7 Letter Girl Names

Elyanna is a beautiful feminine name of modern creation, likely derived from combining elements of popular names like Eliana, Elyana, or Elianna. It may have roots in Hebrew, where 'El' refers to God, combined with 'anna' meaning 'grace' or 'favor.' The name has a melodious quality with its flowing syllables and soft sounds. Elyanna has gained modest popularity in recent years as parents seek distinctive yet elegant names with traditional resonance. Its international appeal crosses cultural boundaries, making it accessible while remaining somewhat uncommon. The name conveys a sense of grace, beauty, and femininity, making it an appealing choice for parents wanting something both contemporary and timeless.

Elyanna

Shirley Temple almost single-handedly lifted the gloom of the Great Depression, and in tribute (and perhaps wishing for a similarly curly-headed, dimpled darling of their own), thousands of parents of that generation gave their little girls her name. In 1935, Shirley was the second most popular girls' name in the country with more than 42,000 babies named Shirley.

 In an earlier time Shirley was used primarily for boys, but the tide turned with the publication of Charlotte Bronte's novel Shirley in 1849, the story of a character whose parents had selected the name for a boy child, then decided to use it anyway when he turned out to be a she.

 In addition to Shirley Temple, there have been Shirleys MacLaine and Jones and writer Shirley Jackson, as well as rocker Shirley Manson.

Shirley

Old Irish name that's taken off in its Anglicized forms, mainly Ashlyn or Ashlynn. Nonetheless, this more traditional version debuted in the US Top 1000 in 2015.
 Aislinn Paul is a Canadian actress known for her role of Clare Edwards in Degrassi: The Next Generation.

Aislinn

Alaiyah is a modern variation of the name Aliya. The Aaliyah spelling ranks in the U.S. Top 100, while Alaiyah is unranked. Alaiyah has seen increasing use in the U.S., and was used over 200 times in 2021. This reflects trends toward unique and contemporary adaptations of traditional names.

Alaiyah

Spelled with either one 'l' or two, Calista came to the fore in 1997 when Calista Flockhart hit it big as Ally McBeal. Flockhart, who bears her mother's middle name, didn't just introduce a name, she introduced a whole sensibility. Pretty and delicate, Calista is definitely worthy of consideration, especially for parents with Greek roots. 
 In ancient myth, Calista (or Calisto)was a nymph loved by Zeus, whose jealous wife Hera turned her into a bear.
 
Nicknames Callie (or Cali), Cassie, Calla, Issy, Lissy, or Kit add extra appeal.

Calista

This spelling gives a nickname feel to a modern word name. The Journee and Journey spellings are both within the U.S. Top 300. But Journie ranks behind her wayfaring sisters with a little under 200 girls receiving the name each year in the U.S, almost the same number, oddly enough, who are named Journei.
 
By whatever spelling, this word name may be appealing to parents attracted to the idea of a spiritual -- or even an actual -- voyage.

Journie

Nariyah is a beautiful feminine name of modern origin, possibly derived from Hebrew or Arabic linguistic roots. In Hebrew contexts, it may be connected to 'ner' meaning 'light' or 'lamp,' symbolizing illumination and guidance. Some interpret it as meaning 'flower of God' or 'God's light.' The name has gained modest popularity in the United States since the 2010s as parents have sought melodic, meaningful names with international appeal. Nariyah fits with contemporary naming trends featuring flowing sounds and the popular '-iyah' ending. Its rhythmic three-syllable pronunciation gives it a musical quality, while its relative uniqueness ensures individuality. The name conveys a sense of brightness, beauty, and spiritual connection across cultural boundaries.

Nariyah

Honesty is one of the modern virtue names, which along with Justice and Destiny are picking up where Faith, Hope, and Charity left off. Is Honesty the most appealing name ever? No, and it's also sure to spark lots of tiresome jokes. Still, Honesty is a positive quality and a lot more appealing than negative word names such as Pistol and Rehab (which both, yes, were given to five baby girls in the US last year). Honesty is now ranking right below the Top 1000, with 233 baby girls given the name in the US in 2015. We predict that it will climb along with its meritorious sisters and brothers.

Honesty

K-beginnings are often substituted for Cs, and this spelling is definitely finding favor with many parents, among them skateboarding legend Tony Hawk. However, sometimes the original is the best - we suggest sticking to the still unusual Cadence.

Kadence

The -ayah suffix is ultra hot at the moment, with names like Alayah and Avayah attracting hundreds of parents each year. Kalayah may be building off of those, but it could also be used as a variation of the classic Hawaiian name Kalea.

