250 CUTE BUT UNCOMMON BABY GIRL NAMES

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7th Jun 2023

Picking the right name for your baby is essential and a major decision to make at the best of times. But if you are searching for uncommon girls names it can be even more difficult to find anything suitable.

If you have been struggling to find cute uncommon baby girl names that you love, we are here to help!

We have gathered together more than 250 uncommon baby girl names and their meanings to make it much easier for you to find the perfect name for your little one.

Cute uncommon baby girl names

Addison

Addison may mean ‘son of Adam’ but it is a cute-sounding name for girls, and a great choice if you are looking for a strong-sounding baby girl’s name.

Aiofe

Aiofe is a name of Irish origin meaning ‘warrior princess.’

Aisha

This Arabic name means ‘alive.’

Alba

Alba is a cute girl’s name and also the Scottish Gaelic name for Scotland. When used as a girl’s name Alba means ‘white.’

Alda

This German name means ‘prosperous.’

Alina

Alina is a name of Russian origin meaning ‘noble.’

Allegra

This musical name is of Italian origin and means ‘full of life.’

Amaya

Amaya is a name of both Japanese and Spanish origin. The name’s Japanese meaning is ‘mother city’ and ‘night rain.’

Amethyst

This precious purple stone makes for a super uncommon, but cute baby name.

Anais

Anais originates from France and means ‘gracious.’

Annalise

This pretty name is of German origin and means ‘grace.’

Anastacia

Meaning ‘resurrection,’ Anastacia is a name of Greek origin.

Anouk

Anouk is a Hebrew name and means ‘grace’ and ‘favour.’

Antalya

This pretty name is of Greek origin and means ‘break of day.’

Apple

This fruity name was chosen by Gwyneth Paltrow and Chris Martin for their daughter.

Apricity

Apricity is actually an old English word that means ‘the warmth of the sun in winter,’ but it also makes a cute, uncommon baby girl name.

Arabella

This Latin name means ‘yielding to prayer.’

Ariadne

This pretty name is of Greek origin and means ‘most holy.’

Ariana

Ariana is a name of Italian origin, and like Ariadne above, also means ‘most holy.’

Artemis

Artemis is inspired by Greek mythology. Artemis is the goddess of the moon and chastity.

Asha

Asha is a cute girl’s name which means ‘life’ in Swahili and ‘wish’ in Sanskrit.

Aster

Aster is an Ancient Greek name meaning ‘star.’

Astrid

This Scandinavian name means ‘divinely beautiful.’

Atlanta

Atlanta is derived from the Greek name ‘Atalanta’ and means ‘secure’ and ‘unswaying.’

Aubrey

Aubrey is a super cute baby girl name with an equally cute meaning of ‘elf ruler.’

August

Princess Eugenie may have named her son August, but we think it works really well as a unisex name. August has German origins and means ‘great’ and ‘magnificent.’

Aurelia

This gorgeous Latin name means ‘golden.’

Aurelie

Aurelie offers a French take on the name Aurelia to give the name a softer feel.

Aurora

Aurora is a Latin name meaning ‘dawn.’

Autumn

Autumn is a perfect name for little ones born in this season.

Avery

Avery is a name of English origin meaning ‘ruler of the elves.’

Avalon

Avalon is a Celtic name meaning ‘island of apples.’

Ayesha

This Arabic name means ‘alive’ and ‘she who lives.’

Bailey

Bailey is a unisex name that means ‘law enforcer.’

Bay

Bay is a cute, but uncommon name for girls meaning ‘berry’ and is of Latin origin.

Beau

Beau is a name of French origin meaning ‘beautiful,’ but its use as girl’s name is less common in the United Kingdom.

Billie

Billie is an English name with a strong meaning of ‘resolute protector.’

Birdie

Meaning ‘bird’ the name Birdie is more than just a cute nickname and a great baby name choice.

Blair

Blair is a Scottish name and means ‘dweller on the plain.’

Blake

The name Blake is of old English origin and means ‘black.’ The American Actress Blake Lively is one of the most famous bearers of this unusual name for girls.

