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Obnoxious Names For Girls

  1. Daffodil

    • Origin:

      Flower name, from Greek

    • Meaning:

      "asphodel"

    • Description:

      Yes, though it seems so extreme, girls were actually sometimes given this name a century ago; now it is so uncommon it would make a strong springtime statement. Biggest obstacle: the nickname Daffy.
  2. Candy

    • Origin:

      English word name or diminutive of Candace, Latin

    • Meaning:

      "white, pure, sincere"

    • Description:

      Too sugary sweet and inconsequential for a modern girl.
  3. Celestia

    • Origin:

      Variation of Celeste, Latin

    • Meaning:

      "heavenly"

    • Description:

      Celestia is a heavenly name that sounds more ethereal than Celeste, Celestia might make a distinctive, feminine choice if your taste runs toward names like Angelina and Seraphina.
  4. Sugar

    • Origin:

      Word name

    • Description:

      You can call your daughter Sugar, but it's probably best to keep it as a term of endearment. For sweet names, you try Dulcie, Honey, Mitsu, Amai, Sherine, Melita, Eulalia, or Melina, but Sugar does work as a generic nickname.
  5. Rainbow

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "rainbow"

    • Description:

      Colorful, yes, but also probably among the hippiest of hippie names. Holly Madison recently chose it for her little girl.
  6. Carsyn

    • Origin:

      Variation of Carson, English and Scottish surname

    • Meaning:

      "son of the marsh-dwellers"

    • Description:

      A contemporary, feminized variation of Carson.
  7. Majesty

    • Origin:

      Word name

    • Description:

      Alternative to Princess or Queenie.
  8. Skyla

    • Origin:

      Variation of Dutch Schuyler

    • Meaning:

      "scholar"

    • Description:

      Skyla is the most feminine form of the Skylar / Sklyer trend - little Skyla will never be mistaken on paper for a boy.
  9. Hazelle

    • Description:

      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.
  10. Cinnamon

    • Origin:

      Word name, English from Greek

    • Meaning:

      "cinnamon"

    • Description:

      A sweet and rare spice name, which made its first and only appearance on the US baby name charts in 1969 — the year Neil Young's song "Cinnamon Girl" was released.
  11. Grayce

    • Description:

      Grayce is an elegant variation of Grace, a feminine name with Latin origins derived from 'gratia,' meaning 'favor' or 'thanks.' This alternative spelling maintains the traditional pronunciation while adding a distinctive touch. The name Grace originally gained popularity as a virtue name during the Puritan era, representing divine grace and elegance. Grayce emerged as a modern variant in the late 20th century, offering a fresh take on the classic. The name conveys qualities of refinement, poise, and divine blessing. While less common than the traditional spelling, Grayce has steadily gained appreciation among parents seeking names with timeless meaning and contemporary style.

  12. Flower

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "flower"

    • Description:

      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.
  13. Emmalynn

    • Origin:

      Combination of Emma and Lynn

    • Meaning:

      "universal lake"

    • Description:

      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.
  14. Kailey

    • Origin:

      Variation of Kaylee, English

    • Meaning:

      "laurel, crown"

    • Description:

      Kaylee meets Hailey.
  15. Butterfly

    • Origin:

      English word name

    • Description:

      Fluttery and flighty. But there are a couple of names that mean butterfly you might consider, such as Yara and Farasha.
  16. Rachelle

    • Origin:

      French variation of Rachel

    • Description:

      Elaboration of Rachel sometimes seen in France, but more rarely here.
  17. Miracle

    • Origin:

      Word name, Latin

    • Meaning:

      "wonder, marvel"

    • Description:

      A surprisingly popular spiritual name that entered the US Top 500 in 2003. As of 2023, it is still a Top 500 choice, where it fits in with similar bold word names like Chosen, Blessing, and Dream. Miracle is a familiar name in Nigeria too, where it is used as a unisex option.
  18. Pink

    • Origin:

      Color name

    • Description:

      The singer known as Pink (born Alecia) brought this hue onto the name-possibility palette, especially as a middle choice. Could Pink be the next Blue?
  19. Kaylyn

    • Description:

      Variation of Kalin.
  20. Brienna

    • Origin:

      American, invented name

    • Description:

      An amalgam of Brianna and Sienna that doesn't quite work.