30 Unique Lovely Little Girl Names That Won’t Go Out Of Style

If you adore names that are fabulously fierce as well as attractively attention-grabbing, then you'll likely love Amaira. The name comes from the Arabic verb “amara,” which Baby Name Wizard defines as “to command" and "to rule.” Granted, as we know, with power comes responsibility, but the meaning behind this name does add a level of confidence and strength to its distinctiveness that you have to admire.

In an interview with Ellen DeGeneres, celebrity mom Chrissy Teigen told the story of how her love of outer space and the presence of a blood moon during her pregnancy inspired her to name her daughter Luna. The name Luna is also that of the “Roman mythological goddess of the moon.” How adorable would it be to call your little one a “moon goddess?”

If you’re looking to add some spice to your little girl's name, why not make it an homage to a famous hot sauce? We’re not suggesting that you necessarily name her Tabasco, but Avery Island happens to be the home of the popular Louisiana brand. If you’re not a fan of the heat, Baby Name Wizard says that Avery comes from a French word that can mean “Elf gathering.” So whimsical!

Eliana is a beautifully unique name on its own, but is also open to some awesome options when it comes to nicknames. If you like to stick to the classics, how about Ana? Or go off the beaten path slightly and call your little one Eli.

Naming your little girl after a city or state may not be a new idea. with plenty of babies being named Dakota, Madison, and Virginia. But luckily, because of the sheer number of cities and states as inspiration, you have plenty of choices. Consider Savannah, inspired by the city in Georgia. Some famous Savannahs — who unfortunately don’t call Savannah home — include actor Savannah Jayde, broadcaster Savannah Guthrie, and fashion designer Savannah Miller.

Leilani — which is pronounced “lay-LAH-nee” — is a charming name that draws on Hawaiian roots. Combining the “Hawaiian elements ‘lani’ (sky, heaven, heavenly, spiritual; majesty) and ‘lei’ (a wreath of flowers and leaves, garland),” according to Baby Name Wizard, how could you go wrong with a beautifully quirky name that basically means “heavenly flower?”

Valeria has ties to historical figures but still manages to sound fresh and new. The fantastically fierce name comes from an old Roman family moniker, Valerius, which, in turn, comes from a Latin word meaning “healthy and strong.” Those with green thumbs may also appreciate the fact that Valeria sounds similar to the sleep-inducing herb valerian.

There's a bit of a mystery behind the true meaning and origin of Genevieve, which could make it a wonderfully intriguing choice for your little girl. The name might come from a Gaelic word meaning “juniper tree,” while Baby Name Wizard notes that it may be derived from “genos” meaning “tribe” along with “eve” for “woman.” Whatever the origin, Genevieve has a wonderful ring to it that is sure to keep the name cool for some time to come.

Michelle is clearly a popular feminine form of the name Michael, but did you know that Mikayla can also be an option? If you’re looking to go a little less traditional with your girl’s name but still want to honor a Michael that you've known (maybe your dad, grandpa, or brother), then maybe this is just right for you and your baby girl.

Cerys — which is pronounced “KEH-ris” — is “derived from the Welsh ‘caru,’” which translates to “love” in the distinctive sounding language. As well as the emotional meaning behind this unique name, there also happens to be certain characteristics associated with the moniker, according to Oh Baby! Names, such as wise, mystical, and even eccentric.

The name Kyra may seem simple, however, its meaning is anything but. Kyra is the “feminine form of the Greek ‘Kyros,’ a name thought to be derived from ‘kyrios’ (lord) or from the Persian ‘khur’ (the sun),” according to Baby Name Wizard. Having your little girl’s name associated with the “Lady of the Sun” sounds pretty darn powerful as well as absolutely adorable.

For all the music fans out there, Cadence has a beautiful meaning behind it that definitely makes it timeless. According to Merriam-Webster, Cadence is a “point of rest [that gives] the sense of harmonic completion.” When you think of your little girl bringing “harmonic completion” to your family, it's quite moving and would make a super sweet choice.

The name Calista has origins in an ancient story that you can read in the stars. In Roman mythology, Callisto (which is where the name Calista comes from) was a nymph princess, who was accidentally killed by her hunting partner, the goddess Artemis, after Zeus changed her into a bear. After her death, Callisto was immortalized as the constellation Ursa Major, which can be seen in the night sky.

Zara is a fabulously rare-sounding name that has ties to the British royal family. Zara Anne Elizabeth Tindall is not only an equestrian and Olympic silver medalist, but she also happens to be Princess Anne’s daughter and Queen Elizabeth II’s eldest granddaughter. Zara's unique name was actually a suggestion from her uncle, Prince Charles, which is certainly interesting in itself. However, beyond that, having a name that begins with “z” definitely adds a coolness factor as well.