Blossom

Blossom is such a cute name, but not too popular at the moment, making it ideal if you want an uncommon floral name for your baby girl.

Blue

We don’t know many babies called Blue, but if it is good enough for Beyonce, it’s good enough for us!

Bobbi

Bobbi a name of English origin and means ‘fame’ and ‘bright.’

Brea

This short but sweet name means ‘hill,’ and is believed to be of English origin.

Briar

Briar is a cute name of English origin and means ‘thorny patch.’

Bronte

If you are a fan of classic literature Bronte is a perfect name choice and means ‘thunder.’

Brooke

The name Brooke has old English origins and means ‘small stream.’

Calista

This name of Greek origins means ‘most beautiful.’

Cameron

Cameron is a Scottish name, which is ideal for use as an uncommon girl’s name and means ‘crooked nose.’

Camille

This French name means ‘attendant.’

Caprice

Caprice is a name that is also of French origin meaning ‘whimsical’ and ‘impulsive.’

Celeste

Celeste is a name you rarely hear used for babies and means ‘heavenly.’

Cherry

Cherry is a super cute and means ‘dear one.’

Clemency

Clemency is an English name meaning ‘merciful.’

Clementine

This fruity name is certainly one of the cutest baby girl names on this list and means ‘mild’ and ‘gentle.’

Cleo

The name Cleo is a name of Greek origin meaning ‘the celebrated one’ and ‘glory.’

Clover

This old English flower name means ‘key.’

Coco

Coco may usually be used as a nickname, but it also makes a cute first name for a baby girl.

Constance

Constance is a name of Latin origin meaning ‘steadfastness’ and is a great option if you like the idea of choosing uncommon old fashioned baby girl names.

Coral

Coral is a pretty name for a baby girl and is taken from the pretty pinky orange-coloured marine invertebrates.

Cosima

Cosima is a name of Greek origin and means ‘order.’

Dahlia

This pretty flower name has a Scandinavian origin and was actually named for a Swedish botanist and translates as ‘Dahl’s flower.’

Dakota

This cool name for a baby girl is of Native American origin and means ‘friend’ or ‘ally.’

Delilah

Delilah is a Hebrew name meaning ‘delicate.’

Della

This name of German origin means ‘noble.’

Delphi

Delphi is a name with Greek origins and means ‘hollow.’

Dove

Dove is a unique name and could be used to symbolize peace and harmony.

Drew

Drew is a name with Scottish origins and means ‘strong’ and ‘wise’ – it’s the perfect choice if you are looking for uncommon Scottish baby girl names.

Dulcie

Dulcie is a name of Latin origin and means ‘sweet.’

Dylan

Dylan is a Welsh name often used for boys, but makes a super cute choice for a girl. Dylan means ‘born from the sea’ and ‘born from waves.’

Eden

This biblical name has Hebrew origins and means ‘place of pleasure.’

Elodie

Elodie is a French girl’s name meaning ‘riches.’

Ember

Just like the word, the name Ember also means ‘spark’ and ‘burning low.’

Emerson

Emerson is derived from the old English meaning ‘Emery’s son’ and ‘brave.’

Enya

The name Enya may immediately make you think of the Irish singer-songwriter but it is a pretty uncommon name choice and means ‘grain.’

Estella

Estella is a sweet, yet uncommon name meaning ‘star’ and is of French origin.

Etta

This uncommon baby name means ‘keeper of the hearth.’

Everly

Everly is a cute name with an unusual meaning of ‘wild boar in a woodland clearing.’

Farrah

Farrah is an Arabic name meaning ‘happiness.’

Flavia

Flavia is an Italian name meaning ‘golden.’

Flora

This short but sweet name means ‘flower.’

Florence

Florence is a Latin name meaning ‘flourishing.’

Gaia

Gaia is a name of Greek origin meaning ‘earth mother.’

Geneva

As well as being a city in Switzerland, Geneva is also a pretty girl’s name originating from France and means ‘juniper tree.’

Gigi

The name Gigi originates from France and has a few different meanings including ‘God is gracious’ and ‘farmer.’

Goldie

Goldie is a perfect name for your precious little one.

Greta

Get inspired by Greta Thunberg with this German name meaning ‘pearl.’

