Names Ending in U for Girls

Nanou

Nanou is a delicate feminine name with French origins, often used as a nickname for names like Anne, Nanette, or Éleanor in French-speaking regions. This charming diminutive has taken on life as a…

Pru

Diminutive of Prudence, virtue name

With the return of the less obvious virtue names such as Verity and Prudence, vintage nickname names like Pru may follow in their wake.

Rainbeau

Rainbeau is a modern, creative feminine name inspired by the English word 'rainbow.' The French-influenced spelling (substituting 'bow' with 'beau,' meaning 'beautiful' in French) adds a distinctive,…

Reignbeau

English

"rainbow"

Melodramatic wordplay name coined by actor Ving Rhames for his daughter, this could be considered a variation of "rainbow" or as a smoosh name, blending Reign and Beau, to mean "royal and beautiful".

Sonyuru

Sonyuru is an extremely rare feminine name with unclear etymological origins. It may be a modern invented name or possibly derived from combining elements of other names or words from various…

Tazu

Japanese

"rice-field stork"

Tazu has a certain snazzy appeal.

Tegau

Tegau is a feminine name of Welsh origin with deep roots in medieval Welsh literature and mythology. The name appears in Arthurian legends as Tegau Eurfron (Tegau of the Golden Breast), wife of…

Tu

French, intimate form of "you"

"you"

The onetime star of "Northern Exposure" named his daughter Tu Morrow. Think about it.

Zaynabu

Arabic and Swahili variation of Zaynab

"beauty, grace"

Zaynab is the name of the Prophet Muhammad's oldest daughter. When written as Zaynabu or Zainabu, it's a name found in both the Arabic and Swahili languages and cultures.

Zainabu

Zainabu is a feminine name of Arabic and Swahili origin, primarily used in East African countries like Kenya and Tanzania. It derives from 'Zaynab,' which means 'fragrant flower' or 'father's…

Zazu

Zazu is a feminine name that gained recognition through the character of King Mufasa's hornbill advisor in Disney's 'The Lion King.' With African origins, the name carries connotations of movement…

Anu

Finnish and Estonian diminutive of Anna, Sanskrit diminutive of Anuradha, Yoruba, Celtic

"grace; causing success; mercy"

A multicultural mini name with roots in three continents. Anu is also Celtic goddess considered the mother of the gods of Ireland. In parts of Britain, the goddess is referred to as "Gentle Annie".

Bayou

Native American nature name

A slow and sultry southern choice that's definitely cool for babies of either gender. While the word feels French and has its roots in 18th century French Louisiana, it derives from the Choctaw word…

Tiuu

This name of an Estonian supermodel might more sensibly by translated as Thea.

Peru

Place name

An unexplored choice, evocative of the snowcapped Andes, with a pleasant, catchy sound.

Moineau

Moineau is a feminine name derived from the French word for 'sparrow,' making it a delicate nature-inspired choice. Though extremely rare as a given name, it carries the charm and sophistication…

Moreau

French surname

"Moorish"

Rousseau

French surname

"little redhead"

Philosophical surname that could make an unusual first for a red-headed girl.

Tilu

Tilu is a feminine name with multicultural origins. In Indian contexts, particularly in southern regions, it can be a diminutive form of longer names or stand on its own. The name has a melodic…