AHEAD: The ultimate list of five-letter names for girls… and which could go viral this year.

If you’re looking for beautiful and meaningful 5-letter girl names, you’re in the right place!

I’ve rounded up every 5-letter name that’s even the slightest bit modern and cool.

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Classic names trending in 2025

These timeless 5-letter girl names are climbing the charts right now, each making notable gains since last year.

Blair

• Name meaning: Field or plain.
• Popularity: #239 (↑43)

Flora

• Name meaning: Flowers or plants.
• Popularity: #684 (↑41)

Gemma

• Name meaning: Precious stone.
• Popularity: #176 (↑21)

Lilia

• Name meaning: Lily flower.
• Popularity: #958 (↑49)

Lucia

• Name meaning: Light.
• Popularity: #109 (↑17)

Mabel

• Name meaning: Lovable.
• Popularity: #278 (↑32)

Maeve

• Name meaning: She who intoxicates.
• Popularity: #73 (↑30)

Margo

• Name meaning: Pearl.
• Popularity: #542 (↑74)

Mavis

• Name meaning: Songbird.
• Popularity: #595 (↑85)

Poppy

• Name meaning: Red flower.
• Popularity: #289 (↑50)

Rosie

• Name meaning: Flower.
• Popularity: #392 (↑32)

Modern 5-letter names trending in 2025

These contemporary names have been climbing in popularity since last year.

Alora

• Name meaning: Modern blend name meaning divine light.
• Popularity: Alora ranks #199 (↑68) and Elora ranks #432.

Arlet

• Name meaning: Modern French variation of Charlotte.
• Popularity: #604 (↑137)

Capri

• Name meaning: Modern name from Italian island.
• Popularity: #572 (↑79)

Emory 🔥

• Name meaning: Contemporary unisex variation of Emery.
• Popularity: #366 (↑102)

Emryn 🔥

• Name meaning: Modern Welsh-inspired name.
• Popularity: #888 (↑1287)

Miley 🔥

• Name meaning: Contemporary American name.
• Popularity: #452 (↑251)

Mylah

• Name meaning: Modern variation of Mila.
• Popularity: #388 (↑52)

Sunny 🔥

• Name meaning: Modern word name meaning cheerful.
• Popularity: #406 (↑147)

Tatum

• Name meaning: Contemporary unisex surname name.
• Popularity: #226 (↑48)

Global 5-letter names trending in 2025

These culturally rich five-letter names are seeing significant gains in the rankings as families embrace meaningful names from around the world.

Alaia

• Name meaning: Joyful in Basque.
• Popularity: #120 (↑19)

Amyra

• Name meaning: Princess, leader in Arabic.
• Popularity: #990 (↑76)

Arely 🔥

• Name meaning: Lion of God in Hebrew.
• Popularity: #837 (↑333)

Avani 🔥

• Name meaning: Earth in Sanskrit.
• Popularity: #840 (↑299)

Azari 🔥

• Name meaning: Helper in Hebrew.
• Popularity: #695 (↑715)

Cielo

• Name meaning: Sky in Spanish.
• Popularity: #859 (↑137)

Inaya

• Name meaning: Care, concern in Arabic.
• Popularity: #736 (↑235)

Itzel

• Name meaning: Rainbow goddess in Mayan.
• Popularity: #364 (↑134)

Selah

• Name meaning: To pause in Hebrew.
• Popularity: #303 (↑56)

Zahra

• Name meaning: Radiant flower in Arabic.
• Popularity: #556 (↑50)

Popular 5-letter girl names

The primary spellings of these names with five letters are ranked in the top 200.

Alana

• Name meaning: Cheerful.
• Popularity: #184

Alani

• Name meaning: Orange tree. Fragrant.
• Popularity: #178

Alice

• Name meaning: Noble.
• Popularity: #65

Alina or Alena or Elina

• Name meaning: Light.
• Popularity: Alina ranks #150, Alena ranks #816, and Elina ranks #874.

