Three Syllable Girl Names

Dianella is the botanical name of a small plant which grows across Australia. It flowers in spring with a star-like purple flower which develops into a blue berry. Dianella feels wearable as an elaboration of Diana.

Occasionally heard Spanish name referring to Christ's native village.

In Roman mythology, Justitia was the goddess of justice, naturally. Her name was also rendered Iustitia.

This traditional Cherokee name could easily be borne by a modern baby girl with connections to the tribe.

The Icelandic variation of Móheiðr, an Old Norse name combined of the elements mod, meaning "courage," and heid, "bright."

A merry surname cousin of Kerrigan, could make a lively choice for a happy little girl.

Iolani feels quintessentially Hawaiian, a stylish origin for baby names these days thanks to Malia, the Hawaiian name of the Obamas' older daughter. The initial I is pronounced with a long e sound, as in Waikiki, and the name Iolani has four syllables.

Attractive Turkish name that can also be spelled Arezu or Arezoo.

The Spanish word for hill certainly has name-like qualities and could make a fresh new Spanish nature name.

Might Carlyle (or Carlisle) be the next Carly, which of course was the update on Carla? In 2015, 14 girls were given the Carlisle spelling (vs. 35 boys) but the Carlyle version did not make the SSA list for girls although it was registered for ten boys. But it's a name we think we'll hear more of for both genders.

Hawaiian names tend to evoke sunshine and warm weather — this option is more appropriate for a wintertime baby.

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.

The compound name Joycelyn, which combines the names Joyce and Lyn and also is a spin on Jocelyn, was brought to widespread attention via the first African-American female surgeon general, Joycelyn Elders, who served under President Bill Clinton in the 1990s. Although Joyce and Lynn were popular names in the 1930s and 40s, this name is unlikely to resonate now.

Unlikely to catch on the way the male original has, though it may appeal to some parents as a more formal version of Nina.

Cross between a color name and a La-plus invention.

This form of Charlotte, long obscure, is sure to grow in popularity along with the explosion of Charlotte. It's pretty and feminine and a nice spin on the more familiar version. In Germany, short form Lotta is popular.