Two Syllable Names for Girls
- Nyja
Origin:
PolishDescription:
Niya is an alternative name for Lilith, a demon or goddess in mythology. Niya is still worshipped today in a cult located in parts of Eastern Europe.
- Zettie
- Cyprus
Origin:
Latin from GreekMeaning:
"cypress tree; copper"Description:
This Mediterranean island name would be a plausible choice for parents with Cypriot heritage, or with a special connection to the place.
- Hjördis
Origin:
ScandinavianMeaning:
"sword goddess"Description:
Pronunciation problems overwhelm this name.
- Aifric
- Kalake
- Edmee
Origin:
French feminine form of EdmundMeaning:
"wealthy protector"Description:
Edmee is an antiquated name easily mistaken for the ore popular Esme. In the classic French novel by Colette,Cheri, Edmee is the name of the young women Cheri (who is a male) marries.
- Abria
- Nieva
- Tommie
- Orlagh
- Muzna
Origin:
ArabicMeaning:
"rain clouds"Description:
This Muslim name first appeared on the American charts in 2001, but is a common choice in countries with large Islamic populations.
- Joline
- Evian
Origin:
Variation of EvanDescription:
Evian might sound elegant, if you could forget the water. But no one will.
- Kolbi
- Ionna
- Novah
Origin:
Variant of NovaDescription:
The fastest-rising of the many Nova-adjacent names now fashionable for girls -- Nova, Novalee, Novaleigh -- which could all be seen as either classier alternatives to Neveah or feminine takes on ultra-popular Noah. This H-ending version has a slightly Hebrew air -- compare to Tovah. It's gotten a boost from rising R&B songstress Jade Novah.
- Nayo
Origin:
African NigerianMeaning:
"she is our joy"Description:
A bit masculine in feel.
- Poppi
- Sunbeam
Origin:
English word nameMeaning:
"a ray of sunlight"Description:
A bright and interesting word name, maybe best suited for the middle.