Amaya

• Name meaning: The end; pleasant place.
• Popularity: #162

Amara

• Name meaning: Grace.
• Popularity: #123

Amira

• Name meaning: Princess.
• Popularity: Amira ranks #131 and Amirah ranks #458.

Avery

• Name meaning: Elf king.
• Popularity: This unisex name ranks #29 for girls and #241 for boys.

Related: Middle Names for Avery

Bella

• Name meaning: Beautiful.
• Popularity: #106

Chloe or Khloe

• Name meaning: Plant sprout.
• Popularity: Chloe ranks #26 and Khloe is #216.

Related: Middle Names for Chloe

Clara

• Name meaning: Clear and bright.
• Popularity: #99

Elena

• Name meaning: Shining light.
• Popularity: #47

Eliza or Elisa or Aliza

• Name meaning: Pledged to God.
• Popularity: Eliza ranks #116, Elisa ranks #421, and Aliza ranks #659.

Ellie

• Name meaning: Shining one.
• Popularity: #27

Related: Middle Names for Ellie

Ember

• Name meaning: Spark.
• Popularity: #170

Emily or Emely

• Name meaning: Rival or to excel.
• Popularity: Emily ranks #18 and Emely is #423.

Freya

• Name meaning: Lady. Noble person. A goddess associated with love, beauty, war and death.
• Popularity: Freya ranks #136 and Freyja ranks #626.

Grace

• Name meaning: Goodness.
• Popularity: #39

Hazel

• Name meaning: Of the Hazelnut tree.
• Popularity: #19

Josie

• Name meaning: Jehovah increases.
• Popularity: #108

Julia

• Name meaning: Youthful.
• Popularity: #122

Layla or Leila or Laila

• Name meaning: Night or dark.
• Popularity: Layla ranks #30, Leila is #240, and Laila is #312

Lydia

• Name meaning: Beautiful one.
• Popularity: #97

Naomi or Nyomi

• Name meaning: Pleasant or delightful.
• Popularity: Naomi ranks #44 and Nyomi ranks #811.

Piper

• Name meaning: Flute player.
• Popularity: #133

Related: Middle Names for Piper

Quinn

• Name meaning: Descendant of Conn.
• Popularity: This Irish name ranks #85 for girls and #452 for boys.

Related: Middle Names for Quinn

Riley or Rylee or Rylie

• Name meaning: Wood clearing.
• Popularity: Riley ranks #43 for girls and #223 for boys, Rylee is #117 and Rylie is #554.

Sadie

• Name meaning: Princess.
• Popularity: #59

Sarah

• Name meaning: Princess.
• Popularity: Sarah ranks #91 and Sara ranks #189.

Sofia

• Name meaning: Wisdom.
• Popularity: Sofia ranks #12 and Sophia ranks #5.

Vintage 5-letter girl names

These classic names bring back the magic of another era.

Agnes

• Name meaning: Pure.
• Popularity: This Greek name isn’t ranking.

Annie

• Name meaning: Grace.
• Popularity: #202

Celia

• Name meaning: Heavenly.
• Popularity: #829

Delia

• Name meaning: Born on the island of Delos.
• Popularity: This D name isn’t ranking

Edith

• Name meaning: Prosperous in war.
• Popularity: #504

Effie

• Name meaning: Pleasant speech.
• Popularity: This southern name isn’t ranking.

Elsie

• Name meaning: Pledged to God.
• Popularity: #163 (↑25)

Frida

• Name meaning: Peace.
• Popularity: This 2-syllable name isn’t ranking.

Gilda

• Name meaning: Golden.
• Popularity: This old-fashioned name isn’t ranking.

Greta

• Name meaning: Pearl.
• Popularity: #933 (↑36)

Hilda

• Name meaning: Battle or hiding.
• Popularity: This H name isn’t ranking.

Lucie

• Name meaning: Light.
• Popularity: Lucy ranks #40 and Lucie isn’t ranking.

