Naming a baby is perhaps one of the most exciting and overwhelming aspects of pregnancy. When I was pregnant, I had a long list of names scratched in a notebook, but none of them ever seemed quite right. I wanted something special: something that would sound beautiful and timeless but not be on every playground.

Mama, you are at the right place if you feel the same! I bring to you a full list of 220 unusual girl names, unique and extremely significant in their meaning, yet breathlessly beautiful in their sound. Full of suggestions that may help you pick that one-perfect choice between a nature name, a vintage find, or perhaps something entirely different.

So grab the hot drink, get comfortable, and let us begin to get some really very uncommon baby names!

A cute baby girl.

Uncommon but Recognizable Girl Names (With Meanings)

This girl names list features names that aren’t super rare but still feel unique and fresh while being easy to pronounce and spell.

  1. Adeline – Noble, kind
  2. Alba – Dawn, white
  3. Amara – Grace, eternal beauty
  4. Annelise – Graced with God’s bounty
  5. Astrid – Divine strength
  6. Beatrix – She who brings happiness
  7. Briar – Thorny bush of wild roses
  8. Calla – Beautiful, like the calla lily
  9. Camille – Perfect, unblemished
  10. Celeste – Heavenly, celestial
  11. Cleo – Glory, pride
  12. Colette – Victorious
  13. Daphne – Laurel tree
  14. Delilah – Delicate, beloved
  15. Eden – Delight, paradise
  16. Elodie – Melody, riches
  17. Eloise – Healthy, wide
  18. Elowen – Elm tree
  19. Esme – Loved, esteemed
  20. Evangeline – Bearer of good news
  21. Faye – Fairy, loyalty
  22. Fiona – Fair, white
  23. Freya – Noble woman, goddess of love
  24. Giselle – Pledge, promise
  25. Harlow – Rocky hill
  26. Harper – Harp player
  27. Haven – Safe place
  28. Imogen – Maiden, beloved child
  29. Indigo – Deep blue-purple color
  30. Iris – Rainbow, flower name
  31. Isla – Island
  32. Ivy – Vine plant symbolizing fidelity
  33. Jolie – Pretty, beautiful
  34. Juniper – Evergreen tree
  35. Juno – Queen of the heavens
  36. Keira – Little dark one
  37. Lena – Light, torch
  38. Leona – Lioness, brave
  39. Lilith – Of the night, ghostly beauty
  40. Livia – Blue, envious
  41. Lorelei – Alluring enchantress
  42. Luna – Moon
  43. Maeve – She who intoxicates
  44. Magnolia – Magnolias, dignity
  45. Margo – Pearl
  46. Marigold – Golden flower
  47. Mavis – Songbird
  48. Mila – Gracious, dear
  49. Mireille – Miracle
  50. Nadia – Hope
  51. Naomi – Pleasant, gentle
  52. Neve – Snow
  53. Noa – Motion, movement
  54. Nova – New, star explosion
  55. Odette – Wealthy, prosperous
  56. Opal – Precious gemstone
  57. Paloma – Dove, peace
  58. Pearl – Pure, precious
  59. Penelope – Weaver
  60. Phoebe – Bright, shining one
  61. Poppy – Red flower, remembrance
  62. Primrose – First rose, delicate beauty
  63. Ramona – Wise protector
  64. Reverie – Dream, daydream
  65. Romy – Dew of the sea
  66. Rosalie – Beautiful rose
  67. Rowan – Little redhead, rowan tree
  68. Sabine – Woman of the Sabine tribe
  69. Selene – Moon goddess
  70. Seraphina – Fiery, angelic
  71. Sienna – Reddish-orange earth
  72. Sylvie – From the forest
  73. Talia – Gentle dew from heaven
  74. Thea – Goddess, divine
  75. Vera – True, faith
A baby girl sleeping.

Rare & Distinctive Girl Names (With Meanings)

These uncommon girl names are unique yet elegant, perfect for parents looking for something truly special.

