Invented Girl Names

Rising star Nailah Blackman is a Trinidadian singer.

Kiari is the middle name of the celebrity child of rappers Cardi B and Offset...and also the first name on her dad's birth certificate. If you like unique modern names, this is an attractive option that's a fresh spin on more established options for both genders, such as Kiara and Kyrie.

Many invented names that end in -isha spring from the Arabic Aisha, an important name in the Muslim religion. The Ta- or Te- prefix was especially stylish for both girls and boys in the eighties. This name may also be related to Tanis.

Part Cameron, part Amber, Camber may be a new name but it feels right for our times. As a word, camber means a slightly arched surface.

Laikyn is a contemporary feminine name that exemplifies the modern trend of creating unique spellings for familiar sounds. It appears to be a variant of Laken, which itself may derive from place names or surnames referring to a lake or water feature. The distinctive 'y' spelling gives the name a personalized touch while maintaining its phonetic clarity. Laikyn emerged in popularity during the early 2000s, part of the trend toward names with the popular '-yn' ending. Though not among the most common names, it appeals to parents seeking something recognizably modern yet distinctive. The name carries connotations of tranquility and natural beauty through its possible connection to lakes and waterways.

Metaria was created for Queen Metaria of the Sailor Moon franchise. Her name is derived from the word "metal" — all Sailor Moon villains have metal or mineral names.

Riverlynn is a modern feminine name that combines the nature word 'River' with the popular name suffix 'lynn,' which means lake or brook, creating a flowing, melodic name that evokes natural beauty.

Kenzley is a contemporary feminine name that emerged in the early 2000s as part of the trend toward blended or created names with the popular '-ley' suffix. It likely combines elements of McKenzie or Kenzie (originally a Scottish surname meaning 'son of Kenneth') with the fashionable ending shared by names like Hailey, Paisley, and Ashley. Kenzley exemplifies modern naming trends that favor distinctive sounds and spellings while maintaining accessibility. The name has a bright, energetic quality with its strong 'K' beginning and cheerful ending. While still relatively uncommon, Kenzley has gained traction among parents seeking something modern and unique but with familiar phonetic elements.

Florinda may be taking a good thing, the name of the Roman goddess of flowers and springtime, and making it too elaborate.

The lynn suffix makes this one of the more feminine spellings of the popular name Jaelynn, which can also be spelling Jaelyn, Jaylin, and Jalen, among many other variations.

On one hand, this may be a twist on the unisex Emery, to make it more obviously feminine - and to make it stand out from Emery, Emory, and Emerie, which all rank in the US Top 600.

More popular than the original form in Puerto Rico.

Name of a feminist air pirate with an evil bent, Sala is also the word name for 'room' in Spanish. Salah is a common Arabic name.

Prior to 2013, this name was unheard of. That was the year that Larry Hernandez, singer and star of reality show Larrymania, gave the name to his daughter. It has now entered the US Top 1000, following in the footsteps of Daleyza, the invented name Hernandez bestows upon his older daughter.

This perfume name, undoubtedly a takeoff on the French word for pretty, has somehow wafted into the girls' lexicon. Too commercial.

A current creation used far more for boys at this point.

Novaleigh is a contemporary feminine name that represents a modern creation combining elements of 'Nova' (meaning 'new' in Latin) and the popular suffix 'leigh.' This melodic name conveys a sense of newness, brightness, and uniqueness. As a relatively recent addition to the naming landscape, Novaleigh reflects the 21st-century trend toward crafting distinctive names with meaningful elements. The astronomical connection to 'nova' (a star that suddenly increases in brightness) adds a celestial quality to the name. While still uncommon, Novaleigh appeals to parents seeking something fresh and distinctive with a feminine sound but without centuries of historical usage or predictable popularity patterns.

Invented by Swedish author August Strindberg for a 1909 poem of the same name, this quirky choice is rare even in its native land but would make for an extremely eye-catching choice outside it. It may be based on Vellamo, a Finnish sea goddess.

Riverlyn is a contemporary feminine name combining nature elements with a lyrical suffix. This modern compound name blends 'River'—representing flowing water, continuity, and natural beauty—with the popular feminine suffix 'lyn.'

Variation of Abilene.