Five Syllable Girl Names

Candelaria

Spanish

"Candlemas"

A bright and appealing Spanish name traditionally given to honor the church festival of Candlemas, which commemorates the presentation of Christ in the temple and the purification of the Virgin Mary.

Giovanetta

Italian

"young woman, girl"

The sound is quite lovely, but it still comes down to naming your little girl young girl.

Theodosia

Greek

"gift of God"

This feminine form of Theodosius has long been buried deep in the attic, but might be a good discovery for the parent who wants to move beyond Theodora. Vice President Aaron Burr named a daughter…

Leocadia

Spanish

"splendid brightness"

Leocadia marries a mix of sounds: the strength of a lion, with a rhythmic Latin ending. St. Leocadia was an early martyred Spanish saint, and "La Leocadia" is a famous Goya painting of Leocadia…

Artemisia

Greek, variation of Artemis

You might think Artemisia is the feminine form of the name, but in fact the original Artemis is feminine too, the name of the Greek mythological goddess of the moon. Artemisia Gentileschi was an…

Maximilienne

Female variation of Maximilian

Vies with Maximiliana for the title of most obscure Maximilian variant. You could argue that both were made obsolete by Jessica Simpson's use of Maxwell for her daughter.

Evangelia

Evangelia is a feminine name of Greek origin meaning 'bearer of good news' or 'messenger of good tidings.' It shares its roots with the word 'evangelist' and the male name Evangelos. While relatively…

Desideria

Latin

"desire"

Feminine form of Desiderio, borne by a 19th-century queen of Sweden, the wife of Karl XIV.

Ekaterina

Russian; Macedonian; Bulgarian, variation of Catherine

"pure"

This international variation was publicized by Olympic skater Ekaterina Gordeeva.

Hyacinthia

Hyacinthia is a feminine name with ancient Greek roots, derived from the flower name Hyacinth. In Greek mythology, Hyacinthus was a beautiful youth beloved by Apollo, who was tragically transformed…

Marianita

Spanish diminutive of Mariana

"of the sea"

An elaboration of Mariana and a sea-inspired choice that once ranked in the US Top 1000 in the late 19th century.

Theophania

Greek

This ancient name, belonging to a Byzantine empress, may be difficult for a modern child to carry, though it can be an original way to get to cute nickname Thea or even Theo or Teddie. The English…

Aureliana

Feminine variation of Aurelianus, Latin

"the golden one"

Aureliana is a feminine name with Latin origins, derived from 'aureus' meaning 'golden' or 'gilded.' It's the feminine form of Aurelianus, which was a Roman family name associated with the emperor…

Valeriana

Valeriana is an elaborate feminine name derived from the Latin name Valerius, which means "strong" or "healthy." It's the feminine form of Valerian and shares roots with more common names like…

Caledonia

Latin place-name for Scotland

"hard or rocky land"

Caledonia is a rhythmic and alluring place name used by singer Shawn Colvin for her daughter. It would make an interesting and apt choice for a girl with Scottish ancestry.

Elizabella

English combination of Eliza + Bella

"pledged to God + beautiful"

Elizabella is a much more obscure smoosh than sisters Isabella and Annabelle, but the megapopularity of Isabella may give this unusual combo name a boost.

Sebastiana

Feminine form of Sebastian, Latin from Greek

"man of Sebastia"

Sebastiana is not often heard in the US, but as Sebastian in all its forms becomes more popular, so might this feminine version.

Bartolomea

Aramaic

"of the furrow"

Feminine form of Bartolomeo

Mariangela

Combination of Maria + Angela

"Angel Mary"

A traditional smoosh name with a peaceful, religious feel.

Valenciana

Spanish

"brave, strong"

An elaboration on the sunny Spanish place name Valencia.