Obnoxious Names For Girls

Hello, Dolly! Okay, we couldn't resist, but be warned: Most people who meet your little Dolly won't be able to either. This nickname-name, rarely heard since whatever decade Dolly Parton was born, is singing a fashionable note again along with sisters Dottie and Dixie; it was chosen for one of their twin girls by Rebecca Romijn and Jerry O'Connell.

A whimsical and serene feeling word name, bestowed to reflect the joy and perfection parents might find in their children and the ambitions they have for them. Once a fantastical and celebrity-only feeling option, Dream came into popular usage after Rob Kardashian and Blac Chyna chose it for their daughter in 2016.

Elixevetta is part Elizabeth and part Alexandra, and thoroughly confusing.

Ellamae was given to over 60 baby girls in the US last year, although the data doesn't record punctuation, so we don't know how many of those will actually go by Ella Mae or Ella-Mae. The fourth most popular compound name for girls in the US, It's a modern smoosh name with a sweet, old-timey feel.

Ellyson is a contemporary feminine name that likely developed as a variant of Allison/Alison or as a feminine form of Ellis. The spelling with 'Elly' at the beginning connects it visually to names like Elly, Elle, and Ella, giving it familiar elements despite its relative rarity. Traditionally, Allison derives from the medieval French diminutive of Alice (meaning 'noble'), while Ellis comes from the Welsh 'Elisedd' meaning 'benevolent.' Ellyson remains uncommon in usage statistics, appealing to parents seeking a modern-sounding name with traditional elements. The 'son' ending, historically found in patronymic surnames, gives the name a contemporary unisex quality that fits current naming trends, though it's primarily used for girls.

An updated form of Emmeline or Emmaline or a compound name that makes your chosen pronunciation more obvious. Spelling variation Emmalyn reached the US Top 500 in2017, but has since fallen out of Top 1000. However, if you put the two spellings together, this smoosh name is given to nearly 400 girls, placing it above Emmeline or Emmaline. Influence Emmalynn Minassian and Canadian singer, Emmalyn Estrada are notable bearers.

Evangelynn is a modern feminine name combining 'Evangel' (from Greek 'euangelion' meaning 'good news' or 'gospel') with the popular suffix '-lynn,' creating a name with religious undertones and contemporary styling. This elaboration of traditional names like Eva or Evangeline emerged primarily in the United States during the early 2000s, reflecting the trend toward longer, more elaborate feminine names with personalized spellings. The name offers multiple nickname possibilities including Eva, Evie, Angel, or Lynn. While not among the most common names, Evangelynn has gained modest popularity among parents seeking names with spiritual significance combined with fashionable sounds. Its spelling variations might include Evangelyn or Evangeline, though the '-lynn' ending specifically aligns with naming trends that favor this distinctive suffix.

Fifi is a perfect name -- for a French poodle. But Fifi may seem more child-friendly as names like Coco and Lulu rise. Fifi in its fluffiness also balances the seriousness of such full names as Josephine or Federica.

It may sound sweet smelling, but remember, it was the name of the little skunk in Bambi. Better to pick a single bloom from the bouquet, like Violet or Lily or Daisy.

With the first two syllables pronounced Georgie, it has a stylish Masterpiece Theatre air.

Hadley, an old surname-name best known as the name of author Ernest Hemingway's "Paris Wife," only recently broke onto the scene in a big way. While Hadley has considerable appeal, spelling variations such as Hadleigh—and onward to Hadleah, Hadleah, Hadli and so on—only emphasize its trendiness. Hadleigh made its first appearance on the US Top 1000 in 2014.

Hartleigh is a feminine name of English origin, combining 'hart' (meaning 'stag' or sometimes 'heart') with the suffix 'leigh' (meaning 'meadow' or 'clearing'). This nature-inspired name has a picturesque quality, evoking images of deer in woodland clearings. As a given name, Hartleigh is quite rare, though it has gained some attention in recent years amid the popularity of names ending with 'leigh' or 'ley.' The name carries both strength and delicacy in its sound and meaning. Originally more common as a surname or place name in England, its transition to a feminine given name represents the modern trend of repurposing surnames and locations as distinctive first names. Hartleigh offers a unique option with English countryside charm.

Hazelle is a delicate feminine name that represents an elaborated form of Hazel, derived from the English word for the hazelnut tree and its light brown color. The additional '-le' ending gives the name a softer, more ornate quality while retaining the natural woodland charm of the original. Hazel has experienced a significant revival in recent decades, and Hazelle offers a more distinctive variation on this trend. The name evokes images of nature, warmth, and earthy elegance. While less common than the standard spelling, Hazelle appeals to parents seeking a name with natural origins but with a touch more uniqueness and flourish in its presentation.

Among the children named Heaven are the daughters of TV personality Brooke Burke and rap singer Lil' Mo, who also has a daughter named God'iss Love. Some parents have taken to using Nevaeh instead—Heaven spelled backwards.

Honey entered the US Top 1000 for the first time ever in 2024, following the lead of parents in England, who've elevated this nickname-name to the Top 300 girls' names in the UK. Honey's popularity in the UK can be credited to its status as a cute British celebrity baby name, used by actress Kate Winslet, chef Jamie Oliver, and TV presenter Fearne Cotton, among others.

With Journey becoming increasingly popular, it's no surprise that this alternative spelling is not far behind. However, you may be surprised to learn that in recent years, the Journee spelling has actually passed the original spelling in popularity — Journee is currently in the Top 200. This word name may be appealing to parents attracted to the idea of a spiritual -- or even an actual -- voyage.

Intriguing and unusual.

Kaylee meets Hailey.

Variation of Kalin.