10 Letter Girl Names
- Immaculata
Description:
Immaculata is a feminine name with Latin origins, directly referring to the Catholic concept of the Immaculate Conception - the doctrine that the Virgin Mary was conceived without original sin. The name literally means 'immaculate' or 'spotless' and carries profound religious significance. Most common in devoutly Catholic communities, particularly those with Italian, Spanish, or Latin American heritage, Immaculata represents purity and spiritual devotion. While never widely used in English-speaking countries, it maintains consistent usage in religious families. The name offers nickname possibilities like Imma or Maculata. With its distinctive rhythm and clear religious connection, Immaculata makes a bold statement about cultural and spiritual values.
- Wildflower
Origin:
Nature and flower nameDescription:
Wildflower may be the ultimate hippie name, added to the lexicon by Cameron Diaz and Benji Madden when they chose it as one of their daughter's middle names. It's generic in the way that Flora and River are, as opposed to Iris and Nile, say. But it has a certain free and creative charm.
- Crescentia
Origin:
Latin, GermanMeaning:
"to grow"Description:
Derived from the Latin Crescentius and Crescens, Crescentia is a bold, strong but elaborate name borne by a 4th century saint and also the heroine of a 12th century German romance. Also spelled Kreszentia, it also feels connected to the moon, due to its similarity to the word crescent.
- Mignonette
Origin:
Form of Mignon, FrenchMeaning:
"delicate, dainty"Description:
Mignonette is kind of a diminutive of a diminutive. Mignon is the French word for cute, so Mignonette is more or less cutie.
- Elizabella
Origin:
Compound name, Eliza + BellaMeaning:
"pledged to God + beautiful"Description:
Elizabella is a much more obscure smoosh than sisters Isabella and Annabelle, but the megapopularity of Isabella may give this unusual combo name a boost.
- Philippine
Origin:
French, feminine variation of PhilippeMeaning:
"lover of horses"Description:
Philippine would be taken as an ethnic identification rather than a name in the U.S. Better try Philippa, though if you don't mind eternally correcting people, Philippine can make an interesting alternative. Pippa can be a short form of Philippine as well as Philippa.
- Andromache
Origin:
Greek,"battle of man"Meaning:
"battle of man"Description:
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.
- Tuilelaith
Origin:
IrishMeaning:
"princess of abundance"Description:
Original Gaelic form of Talulla, often connected with the Choctaw name Tallulah due to the similar sound and spelling.
- Snow white
Origin:
Literary nameDescription:
Snow definitely works as a name; White, not so much. And Snow White, please don't. Read more about Snow White and other Disney Princess Names in our featured blog.
- Meadowlark
Origin:
Bird nameDescription:
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.
- Elisabetta
Origin:
Italian variation of ElizabethMeaning:
"pledged to God"Description:
This version softens, feminizes, and glamorizes the long-time favorite. A fresh way to honor Grandma Betty. Elizabetta is a variation.
- Marcheline
Origin:
FrenchMeaning:
"warrior"Description:
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.
- Giuseppina
Origin:
Italian feminine variation of Joseph, HebrewMeaning:
"Jehovah increases"Description:
One case where the English version -- Josephine -- is far preferable.
- Aquamarine
Origin:
French from LatinMeaning:
"sea water; color between green and blue"Description:
A fresh and summery — if rather long — color that sounds namelike, but is extremely rarely used.
- Berengaria
Origin:
LatinMeaning:
"bear spear"Description:
Berengaria was one of the medieval queens of England - married to Richard I (also known as Richard the Lionheart). She was originally from Navarre (in modern northern Spain) and despite being the Queen of England, she only lived in England after her husband had died. Despite its royal roots, Berengaria is one of the less attractive medieval names, although it gets points for having an unusually strong meaning for a feminine name.
- Concettina
Description:
Concettina is a feminine name of Italian origin, functioning as an affectionate diminutive of Concetta. The root name Concetta derives from the Italian word 'concetto' meaning 'concept' or 'idea,' and is associated with the Roman Catholic feast of the Immaculate Conception of the Virgin Mary. The suffix '-ina' adds a sense of endearment and smallness to the original name. Concettina is primarily used in Italian families and communities, particularly those with southern Italian heritage such as Sicily and Naples. While less common in contemporary naming, it was more prevalent among Italian-American families in the early to mid-20th century. The name carries cultural connections to Italian heritage, Catholicism, and traditional naming patterns that honor religious concepts.
- Chardonnay
Origin:
French, a dry white wineDescription:
If you're actually considering this as a name for your child, you must have had a glass too many. But it's an awesome name for a white cat.
- Angélique
Origin:
French variation of AngelicaDescription:
Proof that a name can be too feminine.
- Seosaimhín
Origin:
Irish Gaelic variation of Josephine, FrenchMeaning:
"Jehovah increases"Description:
Seosaimhín is the Gaelic form of Josephine, most notably borne by traditional Irish singer Seosaimhín Ní Bheaglaoich.
- Shenandoah
Origin:
Native American place-nameDescription:
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.