Marie

• Name meaning: Drop of the sea; or beloved.
• Popularity: #649

Mercy

• Name meaning: Compassion.
• Popularity: #833

Molly

• Name meaning: Rebellious.
• Popularity: #208

Pearl

• Name meaning: Gem.
• Popularity: #805

Penny

• Name meaning: Weaver.
• Popularity: #676 (↑52)

Willa

• Name meaning: With gilded helmet, will, desire, protection.
• Popularity: #428

If you like these vintage 5-letter girl names you’ll like these Victorian names.

Aesthetic nature names with five letters

These beautiful 5-letter girl names are inspired by elements of the natural world.

Araya

• Name meaning: Fresh as morning dew. Noble. Sounds like “ray” of light!
• Popularity: #993

Arden

• Name meaning: Great forest.
• Popularity: This nature name isn’t ranking.

Aspen or Aspyn

• Name meaning: A tree with heart-shaped leaves.
• Popularity: Aspen ranks #214 and Aspyn ranks #838.

Briar

• Name meaning: A thorny plant with prickly stems.
• Popularity: #669

Daisy

• Name meaning: Flower.
• Popularity: #110

Dalia

• Name meaning: Branch. Dahlia flower.
• Popularity: #902

Elara

• Name meaning: The 8th largest moon of Jupiter.
• Popularity: This space name is not ranking.

Embry

• Name meaning: Flat-topped hill.
• Popularity: This E name isn’t ranking.

Fiora

• Name meaning: Little flower.
• Popularity: This F name isn’t ranking.

Galia

• Name meaning: Born in waves. Also the name of a cantaloupe melon.
• Popularity: This G name isn’t ranking.

Indra

• Name meaning: Possessing drops of rain.
• Popularity: This name ending in A isn’t ranking.

Ivory

• Name meaning: White color from elephant tusks.
• Popularity: #520

Layke

• Name meaning: Body of water.
• Popularity: This water-themed name isn’t ranking.

Maple

• Name meaning: A tree known for autumn colors.
• Popularity: This tree-themed name isn’t ranking.

Maren

• Name meaning: Sea.
• Popularity: #544

Ocean

• Name meaning: Body of water.
• Popularity: This great mermaid name ranks #826 for girls and #609 for boys.

Olive

• Name meaning: Fruit of an olive tree.
• Popularity: #181

Raven

• Name meaning: Blackbird.
• Popularity: #361

Rayne

• Name meaning: Precipitation.
• Popularity: This 5-letter name isn’t ranking.

River

• Name meaning: Stream of water.
• Popularity: This boho name ranks #193 for girls and #116 for boys.

Saige

• Name meaning: Grayish green herb.
• Popularity: Sage ranks #143 for girls and #422 for boys. Saige ranks #433.

Siena

• Name meaning: Orange-red.
• Popularity: Sienna ranks #140 and Siena ranks #664.

Topaz

• Name meaning: Yellow gemstone.
• Popularity: This 5-letter name isn’t ranking.

If you like these 5-letter nature names check out these sun names or these bird names.

5-letter gender-neutral names

These five-letter names would work for a boy or a girl.

Andie

• Name meaning: Brave.
• Popularity: This A name ranks #883 for girls and isn’t ranking for boys.

Blake

• Name meaning: Bright and shining.
• Popularity: This one-syllable name ranks #221 for girls and #255 for boys.

Colby

• Name meaning: From the coal village.
• Popularity: This C name isn’t ranking for girls and ranks #604 for boys.

Devon or Devyn

• Name meaning: County in South West England.
• Popularity: Neither name is ranked for girls and Devon ranks #907 for boys.

Dylan

• Name meaning: Child of the sea.
• Popularity: This D name ranks #648 for girls and #34 for boys.

Ellis

• Name meaning: Benevolent.
• Popularity: This E name ranks #273 for girls and #273 for boys.

Hayes

• Name meaning: Brushwood.
• Popularity: This H name isn’t ranking for girls and ranks #209 for boys.

Jaden

• Name meaning: God has heard.
• Popularity: This J name isn’t ranking for girls and ranks #352 for boys.

Jules

• Name meaning: Youthful.
• Popularity: This short name isn’t ranking for either gender.

