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Names Ending in -ly for Girls

  1. Gilly

    • Origin:

      Literary name

    • Description:

      Gilly is a name that's popped up from time to time in different contexts: As a nickname for Gillian, for instance, and as the name of a town in Switzerland. But it's increasingly associated with Hannah Murray's character Gilly in HBO's Game of Thrones, whom Sam Tarly rescued from Craster's Keep.
  2. Sully

    • Origin:

      Irish

    • Meaning:

      "dark eyed"

    • Description:

      A jaunty offshoot of Sullivan, Sully will be associated by kids with the beloved character in the Pixar animated film Monsters, Inc. Rare for a girl, but with a cool surnamey style and echoes of midcentury favorite Sally.
  3. 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.
  4. Tally

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Talia

    • Meaning:

      "gentle dew from heaven"

    • Description:

      Nickname sometimes heard on its own, sort of an updated Sally and playmate of Hallie.
  5. Lively

    • Origin:

      English word name

    • Meaning:

      "full of life, energy"

    • Description:

      Spirited and sassy, Lively could be a feminine leaning counterpart to the trending boy name Wilder. A modern virtue of sorts, it has more energy that Patience, Prudence, and Temperance, and is far less popular than Hope or Grace.
  6. Aracely

    • Description:

      Aracely is a feminine name with Spanish origins, particularly popular in Latin American countries like Mexico. It likely derives from Araceli, which comes from the Latin phrase "ara caeli" meaning "altar of heaven" or "altar of the sky." The name has religious connections, as Ara Coeli is also the name of a basilica in Rome dedicated to the Virgin Mary. Aracely has a melodious quality with its flowing syllables and soft ending. In the United States, the name saw modest popularity in the late 1990s and early 2000s, particularly in Hispanic communities. The variations Araceli and Aracely both remain in use, with the latter offering a slightly more contemporary feel while maintaining the name's beautiful meaning and cultural connections.

  7. Italy

    • Origin:

      English variation of Italia, Italian place name

    • Description:

      Why has it taken so long for us to discover Italy? The name, that is.
  8. Jolly

    • Origin:

      English word name and surname

    • Meaning:

      "joyful"

    • Description:

      This cheerful name would be a fun seasonal choice of middle name for a child born around the holidays — or as a pet name for a dog or cat adopted during the Christmas season.
  9. Billy

    • Description:

      Billy is an unexpectedly feminine usage of what is traditionally a masculine nickname for William. When used for girls, Billy typically represents a diminutive of feminine names like Wilhelmina, Billie Jean, or simply Billie. This gender-crossing usage became somewhat fashionable in the mid-20th century alongside other masculine-leaning nicknames for girls. The feminine use of Billy peaked in the 1930s-1950s in the United States, influenced by figures like Billie Holiday, though the spelling 'Billie' was always more common for females. The name conveys a tomboyish, vintage charm with its friendly, approachable sound. In contemporary usage, female Billys are quite rare, with parents more likely to choose the explicitly feminine spelling 'Billie' to differentiate from the masculine form.
  10. Heavenly

    • Origin:

      Word name

    • Description:

      Heavenly, the word that's become a name, has been flirting with the bottom of the Top 1000 for a handful of years now. Heaven and cousins like Nevaeh have been well-used so adding the popular -ly suffix, ala Everly, seems like a natural progression.
  11. Neely

    • Origin:

      Short form of Cornelia, Eleanor, Helena, or McNeilly, English, Scottish

    • Meaning:

      "horn; shining torch; son of the poet"

    • Description:

      A nickname style name, Neely could derive from the strong sounding Cornelia, as a playful alternative to Nelly from Eleanor and Helena, or as a variation of the Scottish surname McNeilly, with the cool meaning "son of the poet".
  12. Zuly

    • Origin:

      Short form of ZULMA, Arabic

    • Meaning:

      "healthy, vigorous"

    • Description:

      Zuly is the spunky short form of Zulma, and is commonly used on its own, often in the Latino community.
  13. Nataly

    • Origin:

      Spelling variation of Natalie, French

    • Meaning:

      "birthday of the Lord"

    • Description:

      With Natalie and Natalia in the US Top 100, it is not a surprise for spelling variations to gain popularity. Nataly was given to nearly 300 baby girls in 2023 and was one of the fastest-rising girl names that year.
  14. Olly

    • Origin:

      Short form of Olive or Olivia, Latin

    • Meaning:

      "olive tree"

    • Description:

      Olly is used less often as a nickname for the mega-popular Olivia or the stylish Olive than Ellie is for Eleanor or Allie for Allison. That may be because Olly has a much longer use as a nickname for boys.
  15. Timberly

    • Origin:

      American invented name, variation of Kimberly

    • Meaning:

      "Cyneburga's meadow"

    • Description:

      Timberly emerged on the charts in 1960 as an alternative to Kimberly. It never caught on and has been given to no more than 25 baby girls each year since. These days it may also be seen as an elaboration of Timber, an up-and-coming gender-neutral nature name.
  16. Joely

    • Origin:

      Feminine variation of Joel, spelling variation of Jolie

    • Description:

      Sounding both tomboyish and feminine at the same time, this name is mostly associated with actresses Joely Richardson and Joely Fisher.
  17. Shaily

    • Origin:

      Variation of Shaili, Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "my gift"
  18. Elly

    • Description:

      Elly is a charming feminine name that functions both as a standalone name and as a diminutive for several longer names including Eleanor, Elizabeth, Ellen, Eloise, and Eliana. With English and Greek origins, its root meaning connects to 'light' or 'shining one' through its connection to these longer forms. Elly has a friendly, approachable quality with its cheerful sound and simple spelling. While not typically ranking among the most popular names, it has maintained steady usage throughout the decades. The name strikes a perfect balance between feeling familiar and yet not overly common. Its brevity makes it practical and unpretentious, while still carrying the elegant heritage of its longer counterparts.

  19. Cally

    • Description:

      Cally is a feminine name with Greek origins, derived from the name Calliope, which means "beautiful voice" in Greek mythology. It can also be a diminutive form of names like Caroline, Callista, or Calista. Cally has a friendly, approachable quality with its soft sounds and playful ending. While not among the most common names, it has maintained steady usage throughout the years, particularly in English-speaking countries. The name carries connotations of creativity and artistic expression, reflecting its connection to Calliope, the muse of epic poetry in Greek mythology. Cally combines sweetness with a certain casual charm that makes it appealing to parents seeking a distinctive yet accessible name.
  20. Wally

    • Description:

      Wally as a feminine name represents an uncommon usage of what is traditionally a masculine nickname. Typically, Wally serves as a diminutive of Walter (meaning 'ruler of the army') or Wallace ('Welshman' or 'foreigner'). For girls, it occasionally functions as a nickname for names like Wallis or Walburga. The feminine usage gained some recognition after American socialite Wallis Simpson, for whom King Edward VIII abdicated the British throne. The name has a casual, friendly quality with a somewhat vintage appeal. While never widely popular for girls, Wally offers a tomboyish option that contrasts with more traditionally feminine names. Its rarity as a feminine name makes it distinctive, appealing to parents seeking uncommon gender-neutral options with historical connections.