Unusual Girl Names
- Early
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Word nameDescription:
A word that's been used, very infrequently, as a name for hundreds of years. Interesting sound and meaning.
- Earth
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English word nameMeaning:
"earth"Description:
An early African-American name, along with variation Eartha.
- East
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Word nameDescription:
North and West are easier on the ear, but this works fine if it has some significance for your family. Could be lengthened to Easton.
- Eccentricity
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Word nameDescription:
The definition of quirky.
- Echo
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Greek mythology nameMeaning:
"echo or sound"Description:
Echo, the pretty, resonant name of a legendary nymph, was the heroine of Joss Whedon's sci-fi series Dollhouse. Nick Hexum, of the band 311, named his daughter Echo Love.
- Egypt
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Place-nameMeaning:
"the house of the soul of Ptah"Description:
Place names like Memphis, Harlem, Cairo, Vienna, Milan, and Astoria are right on trend at the moment, and Egypt could fit in, thanks to its similarity in sound to the likes of Edith and Eden. Alicia Keys used the name for her son back in 2010, but before that, it was used as a stage name for three famous belly dancers.
- Eir
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NorseMeaning:
"peacefulness, mercy"Description:
So airy, it's almost not there.
- Eira
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WelshMeaning:
"snow"Description:
This Welsh nature name that can be pronounced exactly like the male Ira. Or, to avoid confusion, you could just name her Snow.
- Eirian
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WelshMeaning:
"silver"Description:
A modern Welsh name that will be misunderstood as Irene.
- Elettra
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Italian variation of Electra, from GreekMeaning:
"amber, shining, bright"Description:
Less electric and more serene than Electra which comes with a lot of tragic and psychoanalytical baggage, Elettra is the Italian form that ranks in the Top 200 in the Italian charts. Nicknames Etta, Lettie, and Elle make this doubly appealing.
- Eleven
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Word nameDescription:
If Erykah Badu can name her son Seven, why can't you name your daughter (or son) this? Eleven has recently gotten a lot of attention via the character on the TV show Stranger Things.
- Eliette
Description:
Eliette is a delicate feminine name of French origin, functioning as a diminutive form of names like Elie (the French version of Elijah) or Elizabeth. The name carries the meaning 'the Lord is my God' through its connection to these Hebrew-origin names. With its distinctly French flair, Eliette combines elegance with a gentle, sophisticated sound. Though relatively uncommon in English-speaking countries, it has maintained modest usage in France and French-speaking regions. The name offers a refined alternative to more common El- names, appealing to parents seeking something melodic with European charm. Eliette's soft syllables and graceful ending create a name that sounds both classic and somewhat unexpected, conveying femininity with subtle strength.
- Elinor
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Spelling variation of EleanorDescription:
Slimmed down spelling is well-established and makes an old name more modern, for better and worse. Katie Couric spells her Elinor's name this way.
- Elixevetta
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Hybrid nameDescription:
Elixevetta is part Elizabeth and part Alexandra, and thoroughly confusing.
- Elizaveta
Description:
Elizaveta is the Russian and Bulgarian form of Elizabeth, a name with Hebrew origins meaning 'God is my oath' or 'pledged to God.' This elegant Slavic variation has been used by Russian royalty, including Empress Elizabeth Petrovna who ruled Russia from 1741 to 1762. The name combines classical heritage with distinctive Slavic character through its pronunciation and spelling pattern. In Russia, it often carries the affectionate diminutives Liza or Lizaveta. While maintaining consistent usage in Eastern European countries, Elizaveta has gained some international recognition in recent decades as global naming patterns have diversified. The name carries connotations of nobility, strength, and classical beauty, offering a more distinctive alternative to the more common Elizabeth while still connecting to its rich historical legacy.
- Ellery
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EnglishMeaning:
"island with elder trees; descendant of Hilary; cheerful, happy"Description:
In the past few years Ellery has gone from middle-aged male detective -- from old school fictional hero Ellery Queen -- to a plausible girls' name, a la Hillary.
- Ellyson
Description:
Ellyson is a contemporary feminine name that likely developed as a variant of Allison/Alison or as a feminine form of Ellis. The spelling with 'Elly' at the beginning connects it visually to names like Elly, Elle, and Ella, giving it familiar elements despite its relative rarity. Traditionally, Allison derives from the medieval French diminutive of Alice (meaning 'noble'), while Ellis comes from the Welsh 'Elisedd' meaning 'benevolent.' Ellyson remains uncommon in usage statistics, appealing to parents seeking a modern-sounding name with traditional elements. The 'son' ending, historically found in patronymic surnames, gives the name a contemporary unisex quality that fits current naming trends, though it's primarily used for girls.
- Elm
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Nature nameDescription:
For tree huggers.
- Elodie
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French, variation of Alodia, GermanMeaning:
"foreign riches"Description:
The lyrical and melodious Elodie, a Nameberry favorite, is starting to rise through the US popularity charts for the first time since the 1880s. It's a uncommon member of the trending El- family of names, which includes Ella, Eloise, and Eleanor.
- Eloquent
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Word nameDescription:
If you want to give your child the gift of...gab.