Girl Names Lists · International Baby Names
By Sophie Kihm · Updated September 2026
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Dutch variation of Rose, Latin
"rose"
A Roos by any other name smells as sweet.
Dutch variation of Sarah, Hebrew
"princess"
Saar is a very popular girls' name in The Netherlands, where it's an abbreviated form of Sarah. The Dutch feminine Saar, pronounced sahr, is distinct from the Hebrew place-name Saar used for boys in…
Irish
"sweet, goodness"
Sadhbh was the name of several real and legendary Irish princesses, including the daughters of Conn of the Hundred Battles, of Queen Medb of Connacht, and of King Brian Boru. It's also written Sabha.…
Latin, feminine variation of Faust
"fortunate one"
Faustine has a positive meaning, although the association with the character who sold his soul to the devil may be off-putting. This name is among the Top 100 girls' names in France, but was given to…
Old Norse
"island goddess"
Eydis is the modern transcription of Eydís, one of the top names in Iceland right now.
Norse
"elm"
In Norse mythology, Embla is the equivalent of the Bible's Eve, who, along with her husband Ask, were the first humans to be created by the gods, in this case from trees. With its lovely nature…
Dutch, diminutive of Susanne
"lily"
Sanne is hugely popular in the Netherlands, but almost unknown here; which makes it an interesting prospect for the parent in search of an unusual name. Pronounced sah-na, Sanne is in keeping with…
Portuguese
"from Gaeta"
Portuguese feminine form of Gaetan/Gaetano.
Spanish
"Candlemas"
Diminutive of Candelaria, a name derived from candle and given in honor of the festival of Candlemas, which marks the presentation of Christ in the temple and the purification of the Virgin Mother.
Diminutive of Christina
Not-so-attractive short form of a lovely name.
Eduarda is a feminine name of Portuguese and Spanish origin, representing the female form of Eduardo (Edward). Derived from Old English elements 'ead' (wealth, prosperity) and 'weard' (guardian), it…
"blessed, fair daughter; sullen, tempetsuous"
While Doireann may look like a form of Doreen (a diminutive of Dora or Dorothy), it is in fact a name of Old Irish origin, appearing in Irish legend. Usually pronounced as DEH-ruhn (though DIR-an and…
Tilde is a charming feminine name with Scandinavian origins, primarily used in Sweden, Denmark, and Norway. It derives from Matilda, meaning 'mighty in battle,' though it has taken on a distinct…
Norwegian
The exact origins of Tiril remain a mystery, but it is generally considered to be a name from Norwegian poetry. The heroine of Johan Sebastian Cammermeyer’s fantastical poem "Lokkende Toner" is…
Norwegian variation of Þórdís, Old Norse
"thunder goddess"
Tordis left Norway's popularity charts in 1948, placing it among the old lady name that could soon be up for revival.
Swedish and Norwegian variation of Tove
"beautiful"
Tove is a modern variation of an Old Norse name, related to Thor. Tuva is a form of the name popular in modern Scandinavia.
French
"nasturtium"
Capucine was a chic French actress half a century ago and has been one of the most fashionable girl names in France in recent decades, ranking in France's Top 100. Capucine is also popular in…
Dutch
"travel to battle"
This Dutch name derives from the old Germanic name, Farahild. It is quite common in the Netherlands.
Vilde is a feminine Norwegian name with Norse origins. It derives from the Old Norse word 'villr,' meaning 'wild' or 'untamed,' conveying a sense of freedom and natural spirit. The name gained…
"world, light, white; rock"
Ailbhe is a unisex Irish name that has appeared throughout Irish history, borne by a 6th-century (male) saint, and by a female warrior of Fianna, a legendary group of women warriors, led by Fionn…
