AHEAD: The ultimate list of “E” girl names.
If you’re looking for a beautiful girl’s name starting with the letter E, you’re in the right place!
There are tons of exquisite names for girls that start with the letter E!
Below, I’ve rounded up every single E name that’s even the slightest bit modern and cool.
For each name, you’ll find its meaning and current popularity—which will hopefully help you narrow down your list of favorites.
Feel free to use the Table of Contents to jump to a specific style, or keep on scrolling and view all of these exciting girl names that start with E.
Related: Boy Names that Start with E
Popular girl names that start with E
Kicking off our list of “E” names for girls with some exciting monikers that are super popular in the United States right now. Most of them are in the top 100.
Eleanor
- Name meaning: Shining one.
- Popularity: #22
Elena or Elaina
- Name meaning: Shining light.
- Popularity: Elena ranks #55 and Elaina is #249.
Eliana or Elliana or Ellianna
- Name meaning: God has answered.
- Popularity: Eliana ranks #53, Elliana is #133, and Ellianna is #680.
Eliza
- Name meaning: Pledged to God.
- Popularity: #115
Elizabeth or Elisabeth
- Name meaning: Oath.
- Popularity: Elizabeth ranks #16 and Elisabeth is #985.
- Name meaning: Fairy maiden.
- Popularity: #15
- Name meaning: Shining one.
- Popularity: #29
Eloise
- Name meaning: Healthy.
- Popularity: #138
Ember
- Name meaning: Spark.
- Popularity: #187
Emery or Emory or Emerie
- Name meaning: Brave or industrious.
- Popularity: Emery ranks #89, Emory ranks #444, and Emerie ranks #598.
Emilia or Emelia
- Name meaning: Excel.
- Popularity: Emilia ranks #40 and Emelia ranks #449. Keep in mind that Amelia with an A ranks #6!
Emily or Emely
- Name meaning: Rival or to excel.
- Popularity: The typical spelling, Emily, ranks #18. Emely is #522.
- Name meaning: Whole.
- Popularity: #2
Evelyn or Evelynn
- Name meaning: Wished for child.
- Popularity: Evelyn is #9 and Evelynn is #327.
Everly or Everleigh or Everlee
- Name meaning: Brave.
- Popularity: Everly ranks #43, Everleigh ranks #94, and Everlee is #372.
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Short girl names that start with E
These endearing girl names starting with E are just 3 or four letters long! Most of them are two syllables.
Eden
- Name meaning: Place of pleasure.
- Popularity: #130
Elle
- Name meaning: She.
- Popularity: #371
Elsa
- Name meaning: God is my oath.
- Popularity: #918
Emmy or Emmie
- Name meaning: Whole or universal.
- Popularity: Emmy ranks #516 and Emmie is #613.
Enya
- Name meaning: Grain or fire.
- Popularity: This girls’ name starting with “E” is not ranking in the top 1000 baby names.
Erin
- Name meaning: Ireland.
- Popularity: #520
Esme
- Name meaning: Beloved.
- Popularity: #398
Etta
- Name meaning: Keeper of the home.
- Popularity: #927
Eva
- Name meaning: Life.
- Popularity: #93
Eve or Evie
- Name meaning: Life.
- Popularity: Eve ranks #471 and Evie ranks #319.
If you like these short girl names that start with E, you might also like this list of one-syllable girl names.
Gender-neutral names that start with E
Non-binary names are definitely “in” right now, and I’m all about this! Here are some cool options that start with the letter E…
Eastyn
- Name meaning: From the east town.
- Popularity: This “E” name is not currently popular for baby girls. The name Easton ranks #73 for boys.
Egypt
- Name meaning: Country.
- Popularity: #931
Elliott or Elliot
- Name meaning: The Lord is my God.
- Popularity: Elliott ranks #479 and Elliot is #574. (For boys, Elliott ranks #158 and Eliot is #164).
Ellis
- Name meaning: Benevolent.
- Popularity: This “E” name ranks #623 for girls and #325 for boys.
Ellison
- Name meaning: Child of Elias.
- Popularity: #902
Emerald
- Name meaning: Green gemstone.
- Popularity: #957
Emerson or Emersyn
- Name meaning: Emery’s daughter.
- Popularity: Emerson ranks #155 and Emersyn is #64. For boys, Emerson ranks #267.
Emsley
- Name meaning: From Elmwood.
- Popularity: This “E” name is not ranking in the top 1000 baby names.
Ezra
- Name meaning: Help.
- Popularity: This “E” name ranks #721 for girls and #44 for boys.
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Spiritual girl names that start with E
These enchanting girl names with E as the first letter are perfect for parents who believe that their precious daughter was sent from above.
Elisa
- Name meaning: Pledged to God.
- Popularity: #511
Elora
- Name meaning: God is my light.
- Popularity: #635
Elsie
- Name meaning: Pledged to God.
- Popularity: #814
Emani
- Name meaning: Faith.
- Popularity: #978
Esperanza
- Name meaning: Hope.