Layne

• Name meaning: Pathway.
• Popularity: This L name ranks #968 for girls and #649 for boys.

Leigh

• Name meaning: Delicate.
• Popularity: This 5-letter name isn’t ranking for either gender.

Reign

• Name meaning: Rule or sovereign.
• Popularity: This regal name ranks #414 for girls and #624 for boys.

Reese

• Name meaning: Fiery.
• Popularity: This name ranks #174 for girls and #630 for boys.

Related: Middle Names for Reese

Rhett

• Name meaning: Advice.
• Popularity: This 5-letter name isn’t ranking for girls and ranks #165 for boys.

Rowan

• Name meaning: A reddish-brown tree known for its scarlet berries and mystical history.
• Popularity: This 5-letter name ranks #233 for girls and #76 for boys.

Ryann

• Name meaning: Little king.
• Popularity: Ryann isn’t ranking for either gender but Ryan ranks #677 for girls and #83 for boys.

Ryder

• Name meaning: Horseperson.
• Popularity: This badass name isn’t ranking for girls and ranks #129 for boys.

Rylan

• Name meaning: Island meadow or rye land.
• Popularity: This edgy name isn’t ranking for girls and ranks #376 for boys.

Scout

• Name meaning: Explorer.
• Popularity: This S name ranks #821 for girls and isn’t ranking for boys.

Soren

• Name meaning: Stern or severe.
• Popularity: This German name isn’t ranking for girls and ranks #544 for boys.

Cute 5-letter girl names

These 5-letter names end in ‘y’ or ‘ie’, making them sound friendly and sweet.

Addie

• Name meaning: Noble.
• Popularity: This sweet 5-letter name isn’t ranking.

Adley

• Name meaning: God is fair.
• Popularity: #765

Emmie

• Name meaning: Whole or universal.
• Popularity: #771

Haley

• Name meaning: Hay meadow.
• Popularity: #687

Heidi

• Name meaning: Noble.
• Popularity: #351

Indie

• Name meaning: Short for India (country) or Indigo (dye).
• Popularity: #579

Jadie

• Name meaning: Green stone.
• Popularity: This two-syllable girls’ name isn’t ranking.

Janie

• Name meaning: Noble or gracious.
• Popularity: This cute name isn’t ranking. (Jane ranks #281).

Keily

• Name meaning: Slender.
• Popularity: #907

Kylie or Kylee

• Name meaning: Boomerang or graceful.
• Popularity: Kylie ranks #207 and Kylee ranks #774.

Macie

• Name meaning: Hill.
• Popularity: Maci ranks #455, Macie ranks #474, and Macy ranks #690.

Maisy

• Name meaning: Pearl.
• Popularity: #791

Mazie

• Name meaning: Child of light.
• Popularity: #958

Millie

• Name meaning: Having strength or being industrious.
• Popularity: #102

Teddi or Teddy

• Name meaning: Gift of God.
• Popularity: Neither version of this fun winter name is ranking.

Dreamy 5-letter girl names

These 5-letter names have fairytale vibes.

Adara

• Name meaning: Beauty, noble, or virgin.
• Popularity: This elegant name isn’t ranking.

Amora or Amoura

• Name meaning: Love.
• Popularity: Amora ranks #362 and Amoura ranks #633.

Belle

• Name meaning: Beautiful.
• Popularity: This name meaning beautiful isn’t ranking.

Dream

• Name meaning: Thoughts and images during sleep. Aspiration and hope.
• Popularity: #335

Fable

• Name meaning: A short story.
• Popularity: This adorable name isn’t ranking.

Fiona

• Name meaning: Fair.
• Popularity: #400

Haven

• Name meaning: Safe place.
• Popularity: #219

Honor

• Name meaning: Great respect.
• Popularity: This 5-letter name isn’t ranking.

Jolie

• Name meaning: Pretty.
• Popularity: #906

Jovie

• Name meaning: Joyful.
• Popularity: #588

Julep

• Name meaning: Rose water.
• Popularity: This fun J name isn’t ranking.

