10 Letter Girl Names

A sophisticated girls' name for those attracted to Leona, Leonie and Leonore.

One of the oldest and most widely used compound names, now a bit dated but not as much so as its opposite Mary-Ann. The hyphen is optional.

Petronella, and its shorter sister Petra, are both feminizations of Peter. While Petronella is a name with deep history, it's extremely rare. It was given to no baby girls on record in the US last year.

Andromache is a name found scattered throughout ancient literature. She was Hector's long-suffering wife in The Iliad and The Odyssey, featured in The Trojan Women and Andromache by Euripides, then later appeared in Shakepeare's Troilus and Cressida, and Jean Racine's 1667 play Andromaque. It is not likely to make many appearances in the modern world.

An elaborate and shiny choice.

Marcheline was the first name of Angelina Jolie's late mother, who was part French-Canadian, which Jolie and Brad Pitt used as the middle name for their twin daughter Vivienne. The name is related to the Latin Marcellus and Marcus, which come from Mars, the name of the God of War, and is often spelled Marceline. Jolie's mother's birth name was Marcia Lynne.

While some sources assign the place-name the romantic meaning "beautiful daughter of the stars," the Virginia region itself says the name is of uncertain Native American origin with many possible but no definitive meaning. No matter: Shenandoah is a lovely name that's rare but usable.

In France it's sometimes bestowed as a patriotic gesture; in English-speaking places it has an air of genteel sophistication.

The Roman equivalent of Persephone, making her a goddess of spring, and queen of the underworld. Also spelled Proserpine.

Also spelled Liselotte, this is a clunky-but-cute compound name of German, Danish, Swedish, and Dutch origin. It combines elements of popular Elizabeth with popular Charlotte to create a name with a very different feel: sweet and oldy-worldy.

Evangelene is a feminine name that represents an elegant variation of Evangeline, which derives from Greek elements meaning 'bearer of good news.' This melodious name has roots in both Greek and Latin traditions, with connections to religious concepts of evangelism and spreading positive messages. The slightly altered spelling with an additional 'e' gives the name a distinctive quality while preserving its classical charm. Evangelene carries a lyrical, flowing quality with its five syllables and gentle ending. Though less common than Evangeline, it shares the same romantic associations, partly popularized by Longfellow's famous poem 'Evangeline.' The name suggests qualities of hope, faith, and beauty, appealing to parents drawn to names with both spiritual significance and literary elegance.

Seosaimhín is the Gaelic form of Josephine, most notably borne by traditional Irish singer Seosaimhín Ní Bheaglaoich.

Wilhelmine is a feminine name of Germanic origin, serving as the female form of Wilhelm (William), which means 'resolute protector' or 'determined guardian.' Popular in Germany, Austria, and Scandinavian countries throughout history, Wilhelmine was particularly common among European royalty and nobility. The name combines strength and elegance with its regal heritage and melodic four syllables. While less common today, it offers several charming nickname options including Mina, Wilma, and Helmi. Wilhelmine carries an air of classic sophistication and old-world charm that appeals to parents seeking a name with historical depth. Though traditional, its relative rarity in modern times makes it distinctive for contemporary girls.

Ed Sheeran put this continental place name on the map when he used it as the middle name for his daughter Lyra, born in 2020.

Romantique French name invoking Debussy's haunting score for the opera Pelléas and Mélisande.

Gwenevieve represents a creative variation of Genevieve, incorporating elements of the Welsh name Gwen (meaning "white, fair, blessed") with the classic French name Genevieve (derived from the Germanic name Genovefa, combining elements meaning "tribe, clan" and "woman"). This hybrid spelling creates a unique name that evokes both Celtic and French traditions. While less common than the traditional Genevieve, Gwenevieve offers a distinctive alternative with similar melodic qualities and feminine appeal. The name carries associations with medieval romance and legend, particularly through its similarity to Guinevere of Arthurian tales. For parents drawn to names with European heritage and a lyrical quality, Gwenevieve provides an uncommon option that remains accessible in pronunciation and recognizable in its roots.

We give Briar Rose its own page thanks to the down-to-earth name of Princess Aurora, aka Sleeping Beauty. Rachel Bilson and Hayden Christensen named their newborn daughter Briar Rose, but we like Briar and Rose better when used separately. Read more about Briar Rose and other Disney Princess Names in our featured blog.

An elaborate way to get to Cleo, rooted in Greek mythology. Cleocharia was a water nymph married to King Lelex of Laconia.

One familiar name never used for real people, for obvious reasons. Read more about Cinderella and other Disney Princess Names in our featured blog.

Sure you could just use Meadow or Lark. But if you really want to go for it, Meadowlark is an option. Meadowlark Lemon, born Meadow Lemon, was a (male) American basketball player known as the "Clown Prince" of the Harlem Globetrotters who played professionally for nearly 40 years.