Invented Girl Names

  1. Novalyne
    • Origin:

      Modern invented name
    • Description:

      Novalyne Price Ellis was a 20th century writer best known for One Who Walked Alone, a memoir about her relationship with pulp fiction writer Robert E. Howard, the inventor of Conan the Barbarian, which was adapted into a movie starring Renee Zellwegger.
  2. Avayah
    • Origin:

      English
    • Meaning:

      "life"
    • Description:

      An elaboration on popular Ava which was chosen by YouTubers the Banks family in 2019, and subsequently became the fastest rising girl name of the following year.
  3. Bixby
    • Origin:

      Invented name
    • Description:

      Along with Siri, Alexa, and Cortana, Bixby joins the ranks of virtual assistant names.
  4. Zaley
    • Origin:

      Feminine variation of Zale, invented nickname-name, or short form of Azalea
    • Description:

      All baby names can be made more "creative" by putting a Z at the beginning instead of what's conventionally there: B or C or H, for instance. Zaley is an adorable entry in this group, also spelled Zailey or Zayley or Zalee. The Zaley spelling attains a measure of authenticity when seen as a feminine form of Zale, a Greek name with an ocean-related meaning.
  5. Katelynn
    • Origin:

      Spelling variation of Caitlin
    • Description:

      Caitlin, but with the popular -lynn suffix.
  6. Zayley
    • Origin:

      Modern invented name
    • Description:

      Zayley -- which may also be styled Zaylee or Zaylie or Zalie, among other spellings -- is a member of the squad of names that include Bailey, Hayley, and Kaylee and is always welcoming new members.
  7. Malani
    • Origin:

      Invented name
    • Description:

      Girl names ending in lani are one of the hottest trends of recent years, thanks to the lilting and lyrical Hawaiian name Leilani. Leilani has inspired a number of offshoots, including Kehlani and Meilani.
  8. Evella
    • Origin:

      Invented literary name
    • Description:

      Though it doesn't have historic roots--it was created by L. Frank Baum for a Princess character in his book Ozma of Oz--Evella could fit well into the Eve-Eva-Evelyn group now coming back into favor.
  9. Harlyn
    • Origin:

      Variation of Harlan, German and English
    • Meaning:

      "rocky land"
    • Description:

      Modern, feminine form of the rustic, boyish name Harlan. With the popularity of Harley and Harlow in recent years, it is no surprise that Harlyn on the rise too. The name Harlyn was given to 134 baby girls in 2022.
  10. Arleigh
    • Origin:

      Modern invented name
    • Description:

      Softer version of hot Harley or Marley.
  11. Kincső
    • Origin:

      Hungarian
    • Meaning:

      "treasure"
    • Description:

      Kincső was invented in the 19th century by the Hungarian author Mór Jókai for his book A jövő század regénye, "The Novel of the Next Century." It's still a Top 100 choice in Hungary, where it peaked in 2007.
  12. Jenessa
    • Origin:

      Modern compound name, Jennifer + Vanessa
    • Meaning:

      "white shadow, white wave + butterfly"
    • Description:

      This newer sounding coalition of Jennifer and Vanessa is gaining in popularity, though it's still quite rare. Only 15 baby girls were named Jenessa last year.
  13. Binx
    • Origin:

      American invented name
    • Description:

      A playful and whimsical choice for a child that works as a given name or a nickname (perhaps for Beatrix).
  14. Jaylynn
    • Origin:

      Modern invented name
    • Description:

      This spelling of the name entered the US Top 1000 in 2001, rising until it found its apex at Number 487 in 2009. It has since been trending in the opposite direction. As with all her sister spellings—Jaelyn, Jaelynn, Jaylin, Jalyn—we urge you to consider a name that has more substance and doesn't sound like the word "jail."
  15. Imoen
    • Origin:

      Invented name
    • Description:

      Imoen is the name of a character from the video game series Baldur's Gate, although in real life it's apt to be mistaken as a typo for Imogen.
  16. Nellary
    • Origin:

      Literary invention
    • Description:

      An intriguing, plausible name--kind of a Nell-Hillary combo--created by L. Frank Baum for a character in his book The Lost Princess of Oz.
  17. Annaleigh
    • Origin:

      Compound name, Anna + Leigh
    • Meaning:

      "grace + fern clearing"
    • Description:

      Annaleigh is a feminine name combining the classic Anna (from Hebrew, meaning 'grace' or 'favor') with the suffix -leigh, a variation of Lee meaning 'meadow' or 'clearing.' This blend creates a pretty, flowing name with traditional roots but a contemporary feel.

  18. Devony
    • Origin:

      Variation of place-name Devon or invented name
    • Description:

      Devony is a highly unusual girls' name that is occasionally found. While there were no baby girls named Devony on record in recent years, the name has been used over time for a handful of females. It may be a variation of the British county name Devon or a made-up name. Pronunciation follows the same rhythm as Stephanie.
  19. Brayden
    • Origin:

      English
    • Meaning:

      "broad hill"
    • Description:

      One in the currently modish aden family of boys' names beginning to be used for girls as well as boys. The name Brayden was given to 15 baby girls in the US last year....and over 5000 baby boys, so it can hardly be considered gender neutral, but rather a boys' name occasionally used for girls.
  20. Jazlynn
    • Origin:

      Modern invented name
    • Description:

      Less popular than spelling variation Jazlyn. The extra n does not make this name any better. Nonetheless, this spelling entered the US Top 1000 in 2007 and peaked at Number 573 in 2011.