These are the melodic girl names parents can’t stop talking about.

Get ready for a comprehensive list three-syllable girl names for 2025.

Whether your vibe is more trendy, traditional, or timeless, you’ll find tons of ideas below!

Related: Girl Names By Syllable

Popular three-syllable girl names (2025)

These 3-syllable names are currently ranked in the top 100.

Addison

• Name meaning: Daughter of Adam.
• Popularity: #62

Related: Middle Names for Addison

Adeline

• Name meaning: Noble.
• Popularity: #71

Amelia or Emila

• Name meaning: Work.
• Popularity: Amelia ranks #4 and Emilia is #42.

Related: Middle Names for Amelia

Aria or Arya

• Name meaning: Air or melody.
• Popularity: Aria ranks #24 and Arya is #139.

Athena

• Name meaning: Goddess.
• Popularity: #76

Aurora

• Name meaning: Dawn.
• Popularity: #22

Related: Middle Names for Aurora

Avery

• Name meaning: Elf king.
• Popularity: #29

Related: Middle Names for Avery

Delilah

• Name meaning: Delicate.
• Popularity: #52

Elena

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

Eleanor 🔥

• Name meaning: Shining light.
• Popularity: #14

Emery

• Name meaning: Brave or industrious.
• Popularity: #70

Emily

• Name meaning: Rival or to excel.
• Popularity: #18

Evelyn

• Name meaning: Wished for child.
• Popularity: #9

Everly

• Name meaning: Brave.
• Popularity: #69

Genesis

• Name meaning: Origin. The first book of the Bible.
• Popularity: #57

Josephine

• Name meaning: Jehovah increases.
• Popularity: #64

Kennedy

• Name meaning: Helmeted chief.
• Popularity: #72

Leilani

• Name meaning: Heavenly flower.
• Popularity: #61

Lillian

• Name meaning: Lily flower.
• Popularity: #55

Lydia

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

Madison

• Name meaning: Child of Matthew.
• Popularity: #36

Related: Middle Names for Madison

Madelyn

• Name meaning: Woman from Israel.
• Popularity: #58

Related: Middle Names for Madelyn

Natalie

• Name meaning: Birthday.
• Popularity: #63

Sophia or Sofia

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

If you like popular three-syllable girl names you’ll also like these modern names.

Trending 3-syllable girl names

These elegant three-syllable names are gaining popularity among modern parents.

Aitana 🔥

• Name meaning: A Spanish mountain range.
• Popularity: #217

Alina

• Name meaning: Noble. Kind. Bright. Beautiful.
• Popularity: #150

Amara

• Name meaning: Grace.
• Popularity: #123

Amaya

• Name meaning: Night rain.
• Popularity: #162

Aurelia 🔥

• Name meaning: Golden one. Also a type of jellyfish.
• Popularity: #371

Bellamy

• Name meaning: Beautiful friend.
• Popularity: #828

Briella

• Name meaning: God is my strength.
• Popularity: #403

Coraline

• Name meaning: Diminutive of coral.
• Popularity: #724

Emerson

• Name meaning: Emery’s daughter.
• Popularity: #161

Genevieve

• Name meaning: Tribal woman.
• Popularity: #166

Juliette or Juliet

• Name meaning: Youthful.
• Popularity: Juliette ranks #160 and Juliet is #292.

Ophelia

• Name meaning: Help.
• Popularity: #267

Sienna

• Name meaning: Orange-red. An earthy substance used as a pigment.
• Popularity: #140

Vivienne

• Name meaning: Life.
• Popularity: #235

If you like these trending three-syllable girl names you’ll like these long girl names.

Modern three-syllable girl names

These 3-syllable names have a contemporary feel.

Addilyn

• Name meaning: Noble.
• Popularity: #746

Brianna or Briana

• Name meaning: Strong and honorable.
• Popularity: Brianna ranks #152 and Briana is #470.

Cameron

• Name meaning: Crooked nose.
• Popularity: #480

Kensington

• Name meaning: Part of London, England.
• Popularity: This place name isn’t in the top 1000.

