Names Ending in Y for Girls

The Wylie spelling (with that feminine Y) is much more common among girls than Wiley, but both have been climbing the ranks. Could Wiley be the next Riley?

Wiley

A pretty, dainty name for one of the little characters in the children's book series <em>The Borrowers</em>. It was the basis for a later Studio Ghible animated film, <em>The Secret World of Arrietty</em>. While the connection to Harriet is tenuous, you might want to consider Arrietty as an honorific for an ancestral Harriet, Harry, or even Henry or Henrietta.

Arrietty

Cody is a once-trendy boys' name occasionally used for girls. The Cody trend has now given way to other nickname-y names such as Rory and Ruby.

Cody

Gracy is a charming feminine name that serves as a diminutive form of Grace, which derives from the Latin 'gratia' meaning 'favor' or 'thanks.' While Grace has been consistently popular throughout history, Gracy offers a sweeter, more informal variation with a playful ending. This spelling variation adds a distinctive touch to the classic name while maintaining its elegant meaning. Gracy has never reached the widespread popularity of Grace but occasionally appears as both a given name and nickname. It carries connotations of elegance, divine blessing, and charm, just like its parent name. The unique spelling appeals to parents seeking a familiar name with a slightly unconventional twist.

Gracy

This color name, spelled either Gray or Grey is rapidly catching on. Actress Jenny von Oy recently called her daughter Gray Audrey.


Gray

Ilany

A cutesy short form of Jordan that's never been overly popular. Like Jordan, Jordy would work equally well for a girl or boy.

Jordy

Kerry is the name of one of the most beautiful and lush counties of Ireland was a seventies favorite. Related, updated versions might include Cerys and Keira.

Kerry

This cutesy nickname made it onto the Top 1000 in 1883.

Lovey

Lynley is a feminine name of English origin, originally derived from the Old English elements 'lin' meaning 'lake' or 'pool' and 'leah' meaning 'woodland clearing' or 'meadow'. The name evokes pastoral imagery of serene waters nestled within a forest setting. Lynley gained some recognition through the fictional character Inspector Thomas Lynley from Elizabeth George's mystery novels and the subsequent BBC television series. While never extremely common, the name has a gentle, melodic quality that appeals to parents seeking something distinctively English yet understated. Lynley offers a sophisticated alternative to more common 'Lynn' derived names while maintaining a similar sound profile.

Lynley

More modern nickname for Victoria than Vicky.  Better known as Tori spelling.

Tory

Vy is a beautiful feminine name of Vietnamese origin, meaning 'grand' or 'excellent.' This short but meaningful name embodies elegance and simplicity while carrying significant cultural depth. In Vietnam, Vy is often given to girls with hopes they will live up to its meaning of greatness and distinction. Though relatively uncommon in Western countries, the name has gained some international recognition for its brevity and melodic quality. Vy is easy to pronounce across different languages and cultures, making it a practical yet distinctive choice for parents seeking a name with Asian roots and universal appeal. Its simplicity belies its strong meaning, representing aspiration and excellence.

Yashnareddy

Abbey might sound exactly like the popular Abigail nickname Abby or Abbie, but spelled this way it is also a churchy word name with a Gothic feel. But hearing it, no one will know the difference.

Abbey

Dashly

Deilany is a contemporary feminine name that appears to be a modern creation or variant. It likely combines elements of popular names like Delanie, Delaney, or Leilani, creating a melodic, flowing sound. The name has a distinctly contemporary feel with its unique spelling and blended sounds. While not having historical roots in traditional naming practices, Deilany represents the modern trend of creating distinctive names with pleasing phonetics. The name remains relatively uncommon in usage statistics, appealing to parents seeking something unique yet accessible in pronunciation. Deilany offers a feminine quality with its soft sounds and ending 'y,' following the pattern of many popular girls' names while maintaining individuality through its distinctive spelling and combination of sounds.

Deilany

Devoiry is an extremely rare feminine name that likely derives from Yiddish naming traditions within Hasidic Jewish communities. It may be related to 'Devorah' (meaning 'bee' in Hebrew) with the Yiddish diminutive ending '-y' adding a sense of endearment. This distinctive name remains primarily used within specific Orthodox Jewish communities, particularly in neighborhoods of New York, Montreal, and other cities with established Hasidic populations. Outside these communities, Devoiry would be considered highly unusual. The name reflects the tradition of adapting biblical names with affectionate Yiddish modifications, preserving cultural heritage through naming practices. Its pronunciation might vary slightly within different Yiddish-speaking communities, but its cultural significance remains consistent.

Devoiry

Emberley

Kaizley

Kimberley is a town in South Africa associated with diamonds and with wealth and luxury in general. It was name for Lord Kimberley, whose surname derived from an English place name. Used for boys in the early twentieth century, it re-emerged as a girls' name in the 1940s, usually spelled Kimberly.

Kimberley

Girl names ending in Y have been popular in recent years.

Emily is the 

most popular girl name ending with Y in the US

In England and Wales, Ivy is the top female name that ends with the letter Y, while

 in France the most popular Y-ending girl name is Romy

. Ireland's top girl name ending in Y is Lily, while Iceland's is Sóley.

 that we recommend include Winry, Bettany, and Whimsy.

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

Baby girl names that end in the letter Y, including top Y-ending girl names and unique female names that end with Y, with meanings, origins, and definitions. (Page 27)

2000+ Girl Names That End in Y