Names Ending in S for Girls

Although she declared her independence as far back as the reign of Elizabeth I — Good Queen Bess, Bess now sounds less passé than Beth or Betsy. 

Bess

The name of a river that flows through Texas into the Gulf of Mexico is given to a dozen or so baby boys and a handful of girls each year. The name derives from Spanish río de los Brazos de Dios ("river of the Arms of God").

Brazos

Celes is a concise, gender-neutral name with multiple potential origins. It most likely derives from the Latin 'caelestis,' meaning 'heavenly' or 'celestial,' giving it an ethereal quality. The name may function as a shortened form of Celeste or Celestine, or could connect to the Spanish 'cielo' (heaven). Video game enthusiasts might recognize it from the character Celes Chere in Final Fantasy VI. While uncommon in mainstream usage, Celes has attracted interest for its brevity, memorable sound, and cosmic associations. The name's simplicity allows it to work well across cultural boundaries, and its connection to celestial concepts gives it a naturally elevated, somewhat mystical character. Its gender-neutrality makes it versatile for modern naming preferences.

Celes

Claris is a feminine name derived from Latin 'clarus,' meaning 'clear, bright, or famous.' It can be considered a variant of Clara or Clarice, offering a concise alternative that maintains the elegant clarity of its relatives. While never achieving widespread popularity, Claris has a timeless quality that blends classical roots with a crisp, modern sound. The name occasionally appears across different time periods and cultures but remains relatively uncommon. Claris has connections to the French name Clarisse and might evoke associations with clarity of thought or purpose. Its brief, distinctive structure makes it appealing to parents seeking a name that's sophisticated yet straightforward, with historical roots but without feeling dated.

Claris

Daneiris

Danielis

This ethereal Welsh word name has a sound as pretty and delicate as its floral namesake. Pronounced with a bright IRE sound like in Iris or an AYR sound like in air, depending on region, Eirlys entered the US stats for the first time in 2024 when it was given to 8 babies. Also used for around 10 girls in England and Wales each year, parents may be inclined to consider Eirlys as an alternative to Eira which has been climbing up the charts. 

Eirlys

Similar in sound to Paris, Carys, Felicity, and Fern; and similar in style to Blair, Sloane, and Finley, Ferris has a lot of potential. Derived from either the Gaelic Fergus meaning "strong man" or used as an English surname referring to someone who works with iron, Ferris is notably connected to the cult-classic 80s movie, Ferris Bueller's Day Off. The name is rare in general, though recent years have seen a slight revival in interest, with 10 girls (and 56 boys) given the name in the US.

Ferris

Francelys

Genecis

Giannis

Hawkins

Hudes is an uncommon feminine name with several possible origins. It may derive from a surname of Spanish or Portuguese Jewish origin, possibly connected to the Hebrew name 'Yehuda' (Judah), meaning 'praised' or 'thanksgiving.' Alternatively, it could relate to place names or represent a rare variant of other traditional names. The name gained some recognition through American playwright Quiara Alegría Hudes, known for writing the book for the musical 'In the Heights.' As a given name, Hudes has a distinctive, concise quality with a sophisticated sound. Its rarity makes it appealing to parents seeking truly unique options with cultural depth. The name's brevity and clear pronunciation give it a certain strength, while its potential Jewish or Hispanic connections add cultural richness and historical resonance.

Hudes

Hudis

Isyss

Jenisis

Jesaaelys

Joelis

Joelys

Joss is more fashionable than Jocelyn or Josslyn. This is a short form that could be used independently, a la the singer Joss Stone. One of a troupe of adorable boyish nicknames newly fashionable for girls a la Lou and Charlie. 

Joss

Girl names that end with the letter S include several popular choices along with intriguing some S-ending options.

Genesis is the most popular girl name ending with S right now. Along with Genesis, other 

 include Iris, Alexis, Paris, and Frances.

In England and France, Iris is the top S-ending female name, while in the Netherlands it's Tess. In Iceland, a popular S-ending girls' name is Eydis, the name of a Norse goddess.

Unique girl names that end with the letter S

 that make our recommended list include the otherworldly Venus, the genteel vintage name Lois, and nature name Cypress.

 though not technically with S, such as Elise, Grace, even Alex.

Here are all Nameberry’s girl names that end with the letter S, ordered by current popularity on Nameberry.

Baby girl names that end in the letter S, including top S-ending names for girls such as Iris and unique girl names that end with S, with meanings, origins, and popularity. (Page 15)

675+ Girl Names That End in S