Mackenzie

• Name meaning: Daughter of Kenneth.
• Popularity: #166

Melody

• Name meaning: Song.
• Popularity: #103

Milani

• Name meaning: Invented name.
• Popularity: #270

Remington

• Name meaning: Raven.
• Popularity: #419

Trinity

• Name meaning: Triad.
• Popularity: #349

If you like these modern three-syllable girl names you’ll like these southern names.

Classic three-syllable girl names

These 3-syllable baby names have staying power.

Abigail

• Name meaning: My father’s joy.
• Popularity: #31

Related: Middle Names for Abigail

Alexandra

• Name meaning: Defender.
• Popularity: #204

Related: Middle Names for Alex

Andrea

• Name meaning: Strong. Masculine.
• Popularity: #173

Angela

• Name meaning: Angel.
• Popularity: #256

Clementine

• Name meaning: Mild and merciful; or citrus fruit.
• Popularity: #543

Daniella

• Name meaning: God is judge.
• Popularity: #431

Dorothy

• Name meaning: Gift of God.
• Popularity: #467

Eliza

• Name meaning: Pledged to God.
• Popularity: #116

Francesca

• Name meaning: From France; or free person.
• Popularity: #374

Regina

• Name meaning: Queen.
• Popularity: #328

Vanessa

• Name meaning: Type of butterfly.
• Popularity: #304

Victoria

• Name meaning: Winner.
• Popularity: #45

Virginia

• Name meaning: Pure.
• Popularity: #560

If you like these classic three-syllable girl names you’ll like this full list of classic names.

Vintage three-syllable names with modern potential

These old-fashioned 3-syllable girl names are still feeling fresh in 2025.

Adelaide

• Name meaning: Noble. South Australia’s cosmopolitan coastal capital.
• Popularity: #284

Amalia

• Name meaning: Work.
• Popularity: #528

Celia

• Name meaning: Heavenly.
• Popularity: #829

Celina

• Name meaning: Heavenly.
• Popularity: This elegant name isn’t in the top 1000.

Emmeline

• Name meaning: Work.
• Popularity: #948

Fiona 🔥

• Name meaning: Fair.
• Popularity: #400

Georgina

• Name meaning: Farmer.
• Popularity: #770

Harriet

• Name meaning: Home.
• Popularity: This Victorian name isn’t in the top 1000.

Malia

• Name meaning: Bitter.
• Popularity: #273

Mallory

• Name meaning: Unlucky.
• Popularity: #429

Matilda

• Name meaning: Strength in battle.
• Popularity: #437

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Rosetta

• Name meaning: Little rose.
• Popularity: This R name isn’t in the top 1000.

Vienna

• Name meaning: Austria capitol.
• Popularity: #691

If you like these three-syllable girl names you’ll like these vintage names.

Nature-inspired 3-syllable girl names

These three-syllable baby names have earthy and botanical meanings.

Acacia

• Meaning: Feathery trees and shrubs in the pea family.
• Popularity: This tree-inspired name isn’t in the top 1000.

Emerald

• Meaning: Green gemstone.
• Popularity: #744

Indigo

• Meaning: Blue or Indian dye.
• Popularity: #964

Ivory

• Meaning: White color. Substance composing the tusks of elephants, walruses, and narwhals.
• Popularity: #520

Lavender

• Meaning: A lovely purple flower.
• Popularity: This L name isn’t in the top 1000.

Marigold

• Meaning: Golden flower.
• Popularity: #714

Marina

• Meaning: Of the sea.
• Popularity: #573

Sierra

• Meaning: Mountain range.
• Popularity: #566

Zinnia

• Meaning: Colorful flower.
• Popularity: This Z name isn’t in the top 1000.

If you like these nature-inspired 3-syllable girl names you’ll like this full list of nature names.

Literary & mythological three-syllable girl names

These 3-syllable baby names are right out of a storybook.

Ariel or Arielle

• Name meaning: Lion of God.
• Popularity: Ariel ranks #288 and Arielle is #417.

Cassandra

• Name meaning: Shining person.
• Popularity: #639

Cordelia

• Name meaning: Daughter of the sea.
• Popularity: This water name isn’t in the top 1000.