The name Delanie has rich roots, but mainly as a last name and not as a first name. According to Baby Name Wizard, Delanie is from “the Irish surname derived from the Gaelic ‘O'Dubhshláine,’” which over the years, has morphed into O’Dulany, Dulany, and Delany. You can almost picture your little girl skipping through the shamrocks with a name like this.

For something unusual that relates to both ancient mythology and immortality, look no further than the name Elysian. The moniker is an ode to the Elysian Fields of Greek mythology, which was a resting place for the souls of the dead. It was “the paradise to which heroes on whom the gods conferred immortality were sent,” notes Britannica. Talk about timeless!

Fans of Game of Thrones may be intrigued by the idea of naming their little girl after the actor who appeared as a favorite Stark family member. As you may or may not know, Maisie Williams played the fierce Arya Stark for the full run of the popular television series. Although the show ended in 2019, the names inspired by the fantastical series are sure to be popular for years to come.

Do you want your daughter to have a quirky name that's inspired by a mythical creature, but think that Unicorn seems a bit too far out? Then how do you feel about Faya? Baby Name Wizard notes that the name is “thought to be derived from the Middle English ‘faie’" or fairy, which certainly makes this an enchanting name like that could bring a little whimsy to any little girl.

Do you love the sound of Ilithyia? Well, then you'll be interested to find out that it originates from Althea, who in Greek mythology, was the Queen of Calydon. The name Ilithyia bridged the gap between those ancient stories and the mainstream in 2010, when it popped up as a character on the show Spartacus, played by Viva Bianca.

A smooth-sounding name like Inessa lends itself to plenty of equally enticing nicknames. You could have fun with the beginning of the name and go with Inny and Iness, or lean into the last part of the name and opt for Nessa and Nessie. Whatever you choose is sure to be original and wonderful, just like the little one in your life!

Having roots in the Swahili and Arabic languages, Imani means “faith,” but it also shares history with a special holiday. Celebrated on the last day of Kwanzaa, oral historian Kelly Navies explains, via Oprah Daily, that Imani is a day to “believe with all our hearts in our people and the righteousness and victory of our struggle.”

A memorable name that you might not hear all that often is Ksenia, which is pronounced “KSAYN-yə.” The unique name comes from Greek culture, according to Baby Name Wizard, and is shared by both actor Ksenia Solo and author Ksenia Anske.

If you love nature, then the name Willow might suit your tree-hugging child. The mighty moniker is directly inspired by the beautiful tree of the same name which is known for its flexibility. It's also a name that megastar Will Smith chose for his daughter, Willow Smith.

You might assume that the name Lovisa is just a play on the word “love” (which would admittedly be sweet), but that's not quite true. Lovisa actually stems from another name, “Louisa,” which Baby Name Wizard notes is the “feminine form of Louis.”

Ariana is a name that has a connection to both modern pop-culture as well as Greek mythology. Ariadne (which is obviously a similar name) was a figure who helped Theseus “escape the Labyrinth after he slew the Minotaur,” according to Britannica. If that doesn’t interest you, then you might be thrilled by the fact that there’s also a famous singer who rocks the name. We're referring to Ariana Grande, of course.

Myrna is a name that sounds great rolling off of the tongue in more ways than one! Stemming from both Irish and Spanish cultures, each pronounces the multicultural moniker a little differently. Irish folks are likely to say “MER-nə,” while Spanish families might explain that it sounds more like “m(ear)n(uh).” However you say it, this name sounds lovely in any language.

If you’re thinking of adding a little sparkle into your daughter’s life, then Rubina might catch your eye. The name is a fun derivative of the deep red gem known as a ruby, which is the birthstone of those born in July. Does this option sound familiar? Then you might know that this precious name has likely received a boost in popularity with some people thanks to actress Rubina Ashraf.

This heaven-inspired name could be a perfect way to address your little girl. According to Baby Name Wizard, the name Angelica comes from the word “angelic (like an angel), which is derived from the Latin ‘angelicus’ and the Greek ‘angelikos’ (angelic).” Honestly, what better name could there be for your angel than Angelica?

If the name sounds vaguely familiar, then you must be a gamer. The unusual name Tifa made big waves in the mainstream thanks to the Final Fantasy VII videogame in which Tifa Lockhart can be played as the main character. Originally, Tifa came from the popular name Tiffany which stems from the Old French Tifaine, meaning Epiphany, according to Baby Name Wizard.

Cai is relatively rare as a first name as historically, it was more likely to be a surname. Meaning of the Name explains that Cai has roots in Vietnam as well as Welsh, which translates the word as “rejoice.” In popular culture, Sky Ladder artist Cai Guo-Qiang boats the timeless moniker, which is proving to be more and more popular as both a name for girls and boys. So, if you don't know what you're having, this might be the best option for you!