- Popularity: #947
Evangeline
- Name meaning: Bearer of good news.
- Popularity: #263
Evianna
- Name meaning: God is gracious.
- Popularity: This baby name that starts with the letter “E” is not currently popular for girls in the U.S.
If you like these spiritual baby girl names that start with E, you might also like this list of names that mean graceful or these names for rainbow babies.
Unique girl names that start with E
Here are some eclectic baby names starting with E that are uncommon without being too eccentric…
Effie
- Name meaning: Pleasant speech.
- Popularity: This girls’ “E” name is not ranking in the top 1000 baby names.
Elara
- Name meaning: The 8th largest moon of Jupiter. In Greek mythology, Elara was the name of one of Zeus’s lovers and the mother of the giant Tityos.
- Popularity: This space name is not ranking.
Elina
- Name meaning: Sunray.
- Popularity: #971
Ellery
- Name meaning: Alder tree.
- Popularity: This girls’ name beginning with “E” is not currently popular for baby girls in the U.S.
Elodie
- Name meaning: Wealth.
- Popularity: #701
Elowen or Elowyn
- Name meaning: Elm tree. A tall, fast-growing deciduous tree with an impressive shape.
- Popularity: This tree baby name is not currently ranking in the top 1000.
Emberly
- Name meaning: Spark.
- Popularity: #554
Embry
- Name meaning: Flat-topped hill.
- Popularity: This “E” name is not currently popular for baby girls in the U.S.
Emmeline or Emmalyn or Emmalynn
- Name meaning: Work.
- Popularity: Emmeline ranks #873, Emmalyn is #712, and Emmalynn is #986.
Ensley
- Name meaning: Her own meadow.
- Popularity: #588
Esmeralda
- Name meaning: Emerald.
- Popularity: #395
Evette
- Name meaning: Life.
- Popularity: This girls’ name starting with “E” is not ranking in the top 1000 baby names.
If you like uncommon girl names with E as the first letter, you might also like this list of space names or these edgy names.
Timeless girl names that start with E
Last but not least, these timeless girl names that start with E have stood the test of time. They don’t tend to evoke any particular decade.
Edith
- Name meaning: Prosperous in war.
- Popularity: #473
Eileen
- Name meaning: Desired.
- Popularity: #700
Elaine
- Name meaning: Shining light.
- Popularity: #519
Ellen
- Name meaning: Light.
- Popularity: #804
Elyse or Elise
- Name meaning: Abundance.
- Popularity: Elyse ranks #718 and Elise is #212.
Erica
- Name meaning: Ruler.
- Popularity: This “E” name hasn’t ranked since 2018.
Estelle or Estella or Estrella
- Name meaning: Star.
- Popularity: The space name Estelle ranks #799, Estella ranks #731, and Estrella ranks #742.
Esther
- Name meaning: Star.
- Popularity: #153
If you like these timeless girl names that begin with the letter E, you might also like this list of Victorian girl names.
More baby names for girls
Before we get to middle name ideas, here are a few related articles that may be helpful if you’re still looking for the perfect name.
Middle name ideas for “E” girl names
Here are some beautiful first + middle name combinations for a first name that starts with E.
| Eastyn Penelope Eden Alexandra Edith Blaire Effie Teagan Egypt Lavender Eileen Addison Elaine Sutton Eleanor Madelyn Elena Hart Eliana Juliette Elina Blake Elisa Belle Eliza Avery Elizabeth Scarlett Ella Hailey Elle Paisley Ellery Jade Ellie Lane Elliott Sage Ellis Blakely Ellison Piper Elodie Meadow Eloise Bryn Elora Marin Elsa Marie Elsie Magnolia Elyse Victoria Emani Grace Ember Rose Emberly Brooke |
Embry Reagan Emelia Hadley Emerald Olivia Emerson Reese Emery Mia Emilia Aubrey Emily Madison Emma Hazel Emmeline Harper Emmy Sophia Emsley Faye Ensley Lennox Enya Lark Erica Sadie Erin Paige Esme Abigail Esmeralda Grace Esperanza Rose Estella Brooke Esther Sophie Etta Oakley Eva Mackenzie Evangeline Jules Eve Rylan Evelyn Charlotte Everleigh Violet Evette Brinley Evianna Sage Evie Lilianna Ezra Phoenix |
Final thoughts on girl names with E as the first letter
Perhaps you’re planning to honor a family member whose name begins (or began) with the letter E.
Or you’ve got an “E” theme for your kids’ names.
Or maybe you just happen to like the letter E.
No matter the reason, a lot can go into the decision of choosing a baby name. There are many factors to consider, including how it will sound with your last name, what it means, how popular it is, and of course whether your partner is on the same page.
My best advice to you is to narrow down your list of favorites and save them on a list on your phone. Read the list over every day. One by one, erase any name that doesn’t excite you as much as the others. If you do this enough times, eventually you’ll get to ‘the one’!
Congratulations and good luck choosing the perfect girl name that starts with the letter E!
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