Diana

• Name meaning: Divine.
• Popularity: #228

Imogen

• Name meaning: Maiden.
• Popularity: This Irish name isn’t in the top 1000.

Miranda

• Name meaning: Worthy of admiration.
• Popularity: #576

Pandora

• Name meaning: Gifted.
• Popularity: This great winter name isn’t in the top 1000.

Rhiannon

• Name meaning: Divine queen.
• Popularity: This royal name isn’t in the top 1000.

If you like these three-syllable girl names you’ll like these mermaid names or these Greek names.

Multicultural 3-syllable girl names

These three-syllable girl names have international flair.

Alondra

• Name meaning: Lark (bird).
• Popularity: #524

Fatima

• Name meaning: A woman who abstains. Also means captivating.
• Popularity: #344

Kiara

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

Lupita

• Name meaning: From Guadalupe, meaning river of the wolf.
• Popularity: This 6-letter name isn’t in the top 1000.

Natasha

• Name meaning: Birthday.
• Popularity: #986

Rosita

• Name meaning: Little rose.
• Popularity: This 3-syllable name isn’t in the top 1000.

Sabina

• Name meaning: From the ancient Sabine tribe.
• Popularity: This S name isn’t in the top 1000.

If you like these international three-syllable girl names you’ll like these exotic names.

Unique three-syllable girl names

These 3-syllable girl baby names are a little different!

Adina

• Name meaning: Noble.
• Popularity: This A name isn’t in the top 1000.

Adora

• Name meaning: Gift or beloved.
• Popularity: This name isn’t in the top 1000.

Alegra

• Name meaning: Happy or joyful.
• Popularity: This name isn’t in the top 1000.

Alvara

• Name meaning: Guardian or protected.
• Popularity: This name isn’t in the top 1000.

Amelie

• Name meaning: Work.
• Popularity: #893

Amina

• Name meaning: Trustworthy.
• Popularity: #322

Aubrielle

• Name meaning: Invented name.
• Popularity: This name isn’t in the top 1000.

Calista

• Name meaning: Most beautiful.
• Popularity: This name meaning beautiful isn’t in the top 1000.

Carrington

• Name meaning: A place in the UK.
• Popularity: This C name isn’t in the top 1000.

Damara

• Name meaning: Gentle girl.
• Popularity: This D name isn’t in the top 1000.

Ellery

• Name meaning: Alder tree. Part of the Birch family, Alder trees grow along rivers and on wetlands.
• Popularity: This name ending in y isn’t in the top 1000.

Evora

• Name meaning: From the yew tree.
• Popularity: This E name isn’t in the top 1000.

Honora

• Name meaning: Honor or woman of honor.
• Popularity: This H name isn’t in the top 1000.

Indira

• Name meaning: Beauty.
• Popularity: This I name isn’t in the top 1000.

Kezia or Keziah

• Name meaning: The Hebrew term for the spice tree, Cassia.
• Popularity: Neither spelling of this three-syllable Hebrew name is ranking.

Malina

• Name meaning: Calm or soothing.
• Popularity: This M name isn’t in the top 1000.

Merida

• Name meaning: One who has achieved honor.
• Popularity: This badass name isn’t in the top 1000.

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Odessa

• Name meaning: Long journey.
• Popularity: This O name isn’t in the top 1000.

Reverie

• Name meaning: Daydream.
• Popularity: This great hippie name isn’t in the top 1000.

Tazara

• Name meaning: Elegance and grace.
• Popularity: This name meaning graceful isn’t in the top 1000.

If you like these unique three-syllable girl names you’ll like these names ending in a.

Three-syllable girl names past their prime

These 3-syllable names are declining in popularity and have probably seen better days.

That’s for you to decide, of course!

Feel free to jump ahead to my 2025 viral predictions.

Alberta

• Name meaning: Noble or bright.
• Popularity: This 3-syllable name isn’t ranked.

Alvina

• Name meaning: Noble friend.
• Popularity: This German name isn’t ranked.

