Animal Names for Girls

This common Indian name is borne by people such as Anjuli Shukla.

For people looking for an unusual variant of Alexandra, especially one that can be shortened to the ubiquitous Alex, Alistrina might be the name for you.

Its resonant rhythm and positive connotations have led to some popularity with African-American parents, though it tends to have a masculine feel, particularly considering the rise of a certain Barack.

Aubrianna, along with Aubriella, is an elaboration of a perfectly good if too trendy name, Aubrey. The final -anna or -ana or -ella does not improve on the original. But A names of all kinds continue to appeal to the masses.

Arley is a fast-rising surname-name for girls, and Arlington isn't far behind.

A name rarely heard outside Russia; the first syllable could cause problems.

This Mediterranean island name would be a plausible choice for parents with Cypriot heritage, or with a special connection to the place.

Pretty Slavic name, with some obvious pronunciation challenges.

Davi as a girls' name might be considered a way to honor an ancestral David.

Feels like a hybrid of Celia and Belinda, but Celinda is also a Spanish botanical name for the sweet mock orange.