Lacey

• Name meaning: From Lassy.
• Popularity: #759

Lyric

• Name meaning: Words set to music.
• Popularity: #536

Skyla

• Name meaning: Scholar.
• Popularity: #812

Tiara

• Name meaning: Crown.
• Popularity: This 3-syllable name isn’t ranking.

Truly

• Name meaning: Accurate.
• Popularity: This T name isn’t ranking.

Familiar 5-letter girl names

These five-letter names are ranked between 200 and 1000, making them familiar but not overused.

Adele

• Name meaning: Noble.
• Popularity: #823

Amina

• Name meaning: Trustworthy.
• Popularity: #322

April

• Name meaning: The fourth month.
• Popularity: #515

Brynn

• Name meaning: Hill.
• Popularity: #413

Diana

• Name meaning: Divine.
• Popularity: #228

Della

• Name meaning: Noble.
• Popularity: #647

Elise or Elyse

• Name meaning: Abundance.
• Popularity: Elise ranks #274 and Elyse ranks #806.

Holly

• Name meaning: The holly tree.
• Popularity: #450

Keira

• Name meaning: Little dark one.
• Popularity: #571

Kiara

• Name meaning: Bright or clear.
• Popularity: #230

Leona

• Name meaning: Lion.
• Popularity: #518

Liana

• Name meaning: To climb like a vine.
• Popularity: #479

Malia

• Name meaning: Bitter.
• Popularity: #273

Megan

• Name meaning: Pearl.
• Popularity: #694

Nadia

• Name meaning: Hope.
• Popularity: #489

Paige

• Name meaning: Helper.
• Popularity: #354

Rayna or Reyna or Reina or Raina

• Name meaning: Queen.
• Popularity: Rayna ranks #717, Reyna ranks #569, Reina ranks #643, and Raina ranks #925.

Robin

• Name meaning: Bright and shining.
• Popularity: #783

Tessa

• Name meaning: One who harvests.
• Popularity: #323

Tiana

• Name meaning: Princess.
• Popularity: #609

Unique 5-letter girl names

These 5-letter names are either modern inventions, derived from places/objects, or are uncommon variations of other names.

Anaya

• Name meaning: God has answered, look up to God, care, concern, freedom, misfortune, adversity.
• Popularity: Anaya ranks #390 and Aniyah ranks #369.

Aster

• Name meaning: A daisy-like flower.
• Popularity: This 5-letter name isn’t ranking.

Audra

• Name meaning: Noble strength.
• Popularity: This 5-letter name isn’t ranking.

Avian

• Name meaning: Bird-like.
• Popularity: This unique name isn’t ranking.

Dania

• Name meaning: God is my judge.
• Popularity: #853

Egypt

• Name meaning: Country.
• Popularity: This place name isn’t ranking

Idara

• Name meaning: Invented name.
• Popularity: This I name isn’t ranking.

Idina

• Name meaning: Wealthy.
• Popularity: This 5-letter name isn’t ranking.

Ilaya

• Name meaning: Meaning unknown.
• Popularity: This exotic name isn’t ranking.

Imani or Emani

• Name meaning: Faith or belief.
• Popularity: Imani ranks #476 and Emani isn’t ranking.

India

• Name meaning: The second most populous country.
• Popularity: This 5-letter name isn’t ranking.

Jayla

• Name meaning: To ascend.
• Popularity: #355

Jayda

• Name meaning: Jade stone or ‘he knows’.
• Popularity: This 5-letter name isn’t ranking.

Kaiya

• Name meaning: Forgiveness.
• Popularity: #797

Kenia

• Name meaning: Animal horn.
• Popularity: #947

Kenna

• Name meaning: Born of fire.
• Popularity: #751

Keyla

• Name meaning: Crown.
• Popularity: #886

Livia

• Name meaning: Envious.
• Popularity: #824

Marin

• Name meaning: Beautiful place near San Francisco.
• Popularity: This M name isn’t ranking

Meryl

• Name meaning: Of the bright sea.
• Popularity: This name isn’t ranking.