Hadley

Hadley is an uncommon name of English origin and means ‘heather field.’

Halle

The Scandinavian meaning of Halle is ‘heroine,’ while the German meaning is ‘home ruler,’ but either way this is a name with a strong meaning.

Harley

Harley is an old English name meaning ‘wood’ or ‘meadow.’

Harlow

This old English name means ‘rocky hill.’

Harmony

This peaceful, positive name is a great choice for a little one.

Hazel

Hazel is an English name inspired by the hazel tree.

Hera

The name Hera hails from Ancient Greece and is believed to mean ‘queen of heaven.’

Hero

This bold, brave name comes straight from Ancient Greece.

Hayden

Commonly used as a boy’s name, Hayden is also an excellent unusual girl’s name. Hayden is an English name and means ‘heather-grown hill.’

Hermione

Hermione is the perfect Harry Potter-inspired name for wizarding fans and means ‘messenger.’

Honor

Honor is a virtue name that is pretty uncommon, but certainly cute.

Hope

This positive sounding name needs no explanation, and is a great choice for a baby girl.

Indigo

Meaning ‘Indian dye’ this colour name is a cheerful choice for a baby girl.

Ines

Ines is a Spanish name and means ‘pure.’

Iola

Iola is a name that originates from Ancient Greece and means ‘violet-coloured dawn.’

Iris

Iris is derived from the Greek goddess of the rainbow.

Isolde

Isolde is a cute Welsh name meaning ‘ice ruler.’

Jada

Jada means ‘wise’ and ‘knowing one’ and is also a variant of ‘Jade.’

January

January is a month name that’s perfect for little ones born at the start of the year.

Joi

Joi is a fresher, modern take on Joy and means ‘rejoicing.’

Juniper

Juniper is a name of Latin origin and means ‘young.’

Juno

This is a Latin name with a power meaning of ‘queen of the heavens.’

Kaia

Supermodel Cindy Crawford named her model daughter Kaia which means ‘to rejoice.’

Katya

Katya means ‘pure’ and is the Russian form of Katherine.

Kelsey

The name Kelsey is associated with several meaning including ‘brave’ and ‘ship’s Island.’

Kendall

The name Kendall is of English origin and means ‘valley of the river Kent.’

Keoni

This cute Hawaiian name means ‘God is gracious.’

Keziah

Keziah is a biblical name and means ‘cassia tree.’

Koa

Koa is a name of Hawaiian origin meaning ‘warrior.’

Lacey

Lacey means ‘belonging to Lassy or Lacy.’

Larissa

Larissa means ‘cheerful’ and is of Greek origin.

Lavender

This fragrant flower name could also be a tribute to the beautiful colour of the same name.

Leilani

Leilani is a pretty and exotic sounding name originating from Hawaii and means ‘a heavenly flower.’

Lena

Zara Phillips and Mike Tindall chose the name Lena for their daughter, which means ‘bright and beautiful.’

Leona

Leona is a Latin name meaning ‘lioness.’

Levi

Levi is a Hebrew name meaning ‘joined in harmony.’

Lilac

Lilac is an ultra-feminine name inspired by the colour.

Lilia

Lilia is a Latin name meaning ‘lily.’

Lorelei

Lorelei means ‘enchantress’ and ‘temptress’ and is derived from a German legend telling of siren luring sailors to rocks on the Rhine river.

Lorena

Lorena is a Spanish name which means ‘bay laurel.’

Loretta

If you are looking for a variation of Lorena with the same meaning then Loretta is a great option.

Lotta

Lotta is usually used as a shortened form of Carlotta, but is one of those effortlessly cute girl names in its own right and means ‘free man.’

Lotus

This Greek name is inspired by the beautiful lotus flower.

Lourdes

Lourdes is a pilgrimage site in France and also the name of Madonna’s eldest daughter.

Luca

Luca is an Italian name meaning ‘bringer of light.’

Lucia

Lucia is a name with Latin roots and means ‘light.’

Luella

Luella is a powerful name meaning ‘famous warrior.’

Lulu

Lulu is a name of Arabic origin meaning ‘pearl.’

