aralyn has a lyrical, almost musical quality, evoking images of elegance and grace. The name appeals to parents seeking something unique yet accessible, with a contemporary sound but a timeless essence.
- Lethia
Description:
Lethia is a feminine name with Greek origins, possibly derived from 'Lethe,' one of the five rivers of the Greek underworld associated with forgetfulness and oblivion. In mythology, souls would drink from this river to forget their earthly lives before reincarnation. Alternatively, some connect Lethia to 'Alethia,' meaning 'truth' in Greek. The name has an ethereal, mysterious quality with its unusual letter combination and classical roots. Lethia enjoyed brief popularity in the United States during the late 19th and early 20th centuries but has since become quite rare. Despite its scarcity, the name offers a distinctive choice with its soft sound, ancient connections, and enigmatic background, appealing to parents seeking something both uncommon and historically rich.
- Fausta
Origin:
LatinMeaning:
"fortunate"Description:
Though often heard in the Hispanic and Italian communities, it hasn't made an impact here, perhaps because of the connection to the character of Faust and his pact with the devil. Variations: FAUSTINA, FAUSTIA, FAUSTIANA
- Rumina
Origin:
LatinDescription:
In Roman mythology, Rumina was the goddess of breastfeeding mothers and nursing infants of all species. Her name is possibly derived from the Latin rūmen, meaning "throat."
- Chinea
Description:
Chinea is an uncommon feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may derive from Chinese heritage, serving as a westernized variant of a traditional Chinese name. Alternatively, it could have Greek roots related to the word for "snow," or stem from Latin American or Caribbean origins. The name has a delicate, melodic quality with its soft "ch" sound and flowing vowels. Chinea remains quite rare in most countries, giving it a distinctive quality that sets bearers apart. Its uncommon nature means those named Chinea often find themselves explaining their name's pronunciation (usually "chi-NAY-ah" or "CHIN-ee-ah") and origins, but this uniqueness can be a source of personal pride and identity.
- Lonnie
Origin:
LatinMeaning:
"lion"Description:
An old-timey boyish nickname that works as a diminutive of Leona or Leonie, Alondra, Lorna or any female name with strong L and N sounds.
- Subira
Origin:
African, SwahiliMeaning:
"patience"Description:
One African name that's virtually unknown in the western world, but sounds both soft and strong.
- Tomeka
Description:
Tomeka is a feminine name that emerged in the United States in the mid-20th century, with peak popularity in the 1970s and early 1980s. It may have developed as a variant of Tamika, which itself appears to be a modern creation possibly inspired by East African names like Tamika or derived from other names containing the 'Tam-' element. The suffix '-eka' adds a melodic quality consistent with naming trends of the period. Phonetically pleasing with its alternating consonants and vowels, Tomeka exemplifies the trend toward distinctive yet accessible names that characterized American naming practices in the later 20th century. While its usage has declined since its peak decades ago, the name continues to be used across diverse communities throughout the United States, representing a naming style characteristic of its era of greatest popularity.
- Kamali
Origin:
African, MashonaMeaning:
"spirit guide, protector"Description:
Spirit that protects babies from illness...and surname of designer Naomi.
- Kennie
Origin:
English, nicknameDescription:
Old man nicknames on girls, like Frankie and Georgie, are a rising trend. Kennie fits into this style, and could honor a Kenneth or any other Ken- name.
- Tierra
Origin:
SpanishMeaning:
"earth"Description:
Earthy but ethereal Spanish word name that sounds a lot fresher than its sister Sierra.
- Shaked
Origin:
HebrewMeaning:
"almond"
- Cookie
Origin:
EnglishMeaning:
"cookie"Description:
Cookie is most often used as a dog name, and it should stay that way.
- Gideon
Origin:
HebrewMeaning:
"hewer; or, having a stump for a hand"Description:
An Old Testament name traditionally used for boys, but with the potential to cross over on the tails of Ezra, Noah, James, and Micah in a wave of increasingly gender-neutral Biblical names. Examples of female Gideons in television include characters on shows such as The Flash and Legends of Tomorrow. About a dozen baby girls were given the name Gideon in 2022.
- Sharna
Description:
Sharna is a feminine name with multiple origins. In Hebrew, it derives from 'Sharon,' meaning 'a fertile plain.' It also has Sanskrit roots where it means 'protection' or 'shelter.' In Australian Aboriginal languages, Sharna can mean 'to shine' or 'to glow.' The name gained modest popularity in English-speaking countries during the 1970s and 1980s, particularly in Australia. Sharna offers a melodic quality with its flowing sounds while remaining relatively uncommon, making it distinctive without being difficult to pronounce. Today, the name continues to be appreciated for its gentle sound and cross-cultural appeal.
- Melena
Origin:
Dutch diminutive of Magdalena, variation of Melaina or MelinaMeaning:
"from the high tower; black, dark; honey"Description:
A short form of Magdalena in Dutch and a variation of Melaina, Melina, Melinda, Melanie, Milena and similar, Melena is also used for a character in the novel Wicked and the subsequent Broadway musical.
- Belén
Origin:
SpanishMeaning:
"Bethlehem, House of Bread"Description:
The Spanish name for the Biblical town of Bethlehem, Belén is a spiritual choice, popular in Uruguay, Chile, and its native Spain. Pronounced with the emphasis on the second syllable, this name, typically without the accent (although this may just be the way the data is recorded), is also on the rise in the US where it recently ranked in the Top 700.
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