1798 Four Letter Girl Names

Ayan is an African name heard for both sexes.

Ivey can be considered an alternate spelling of the botanical name Ivy, but it also has separate origins as a surname. For the Anglo-Saxon Ivey line, Ivey means "son of Ive," while for the English-Norman Iveys, it means "person from Ivoy," a commune in the Cher department of France.

Sweet multicultural name.

Appealing crosscultural choice.

Although the single-named singer is male, this might be a girl's nickname name or a sleek nature name that's perfect in the middle.

"Bore" and "boring" are teasing possibilities; Thora, Nora, and Flora recommended alternatives.

This big cat name is especially striking with its X ending.

Sprightly and engaging nickname for human, full name for pet. Author Jojo Moyes and dancer/singer Jojo Sliwa have propelled the name into the public eye.

Upbeat name that cheers you as soon as you hear it. One famous bearer is Maori feminist Meri Te Tai Mangakāhia.

Has joined Chanel and Armani on the fashionista hit parade of names. The meaning of Dior is uncertain but it may be "gold".

Not as popular for girls as Kylie or Kyla, but we prefer its simplicity.

Turkish form of Arabic Amal, most popular in the 1980s in Turkey. Its similarity to Emma and Emily make is a good cross-cultural name.

Iria is a diminutive version of Eirene / Irene and is therefore associated with the Greek goddess of peace.

Duna refers the Hungarian word for the Danube River or to the Icelandic term for the down of a duck. Duna also bears a resemblance to both Dune and Djuna. In this era of word names and invented names, Duna may have a bright future.

A short form of Alexandra and Alice used everywhere from Russia to Spain. A fresh alternative to Allie.

Isla is newly popular, so why not Isle?