Lumi

This name of Finnish origin means ‘snow.’

Lux

This name of Latin origin means ‘light.’

Lyra

The name Lyra is of Latin origin and means ‘lyre.’

Maeve

Maeve is an Irish name meaning ‘she who intoxicates.’

Mali

Mali is a short, but cute name meaning ‘jasmine flower.’

Margot

Margot is a French name meaning ‘pearl.’

Marissa

This unusual name has a couple of different meanings including ‘drop of the sea’ and ‘beloved.’

Marley

Marley is an English name which means ‘pleasant seaside meadow.’

Marnie

Marnie is a name of English origin meaning ‘of the sea.’

Marta

Marta is an ideal choice if you would like a variation of the more commonly used Martha and means ‘lady.’

Martine

Martine is a French name meaning ‘warlike.’

Maven

Maven is a name of Hebrew origin meaning ‘one who understands.’

Melody

The musical name Melody means ‘song’ and is of Greek origin.

Mika

Mika is a name originating from Japan and means ‘beautiful fragrance.’

Mila

Mila is a Russian name meaning ‘dear.’

Miley

Miley is a modern, invented name, so it has no specific meaning, but it is a pretty and unusual name nonetheless.

Misha

Misha is a Russian name meaning ‘who is like God.’

Morgan

Morgan may be a popular Welsh surname, but also make a cute girl’s name meaning ‘sea born.’

Moxie

Moxie is a truly unique and distinctive name and means ‘know-how.’

Nala

Nala is an African name and featured in The Lion King.

Nara

This cute name is of Celtic origin and means ‘happy.’

Naya

Naya is a name meaning ‘dolphin’ and ‘sea foam.’

Nellie

Nellie is a super cute uncommon name and means ‘horn.’

Nevada

Nevada is a name of Spanish origin and means ‘covered in snow.’

Neve

Neve means snow and can be used as an alternative spelling of the Irish name Niamh.

Nevaeh

The unique name Nevaeh is actually ‘heaven’ spelt backwards.

Nico

Nico is an Italian name meaning ‘people of victory.’

Noa

Noa is a name of Hebrew origin and means ‘motion.’

Ocean

Ocean is a powerful nature name.

Odette

Odette is a French name meaning ‘wealthy.’

Olympia

Inspired by ancient Greece, the name Olympia means ‘mountain of the Gods.’

Onyx

Onyx is a quirky name which refers to the black gemstone.

Oona

Oona is a quirky variation of Una and means ‘lamb.’

Opal

Opal is a gemstone name associated with the October birthstone.

Ophelia

This Greek name means ‘help.’

Ottilie

Ottilie is a name of German origin meaning ‘prosperous in battle’ and was the name of choice for Vlogger Zoella’s first baby.

Paloma

Paloma is a Spanish name meaning ‘dove.’

Pandora

The name Pandora is Greek and means ‘all gifted.’

Peony

Peony is a pretty flower name which means ‘healing.’

Persephone

Persephone is a name straight out of Greek mythology and means ‘bringer of death.’ While the meaning may be a little unsettling, the name Persephone is still an attractive choice.

Petal

This floral name is a pretty choice for a baby girl.

Petra

Petra means ‘rock’ or ‘stone’ and is of Greek origin.

Peyton

This cute, but unusual name means ‘fighting man’s estate.’

Phoenix

Phoenix is a name of Greek origin meaning ‘dark red’, but is often associated the mythical bird that rises from the ashes.

Pia

Pia is a Latin name meaning ‘from Mount Olympus.’

Piper

The name Piper is English and literally means ‘pipe player.’

Pixie

The name Pixie has Cornish and Swedish origins and means ‘fairy.’

Polly

Polly is an English name meaning ‘drop of the sea.’

Posey

This cute name simply means ‘bunch of flowers’ and is an ultra-feminine choice.

Priya

Priya is a Sanskrit name meaning ‘beloved.’

Rain

If you want a short but sweet word name for your little one then Rain is a great choice.

Rae

Rae is of English origin and means ‘female sheep.’

Raya

The name Raya is of Hebrew origin and means ‘friend.’

