Two Syllable Names for Girls

Eunice is problematic enough.

Daena is a deity in Persian mythology seen as the eternal Law, representing virtue, law, and social order.

From a Scottish Gaelic word meaning "visit", a ceilidh today usually means a gathering with traditional Scottish or Irish music and dances. The spelling could be an issue, depending on where you live... but everyone called Cayley, Kailee and Kayleigh has to spell their name out too.

Variant of Realtin

Tyra would be a more modern pick.

Part Cameron, part Amber, Camber may be a new name but it feels right for our times. As a word, camber means a slightly arched surface.

For girls, Taylin reads like a mashup of Taylor and Kaitlin.

Overly-streamlined Leslie variation holding on at the bottom of the Top 1000.

If you like lispy Celtic and Gaelic names, you may fall for Lynneth. Lynneth has a similar sound to Gwyneth, Elspeth and Meredith and might, therefore, find popularity among those who are looking for an alternative to the rather dated Lynette.

Modern virtue name that suggests agreeability, logic, and intentionality.

A lively boys' name that works well for girls.

Orra and Ora are simple yet rare names with a lovely religious meaning.

Patel is the most common Indian surname in the US, with nearly 10% of all Americans with Indian heritage having this surname in their family tree. It originated in Gujarat, where it is still a popular last name today, and was bestowed upon those in the Patidar, or landowner, caste.

Like the original spelling Micah, more parents each year are considering this name for girls.