Two Syllable Names for Girls

While this spelling is running a close second on the popularity charts to the original Briana, it feels more invented -- probably because it is. Some parents may want to move further away from Brian, root name for all the feminine variations, and so prefer the e versions. But we like the older, more authentic Briana best. Another spelling way: Breanna.

Ailen is a name of several possible origins, one of them being a variation of the Gaelic Eibhlín, or the English variation Eileen. The name had a significant rise in 2022, and was given to 104 babies. This is following in the footsteps of similar-sounding names like Ayla and Aylin.

If you were disappointed that Eithne is pronounced "Enya", you're in luck! The Welsh version really does sound as it looks.

McCarthy is one of the most common Irish surnames, all fair game as first names for American babies, especially baby girls!

Popular in the 1940s and 50s, this strong-sounding name has since fallen out of style in Norway.

Huntley is among the most evenly-split gender-neutral names, while Huntleigh is virtually all girl. Huntleigh is actually more common than the original.

A pared-down spelling of Odette that's currently popular with parents in Hungary. Elsewhere, it may feel like something is missing.

Flanna is an uncommon name for a red-haired girl, not as familiar -- or some would say, as pretty -- as its nickname, Flannery.

Predominantly male choice that nevertheless has a pretty sound and fashionable unisex feel.