Girls Names Beginning With T

  1. Torille
    • Origin:

      Italian place name
    • Description:

      Torille is the name of an Italian town, and is also found as a surname/
  2. Tory
    • Origin:

      English, diminutive of Victoria
    • Meaning:

      "victory"
    • Description:

      More modern nickname for Victoria than Vicky. Better known as Tori spelling.
  3. Tourmaline
    • Origin:

      French gem name
    • Meaning:

      "colorful jewel"
    • Description:

      An elaborate and shiny choice.
  4. Tove
    • Origin:

      Scandinavian
    • Meaning:

      "beautiful, beloved"
    • Description:

      Tove is a modern variation of an Old Norse name for which there are no letters on the twenty-first century keyboard (Þórfríðr, for those interested.) Surviving and thriving in modern Scandinavia in the form of Tove, Tuva, and Tova, it is originally related to the name Thor and means "beautiful, beloved."
  5. Trace
    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Tracy, word name "of Thracia; to track down, to discover; to copy"
    • Meaning:

      "of Thracia; to track down, to discover; to copy"
    • Description:

      This diminutive of 20th century fave Tracy (or sometimes Teresa) is more commonly used on boys though it has been occasionally given to girls too.
  6. Tracey
    • Origin:

      Variation of Tracy, French
    • Meaning:

      "of Thracia"
    • Description:

      Tracey is the spelling of Tracy used by British comedian Tracey Ullman, who was born Trace. A Top 10 name in 1970, Tracy was last year given to fewer than 50 baby girls in the US and Tracey to only 13. But if the Hundred Year Rule holds, Tracey and Tracy are halfway back to a comeback.
  7. Tracie
    • Description:

      Tracie is a feminine name that originated as a diminutive form of Tracy, which itself began as an English surname derived from place names in Normandy, France. The place names came from the Gallo-Roman personal name 'Thracius,' referring to someone from Thrace, an ancient region in southeast Europe. Tracie gained popularity in the United States during the 1960s and 1970s, reaching its peak in the early 1970s. The spelling variation with 'ie' instead of 'y' gives the name a softer, more feminine quality. Although its usage has declined since its heyday, Tracie maintains an approachable, friendly image and carries associations with characteristics like adaptability and resourcefulness.
  8. Tracy
    • Origin:

      French
    • Meaning:

      "of Thracia"
    • Description:

      In the Top 25 in the unisex seventies, these days Tracy would more likely be Gracie.
  9. Traudl
    • Description:

      Traudl is a feminine German name, functioning as a diminutive of Gertraud or Gertrud. Common in Bavaria and Austria, it gained some recognition outside German-speaking regions through Traudl Junge, Hitler's secretary who later documented her experiences. The name combines Germanic elements 'ger' (spear) and 'trud' (strength), though the diminutive form gives it a softer, more affectionate quality. Traudl peaked in popularity in German-speaking countries in the early-to-mid 20th century but has since become less common as international naming trends have shifted away from traditional Germanic names. It remains closely tied to German cultural identity and is rarely found outside German heritage families.
  10. Tressa
    • Origin:

      Cornish
    • Meaning:

      "third"
    • Description:

      More unusual than Tessa, this would make an interesting, meaningful and attractive choice for a third child.
  11. Trinette
    • Description:

      Trinette is a feminine name with French origins, functioning as a diminutive form of Trinity or Katrina. This elegant name combines the melodic quality of French naming traditions with a distinctly feminine ending. Trinette gained modest popularity in the United States during the 1960s and 1970s but remains relatively uncommon, making it a distinctive choice for parents seeking something unique yet approachable. The name carries connotations of delicacy and refinement, possibly related to the concept of the Holy Trinity in Christian tradition. Trinette has a lyrical quality when spoken and offers the cute nickname option of 'Tri' or 'Nette' for more casual use.
  12. Trinity
    • Origin:

      Latin
    • Meaning:

      "triad"
    • Description:

      A name that feels both spiritual and trendy, Trinity surged up the charts in the early 2000s, following the release of The Matrix. In just two years, it made an impressive jump from the latter end of the charts to the US Top 100, where it remained for more than a decade.
  13. Tru
    • Origin:

      Variation of True, English word name
    • Meaning:

      "true"
    • Description:

      Short and sweet but edgy too, Tru is fresh feeling virtue name that's currently in the US Top 1000 for boys and girls. Given to around 270 girls in 2023, the longer form True also on the rise. Rarely used before the 2000s, Tru caught on in 2004 when it was used for the heroine in the television series, "Tru Calling".
  14. Trudy
    • Origin:

      German
    • Meaning:

      "spear of strength"
    • Description:

      Innocent, sincere, and bright-eyed, and as outdated as its mother name, Gertrude.
  15. True
    • Origin:

      English word name
    • Meaning:

      "true"
    • Description:

      An inspirational and aspirational word name that evokes ideas of loyalty, faith, honesty, and accuracy, True is a unisex name, which is just slightly more popular for boys. Like an updated form of Trudy and Prue and with the virtuous feel of Grace, Faith, and Hope, True was given to around 200 girls in 2023.
  16. Truly
    • Origin:

      Word name
    • Meaning:

      "in a truthful way"
    • Description:

      A would-be up-and-comer if it wasn't for the spiked seltzer brand.
  17. Truth
    • Origin:

      English word name
    • Meaning:

      "truth"
    • Description:

      With the first name True receiving a Kardashian dose of popularity for girls, Truth is gaining in visibility too. Though its still more popular for boys two to one, the truth is that the name works equally well for both genders -- but may inspire a lot of puns.
  18. Tryphena
    • Origin:

      Greek
    • Meaning:

      "softness, delicacy"
    • Description:

      Greek name found in the New Testament makes for one of the unique baby names still undiscovered from the Bible.
  19. Tsunami
    • Origin:

      Japanese
    • Meaning:

      "harbor wave"
    • Description:

      Tsunami is a Japanese word, derived from the elements tsu meaning "harbor," and nami, "wave." It was first used as a name in 2004 and 2005, then left the charts and reemerged in 2020. At the very least, it makes an interesting way to get to the nickname Sue or Susie (or would that be Tsu/Tsusi?)
  20. Tu
    • Origin:

      French, intimate form of "you"
    • Meaning:

      "you"
    • Description:

      The onetime star of "Northern Exposure" named his daughter Tu Morrow. Think about it.