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Invented Girl Names

  1. Kaavia

    • Origin:

      Modern invented name

    • Description:

      Actress Gabrielle Union and basketball great Dwyane Wade brought this one into the lexicon when they chose in for their daughter, Kaavia James.
  2. Lougenia

    • Origin:

      Modern invented name

    • Description:

      This name received modest usage throughout the twentieth century, though it was never given to more than a handful of girls in any given year. Its etymology most likely involves the combination of Lou and Eugenia.
  3. Anavia

    • Origin:

      English, invented name

    • Description:

      A pretty name with echoes of Ana, Ava and Olivia — and the option of Navy as a middle name — brought to public attention by Olympic sprinter Anavia Battle. Her siblings have equally cool names: Mintoria, Antoine and Montel.
  4. Zaniyah

    • Origin:

      Spelling variation of Zaniah

    • Description:

      This variant of Zaniah debuted on the US Top 1000 in 2007.
  5. Menna

    • Origin:

      Welsh, meaning unknown

    • Description:

      Menna is used regularly in Wales in modern times. Its origins are uncertain: perhaps created by a poet, or possibly connected with the Menai Strait that separates the island of Anglesey from mainland Wales. Either way, it's pretty, straightforward, and honor Welsh heritage without screaming it.
  6. Maleni

    • Description:

      Maleni is a feminine name with multicultural origins. In Hawaiian, it's a variation of Malani, meaning 'buoyant' or 'heavenly,' while some sources connect it to Latin American origins as a derivative of Magdalena. The name has also been used in Indian communities. Maleni has a melodic quality with its balanced structure and flowing sound. This relatively uncommon name has experienced modest usage across different cultures but has never reached mainstream popularity. Its appeal lies in its exotic feel, gentle pronunciation, and cross-cultural versatility. The name offers parents a distinctive choice that sounds modern while potentially honoring various cultural traditions. Maleni has gained slight visibility through occasional use in entertainment and social media.

  7. Wyomia

    • Origin:

      Invented name

    • Description:

      Famed track and field sprinter Wyomia Tyus's name never caught on after her multiple gold medals in the 1964 and 1968 Olympic Games.
  8. Rhylee

    • Description:

      Rhylee is a contemporary feminine name with a melodic quality, typically considered a modern variant of Riley. This spelling variation, with the distinctive 'h' and double 'e' ending, emerged as parents sought to create more feminine and unique versions of the originally masculine Irish surname. The name has gained popularity primarily in English-speaking countries since the early 2000s, riding the wave of surname-to-first-name transitions. Rhylee blends the trendy sound of Riley with a distinctively feminine spelling. The name conveys a sense of spiritedness and individuality. While not among the top-ranked names, Rhylee appeals to parents seeking a name that sounds familiar yet stands out, offering a balance between uniqueness and accessibility.

  9. Tanisha

    • Origin:

      American invented name

    • Description:

      Many invented names that end in -isha spring from the Arabic Aisha, an important name in the Muslim religion. The Ta- or Te- prefix was especially stylish for both girls and boys in the eighties. This name may also be related to Tanis.
  10. Kaydel

    • Origin:

      Modern invented name

    • Description:

      Kaydel is the name of the character played by Billie Lourd, the daughter of Carrie Fisher, in the 2017 Star Wars movie. There were no baby girls named Kaydel in 2016, but after the movie's release, we expect that to change. As with Kylo and Leia, Star Wars has a track record of introducing new names to the lexicon and promoting their popularity.
  11. Kaisley

    • Origin:

      American invented name

    • Description:

      A nouveau creation inspired by Paisley.
  12. Brylie

    • Origin:

      American invented name

    • Description:

      The newest addition to the Kylie, Rylie family, really catching on with some parents.
  13. Brenlyn

    • Origin:

      American invented name

    • Description:

      Nouveau syllable compound that could appeal to parents looking to honor a Brenda or Brendan in their life.
  14. Mickalene

    • Origin:

      American invented name

    • Description:

      Borne by Mickalene Thomas, an American artist primarily known for her photographs and paintings embellished with rhinestones and enamel.
  15. Imoen

    • Origin:

      Invented name

    • Description:

      Imoen is the name of a character from the video game series Baldur's Gate, although in real life it's apt to be mistaken as a typo for Imogen.
  16. Jellia

    • Origin:

      Invented literary name

    • Description:

      A name created for Jellia Jamb, a sweet and beautiful servant in the Royal Palace in the Emerald City of Oz, who appears in several books in the series.
  17. Jaunel

    • Origin:

      Jamaican invented name

    • Description:

      This invented name is borne by a Jamaican supermodel.
  18. Novalyne

    • Origin:

      Modern invented name

    • Description:

      Novalyne Price Ellis was a 20th century writer best known for One Who Walked Alone, a memoir about her relationship with pulp fiction writer Robert E. Howard, the inventor of Conan the Barbarian, which was adapted into a movie starring Renee Zellwegger.
  19. Amiracle

    • Description:

      Amiracle is a contemporary feminine name that emerged from English-speaking countries, particularly in American naming trends. As its spelling suggests, it combines the prefix 'a' with 'miracle', creating a name that literally evokes the concept of being a miracle. This meaning-rich name likely appeals to parents who view their child as a blessing or miraculous gift. Amiracle began appearing in naming records in the late 20th and early 21st centuries but remains uncommon. The name has four syllables with a rhythmic quality and a distinctly modern, inspirational feel. Its uniqueness ensures that a child named Amiracle would stand out, carrying a name that inherently celebrates her existence.
  20. Quiana

    • Origin:

      Modern invented name

    • Description:

      Quiana might be thought of as the first synthetic name. Quiana was popular in the 1970s and 80s, along with the same-named form of polyester.