Milan

• Name meaning: A city in Italy known for fashion.
• Popularity: #644

Monet

• Name meaning: To be heard. Also an incredible impressionist artist.
• Popularity: This name isn’t ranking

Myrla

• Name meaning: Blackbird or shining sea.
• Popularity: This name isn’t ranking

Nalia

• Name meaning: Meaning unknown.
• Popularity: This N name isn’t ranking

Navie or Navia

• Name meaning: To name. New.
• Popularity: Neither spelling of this name is ranking

Neely

• Name meaning: Horn.
• Popularity: This name isn’t ranking

Nilsa

• Name meaning: Winner or champion.
• Popularity: This name isn’t ranking

Norie

• Name meaning: Seaweed.
• Popularity: This name isn’t ranking but Nori ranks #900.

Nylah

• Name meaning: Winner or champion.
• Popularity: Nyla ranks #250 and Nylah ranks #382

Posie

• Name meaning: A small flower bouquet.
• Popularity: This P name isn’t ranking.

Rebel

• Name meaning: Maverick.
• Popularity: This R name isn’t ranking.

Salem

• Name meaning: Peace or safety.
• Popularity: #420

Tansy

• Name meaning: Yellow, button-like flowers on a reddish stem.
• Popularity: This T name isn’t ranking

Terra

• Name meaning: Earth.
• Popularity: This unique name isn’t ranking

Trina

• Name meaning: Short for Katrina which means pure.
• Popularity: This 5-letter name isn’t ranking.

Venus

• Name meaning: Roman goddess of love and beauty. The second planet from the sun.
• Popularity: This V name isn’t ranking.

Viola

• Name meaning: An instrument similar to a Violin.
• Popularity: This name isn’t ranking.

Wylie

• Name meaning: Clever.
• Popularity: This W name isn’t ranking.

Zelda

• Name meaning: Blessed, happy, dark battle, strong woman, and gray fighting maid.
• Popularity: #705

Zella

• Name meaning: Blessed, ‘one who knows the way’, shadow.
• Popularity: This great rainbow baby name isn’t ranking.

Zaria

• Name meaning: Radiance, blooming flower, or God remembers.
• Popularity: #756

Zayla

• Name meaning: Mountain.
• Popularity: #800

Zhuri

• Name meaning: Good + beautiful.
• Popularity: This name isn’t ranking but Zuri ranks #203.

Zyrah

• Name meaning: Dawn or messenger.
• Popularity: This unique name isn’t ranking.

International 5-letter girl names

These 5-letter names have strong cultural and linguistic roots around the world.

Aisha

• Name meaning: Alive and well; prosperous.
• Popularity: This Arabic name ranks #379.

Aliya

• Name meaning: Exalted.
• Popularity: This Arabic/Hebrew name ranks #864.

Amani

• Name meaning: Faith or wish.
• Popularity: This Arabic name ranks #619.

Amari

• Name meaning: Strength or eternal. (True meaning unknown.)
• Popularity: This multicultural name ranks #307.

Amiri

• Name meaning: Princess.
• Popularity: This Persian/Arabic name ranks #848.

Anahi

• Name meaning: Immortal, flower-like beauty, one who answers, speaker.
• Popularity: This Native American name ranks #462.

Anais

• Name meaning: Variant of Anna, which means grace.
• Popularity: This French name isn’t ranking.

Anika

• Name meaning: Graceful. Sweet-faced.
• Popularity: This Sanskrit name meaning graceful ranks #928.

Avril

• Name meaning: April in French.
• Popularity: This French name isn’t ranking.

Chana

• Name meaning: God has favored me.
• Popularity: This Hebrew name ranks #607.

Chaya

• Name meaning: Life.
• Popularity: This Hebrew name ranks #607.

Dulce

• Name meaning: Sweet.
• Popularity: This Spanish name ranks #781.

Galen

• Name meaning: Calm or healer.
• Popularity: This Greek name isn’t ranking.

