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Unusual Girls' Names Ending in S

Vana
By Vana
Updated Thu May 25 2023
Lots of -s ending names are on trend for boys - such as Atlas, Atticus and Lucas. Not as many are popular for girls, but here are some unusual options.
  1. Artemis

    • Origin:

      Greek mythology name

    • Meaning:

      "safe or butcher"

    • Description:

      Artemis, one of the key figures of the female Greek pantheon, is the ancient virgin goddess of the hunt, wilderness, animals, childbirth, and a protector of young girls, later associated with the moon. Artemis is the equivalent to the Roman Diana, but a fresher and more distinctive, if offbeat, choice.
  2. Carys

    • Origin:

      Welsh

    • Meaning:

      "love"

    • Description:

      Light, pretty and distinctive in appearance, Carys is one of that sweet group of girl names with a loving meaning. A relatively modern name, it didn't come into use in its native Wales until the late nineteenth century, and even then, it wasn't a mainstream choice until the middle of the twentieth century.
  3. Amaryllis

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "to sparkle"

    • Description:

      If you love both unique baby names and flower names for girls, Amaryllis might be a perfect choice for you.
  4. Eris

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "strife, discord"

    • Description:

      Eris was the goddess of strife and discord, turned fairy tale and then popular culture figure Maleficent in Sleeping Beauty. Ironic, as her name sounds so much like that of Eros, the god of love.
  5. Damaris

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "dominant woman"

    • Description:

      In the New Testament, Damaris was an Athenian woman converted to Christianity by St. Paul. Known for her charitable work, her name was a favorite among the Puritans. Having slid off the bottom of the Top 1000 in 2012, Damaris might be deserving of more attention by parents in search of a New Testament name that is unusual but accessible, especially since girls' names ending in 's' are coming back into fashion.
  6. Ceres

    • Origin:

      Roman

    • Meaning:

      "nourishment"

    • Description:

      Little known name of the goddess of the harvest — her name literally means nourishment, and is the origin of the word cereal. A possibility for the parent seeking something original, but with the aura of Roman myth. Her Greek counterpart is Demeter.
  7. Thais

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "beloved, bandage"

    • Description:

      A paramour of Alexander the Great and the heroine of a Jules Massenet opera based on the life of a fourth century Egyptian saint, this name is nothing if not dramatic. Often spelled with a diaeresis or umlaut -- aka two dots -- over the letter i, Thais is a Top 100 girls' name in France and is also popular in Spain.
  8. Lourdes

    • Origin:

      Spanish, Portuguese, from French, meaning unknown

    • Description:

      This name of the French town where a young peasant girl had a vision of the Virgin Mary in 1858 vaulted into the spotlight when Madonna chose it for her daughter, but few other families except for devout Roman Catholics have followed her lead (any more than they've used Rocco for their sons).
  9. Eos

    • Origin:

      Greek; Welsh

    • Meaning:

      "dawn; nightingale"

    • Description:

      Eos -- that's pronounced with a short e like eros without the r -- is the Greek Titan of the dawn. Any ancient name with a sleek modern feel has definite revival possibilities. Eos could be an inventive way to honor grandma Dawn.
  10. Lotus

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "lotus flower"

    • Description:

      Lotus is one of the most languorous of the flower names, with intriguing significance in both Buddhism and Hinduism, symbolizing purity, grace and spiritual growth — not to mention a familiar yoga position.
  11. Persis

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "Persian woman"

    • Description:

      Parents seeking a distinctive New Testament name might consider this one. Adopted by some Puritans in the seventeenth century, Persis was used in the William Dean Howells novel The Rise of Silas Lapham for the wife of the protagonist.
  12. Tanis

    • Origin:

      Variation of Tanith, Phoenician, Native American, Cree

    • Meaning:

      "daughter"

    • Description:

      This obscure name found in Sinclair Lewis's 1923 novel Babbitt is a bit hipper than most other is-ending names like Janis and Doris. Some sources consider it a variation of Tanith, who is a Phoenician moon goddess and fertility figure, while others say it is a North American indigenous name from the Cree culture, meaning daughter. It may in fact have two separate derivations and meanings, but in any case is a lovely and unusual name.
  13. Amoris

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "love"

    • Description:

      This Latin word for love is not traditionally used as a name, but why not? It's got a pretty sound and some distinctive flair. Variants Amori or Amorie can also be thought of as different spellings of Amory, which has a very different meaning and roots. Only downside: Sounds almost exactly like "amorous," meaning in the mood for love, which could provoke some adolescent teasing.
  14. Viridis

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "green"

    • Description:

      Viridis is a medieval Italian name which is also the Latin word for green. This name is a beautiful option for parents looking for an unusual name that conveys freshness, youth, springtime and nature.
  15. Themis

    • Origin:

      Greek

    • Meaning:

      "law of nature, divine law"

    • Description:

      Themis was the Titan -- one of the Elder Gods (or in this case Goddesses) -- of Justice and Order, usually depicted blindfolded and holding the scales of justice. Themis was the mother of the Fates and the seasons. While her name has fallen from mortal use, Themis might rise again along with such rediscovered goddess names as Aurora and Juno.
  16. Lilias

    • Origin:

      Latin

    • Meaning:

      "lily"

    • Description:

      An unusual flower name deriving from the Latin word for lily (lilium), this variant has always been popular in Scotland.
  17. Clematis

    • Origin:

      Flower name, from Greek

    • Meaning:

      "vine branch"

    • Description:

      Flower name that sounds a bit too much like a disease.
  18. Dilys

    • Origin:

      Welsh

    • Meaning:

      "genuine, steadfast, true"

    • Description:

      Common in Wales, but would really stand out here. One of the middle names of Stella McCartney's daughter Reiley; Dilys Powell was a well-known British film critic, Professor Dilys Derwent a Harry Potter character., a witch who worked as a Healer at St. Mungo's Hospital, and was a celebrated Headmistress of Hogwarts School..
  19. Aravis

    • Origin:

      Literary name and place-name

    • Description:

      Aravis was the name of a female character in C.S. Lewis's A Horse and His Boy, and is also the name of a mountain range in southern France. With the rise of Ava, Avery, and indeed seemingly all names that start with A, Aravis may finally reach a wider audience.
  20. Adelais

    • Description:

      Adelais is a feminine name of Old German origin, representing a beautiful medieval variant of Adelaide. The name means 'noble kind' or 'of noble type,' combining 'adal' (noble) and 'heid' (kind, type). Popular among European nobility during the Middle Ages, Adelais carries an aristocratic, vintage charm. The name fell from common usage by the Renaissance but has seen occasional revivals among those appreciating historical names. Its pronunciation (AD-eh-lays) offers a pleasing rhythm, while its spelling evokes images of medieval courts and chivalry. Though rare today, Adelais provides a distinctive alternative to the more common Adelaide or Adeline, appealing to parents seeking names with historical depth and feminine elegance.