Invented Girl Names
- Willadeen
Origin:
American invented nameMeaning:
"will + valley"Description:
The Social Security Lists show Willodean and all its variant spellings to have been used throughout the 1920s and 30s especially in Southern states. There are a few theories on its origins (an invented name created to honor William/Willard and a a female name ending in "-dine", or it may be an Anglicization of a Native American name). Either way, it has a willowy sweetness that deserves a comeback.
- Rydia
Origin:
Invented nameDescription:
Rydia of Mist is a sprite-like character in the Final Fantasy video game series. Fans of the game may consider it for their daughters as a rarer alternative to Lydia. Rydia first appeared on the charts in 2008.
- Nehelenia
Origin:
Invented name, CelticMeaning:
"she who is near the sea"Description:
Queen Nehelenia is a villain in the Sailor Moon anime franchise. Her name is likely a reference to both the mineral nepheline — as many Sailor Moon characters are named after minerals — and Nehalennia, a German or Celtic goddess.
- Naveah
Description:
Naveah is a feminine name that appears to be a variation of the more commonly seen 'Nevaeh,' which is 'heaven' spelled backward. The altered spelling gives the name a unique twist while maintaining the same celestial reference. Created in the late 20th century, this name gained popularity in the United States during the early 2000s. Unlike traditional names with centuries of history, Naveah represents a modern naming trend of creative spellings and meaningful reversals. The name carries spiritual connotations and is often chosen by parents who appreciate its heavenly association and contemporary feel. Though less common than Nevaeh, Naveah offers a slightly distinctive variation on the same beautiful concept.
- Illusia
Origin:
Invented nameMeaning:
"illusion"Description:
Illusia was created in 1944 by the Finnish author Yrjö Kokko for his fairy tale Pessi and Illusia. In the story, Illusia is a rainbow-dwelling fairy who falls in love with an initially-pessimistic troll, appropriately named Pessi. The fairy tale was adapted into a movie in 1984 and is also a ballet in Finland.
- Shalyn
Origin:
Modern invented name<ellipses>sha-la
- Alaysia
Description:
Similar to Malaysia, except completely invented.
- Harleth
Origin:
Surname; modern invented nameDescription:
Harleth is a name which probably stems from combining the oh-so-trendy Harlow with the evergreen Elizabeth. However, literary parents may also remember the beautiful but difficult character Gwendolen Harleth from George Eliot's Daniel Deronda. Harleth has a fashionable edge to it, being associated with rising supermodel Harleth Kuusik.
- Jahzara
Origin:
American variation of Zara, Hebrew and ArabicMeaning:
"blooming flower; God remembers"
- Kaleigh
Description:
Variation of Kaylee and Kali with the popular "-leigh" suffix.
- Mallandra
Origin:
Modern invented nameDescription:
The name of a regular (if not central) character on Amazon's Catastrophe vaguely recalls Melanie, Melissa and Sandra.
- Haizley
Origin:
Variation of Haisley, modern invented nameDescription:
Haisley, but with more pizzazz.
- Brenlyn
Origin:
American invented nameDescription:
Nouveau syllable compound that could appeal to parents looking to honor a Brenda or Brendan in their life.
- Maybrie
Origin:
English, modern invented name combining "May" and "Bree"Meaning:
"Bree"Description:
"May" is a hot sound in girl names — just look at the rise of Maeve — which makes it ripe for creative new inventions. This cheerful, breezy number has been low-key on the US charts since 2011.
- Alzea
Origin:
Modern invented nameDescription:
Though rapper Chingy's (real name: Howard) Alzea is a boy, this name seems more appropriate for girls.
- Lakynn
Origin:
Invented nameDescription:
Variation of Lake.
- Madley
Origin:
American invented nameDescription:
Part Hadley, part Madeline, Madley is an invented smoosh name for our times. Of course, it sounds like madly so that may put some parents off, though for others the intense meaning may be a good thing. Madley also sounds a little like Melody and a bit like medley, appealing musical associations.
- 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.
- Liquia
Origin:
Invented nameDescription:
This aqueous name has been seen on TV as Laverne Fox's character on Weird City.
- Jaleesa
Origin:
Modern invented nameDescription:
Popular ever since it appeared on the 1987 sitcom A Different World. Inventive variations include Geleexa, Ja Leesa, Ja Lisa, Jaleisa, Jalisa, Jaliza, Jilleesa, Jilleisa, Joleesa, Joleisa.
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