Andrina

• Name meaning: Strong and manly. One of Ariel’s sisters in The Little Mermaid.
• Popularity: This name isn’t ranked.

Anita

• Name meaning: Grace.
• Popularity: This name isn’t ranked.

Antoinette

• Name meaning: Priceless one.
• Popularity: This name isn’t ranked.

Belinda

• Name meaning: Beautiful.
• Popularity: This B name isn’t ranked.

Benita

• Name meaning: Blessed.
• Popularity: This name isn’t ranked.

Bethany

• Name meaning: House of figs.
• Popularity: #719

Bonita

• Name meaning: Pretty.
• Popularity: This three-syllable girl’s name isn’t ranked.

Carmela

• Name meaning: Garden.
• Popularity: This name isn’t ranked.

Carmina

• Name meaning: Song.
• Popularity: This name isn’t ranked.

Carissa

• Name meaning: Grace.
• Popularity: This name isn’t ranked.

Christina

• Name meaning: Christian.
• Popularity: #703

Clarinda

• Name meaning: Beautiful and clear.
• Popularity: This name isn’t ranked.

Clarissa

• Name meaning: Bright and clear.
• Popularity: This name isn’t ranked.

Daria

• Name meaning: Possessor of good.
• Popularity: This name isn’t ranked.

Delora

• Name meaning: Of sorrow.
• Popularity: This name isn’t ranked.

Domina

• Name meaning: Lady.
• Popularity: This name isn’t ranked.

Donella

• Name meaning: World ruler.
• Popularity: This name isn’t ranked.

Dorinda

• Name meaning: Gift of God.
• Popularity: This name isn’t ranked.

Erica

• Name meaning: Ruler.
• Popularity: This name isn’t ranked.

Felicia

• Name meaning: Happy or fortunate.
• Popularity: This F name isn’t ranked.

Felina

• Name meaning: Cat-like.
• Popularity: This name isn’t ranked.

Ivana

• Name meaning: God is gracious.
• Popularity: This 5-letter name isn’t ranked.

Jennifer

• Name meaning: White wave.
• Popularity: #517

Katrina

• Name meaning: Pure.
• Popularity: This K name isn’t ranked.

Leticia

• Name meaning: Joy.
• Popularity: This name isn’t ranked.

Lorinda

• Name meaning: Sweet laurel.
• Popularity: This name isn’t ranked.

Lucinda

• Name meaning: Light.
• Popularity: This sun name isn’t ranked.

Marion

• Name meaning: Drop of the sea; or beloved.
• Popularity: This name isn’t ranked.

Martina

• Name meaning: Dedicated to Mars.
• Popularity: This name isn’t ranked.

Melinda

• Name meaning: Sweet honey.
• Popularity: This name isn’t ranked.

Melissa

• Name meaning: Honey bee.
• Popularity: #408

Moriah

• Name meaning: The Lord is my teacher.
• Popularity: This name isn’t ranked.

Patricia

• Name meaning: Noble.
• Popularity: This P name isn’t ranked.

Paulina

• Name meaning: Small.
• Popularity: #777

Rosalind

• Name meaning: Pretty rose.
• Popularity: This name isn’t ranked.

Selina

• Name meaning: Moon.
• Popularity: This name isn’t ranked.

Stephanie

• Name meaning: Crown, garland, or victorious.
• Popularity: #468

Susanna

• Name meaning: Lily.
• Popularity: This name isn’t ranked.

Tabitha

• Name meaning: Gazelle.
• Popularity: This T name isn’t ranked.

Did you end up liking any of these three-syllable girl names?

Predictions for 2025

These names show every sign of being 2025’s breakout three-syllable girl names.

Aitana

Current rank: #217

Aitana is showing clear signs of an impending viral moment.

The name jumped 110 spots in 2023 alone, reaching #217 – one of the largest single-year gains of ANY name in the Social Security data.

Aitana’s rise mirrors the early patterns of Luna and Nova before they exploded in popularity.

Since 2019, it has moved from #581 to #217, with acceleration increasing each year.

Looking at Luna’s trajectory (now #10), similar Spanish names typically take 5-7 years to peak after showing this kind of momentum – timing Aitana perfectly for 2025.

