Names Ending in U for Girls

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Rikku

Japanese

"land, continent"

The Japanese Rikku is familiar in the west as the name of one of the lead characters of the "Final Fantasy" video game series. Voted "hottest character," the fictional Rikku is a thief with a good…

Anneau

French

"a ring"

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…

Rousseau

French surname

"little redhead"

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

Chanteau

Chanteau is an uncommon feminine name with French influences, likely derived from 'chant,' meaning 'song' in French, or possibly related to 'chanterelle' (a type of mushroom or a high singing voice).…

Moreau

French surname

"Moorish"

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…

Indu

Hindi

"moon"

Indu is truly unusual, but shares sounds with more popular choices like Indie and Indigo. Other moon names to consider: Luna, Serena, Io.

Peru

Place name

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

Tiuu

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

Hayu

Hayu is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins. In Indonesian, particularly Sundanese culture, it means 'beauty' or 'beautiful.' It also appears in Native American languages, particularly…

Cadeau

French

"gift"

Cadeau puts a decidedly French-ified twist on the word name trend, but don't be surprised if you encounter ponies and poodles with the same moniker.

Bailou

Bailou is a feminine name with uncertain origins, possibly a variant of Bailey or a creative modern invention. It may have French influences or connections to the surname Bailou/Baillou. The name has…

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…

Emmalou

Emmalou is a feminine compound name that combines the classic Emma with Lou, creating a charming, folksy double name. Emma has Germanic origins meaning "universal" or "whole," while Lou is typically…

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".

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…