6 Letter Girl Names

Anicca is a Buddhist characteristic of existence, the concept that all things are impermanent and constantly changing. It has never been on the US charts yet, but with a similar sound to Annika, it could easily be an option for parents looking for a spiritual, enlightened name.

Anicca

Thandi can be used independently or as a nickname for one of the Thand- starting names such as Thandeka or Thandiwe.

Thandi

Kendall is on the decline, but Kendry is a fresh and rare alternative. It is a traditionally masculine name in Madagascar.

Kendry

A rare and wintery choice, Chione appears several times in Greek mythology, including the daughter of the north wind Boreas and an oceanid who is turned into a snow cloud by Hermes. Pronounced as  KEE-O-NEH in classic Greek and as kie-O-nee or kee-O-nee in English, it may also be spelled as Khione. 

Chione

Szofia

Wynell is a rare feminine name that reached its peak of modest popularity in the 1920s and 1930s in the United States, particularly in southern states. It appears to be a creative variation possibly combining elements of names like Winifred or Wynne with the popular '-ell' or '-elle' ending (found in names like Janelle). The name has a vintage, distinctive quality with its uncommon letter combination and gentle sound. Though never widely used, Wynell carries echoes of the fashionable names of the early 20th century when unique combinations and variations flourished. The name's scarcity in contemporary usage gives it an individualistic quality appealing to parents seeking a name with subtle historical presence but minimal current usage. Wynell balances uniqueness with accessibility in its straightforward pronunciation.

Wynell

While Girlie might feel a bit juvenile and impersonal in the US, it is more notably used as a given name in the Philippines where it would be pronounced GEER-lee rather than like girly. Notable bearers have included politician and journalist Girlie Balaba and hockey player Girlie Hodges. 


Girlie

Hellon is an unusual feminine name with obscure origins, possibly developing as a variant of Helen (meaning 'bright, shining one' in Greek) or potentially as an elaboration of Ella with the fashionable '-on' suffix. The name has never achieved widespread popularity and remains extremely rare. What little usage it has seen occurred primarily in the southern United States during the early to mid-20th century, where distinctive name variations were sometimes created through creative spellings or combinations. Hellon might also have evolved as a transferred surname or place name. The double 'l' gives the name a distinctive visual appearance, while its pronunciation typically emphasizes the first syllable. Today, Hellon maintains an air of uniqueness and vintage charm that might appeal to parents seeking truly uncommon name options.

Hellon

A beautiful, nature inspired Arabic name, with a melodic sound and a stylish Lu- beginning  that would work across multiple languages. 

Luluah

Derived from the French lou meaning "wolf", Lovell is a variation of Lowell, which may appeal thanks to its inclusion of the word "love" in its letters.

Lovell

Buğlem

Montez is an uncommon feminine name with possible Spanish or French linguistic origins. The name appears to be derived from the surname Montez, which itself comes from the medieval given name 'Monte' or the geographical term meaning 'mountain' or 'mountainous area' in Romance languages. Historically, Montez gained recognition through figures like Lola Montez, the stage name of an Irish-born dancer and actress of the 19th century. Though traditionally more common as a surname, Montez began appearing as a given name in the United States in the mid-20th century. Usage data suggests it has never been particularly widespread but maintains a consistent, if minimal, presence in naming records. The name carries connotations of elevation and distinction through its etymological connection to mountains.

Montez

Many traditional Russian names have ancient Greek origins, such as Kivela, which derives from Cybele. In Greek mythology, Cybele was the goddess of fertility, nature, and health.

Kivela

Anusha is a feminine name of Sanskrit origin meaning 'morning star,' 'bright,' or 'radiant dawn.' Common in India, particularly in Hindu families, the name carries associations with light, hope, and new beginnings. In Hindu tradition, the morning star (Venus) symbolizes beauty and auspiciousness. Anusha gained recognition beyond South Asia in recent decades as global naming practices have diversified. The name offers a melodic three-syllable rhythm (ah-NOO-sha) that flows gracefully while remaining relatively easy to pronounce in multiple languages. While maintaining cultural significance in Indian communities, Anusha appeals to parents worldwide seeking names with positive meanings and elegant sounds. Its growing international usage reflects appreciation for its authentic cultural heritage combined with universal appeal.

Anusha

Popular in Hungary where it ranks in the Top 100, Boróka may be considered a word name, meaning "juniper" in Hungarian, making this an equivalent to the stylish English word name. It is also used however as a diminutive to Borbála, the Hungarian form if Barbara.
 
As a stand-alone name, its popularity is fairly recent, having entered the charts in Hungary back in 2010.

Boróka

Actor Wilmer Valderrama and Amanda Pacheco adapted this Japanese surname for their daughter Nakano Oceana, born in 2021. The couple was inspired by female samurai Nakano Takeko (Nakano being her surname), who led a group of women warriors that fought on the front lines against samurai rules.

Nakano

Alternative (and cuter?) spelling of Dusty.

Dustie

Along with Joyful, Joyous works as an updated version of Joy. It would make for an inspired middle name to honor an ancestral Joy.

Joyous

Attica has not taken off as a baby name for girls the way Atticus has for boys partly because it's the name of an infamous prison in upstate New York where an deadly riot took place in 1971. Fewer than 5 baby girls were named Attica in the US in 2021, but half a century after the riots and with the rise of brother name Atticus, that well could change.

Attica Locke is a prize-winning American novelist. Attica is the region of Greece that includes Athens.

Attica

Linett

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 906)