Five Letter Girl Names

A rare Italian name with an operatic connection to the Milan opera house, La Scala.

To most Australians and New Zealanders, using the name Anzac might feel sacrilegious now, as the ANZAC story has become interwoven with national identity. But Anzac was used as a name for both boys and girls on both sides of the Tasman Sea in the aftermath of the First World War. It was often used in combination with other names associated with battles or military leaders - for example Dardanella Anzac and Verdun Anzac (both girls) and Winston Anzac and Anzac Kitchener (boys).

Strong, but cold and soap opera-ish.

Adela is a common girls' name throughout Europe — this version is authentically Czech.

In Greek mythology, nymphs of the breezes.

Possibly to honor Canadian short story writer Alice -- though Alice is more far accessible and--until very recently-- nearly as distinctive.

Nanny, like Fanny, is an old-fashioned nickname not due for a comeback any time soon.

A top choice in Turkey, perfect for a botany-enthusiast.

A respelling of Bowen that gives the option of cozy nickname Wyn/Wynnie as well as Bo.