  1. Aisling – Dream, vision (Irish)
  2. Althea – With healing power (Greek)
  3. Amabel – Lovable, beautiful (Latin)
  4. Anouk – Grace (French)
  5. Apolline – Belonging to Apollo (Greek)
  6. Arden – Valley of the eagle (English)
  7. Aurelia – Golden (Latin)
  8. Aviana – Like a bird (Latin)
  9. Bellatrix – Female warrior (Latin)
  10. Bexley – Woodland clearing (English)
  11. Briseis – Mythological beauty (Greek)
  12. Calista – Most beautiful (Greek)
  13. Cassia – Cinnamon tree (Greek)
  14. Cerelia – Of the spring (Latin)
  15. Cressida – Gold (Greek)
  16. Cyra – Throne, sun (Persian)
  17. Dahlia – Elegant flower (Scandinavian)
  18. Delphine – Dolphin (French)
  19. Elettra – Shining, bright (Italian)
  20. Eliska – Pledged to God (Czech)
  21. Eowyn – Horse lover (Literary – Tolkien)
  22. Eulalia – Sweet-speaking (Greek)
  23. Fiamma – Flame (Italian)
  24. Fiorella – Little flower (Italian)
  25. Galilea – Land of the rising sun (Hebrew)
  26. Geneva – Juniper tree (French)
  27. Hadassah – Myrtle tree (Hebrew)
  28. Halcyon – Peaceful, calm (Greek)
  29. Honora – Woman of honor (Latin)
  30. Ianthe – Purple flower (Greek)
  31. Isolde – Ice ruler (Celtic)
  32. Jessamine – Jasmine flower (Persian)
  33. Jovana – God is gracious (Slavic)
  34. Kaia – Pure, sea (Scandinavian)
  35. Kalista – Most beautiful (Greek)
  36. Lazuli – Blue gemstone (Persian)
  37. Leocadia – Bright, clear (Spanish)
  38. Lilou – Lily (French)
  39. Lirien – Enchanted song (Fictional)
  40. Lucienne – Light (French)
  41. Lunara – Moonlight (Invented)
  42. Maelle – Chief, prince (Breton)
  43. Marceline – Little warrior (French)
  44. Meliora – Always better (Latin)
  45. Mirella – Admirable, wonderful (Latin)
  46. Nerida – Sea nymph (Greek)
  47. Nicasia – Victorious (Greek)
  48. Nocturne – Night, musical composition (Latin)
  49. Ondine – Little wave (French)
  50. Orielle – Golden (French)
  51. Persephone – Bringer of destruction (Greek)
  52. Petra – Rock, stone (Greek)
  53. Quilla – Goddess of the moon (Incan)
  54. Reina – Queen (Spanish)
  55. Rhiannon – Divine queen (Welsh)
  56. Rowenna – Famous joy (Welsh)
  57. Sabella – Consecrated to God (Hebrew)
  58. Sapphira – Sapphire, precious gem (Greek)
  59. Selah – Pause, reflection (Hebrew)
  60. Seren – Star (Welsh)
  61. Severine – Stern, serious (French)
  62. Soraya – Jewel, princess (Persian)
  63. Sunniva – Sun gift (Norwegian)
  64. Sylvana – From the forest (Latin)
  65. Tanith – Goddess of love (Phoenician)
  66. Thalassa – The sea (Greek)
  67. Thisbe – Lover in mythology (Greek)
  68. Tindra – To sparkle (Swedish)
  69. Vespera – Evening star (Latin)
  70. Vivia – Full of life (Latin)
  71. Winry – Blessed joy (Literary)
  72. Xandra – Defender of mankind (Greek)
  73. Xanthe – Golden-haired (Greek)
  74. Yvaine – Evening star (Literary)
  75. Zephyra – West wind (Greek)
Cute asleep baby girl.

