Girls Names Beginning With E

A very long list of girls names beginning with the letter E. I hope it comes in handy.
  1. Egret
    • Eagle
      • Origin:

        Nature name
      • Meaning:

        "eagle, a bird"
      • Description:

        For the boyds. Er, boys, if only judging my the statistics, which have this rare bird name given to a handful of baby boys in the US but no recent baby girls. But it certainly would make a majestic choice for a child of either gender.
    • East
      • Origin:

        Word name
      • Description:

        North and West are easier on the ear, but this works fine if it has some significance for your family. Could be lengthened to Easton.
    • Eclipsa
      • Origin:

        Invented name
      • Meaning:

        "eclipse"
      • Description:

        Eclipsa Butterfly, also called Eclipsa the Queen of Darkness, is a character on the Disney Channel show Star vs. the Forces of Evil. Both Eclipsa and Solaria, the name of her mother, debuted on the charts in 2021, two years after the series finale.
    • Eclipse
      • Origin:

        English word name
      • Meaning:

        "an obscuring of light when one celestial body passes over another"
      • Description:

        An evocative word name denoting a rare celestial phenomenon when the sun and moon are aligned so that the moon casts a shadow over the Earth (a solar eclipse), or when the moon is right in front of the sun, showing only a ring of light (a lunar eclipse).
    • Ecru
      • Origin:

        Color name
      • Description:

        Neutral color, but as a name, too much of an oddity.
    • Edda
      • Origin:

        Norse
      • Meaning:

        "poetry"
      • Description:

        This Old Norse girl name has a lovely meaning and a familiar yet distinctive sound.
    • Edin
      • Description:

        Edin is a versatile name with multiple origins that can be used for girls, though it's traditionally more common for boys in some cultures. In Bosnian, it derives from Arabic meaning 'paradise' or 'Eden,' while in Scottish Gaelic it relates to 'hill' or 'slope.' As a feminine name, it may be a shortened form of Edina or a variant of Eden. Edin has a minimalist, modern appeal with its crisp four-letter structure. While not common in English-speaking countries for girls, it has gained some usage in parts of Europe. The name's simplicity makes it cross-cultural and easy to pronounce. For parents seeking a short, meaningful name with international appeal, Edin offers an understated elegance and subtle connection to natural imagery or paradisiacal connotations.

    • 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.
    • Edwige
      • Origin:

        French from German Hedwig
      • Meaning:

        "war"
      • Description:

        Haitian writer Edwidge Danticat highlighted this sophisticated, chignon-wearing choice for literate parents.
    • Eglantine
      • Origin:

        French botanical name
      • Description:

        This name for the sweetbriar shrub is a bit too reminiscent of eggplant.
    • Eiffel
      • Origin:

        German placename
      • Description:

        An interesting international choice. Most closely associated with the Parisian monument, the Eiffel Tower, Gustave Eiffel was also responsible for much of the interior of the Statue of Liberty. The name itself is German, but was not the family's original surname and was added as an homage to the family's German homeland which featured the Eifel mountains. Eiffel could be used as a boys or girls name.
    • Eileen
      • Origin:

        Scottish variation of Evelyn
      • Meaning:

        "desired; or water, island"
      • Description:

        The Scottish Eileen was a midcentury darling that was on a long downward slide for decades. And then, in 2012, it took an unexpected pivot and has been inching upward in the US. The unrelated but similar-sounding Isla may have revived the taste for Eileen. Isla along with Lee and Lena might be nicknames for Eileen. Eileen is an Anglicized form of the Gaelic Eibhlin or Aibhilin, which is technically a form of to Evelyn/Aveline, but is also sometimes considered part of the Helen family of names. Aileen is the Irish version, less popular now than Eileen.
    • Eirini
      • Description:

        Eirini is the traditional Greek form of Irene, deriving from the Greek word 'eirēnē' meaning 'peace.' This beautiful feminine name has profound historical roots in ancient Greek culture, where Eirene was the goddess of peace and spring. The name has remained consistently popular in Greece throughout history and is still widely used today. In Greek Orthodox tradition, Saint Irene of Thessaloniki is venerated as a martyr. Eirini retains its authentic Greek pronunciation with its flowing vowels and gentle consonants. As international parents increasingly seek names with both cultural significance and positive meanings, Eirini offers a meaningful alternative to the more commonly used Irene in Western countries while preserving its rich Hellenic heritage.

    • Eithne
      • Origin:

        Gaelic
      • Meaning:

        "nut kernel"
      • Description:

        Pretty and soulful name of a goddess from Irish mythology and several Irish saints. Singer Enya, born Eithne Ní Bhraonáin, has made the Anglicized spelling familiar. Eithne comes from the vocabulary word "kernel", which was used as a term of praise in old bardic poetry.
    • Elbertina
      • Description:

        Elbertina is a feminine name that likely developed as an elaborate feminine form of Albert or Elbert. These masculine names derive from Germanic elements meaning 'noble' and 'bright' or 'famous.' The addition of the feminine suffix '-ina' creates an ornate, vintage-sounding name. Elbertina peaked in popularity during the late 19th and early 20th centuries when longer, more formal feminine names were fashionable. It conveys a sense of traditional elegance and historical character. Very rare in contemporary use, Elbertina appeals to parents drawn to elaborate vintage names or seeking to honor an Albert or Elbert in the family while selecting a distinctly feminine form.
    • Elbertine
      • Description:

        Elbertine is a rare feminine name derived from Germanic elements. It likely developed as a feminine form of Elbert, which combines the elements "noble" and "bright." Elbertine follows the pattern of creating feminine names by adding the suffix "-ine" to masculine forms, common in many European naming traditions. The name saw modest usage in the early 20th century, particularly in communities with German heritage, but has since become exceedingly rare. With its vintage charm and dignified sound, Elbertine might appeal to parents seeking a truly distinctive name with historical roots. Despite its rarity, it maintains a classic elegance and offers the friendly nickname options Ellie or Bertie.
    • Eleanor
      • Origin:

        English variation of French Provencal Alienor, meaning unknown
      • Description:

        Eleanor's straightforward feminine image combined with its royal medieval history is striking just the right note for parents in search of a girls' name that combines substance and style.
    • Eleanora
      • Origin:

        Latinate form of Eleanor, meaning unknown
      • Description:

        Eleanor is back, Nora is back, and, as predicted, Eleanora is back too, as of 2023.
    • Eleanore
      • Origin:

        French variation of Eleanor, meaning unknown
      • Description:

        The final e introduces pronunciation questions. Is Eleanor pronounced just like Eleanor, or is it the more elaborate el-LAY-ah-nor? Or something else?