Girls Names K Through O

Laela

Laela is a feminine name with multiple potential origins. It may be a variant spelling of Layla, which comes from Arabic origins meaning 'night' or 'dark beauty.' Alternatively, it could be related…

Laelah

Laelah is a feminine name with Hebrew origins, considered a variant spelling of Layla or Leila, meaning 'night' or 'dark beauty.' This melodious name combines the traditional Layla with an added 'h'…

Laelynn

Laelynn is a contemporary feminine name that has risen in popularity during the early 21st century. This melodic name appears to be a modern combination of the popular "Lae-" prefix (as in Layla)…

Laerke

Danish

"lark"

Lærke is the Danish equivalent of English name Lark. For those that find the monosyllabic English name too short for such a harmonious bird, Lærke might be a a good option - if you can get passed the…

Laguna

Italian place-name

"pond, lake"

Laguna Beach is a famous California spot -- though there's "goonie" teasing potential.

Lailah

Spelling variation of Layla

"night"

A lesser-used spelling variation of Layla, Leila et al. In Jewish mythology, Lailah is the name of an angel associated with the night and fertility.

Lailany

Lailany is a beautiful feminine name with multicultural roots, blending elements from Arabic and Hawaiian origins. It's a variation of 'Leilani,' which means 'heavenly flower' or 'royal child of…

Lake

Nature name

This body of water runs deep; the best of a group of new possibilities that includes Bay, Ocean, River, and the more established Brook. It has received attention via the actress Lake Bell. Lake would…

Lakota

Native American, Sioux

"friend to us"

The name of one of the branches of the Great Sioux Nation has a very namelike sound, but is not used as a name by the Lakota people themselves, and could be seen as appropriative.

Lakshmi

Sanskrit

"a lucky omen"

Often heard in India, this is the name of the Hindu goddess of abundance, beauty, and prosperity, the embodiment of grace and charm --lucky omens indeed. The goddess Lakshmi is worshiped daily in…

Lakyn

Lakyn is a modern feminine name that emerged in the late 20th century in the United States. It appears to be a creative variation of names like Laken (meaning 'from the lake') or a blend of the…

Lalage

Greek

"to chatter"

An interesting name despite the pronunciation challenge. It has literary roots, both in the classical poetry of Horace, and as a character in John Fowles' The French Lieutenant's Woman . Appealing…

Land

Word name or diminutive of Landon

"long hill"

A down-to-earth baby name—literally. It has great potential as a middle name.

Landis

German surname

"highwayman"

Preppy surname that would make a fashionable first name for a girl.

Landon

English

"long hill"

A Top 100 boy name in the US, Landon feels more unisex than other popular boys' names starting to be used for girls.

Langley

English

"long meadow"

A surname style name that may appeal to those who like Langston and Oakley but also L- heavy choices like Lila, Delilah, and Linley, Langley is a rare option with a nature-connected meaning. It first…

Lani

Variation of Elaine, English, Hawaiian

"bright, shining; sky, heavens, royal, majesty"

Simple but substantial, Lani is surprisingly underused considering the popularity of Lainey, Leilani, Lana, and Kehlani. A multi-cultural choice with both Hawaiian and English origins, it is also…

Laoise

Irish

"light"

Pronounced lee-sha, Laoise is the feminine form of the Irish mythological names Lugh and Lugus, which means light. Lugus was the Celtic god of commerce and craftsmanship, the equivalent of the Roman…

Lapis

Persian

"azure blue stone"

Out-of-the-ordinary gemstone name derived from lapis lazuli, which is said to enhance awareness and intellect, impart ancient wisdom and cure many ailments, making it an interesting possibility for a…