Girl Names Ending in O
- Xalwo
Origin:
SomaliMeaning:
"sweet; halva"Description:
Xalwo is the name of a Somali dessert made out of sugar, ghee, cornstarch, and spices. It is cognates with "halva," which is derived from an Arabic root meaning "sweet." Unlike halva, Xalwo is occasionally used as a given name.
- Ildiko
Origin:
Hungarian variation of HildaMeaning:
"battle, warrior"Description:
Ildiko is a variation of the German Hilda — itself short for Brunhilda.
- Léo
- Itsaso
Origin:
BasqueMeaning:
"ocean"Description:
This striking name is little-known outside Spain. As an o-ending girl name, it would make even more impact than Juno or Calypso.
- Kato
Description:
Hungarian nickname for Katherine that provides a fresh option for parents who want to move beyond Kathy and Kate.
- Yoshiko
- Brizo
Origin:
GreekMeaning:
"to slumber"Description:
Brizo was a minor Greek goddess who was known as a protector of fishermen, sailors, and mariners. She was worshipped primarily by the women of Delos, who set out food offerings in small boats.
- Solo
Origin:
English word nameMeaning:
"unaccompanied"Description:
Solo is a singular word name with special meaning for Star Wars fans. Equally appropriate for girls and boys, it works especially well in the middle.
- Como
Origin:
Italian place-nameDescription:
Singer Perry is long gone, but the beautiful northern Italian lake, best known these days as one of the homes of George Clooney, conjures up a clear and tranquil image.
- Souko
Origin:
JapaneseMeaning:
"frost child"Description:
One of many Japanese options for a winter baby.
- Ekko
- Ivaloo
Origin:
GreenlandicMeaning:
"sinew"Description:
Variation of Ivalo
- Orino
Origin:
JapaneseMeaning:
"worker's field"Description:
Not as familiar as some other Asian imports; has a strong unisex feel.
- Mikko
Description:
Mikki (and Mickie and Micki) are outmoded nickname names or short forms of Michelle: Today's version is Mikko.
- Ikuko
Origin:
JapaneseMeaning:
"educated child"Description:
Common in Japan among older generations of women, rather than baby girls.
- Morocco
Origin:
Place-nameDescription:
The name Morocco is as rhythmic and alluring as the land itself, site of Casablanca and Marrakech. It could work for either gender — Mike Tyson chose it for his son.
- Sadako
Origin:
JapaneseMeaning:
"Child of integrity"Description:
Best known to the West through the story of Sadako and the thousand paper cranes, which tells the story of Sadako Sasaki, this name has become synonymous with peace.
- Zo
- Tellervo
Origin:
Finnish mythological nameDescription:
Tellervo is the Finnish goddess of the forest, who is often depicted milking and taking care of cows.
- Minako
Origin:
JapaneseMeaning:
"beautiful child"Description:
Common Japanese choice with a covetable meaning.