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Invented Girl Names

  1. Briley

    • Origin:

      Modern invented name or surname, English

    • Meaning:

      "briar meadow, briar clearing"

    • Description:

      Similar to Brielle and Riley, this name lags quite far behind these more common variations. It peaked at Number 622 in 2009 in the US, but it is now descending the ranks. It coincides with the surname Briley, a contracted form of Brierley, which might be an interesting alternative.
  2. Jadine

    • Origin:

      Modern invented name

    • Description:

      Unusual and unfashionable name found in Toni Morrison's novel Tar Baby.
  3. Myrcella

    • Origin:

      Variant of Marcella

    • Description:

      One of the many faux-Medieval names invented by George R.R. Martin for his A Song of Ice and Fire series of books, the source of HBO's Game of Thrones. Princess Myrcella Baratheon is the daughter of Cersei Lannister and (secretly) her brother Jaime. Their younger brother Tyrion sends her to Dorne to be married to the Dornish prince Trystane Martell to seal an alliance between the two houses.
  4. Westlyn

    • Origin:

      American invented name

    • Description:

      Westlyn is a hot new girls' names, rising 350 percent in 2017 over the year before in official US statistics. It was given to just over 100 baby girls in 2017. Actor Josh Brolin named his daughter Westlyn Reign. Near-identical twin Westlynn is also growing in popularity, given to about half as many baby girls. Westlyn is a combination of word name West, also becoming more popular in various forms including Weston and Wesley for boys, and the long-used suffix lyn. West is a stylist and attractive unisex short form.
  5. Brynnlee

    • Description:

      Brynnlee is a feminine name representing the modern trend of combination names, blending elements of Brynn (which has Welsh origins meaning 'hill' or 'mound') with the popular suffix '-lee' (meaning 'meadow' or 'clearing'). This contemporary creation emerged primarily in the 2010s as part of the movement toward unique spellings and compound names. Brynnlee follows the pattern of names like Brynlee and Brinley, but with the distinctive double 'n' spelling. The name has gained modest popularity particularly in the United States, appealing to parents seeking names that sound traditional yet remain distinctive. Brynnlee combines the strength associated with Brynn and the feminine, nature-inspired quality of the '-lee' ending.

  6. Brenley

    • Origin:

      American invented name, variation of Brinley, English

    • Meaning:

      "burnt meadow"

    • Description:

      Brenley: a compound of trendy syllables or Brinley variation? It's totally up to you. It was chosen by American Idol contestant Triston Harper and his wife Paris Reed for their daughter in 2025.
  7. Glail

    • Origin:

      Invented name

    • Description:

      Variation of Gail.
  8. Jathryn

    • Origin:

      Invented name

    • Description:

      Variation of Kathryn.
  9. Drasna

    • Origin:

      Invented name

    • Meaning:

      "dragon"

    • Description:

      The name Drasna was created for a Pokémon character. Her name was derived from the Latin botanical name dracaena, which in turn is from drakōn, the Greek word for "dragon." Fittingly, Drasna used Dragon-type Pokémon in battle.
  10. Nehelenia

    • Origin:

      Invented name, Celtic

    • Meaning:

      "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.
  11. Shenna

    • Origin:

      Invented name, meaning unknown

    • Description:

      Strange amalgam with little appeal.
  12. 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.

  13. Mistelle

    • Origin:

      Modern invented name

    • Description:

      Mistelle is a modern invention combining Misty with the evergreen feminine suffix 'elle'. This name is occasionally seen in Australia.
  14. Moonee

    • Origin:

      Fictional invented name

    • Description:

      Name invented for the 2017 movie The Florida Project.
  15. Jayleen

    • Origin:

      Modern invented name

    • Meaning:

      "pretty jaybird"

    • Description:

      Jayleen is one of those modern creations that could be seen as an attempt to be trendy yet retro at the same time. Part Jaylee, part Aileen, Jayleen could be an honor for a Jane or a James, an Eileen, or a Darlene.
  16. Kayley

    • Description:

      Kayley is a modern feminine name with multiple spelling variations including Kayleigh, Kaylee, and Kaley. It originated as an adapted form of the Irish surname Keeley or the Gaelic name Caolaidhe, meaning "slender" or "fair." The name gained popularity in English-speaking countries during the 1980s and 1990s, partly influenced by the success of the 1985 song "Kayleigh" by the band Marillion. Kayley has a youthful, friendly sound that appeals to many parents seeking a contemporary name with Celtic undertones. While its peak popularity has passed in the United States, it remains recognizable without being overly common, offering a balance between familiarity and distinctiveness that many parents appreciate.

  17. Roselynn

    • Description:

      Roselynn is one of the smoosh baby names most popular a generation or two ago.
  18. Khandalyce

    • Origin:

      Modern invented name

    • Description:

      This interesting name has unfortunately risen to attention through the tragic murder case of little Khandalyce Stevenson. Probably needs some time before it can be used without these sad connections.
  19. Riverlynn

    • Origin:

      Modern invented name

    • Description:

      Riverlynn is a modern feminine name that combines the nature word 'River' with the popular name suffix 'lynn,' which means lake or brook, creating a flowing, melodic name that evokes natural beauty.
  20. 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.