Animal Names for Girls

Classic West African name designated for a daughter with an easy birth.

The name of a river that flows through Texas into the Gulf of Mexico is given to a dozen or so baby boys and a handful of girls each year. The name derives from Spanish río de los Brazos de Dios ("river of the Arms of God").

One not-very-attractive name plus another not-very-attractive name equals a third not-very-attractive name.

A meaningful Yoruba name historically bestowed on long-awaited daughters.

Though rapper Chingy's (real name: Howard) Alzea is a boy, this name seems more appropriate for girls.