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Best of A-Z Names for Girls

  1. Charis

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "grace"

    • Description:

      Reference to the mythological Three Graces of womanly charm, this one representing charity. Pronounced in Greek as starting with a back-of-the-throat H sound, most English-speakers would translate that to something closer to KAR-is. It's also the name of a girl who lived in Atlantis in the novel Taliesin, and appears in the Margaret Atwood novel The Robber Bride.
  2. Damaris

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "dominant woman"

    • Description:

      In the New Testament, Damaris was an Athenian woman converted to Christianity by St. Paul. Known for her charitable work, her name was a favorite among the Puritans. Having slid off the bottom of the Top 1000 in 2012, Damaris might be deserving of more attention by parents in search of a New Testament name that is unusual but accessible, especially since girls' names ending in 's' are coming back into fashion.
  3. Cyrene

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "supreme power"

    • Description:

      Cyrene was a mythical nymph and huntress who was beloved by Apollo. An ancient city in Libya was named after her.
  4. Azure

    • Origin:

      English color name, Persian

    • Meaning:

      "sky blue; lapis lazuli"

    • Description:

      Azure is a colorful gender-neutral choice, currently used equally for baby girls and boys in the US. It refers to a specific shade of blue seen in a cloudless sky. Elon Musk revealed Azure to be the name of his daughter with Shivon Zilis, twin sister to Strider.
  5. Danae

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Description:

      An intriguing mythological name whose one challenge might be pronunciation questions.
  6. Azul

    • Origin:

      Spanish

    • Meaning:

      "blue"

    • Description:

      Azul is the Spanish word for "blue" and was first recorded as a baby name (for girls) in 1995. It's technically considered unisex today, although it is still more than three times as common as a feminine name.
  7. Cyane

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "bright blue enamel"

    • Description:

      Cyane is a mythological Sicilian nymph who lived in a pool and whose name is an intriguing twist on the color name trend.
  8. Aislinn

    • Origin:

      Irish

    • Meaning:

      "dream"

    • Description:

      Old Irish name that's taken off in its Anglicized forms, mainly Ashlyn or Ashlynn. Nonetheless, this more traditional version debuted in the US Top 1000 in 2015.
  9. Colby

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "from a coal town"

    • Description:

      One of the first reality show-inspired names (he was a Texas hunk on an early season of "Survivor"); hugely trendy for boys but just starting for girls.
  10. Bardot

    • Origin:

      French surname

    • Description:

      Bardot joined the first and last names of other glamour girl icons such as (Jean) Harlow when David Boreanaz chose the surname of '50s French sex symbol Brigitte Bardot for his daughter. Bardot debuted in the US charts in 2022.
  11. Chiyo

    • Origin:

      Japanese

    • Meaning:

      "thousand generations"

    • Description:

      The childhood name of the heroine of Memoirs of a Geisha is pretty and accessible. Chiyiko is a pet form.
  12. Claret

    • Origin:

      English word name from French and Latin

    • Meaning:

      "deep purple-red; clear"

    • Description:

      Rich purplish red color choice that may gain favor along with Claire, though the wine connection can't be ignored.
  13. Charisma

    • Origin:

      Word name, English from Greek

    • Meaning:

      "charisma, grace"

    • Description:

      Trying to imbue your child with charisma at birth involves a certain degree of chutzpah. It was brought into the mix by ex. "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" actress Charisma Carpenter, who was named after an Avon perfume.
  14. Damia

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "spirit"

    • Description:

      Greek nature goddess name that has a pleasing femininity. Damia is one of the more unusual goddess names newly fashionable for contemporary baby girls.
  15. Elektra

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "shining, bright"

    • Description:

      This spelling of Electra makes this vibrant name less electric and more kinetic.
  16. Dayanna

    • Description:

      Dayanna is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a variation of Diana, the Roman goddess of the moon and hunting, or a combination of 'day' with the popular name ending '-anna.' In some Hispanic communities, it's used as a variation of Diana with a unique spelling. The name gained popularity in the United States during the 1990s and early 2000s, particularly among Latin American families. Dayanna carries a bright, positive connotation with its connection to 'day' suggesting light and optimism. Its melodic quality and recognizable but uncommon status make it appealing to parents seeking a name that's distinctive yet accessible.
  17. Duffy

    • Origin:

      Irish

    • Meaning:

      "dark"

    • Description:

      This Irish surname packs a lot of attitude, projecting an image of spunk and sass. The Welsh singer Duffy, born Aimee Anne Duffy, is best known for her songs Mercy and Warwick Avenue.
  18. Cree

    • Origin:

      Native American

    • Description:

      This Native American tribe name is an attractive option for a boy or a girl. Tia Mowry used it for her son in 2011.
  19. Devinah

    • Description:

      Devinah is a feminine name that appears to be a modern elaboration of Devine or an ornamental variation of Devin, which has Irish origins meaning "poet" or "divine." The addition of the "-ah" ending gives the name a softer, more feminine quality while maintaining its melodic sound. Though relatively uncommon, Devinah reflects contemporary naming trends that favor embellished versions of shorter names. The name has a lyrical quality and combines traditional elements with a fresh feel. Parents might choose Devinah seeking something recognizable yet distinctive. While not historically established, the name fits well with modern naming patterns that value unique variations on familiar themes, offering a balance between novelty and accessibility.