Invented Girl Names
- Aurex
Origin:
Invented literary nameDescription:
Lady Aurex is a character in L. Frank Baum's Glinda of Oz, a sequel to The Wizard of Oz.
- Zaniyah
Origin:
Spelling variation of ZaniahDescription:
This variant of Zaniah debuted on the US Top 1000 in 2007.
- Blakelynn
Origin:
Modern invented compound name, EnglishMeaning:
"dark, black + beautiful; tender; lake"Description:
A modern sounding choice, blending unisex Blake with trendy suffix -lynn. It could give you the meanings "black lake" or "dark and beautiful".
- Taelyn
Description:
Taelyn is a modern feminine name that emerged in the late 20th century, likely created as a blend of the popular prefix 'Tae-' with the trending suffix '-lyn.' Without deep historical roots, Taelyn exemplifies contemporary naming practices that prioritize distinctive sounds and spellings. The name has a melodic quality that appeals to parents seeking something unique yet accessible. Taelyn began appearing on American naming charts in the 2000s, coinciding with the popularity of similar-sounding names like Kaelyn and Tayla. While not among the most common names, its usage has steadily increased, particularly in North America. The name's modern creation gives it a fresh, unencumbered quality with no predetermined cultural associations.
- Reanna
Origin:
Modern invented nameDescription:
Probably an offshoot of Deanna, lacking much identity of its own.
- Kayley
Description:
Kayley is a modern feminine name with multiple spelling variations including Kayleigh, Kaylee, and Kaley. It originated as an adapted form of the Irish surname Keeley or the Gaelic name Caolaidhe, meaning "slender" or "fair." The name gained popularity in English-speaking countries during the 1980s and 1990s, partly influenced by the success of the 1985 song "Kayleigh" by the band Marillion. Kayley has a youthful, friendly sound that appeals to many parents seeking a contemporary name with Celtic undertones. While its peak popularity has passed in the United States, it remains recognizable without being overly common, offering a balance between familiarity and distinctiveness that many parents appreciate.
- Agyness
Origin:
Invented variation of Agnes, GreekMeaning:
"pure, virginal"Description:
When British beauty Laura Hollin morphed into supermodel Agyness Deyn, she created a name few others would want to adopt.
- Sherlyn
Origin:
Modern invented nameDescription:
This effort to update Sheryl combines Sher- with the familiar -lyn ending. Sherlyn was given to 145 baby girls in 2022, and seems to be on the rise.
- Zaylie
Origin:
Modern invented nameDescription:
Zaylie -- which may also be styled Zaylee or Zayley 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.
- Wyntreaux
Origin:
Invented nameDescription:
The ultimate romantic elaboration of Winter, Wyntreaux feels like it's straight out of a fantasy novel.
- Shanice
Origin:
Modern invented nameDescription:
Sha name, by way of Janice.
- Kaleigh
Description:
Variation of Kaylee and Kali with the popular "-leigh" suffix.
- Zixi
Origin:
Literary characterDescription:
Name of the imaginary Queen of Ix created by L. Frank Baum for one of his Oz books.
- Kaisley
Origin:
American invented nameDescription:
A nouveau creation inspired by Paisley.
- Chevelle
Description:
Chevelle is a feminine name with French influences, deriving popularity primarily from the iconic American muscle car produced by Chevrolet in the 1960s and 70s. The name carries connotations of speed, power, and sleek design. While originally emerging as a brand name, Chevelle has gained traction as a given name in recent decades, particularly appealing to parents seeking modern, distinctive options with an edge of coolness. The name has a contemporary feel with its -elle ending that connects it to traditional feminine names while maintaining its unique automotive association. Though still relatively uncommon, Chevelle has seen increased usage in the United States, reflecting broader trends toward brand-inspired names and distinctive sounds with French-influenced endings.
- Rylynn
Origin:
Irish, EnglishMeaning:
"rye clearing; rye land"Description:
Rylynn blends a number of modern trends: love for name Riley, the addition of the -lyn suffix, replacement of a vowel with a Y, a nature-connected meaning, and a slightly unisex, surname-inspired feel. The name peaked in 2019 when 209 girls were given the name, though recent years have seen if decline.
- Kayleen
Description:
Kayleen is a feminine name with Irish and American origins, created as a modern variation of Kathleen or a combination of the popular Kay and the suffix -leen. The name carries the meaning 'pure' or 'slim and fair' from its Kathleen roots. Emerging in popularity during the 1970s and 1980s in the United States, Kayleen exemplifies the trend toward creating unique variations of traditional names. The name has a melodic quality with its long 'ay' sound followed by the soft ending. While never reaching top ranking status, Kayleen appeals to parents seeking a name that sounds familiar yet distinctive, offering a more elaborate alternative to Kay while maintaining its friendly, approachable quality.
- Emberleigh
Origin:
Variation of Emberly, invented nameDescription:
Emberleigh made its all-time debut on the charts in 2009, rising steadily each year. It could be a future member of the Top 1000.
- Deltha
Origin:
American, modern inventionDescription:
This unusual name belonging to three generations of Deltha Lee O'Neals, the third being a football cornerback for the New England Patriots, could equally--or better--be used for a girl.
- Sanelma
Origin:
FinnishMeaning:
"story, poem"Description:
Sanelma is an invented Finnish name derived from the verb sanella, meaning "to dictate."