The name comes from a Spanish mountain that represented the last glimpse of home for poet Rafael Alberti as he fled into exile after the Spanish Civil War. He chose it for his daughter, beginning its journey as a given name.

Today’s primary cultural ambassador is singer Aitana Ocaña, who commands 4.1M Instagram followers and growing international recognition. Her rising profile coincides perfectly with the unprecedented mainstream appeal of Spanish-language music and culture in the US, following the path of names like Lucia (now #109).

The name hits multiple contemporary sweet spots. Its three-syllable pattern (Ai-ta-na) matches currently trending names like Amelia, while the ‘Ai-‘ prefix is showing strong performance in names like Aria (#24) and Ariana (#96).

At #217, Aitana occupies the perfect position for viral growth – familiar enough to feel legitimate but still rare enough to feel special.

Most tellingly, its largest jump ever occurred in 2023, suggesting we’re at the beginning of an exponential growth phase.

Aurelia

Current rank: #371

Aurelia has rocketed up the charts, with its biggest jump ever in 2023 (+117 spots to #371).

After barely making the top 1000 in 2012 (#1000), this celestial beauty has shown unstoppable momentum.

The name combines two major trends: heavenly meanings (like top-10 Luna) and elegant “lia” endings (like #4 Amelia).

Its recent gains are actually accelerating – jumping from #530 in 2020 to #371 in 2023, with each year’s improvement bigger than the last.

The March 2023 choice by Mark Zuckerberg and Priscilla Chan for their daughter has given Aurelia major cultural momentum.

This mirrors the name’s dramatic rise in England & Wales, where it has shown consistent growth since 1996, reaching its highest popularity ever in 2022.

Currently at its highest U.S. rank since the 1930s (#616 in 1932), Aurelia shows all the signs of a name about to explode.

Its three-syllable pattern mirrors other fast-rising names like Aurora (now #22) and Ophelia (#267).

The name carries rich meaning beyond its Latin “golden” origin. Ancient Roman emperors’ mothers and wives often bore the name, lending it both gravitas and glamour.

Today, it hits the perfect rank (#371) for viral potential – established enough to feel legitimate but still distinctive.

With celebrities choosing it, consistent yearly improvements in multiple countries, and that dramatic 117-spot jump (one of 2023’s biggest gains), Aurelia shows every indicator of a name poised for a viral moment.

Why these 3-syllable girl names are different

After analyzing over 160 three-syllable girl names, I focused on names showing clear statistical evidence of viral potential.

I looked for specific indicators: significant recent jumps in ranking, consistent year-over-year improvement, cultural momentum, and current ranking sweet spots that allow room for dramatic growth.

Most importantly, I wanted verified data showing genuine acceleration rather than just steady growth or random fluctuation.

While many names showed some promise, Aitana and Aurelia stood out with compelling data.

Other strong contenders like Eleanor (#14) and Amelia (#4) showed impressive success but have already peaked, while names like Cassandra (#639) and Emerald (#744) showed some movement but lacked the clear acceleration patterns that typically precede viral growth.

What do you think? Will these triple-syllable girl names go viral in 2025?

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Final thoughts on choosing a triple-syllable girl’s name

From timeless classics like Abigail (#31) and Victoria (#45) to trending modern choices like Amelia (#4) and Aurora (#22), there’s a beautiful three-syllable baby name for every family.

Nature-inspired choices like Marigold and Zinnia provide a connection to the natural world, while mythological names like Cassandra and Diana carry rich historical significance.

For those seeking unique options, names like Aurelia and Bellamy are gaining popularity while still feeling special.

International selections such as Fatima and Alondra celebrate cultural diversity, while vintage revivals like Adelaide and Matilda offer traditional charm with modern appeal.

Whether you’re drawn to popular favorites in the top 100 or searching for a rare gem, hopefully, you’ve been able to find the perfect three-syllable name for your daughter.

The source for popularity data is SSN.

This article was originally published on Oct 20, 2021 and was updated on Nov 20, 2024.

Three-Syllable Girl Names