Kalayah

Daintily pretty without being frilly, Larissa is familiar but more quietly used than its sound-alikes Melissa and Alyssa. Though this is the more common variation in the Western World, the original is actually Larisa.
 And though it may sound like a typical Edwardian/Victorian appellation, Larissa was hardly heard here before 1967, which was two years after the release of the hit film Doctor Zhivago, whose heroine was Larissa, called Lara, the inspiration for the haunting 'Lara's Theme.'
 In Greek mythology, Larissa (or Larisa) was a nymph who was a daughter of Pegasus and loved by Mercury. A moon of Neptune was named after the mythological figure in 1991, giving the name an astronomy connection too. 
 In terms of its meaning, the name likely derives from an Ancient Greek city whose name meant "citadel" or "fortress", however, other possibilities include that it comes from the Greek ilarós meaning "cheerful", from láros the Ancient Greek for gull or seamew, or from "lárix meaning "larch tree". The "citadel" meaning is generally more accepted however. 
 In 2023, Larissa was one of the fastest rising choices in England and Wales, and it could make an attractive yet underused choice that might appeal to parents wanting something rarer than Melissa but gentler than Clarissa.

Larissa

Samiyah hovers near the bottom of the US Top 1000, used expecially by Arab-American and African-American families.  Variations include Samiya, Samiah, and Samia.

Samiyah

A variation of the popular Adeline, Adilene appears in the title of a popular song by Mexican band, Los Yonics. It may be inspired by the Biblical place name Abilene or perhaps by the Arabic names Adlene, Adlan, and Adil,  meaning "just, fair".

Adilene

This modern name gathers some steam from the wildly popular Isabel. The meaning of Mary is uncertain, but 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).

Maribel

Yehudis is a form of Judith used in the contemporary US mostly by Orthodox Jewish families. About 100 baby girls were named Yehudis in the US last year.

Yehudis

This form of Alannah was derived directly from the Gaelic term a leanbh, meaning "child." Though not as popular as the more traditional Alana spelling, it has consistently charted in the US since 2007. Alannah Myles is popularizing this spelling of Alana.

Alannah

Kalilah is a feminine name with Arabic origins, derived from the word "khalil" which means "friend" or "beloved." It carries connotations of loyalty, friendship, and close companionship. The name gained recognition through the famous Arabic literary work "Kalila wa Dimna," a collection of animal fables. While not extremely common in Western countries, Kalilah has been gaining appreciation for its melodious sound and meaningful roots. The name offers a balance of exotic appeal and accessibility, making it an increasingly attractive choice for parents seeking a name with cultural depth. Kalilah can also be spelled as Kalila or Kaleela in some variations.

Kalilah

Pretty feminissima name that never became as overused as cousin Melissa. The more streamlined Maris is a more modern sounding option. Namesakes include Marissa Mayer, the former CEO of Yahoo!.

 The meaning of Maria is uncertain, but 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).

Marissa

While Francis in this spelling is more commonly used for boys in English-speaking countries, it has a long tradition as a feminine name as well, especially in Catholic families. About ten percent of the baby girls given this name use the Francis spelling. With its classic religious associations, particularly to St. Francis of Assisi, the name carries connotations of humility, generosity, and connection to nature.

Francis

A traditional Hebrew name with a tender meaning, Nechama comes from the Hebrew word for "consolation", "solace", or "comfort". It's a popular choice in Israel where it has ranked consistently in the Top 100 for at least a decade, while in the US, it has been quietly gaining more attention.
 
Given to 135 babies in a recent year, it has been notably borne by historian Nechama Tec, singer Nechama Cohen, and scholar Nechama Leibowitz. The pronunciation may be loosely described as neh-HAH-mah in English, though neh-KHAH-muh is closer to the traditional Hebrew.

Nechama

Seven letter girl names are led by two longtime top choices with very different feelings and sources, Abigail and Madison.

Along with Abigail, classic girls' names with seven letters in the US Top 100 include Lillian, Natalie, and Eleanor. Hot classic Adeline also has seven letters.

Along with the trendy Madison, other fashionable seven letter girl names in the US Top 500 include Addison, Paisley, Aaliyah, Genesis, Kennedy, and Kinsley.

Unique girl names with seven letters on our recommended list include Beatrix, Calista, Electra, Isadora, Kelilah, Sunniva, and Yasmine.

Our master list of seven letter names for girls follows. The top names below rank among the current US Top 1000 Baby Names and are ordered by popularity. Unique names rank below the Top 1000 and are listed alphabetically.

Seven letter girl names are led by two longtime top choices with very different feelings and sources, Abigail and Madison. Along with Abigail, classic girls' names with seven letters in the US Top 100 include Lillian, Natalie, and Eleanor. Hot classic Adeline also has seven letters. Along with the trendy Madison, other fashionable seven letter girl names in the US Top 500 include Addison, Paisley, Aaliyah, Genesis, Kennedy, and Kinsley. Unique girl names with seven letters on our recommended list include Beatrix, Calista, Electra, Isadora, Kelilah, Sunniva, and Yasmine. Our master list of seven letter names for girls follows. The top names below rank among the current US Top 1000 Baby Names and are ordered by popularity. Unique names rank below the Top 1000 and are listed alphabetically. (Page 17)