Reagan

Reagan is a name of Irish origin and means ‘little king.’

Reina

Reina is of Spanish origin and means ‘queen.’

Remi

This French name means ‘oarsman.’

Renee

Renee is a French name meaning ‘reborn.’

Riley

Riley is an Irish name meaning ‘courageous.’

Rio

The name Rio is of Spanish origin and means ‘river.’

Romilly

This unusual name means ‘citizen of Rome.’

Romy

Romy is of German origin and means ‘a Roman.’

Rosa

Rosa is an Italian variation of the classic flower name, Rose.

Rue

This sweet name can mean ‘regret’ but is also the name of a herb, but remains a super cute name choice, despite its regretful meaning.

Rumi

Rumi is a Japanese name meaning ‘beauty’ and ‘flow.’

Sabina

Sabina is a name of Latin origin, and is believed to be derived from the name ‘Sabine.’

Saffron

Saffron is the name of a spice, and also used to describe its distinctive yellow colour. The name Saffron is a pretty choice and remains quite uncommon.

Safia

Safia is an Arabic name meaning ‘confidante.’

Salome

Salome is a Hebrew name and means ‘peace.’

Sarai

Sarai is of Hebrew origin and means ‘my princess.’

Saskia

Saskia is an old Germanic name meaning ‘Saxon woman’ and ‘protector of mankind.’

Savannah

Savannah is a name of Spanish origin and means ‘treeless plain.’

Savita

Savita is an Indian name and means ‘sun.’

Sequoia

Sequoia is a name of Native American origin and refers to the Giant Redwood Tree.

Seraphina

The name Seraphina is of Hebrew origin and means ‘fiery.’

Seren

This cute Welsh name means ‘star.’

Serenity

This peaceful name is both cute and uncommon.

Sharni

Sharni is a name of Irish origin and means ‘plain of many roses.’

Shea

Shea is a Gaelic name meaning ‘esteemed’ and ‘admirable.’

Sheridan

Sheridan is an Irish name meaning ‘searcher.’

Shiloh

Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt chose the name Shiloh for their daughter. This Hebrew name means ‘heavenly peace.’

Sia

Sia is an old Norse name and means ‘victory.’

Sierra

Sierra is an uncommon name for a baby girl and is of Spanish origins meaning ‘saw’ and ‘from the mountains.’

Signe

Signe is a name of Scandinavian origin meaning ‘new victory.’

Snow

This nature-inspired name is truly unique and beautifully simple.

Sorcha

This name of Irish origin means ‘bright and shining.’

Stevie

The name Stevie means ‘garland or crown.’

Storm

Storm is a word name that is both powerful and unusual.

Suki

Suki is a super cute name from Japan meaning ‘loved one.’

Suri

Suri has a number of different meanings including ‘princess,’ ‘red rose,’ and ‘goddess.’

Suvi

Suvi is a Finnish name meaning ‘summer.’

Sydney

If you are a big fan of this Australian city, it could be the perfect baby name for your little one. Sydney is an old English name meaning ‘wide meadow.’

Tabitha

Tabitha is an Aramaic name meaning ‘gazelle.’

Tallulah

Tallulah is a Native American name meaning ‘lady of abundance.’

Tana

Tana is a Greek name meaning ‘star goddess.’

Tansy

Tansy is a cute flower-inspired name and means ‘immortality.’

Tarryn

The name Tarryn means ‘from a high rocky cliff.’

Tatiana

This strong Russian name is an ideal unusual name choice for girls.

Taylor

Taylor is an English name literally meaning ‘tailor’ as in the occupation.

Thalia

This cute name of Greek origin means ‘flourish.’

Thea

Hailing from Greece, Thea means ‘goddess.’

Theodora

The name Theodora means ‘gift of God.’

Thomasina

Thomasina is a strong-sounding name meaning ‘twin.’

Topanga

Topanga is a Native American name meaning ‘where the mountains meet the sea.’

Trixie

Trixie is a unique name with a positive meaning of ‘she who brings happiness.’

True

Choosing a virtue name is a great way to select an unusual moniker for your little one and True was the name of choice for Khloe Kardashian’s young daughter.