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Electric E Names [girls]

ScarlettRobin
By ScarlettRobin
Updated Thu May 25 2023
  1. Eda

    • Origin:

      English, Turkish

    • Meaning:

      "wealthy, well-mannered"

    • Description:

      An medieval English diminutive of Edith, which could make an unusual addition to simple vintage revivals like Eva, Ada and Ida. In Turkish, it means "well mannered".
  2. Edith

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "prosperous in war"

    • Description:

      Edith was a hugely popular name a hundred years ago that's being revived among stylish parents in Stockholm and London. It's currently beginning to gain traction in the US among those with a taste for old-fashioned names with a soft but strong image.
  3. Edna

    • Origin:

      Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "rejuvenation, delight"

    • Description:

      Edna is one of those names that, until what it seemed like a few minutes ago, felt so terminally frumpy that no one could imagine a parent choosing it for an innocent modern baby girl. But with the great upswing in names honoring ancestral family members, several of them being other four-letter, e-ending names, we wouldn't be so sure.
  4. Edona

    • Description:

      Edona is a feminine name with multiple cultural connections, primarily associated with Albanian heritage where it means 'gift' or 'donation.' The name also appears in medieval English contexts and has connections to the Old English 'Eadwynn.' With its simple yet elegant structure, Edona combines accessibility with a touch of the exotic. The name's straightforward pronunciation belies its relative rarity in most Western naming traditions. Edona projects a quiet strength through its balanced sound and meaningful etymology. Though uncommon in global statistics, the name has maintained a steady presence in Albanian communities and has potential cross-cultural appeal due to its melodic quality and intuitive spelling. Parents seeking a name that's distinctive yet approachable might be drawn to Edona's understated charm.
  5. Edrie

    • Origin:

      Short form of Edris, Welsh; Arabic

    • Meaning:

      "lord; studious"

    • Description:

      Edris was used occasionally for baby girl 100 years ago, but one can't help but wonder whether those girls might really have been named Edie but with bad handwriting. Edrie is cute, though, and unusual.
  6. Edwina

    • Origin:

      Feminine variation of Edwin

    • Meaning:

      "wealthy friend"

    • Description:

      Edwina may still be taking tea in the parlor, but we can see her joining friends like Matilda and Josephine for a comeback, especially if pronounced like Edwin rather than Edween.
  7. Eila

    • Origin:

      Hebrew, Norwegian variation of Elina

    • Meaning:

      "oak tree; bright, shining light"

    • Description:

      Eila is a Hebrew name heard in Israel. The name also has roots in Finland and Norway, where it's derived from Elina, a variation of Helen, or from Aila, a form of Helga. Eila could gain attention as a cross-cultural name and fresh alternative to popular sound-alike choices like Ayla, Ella, and Isla.
  8. EILEITHYIA
    • Eir

      • Origin:

        Norse

      • Meaning:

        "peacefulness, mercy"

      • Description:

        So airy, it's almost not there.
    • Eira

      • Origin:

        Welsh

      • Meaning:

        "snow"

      • Description:

        This Welsh nature name that can be pronounced exactly like the male Ira. Or, to avoid confusion, you could just name her Snow.
    • Ekaterina

      • Origin:

        Russian; Macedonian; Bulgarian, variation of Catherine

      • Meaning:

        "pure"

      • Description:

        This international variation was publicized by Olympic skater Ekaterina Gordeeva.
    • Electra

      • Origin:

        Greek

      • Meaning:

        "amber, shining, bright"

      • Description:

        Though the plays by Sophocles and Eugene O'Neill and via the "Electra Complex" proposed by psychoanalyst Carl Jung, this name has, unfortunately, become associated with incest and murder.
    • Elia

      • Origin:

        Italian variation of Elijah, Hebrew

      • Meaning:

        "Jehovah is God"

      • Description:

        Though the most famous Elia, screenwriter Kazan, was male, this name sounds like a spin on many popular girls' names, from Ella to Ellie to Isla and Leah. While the Italian pronunciation has the middle syllable as LEE, making it closer to the original Elijah would give the middle syllable a long I sound -- eh-LYE-ah.
    • Elif

      • Origin:

        Turkish and Arabic

      • Meaning:

        "first letter in the alphabet; slender"

      • Description:

        Elif is the Turkish form of Alif, the name of the first letter of the Arabic alphabet. Actor Natalie Portman gave another spelling to her son, Aleph.
    • Elira

      • Description:

        Elira is a feminine name with multiple potential origins. In Albanian culture, it derives from the word for 'free' or 'freedom,' making it a name with powerful symbolic significance. Alternatively, it may have evolved as a variation of names like Elvira or as a combination of popular elements like 'El' (meaning 'God' in Hebrew) and 'ira' (meaning 'watchful' in Sanskrit). The name has a delicate, flowing quality with its soft consonants and melodic rhythm. Elira remains relatively uncommon internationally but has seen some increased usage in Albania and among Albanian diaspora communities. The name carries an air of elegance and distinction while being straightforward to pronounce across different languages. Its cross-cultural potential and beautiful sound make it appealing to parents seeking something both unique and accessible.

    • Elise

      • Origin:

        French variation of Elizabeth

      • Meaning:

        "pledged to God"

      • Description:

        Elise is one of those golden names that stylish but not TOO popular. Its appeal is due in large part to its French flair and to the love for El-names in general.
    • Elisha

      • Origin:

        Variant of Alicia or Hebrew

      • Meaning:

        "God is my salvation"

      • Description:

        Elisha (ee-LYE-sha) is an Old Testament male name, sometimes borrowed for girls. Pronouced eh-LEE-sha, it is also used as a spelling variant of Alicia or Elysia.
    • Elisheva

      • Origin:

        Hebrew

      • Meaning:

        "pledged to God"

      • Description:

        Elisheva was the original name of Aaron's wife in the Book of Exodus; Elisheva gains strength and distinction via the v sound.
    • Elixyvette

      • Origin:

        Hybrid name

      • Description:

        Elixyvette is part Elizabeth, part Alexis, part Yvette -- and a total mess. Few people go to such lengths to make a name different. Aren't you glad?
    • Eliza

      • Origin:

        Hebrew

      • Meaning:

        "pledged to God"

      • Description:

        Eliza is a name with a wonderful combination of streamlined zest and Eliza Doolittle charm and spunk. It's a classic that's popular right now -- but not too popular.