8 Letter Girl Names
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Delaunay
Delaunay is a refined French surname that has transitioned into occasional use as a feminine given name. Derived from the Old French 'de l'aunay,' meaning 'from the alder grove,' it carries an…
Sonatina
Italian, musical term
Makes SONATA even more feminine and musical
Flamenco
Flamenco is an unusual feminine name derived from the passionate Spanish dance and music style. The word itself has Spanish origins, possibly coming from the Spanish word 'flama' meaning 'flame,'…
Lindezza
Italian, meaning unknown
This could make a sizzly Latinate namesake for Aunt Linda.
Dulcimer
Dulcimer is an uncommon feminine name derived from the stringed musical instrument. The word itself has Latin origins in 'dulcis' meaning 'sweet' and 'melos' meaning 'song,' literally translating to…
Cabernet
Word name
"red wine grape"
Like Chardonnay, Brandy, and Moxie, or like Cherry, Apple, and Peaches, Cabernet is bold choice, referring to both a variety of grape and the red wine that's made from it. While it does have a fun…
Torrance
Scottish habitational surname
"from the hillocks"
Popularized for girls after Kirsten Dunst portrayed high school cheerleading captain Torrance Shipman in the 2000 movie Bring it On . Tori is an easy nickname.
Harriett
English
"home ruler"
This alternative spelling of Harriet has always ranked in the England top 1000, reaching as high as the top 50 in the late 1800s. The extra T changes nothing about the pronunciation but adds a little…
Missouri
Native American
"dugout canoe"
Missouri, the name of a tribe, a state and a river, derives from the Illinois word mihsoori meaning "dugout canoe". It became a somewhat popular American girls' name in the mid-19th century. Missouri…
Margeret
Margeret is a variant spelling of the classic name Margaret, which derives from the Greek word 'margarites' meaning 'pearl'. This feminine name has been popular throughout Western history, carried by…
Minervia
Minervia is a feminine name derived from Minerva, the Roman goddess of wisdom, strategic warfare, arts, and trade. The additional 'i' creates a slight variation from the classical name. Minerva…
Cordella
Cordella is a feminine name with Latin roots, derived from 'cor' meaning 'heart,' suggesting someone warm-hearted or brave. It's a melodic variation of Cordelia, which gained literary fame through…
Manervia
Manervia is an uncommon feminine name with possible roots in Latin or Greek origins. It may be a variant of Minerva, the Roman goddess of wisdom, strategic warfare, and the arts. The name carries…
Chrissie
Chrissie is a feminine name that functions as a diminutive of Christina or Christine, both derived from the Greek 'Christos' meaning 'anointed one.' Popular throughout the 20th century, particularly…
Malissie
Malissie is a feminine name that appears to be a variation of Melissa or possibly Malissa. It carries the sweetness of its root name Melissa, which derives from Greek meaning 'honeybee.' The added…
Chestina
Chestina is a feminine name with possible Greek or Latin origins. It may be derived from the Greek 'Christina,' meaning 'follower of Christ,' or could be related to the Latin word 'castus,' meaning…
Caldonia
Caldonia is a feminine name with Southern American roots, popularized by Louis Jordan's 1945 jump blues hit song 'Caldonia.' The name may be a variation of Caledonia, the ancient Roman name for…
Capitola
Literary invention
Capitola owes its position on the US Top 1000 to the 1859 novel The Hidden Hand , also known as Capitola the Madcap . It was written by E. D. E. N. Southworth — the initials stand for Eliza Dorothy…
Elizbeth
Hebrew
Elizabeth is a classic choice that most would assume was feminine, however, it has been appearing in the stats for boys since the records began. Its peak was back in 1989 when 140 boys were called…
Henretta
Henretta is a feminine name that evolved as a diminutive or feminine form of Henry, which comes from the Germanic name Heinrich meaning 'home ruler' or 'ruler of the household.' Less common than…