575+ Girl Names That End in R
- Ellender
Origin:
German, EnglishMeaning:
"foreigner, stranger"Description:
Rare surname name deriving from an old German word meaning "foreigner" or "stranger". Ellender is actress Blake Lively's middle name.
- Gaenor
Origin:
Variation of Gaynor, WelshMeaning:
"white and smooth"Description:
A strong, classic, simple name that has nonetheless never been overexposed.
- Winner
Origin:
English word nameMeaning:
"one who wins"Description:
Winner is a positive word name that entered the lexicon thanks to rapper Nya Lee, who chose it for her baby girl. But this name is a unisex winner with the cute nicknames Winnie or Win.
- Ishtar
Origin:
MesopotamianDescription:
The mother goddess Ishtar (also called, or identified with, Ashtoreth, Ashtoret, Astarte and Inanna) was worshipped by the Assyrians and Babylonians as the goddess of love, war, justice and fertility. While the original meaning is unknown, the name possibly derives from "Attar" meaning the morning star. She has been equated with the Greek Aphrodite.
- Bar
Description:
Bar is a feminine name with multicultural roots and concise elegance. In Hebrew, it means 'pure' or 'grain,' and holds significance in Israeli culture where it's used for both genders, though more commonly for girls. The name also appears in various cultures with different meanings: in Celtic traditions, it relates to 'height' or 'summit,' while in Turkish it can mean 'existence.' Bar's simplicity gives it a modern, minimalist appeal that works well internationally. In Israel, notable namesakes include actress Bar Refaeli, which has increased its recognition globally. Despite its brevity, Bar carries cultural depth and spiritual significance. The name remains uncommon in Western countries but has seen steady usage in Israel. Its short form enables easy pronunciation across languages while maintaining its distinctive character.
- Azar
Origin:
IranianMeaning:
"fire"Description:
Simple yet unusual (to non-Iranians) is an excellent combination for a name, which the fiery Azar embodies perfectly.
- Wynter
Origin:
Spelling variation of WinterDescription:
Less month, more trendy, more times needing to spell it to people. This spelling variation entered the Top 1000 for the first time in 2013—and doesn't appear to be going anywhere any time soon.
- Unnur
Description:
Unnur is a feminine Icelandic name with ancient Norse roots. It derives from the Old Norse name Unnr or Uðr, which means 'wave' or 'to love.' In Icelandic mythology and sagas, Unnur djúpúðga (Unnur the Deep-Minded) was a prominent female settler and is remembered as one of the most powerful women in the settlement period of Iceland. The name has remained consistently popular in Iceland throughout the centuries, appreciating a recent uptick in usage as parents seek names with strong cultural heritage. Outside Iceland, Unnur is still relatively uncommon, giving it a distinctive quality for those who bear it.
- Ainar
Origin:
KazakhMeaning:
"fire moon or pomegranate moon"Description:
Unlike its identical male counterpart, Ainar as a feminine name derives from Kazakh ay "moon" plus either a Persian element meaning "pomegranate" or an Arabic word meaning "fire".
- Keller
Origin:
German surnameMeaning:
"cellar"Description:
Keller is a German surname that originated as an occupational name for a cellar or store master. It may be an honorific for deaf-blind author and activist Helen Keller.
- Mar
Origin:
LatinMeaning:
"sea"Description:
The Spanish and Portuguese word for "sea" is a Top 100 name in Spain. In America, it's sometimes used as a nickname for names like Martina and Marina, but it could also plausibly stand on its own.
- Jagger
Origin:
English occupational nameMeaning:
"carter"Description:
Jagger, made famous as the surname of Rolling Stone Mick, gets an entry in the girls' column thanks to Ashlee Simpson and Evan Ross, who chose it for their daughter. For either gender, this name rocks...but a bit jaggedly. Currently, there are nearly 20 times as many baby boys than girls are given the name Jagger. That balance may shift, making Jagger a more truly gender neutral name.
- Harbor
Origin:
Word nameDescription:
We've seen Haven take off as a nouveau girls' name; Harbor could follow in its wake.
- Abrar
Origin:
ArabicMeaning:
"virtuous"Description:
A Quranic name used for Muslim children of both sexes.
- Otter
Origin:
Animal nameDescription:
While we don't see many parents adopting Otter as a name for their own babies, Zooey Deschanel put this one in the lexicon when she used it as a middle name for her adorably-named daughter Elsie Otter. Even in the celebrisphere, Otter is one of the most unique baby names we've heard.
- Thayer
Origin:
French variation of TaylorMeaning:
"tailor"Description:
Thayer sounds like a modern update '90s success-story Taylor — although it's much rarer and will likely never reach Taylor's heights. It is also reminiscent of currently trendy Thea, which could also be used as a nickname.
- Nisanur
Origin:
Turkish from ArabicMeaning:
"light of the women"Description:
A Turkish compound of the Arabic names Nisa and Nur. It also appears on the Turkish Top 100 as a double-barreled first name, Nisa Nur.
- Scyler
Origin:
Spelling variation of Schuyler, DutchMeaning:
"scholar"Description:
This name has spawned dozens of spelling variations, but this is one of the more unusual. People won't know whether the c is silent or pronounced as a k.
- Hrafnhildur
Origin:
IcelandicMeaning:
"raven battle"Description:
An ancient Nordic name with a powerful meaning, borne by Icelandic playwright Hrafnhildur Hagalín Guðmundsdóttir.
- Mehr
Description:
Mehr is a feminine name with Persian origins, meaning 'sun' or 'love.' In Persian culture, it's associated with kindness, affection, and warmth. The name also has connections to Mithra, an ancient Indo-Iranian divinity of covenant, light, and oath. Mehr is popular in Iran, Pakistan, India, and other countries with Persian cultural influence. It has a simple, elegant sound that transcends cultural boundaries, making it increasingly appealing to parents seeking a name with both meaningful heritage and contemporary appeal. The name's connection to light and love gives it a positive, uplifting quality that resonates across different cultural contexts.
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