Under the Radar Fantasy/Sci-Fi Girls Names

Aria is a multi-cultural name with two extremely popular versions: this more word-like one along with Arya, the spelling used for the feisty young heroine of Game of Thrones. There were about 6400 baby girls named Aria in the US last year alog with 2400 named Arya, which counted together places the name in the Top 10.

A light and pretty pan-cultural name which can be considered a variant of either the Greek name Selene or Selena, meaning "moon", or of the French Celine, meaning "heavenly". An attractive choice that is surprisingly rare in the US: out of the Top 1000 since 2006.

Daenerys is yet another girls' name invented by "Game of Thrones" author George R. R. Martin that is beginning to gain some traction in real life. Daenerys was used for 67 baby girls in 2013 while one of the character's titles, Khaleesi, was given to 241 baby girls. And the name Arya, also from the hyper-popular series, is one of the fastest growing girls' names in the country.

Debera is a feminine name that appears to be a variant spelling of Deborah, which has Hebrew origins meaning "bee." This alternate spelling emerged in the 20th century, offering a slightly different pronunciation with emphasis on the second syllable. While less common than the traditional spelling, Debera maintains the dignified quality of its original form. The name experienced modest popularity in the United States during the 1950s and 1960s, coinciding with the peak of Deborah's popularity. Debera offers a subtle uniqueness while still connecting to the biblical heritage of Deborah, who was a prophetess and judge in the Old Testament, known for her wisdom and leadership.

Lorelei would make a cooler choice.

Marella is an Italian name that feels at once unique and familiar, which may either be the best or worst of both worlds, depending on your preference.

Game of Thrones author George R. R. Martin is a master namer, and this unusual choice from India is beginning to be heard in nurseries as well as on television. Sansa was perhaps slower to catch on than other names such as Arya and Khaleesi as Sansa Stark was in the first seasons of the show a weak and compromised character.

Varena is a feminine name with multiple possible origins, potentially derived from Latin roots or as a variant of Verena, which comes from the Latin 'vereri' meaning 'to respect' or 'to revere.' This elegant name carries a classical resonance while remaining uncommon in modern usage. Varena has sporadic appearance across different European cultures, particularly in Italian and Spanish language regions. The name's melodic quality and flowing rhythm give it a romantic, somewhat mysterious character. Despite its rarity, Varena feels intuitive in pronunciation and spelling. The name may also connect to geographical references, including towns in Italy and Lithuania. Its distinctive nature combined with classical undertones makes it appealing for parents seeking an uncommon name with historical depth.