Animal Names for Girls

Asella is ultimately derived from the Latin word asinus, meaning "donkey." As a word, asella would have been used to refer to a small female donkey.

Traditional Cherokee choice that could work for a daughter born on a rainy day.

Flower name that is fairly popular in France, but little used (either in this spelling or Camellia) by English speakers.

Fashion designer Liz Claiborne (born Anne Elizabeth Jane Claiborne) make this name a feminist option for girls. She was a pioneer in her field — Liz Claiborne was the first woman-owned company to make the Fortune 500 list. However, the company that shares her name no longer has the same panache it once did, which may deter some parents from using this otherwise inspiring name.

French version of the mythological name Cassandra.

Plausible music hero choice with undertones of Joan Baez's social activist folkie persona.

Emeri is an alternate spelling of Emery which means industrious. Emeri offers a modern twist on traditional names like Emma and Emily. This spelling is used primarily for girls, with just under 200 girls given the name each year.

Bríet, the Icelandic form of Brit, feels fresher and more exciting than the original.

The Spanish word for "shell" is a new addition to the quickly growing list of ocean-inspired nature names.

Diamanta is a version of Diamond that is sometimes heard in France, and does soften the hardness of the stone, but lacks authenticity.

The Irish Brecken is traditionally masculine, but has potential to cross over to the girls' side as Riley, Kennedy, Reagan, and many others have before.