Uncommon Yet Timeless Girl Names

The following unusual girl names are timeless—perfect for parents who want something unique but elegantly enduring.

  1. Acacia – “Honorable, thorny tree”
  2. Adelie – “Noble, kind”
  3. Alara – “Water fairy”
  4. Amaris – “Promised by God”
  5. Anwen – “Very fair, beautiful”
  6. Ariadne – “Most holy”
  7. Arwen – “Noble maiden”
  8. Avaline – “Beautiful bird”
  9. Bellamy – “Fine friend”
  10. Briony – “Vine with small flowers”
  11. Calista – “Most beautiful”
  12. Calliope – “Beautiful voice”
  13. Camellia – “Flower name”
  14. Cassia – “Cinnamon-like spice”
  15. Celandine – “Golden flower”
  16. Celestine – “Heavenly”
  17. Cosima – “Order, beauty”
  18. Delphine – “Dolphin” or “from Delphi”
  19. Elara – “Shining, bright”
  20. Elodie – “Foreign riches”
  21. Elysia – “Blissful, heavenly”
  22. Evadne – “Pleasant water”
  23. Fawn – “Young deer”
  24. Fiorella – “Little flower”
  25. Gaia – “Earth goddess”
  26. Galilea – “The province of Galilee”
  27. Halcyon – “Calm, peaceful”
  28. Ianthe – “Purple flower”
  29. Illyria – “An ancient place name”
  30. Isolde – “Fair lady”
  31. Jessamine – “Jasmine flower”
  32. Juniper – “Young and vibrant”
  33. Kalista – “Most beautiful”
  34. Lavinia – “Legendary Roman name”
  35. Lilias – “Lily flower”
  36. Liora – “Light, my light”
  37. Lucienne – “Bringer of light”
  38. Lumi – “Snow”
  39. Lyra – “Harp, constellation name”
  40. Magnolia – “Magnolia tree”
  41. Marigold – “Golden flower”
  42. Melisande – “Strong in work”
  43. Mira – “Wonderful, peace”
  44. Nerida – “Sea nymph, mermaid”
  45. Noemi – “My delight”
  46. Odalys – “Wealth, prosperity”
  47. Ondine – “Little wave, water spirit”
  48. Ophelia – “Help”
  49. Oriana – “Golden dawn”
  50. Paloma – “Dove, symbol of peace”
  51. Persephone – “She who brings the light”
  52. Primrose – “First rose”
  53. Rhiannon – “Divine queen”
  54. Rosaline – “Gentle rose”
  55. Rowan – “Little redhead, tree name”
  56. Sable – “Black, sleek”
  57. Saskia – “Saxon woman”
  58. Selene – “Moon goddess”
  59. Seraphina – “Fiery, angelic”
  60. Solene – “Dignified, solemn”
  61. Sorrel – “Reddish-brown, herb name”
  62. Sylvie – “From the forest”
  63. Tallulah – “Leaping water”
  64. Tamsin – “Twin”
  65. Thalassa – “Sea”
  66. Theodosia – “Gift of God”
  67. Tindra – “To twinkle”
  68. Valencia – “Bravery, strength”
  69. Vesper – “Evening star”
  70. Violeta – “Purple flower”
  71. Xanthe – “Golden, yellow”
  72. Yara – “Small butterfly”
  73. Yesenia – “Flora of South America”
  74. Zephyra – “West wind”
  75. Zinnia – “Zinnia flower”
A cute baby girl with a beautiful dress and hat.

I hope this list of uncommon girl names has inspired you (and perhaps even “the one”!). Choosing the right name is such a unique adventure. Your child’s name will be as special and lovely as she is, regardless of whether you’re drawn to a rare but familiar name, something rare and distinctive, or a totally one-of-a-kind gem.

I’m wishing you happiness and love on your wonderful journey! If you’re still looking for more names, check out my list of 130 aesthetic girl names, and 100 unique girl names.

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