Girls Names A Through E

Elizea

Elizea is a feminine name that appears to be a variant of Elizabeth or Eliza, ultimately derived from the Hebrew name Elisheba meaning 'God is my oath'. This uncommon variation adds an exotic flair…

Elka

Latinization of Elke, Scandinavian diminutive of Adelheid

"noble one"

Much more manageable than the full form of the name. Possible international alternative to Ella.

Elladine

Elladine is a feminine name likely formed as a combination of Ella (which could be a short form of Eleanor or Ellen, or a standalone name) and the suffix '-dine,' which appears in names like…

Ellaina

Ellaina is a feminine name representing a more elaborate spelling variation of Elena or Elaine, names that ultimately derive from the Greek Helena, meaning 'bright, shining light' or 'torch.' This…

Ellen

English variation of Helen

"torch; shining light"

An medieval English form of Helen, the sensitive but clear-eyed Ellen has swung in and out of style for centuries, often alternating with the parent name. Ellen was the more common in medieval…

Ellery

English

"island with elder trees; descendant of Hilary; cheerful, happy"

In the past few years Ellery has gone from middle-aged male detective -- from old school fictional hero Ellery Queen -- to a plausible girls' name, a la Hillary. Ellery is one of the golden names…

Ellexia

Ellexia is a modern feminine name that appears to be a creative contemporary formation, possibly inspired by names like Alexia, Alexa, or the popular prefix 'Elle.' Without deep historical roots,…

Elli

German, Finnish diminutive of Elizabeth, Hebrew

"pledged to God"

In Germany and Finland, a common short form of names beginning with El-, including Elizabeth, Elina, and Elisa. About 70 baby girls were named Elli in the US last year versus 6000 named Ellie -- and…

Elliette

Variation of Elliot

As Elliot in all its variations becomes more popular for girls, Elliette and other similar kree8if baby names will rise.

Elliot

English diminutive of Elias, Greek

"Yahweh is God"

Elliot is another traditional boy name used for girls" , a trend led by political commentator George Stephanopoulos and his actress wife Ali Wentworth. Variously spelled Eliot, Elliot, Elliott and…

Ellisif

Icelandic variation of Elizabeth

Ellona

Ellona is a melodious feminine name that likely evolved as a variation of names like Elaine, Ellen, or Eleanor, or possibly as a feminine form of Elliott. With its flowing syllables and soft sounds,…

Ellura

Ellura is a feminine name with possible origins in creative modern naming practices, though it may have older roots in various cultures. The name has a melodic quality reminiscent of names like Ella,…

Elm

English word name

"elm"

For tree huggers.

Elmira

English, Turkish

"noblewoman; country, world commander; ruler of the people"

A name with various origins, Elmira combines the sounds of multicultural Mira with the popular El- beginning. Despite this, the name is rarely heard in the US, though it does rank in the Top 100…

Elnora

English variation of Eleanora, meaning unknown

Elnora is best known as the name of the heroine of the early 20th century novel A Girl of the Limberlost . While Elnora might plausibly have many derivations, the most logical is that isn't a…

Eloquence

English word name

Eloquence feels right at home with names like Cadence and Rhapsody.

Eloquent

Word name, English from Latin

"eloquent"

If you want to give your child the gift of...gab.

Eloria

Basque

"hawthorn"

Variant of Basque Elorria, meaning "hawthorn", considered a sacred plant in Basque mythology. It is also a variant of modern Elora, from the movie Willow .

Elouera

Australian Aboriginal

"a pleasant place"

Elouera has potential for people looking for unusual versions of popular "Elle" names like Ellen, Eleanor and Ella. This Aboriginal Australian place name is filled with the mellifluous sounds that…