Giada

• Name meaning: Italian for Jade.
• Popularity: This Italian name isn’t ranking.

Halia

• Name meaning: Remembrance of a loved one.
• Popularity: This Hawaiian name isn’t ranking.

Hania

• Name meaning: To be happy. A place to rest.
• Popularity: This Arabic name isn’t ranking.

Ilana

• Name meaning: Tree in Hebrew.
• Popularity: This Hebrew name isn’t ranking.

Kairi

• Name meaning: Ocean village.
• Popularity: This Japanese K name ranks #984.

Keiki

• Name meaning: Hawaiian for “child”.
• Popularity: This Hawaiian name isn’t ranking.

Luisa

• Name meaning: Renowned warrior.
• Popularity: This Spanish/Italian/ Portuguese name ranks #949.

Meena

• Name meaning: A bird or blue semi-precious stone.
• Popularity: This Sanskrit name isn’t ranking.

Nayla

• Name meaning: Achiever. I love you.
• Popularity: This Arabic name meaning love isn’t ranking.

Neela

• Name meaning: Sapphire blue.
• Popularity: This Sanskrit name isn’t ranking.

Nubia

• Name meaning: Gold. A region of Africa.
• Popularity: This African name isn’t ranking.

Salma

• Name meaning: Peace.
• Popularity: This Arabic name ranks #901.

Sarai

• Name meaning: Princess.
• Popularity: This Hebrew name ranks #407.

Sasha

• Name meaning: Defender.
• Popularity: This Russian name ranks #616.

Talia

• Name meaning: Dew from heaven.
• Popularity: This Hebrew name ranks #264.

Tamar

• Name meaning: Date palm tree.
• Popularity: This Hebrew name isn’t ranking.

Valli

• Name meaning: Healthy, brave, strong.
• Popularity: This Indian name isn’t ranking.

Zenia

• Name meaning: Hospitality.
• Popularity: This Greek Z name isn’t ranking.

5-letter variations of popular names

While ranked in the top 1000, these names are alternate spellings of their more common counterparts.

Ariah or Ariya or Aarya

• Name meaning: Air or melody.
• Popularity: Aria ranks #26. Arya is #112, Ariyah is #379, Ariah is #401, Ariya is #579, and Aarya is #989.

Clare

• Name meaning: Clear or bright.
• Popularity: Claire ranks #57 and Clare ranks #823.

Novah

• Name meaning: New. A star that suddenly and dramatically increases in brightness and then slowly returns to its original state.
• Popularity: Nova ranks #38 and Novah ranks #569.

Norah

• Name meaning: Light.
• Popularity: Nora ranks #25 and Norah ranks #201.

Hanna

• Name meaning: Grace.
• Popularity: Hannah ranks #39, Hanna ranks #526, and Hana ranks #755.

Halle

• Name meaning: Little rock or estate ruler.
• Popularity: Hallie ranks #374 and Halle ranks #858.

Sloan

• Name meaning: Warrior.
• Popularity: Sloane ranks #181 and Sloan is #663.

Giana

• Name meaning: God is gracious.
• Popularity: Gianna ranks #12 and Giana is #868.

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5-letter girl names that are past their prime

Most of these girls’ names peaked in popularity in previous decades and, while definitely still usable, may feel less fresh than other options.

Alexa

• Name meaning: Defender of mankind.
• Popularity: #603

Allie

• Name meaning: Noble and truthful.
• Popularity: #503

Amber

• Name meaning: The gemstone known for its golden brown color.
• Popularity: #575

Angel

• Name meaning: Messenger of God.
• Popularity: #523 for girls, #63 for boys

Angie

• Name meaning: Messenger, angelic.
• Popularity: #737

Ariel

• Name meaning: Lion of God.
• Popularity: #519 for boys, #288 for girls

Belen

• Name meaning: House of bread.
• Popularity: #841

Carla

• Name meaning: Strong and womanly.
• Popularity: #963

Carly

• Name meaning: Free woman.
• Popularity: #784

Danna

• Name meaning: Judge or God is my judge.
• Popularity: #295

Faith

• Name meaning: Trust and devotion.
• Popularity: #242

Helen

• Name meaning: Bright, shining one.
• Popularity: #397

Irene

• Name meaning: Peace.
• Popularity: #674

Jamie

• Name meaning: Supplanter.
• Popularity: #782 for girls, #597 for boys

Jenna

• Name meaning: Fair and smooth.
• Popularity: #629

Jream

• Name meaning: A unique modern name.
• Popularity: #789

Julie

• Name meaning: Youthful.
• Popularity: #707

Karla

• Name meaning: Strong and womanly.
• Popularity: #712

Kayla or Cayla

• Name meaning: Slim and fair.
• Popularity: Kayla ranks #324 and Cayla isn’t currently ranking.

Kelly

• Name meaning: Warrior.
• Popularity: #773

Linda

• Name meaning: Beautiful.
• Popularity: #842

Maria

• Name meaning: Bitter or beloved.
• Popularity: #82

Nancy

• Name meaning: Grace.
• Popularity: #942

Paris

• Name meaning: From Paris, France.
• Popularity: #493

Paula

• Name meaning: Small or humble.
• Popularity: #706

Sevyn

• Name meaning: The number seven.
• Popularity: #547 for girls, #784 for boys

And here are some more 5-letter girl names that aren’t currently ranking:

5-Letter Girl Names: Trend Analysis

A remarkable 175 five-letter female baby names appear in the top 1000, making this a substantial category of contemporary naming choices.

Sofia leads the pack at #12, followed by classics like Emily and newer favorites like Hazel.

The sound pattern is striking – a whopping 38% of ranked 5-letter girl names end in the ‘ah’ sound, whether spelled with ‘a’ (Sofia, Clara), ‘ah’ (Norah, Leah), or ‘a’ with an ‘h’ (Sarah).

Among fast-rising names, there’s a notable surge in melodic endings like the ‘ee’ sound (Rosie, Arely).

Nature-inspired five-letter names show particular strength: Hazel, River, Aspen, Ocean, Robin, and Flora all rank, with Flora and Poppy showing notable upward momentum.

Several “vintage” names that were considered outdated a decade ago are now thriving: Alice (#65), Maeve (#73, up 30 spots), Clara (#99), and Mabel (#278, showing consistent growth).

Word names are trending upward, with Sunny making an impressive 147-spot jump to #406. Others like Dream and Reign suggest parents’ increasing comfort with meaning-rich choices.

Cultural diversity is evident in the rankings:

• Arabic: Amira, Zahra (up 50 spots), Amani
• Hebrew: Naomi, Sarah, Chaya
• Spanish: Lucia, Cielo (up 137 spots)

Among these 175 names, several show remarkable potential for dramatic growth.

Emryn stands out with an astonishing 1,287-spot jump to #888, while Azari surged 715 spots to #695.

Avani, climbing 299 spots to #840, perfectly captures current naming trends with its multicultural appeal and lyrical sound pattern. Similarly, Miley has gained fresh momentum, rising 251 spots to #452.

Bright, optimistic choices are gaining traction, with Sunny showing particularly strong movement (up 147 spots to #406).

Meanwhile, Arely demonstrates the growing embrace of multicultural names, climbing 333 spots to #837.

Predictions for 2025:

• Avani is positioned to break into the top 500, riding a wave of multicultural naming trends
• Emryn will likely continue its dramatic ascent, potentially reaching the top 600
• Azari‘s striking sound pattern and steady rise suggest top 400 potential

If you’re considering a five-letter name for your baby girl, you’re in good company – this length hits a sweet spot between substance and simplicity, with options ranging from timeless classics to rising stars.

More baby names for girls

• Cool Middle Names for Girls: The Only List You’ll Ever Need
• 120 Twin Girl Names: Cool Pairings for Modern Babies
• The Ultimate List of Long Girl Names and Nicknames for 2025

The source for popularity data is SSN.

This article was originally published on Jan 20, 2022 and was updated on Feb 21, 2025.

5-Letter Girl Names