Girl Names
Beautiful, strong, and distinctive names for your daughter. Dive into the meaning, origin, and history behind each one.
Tilda
“Mighty in battle”
Tilda is a short form of Mathilda or Matilda, derived from the Old High German elements maht, meaning might or strength, and hild, meaning battle. The name therefore carries the meaning of one who is powerful in battle. Despite its warrior origins, Tilda has a soft, contemporary feel that has made it a stylish choice in its own right, particularly in Scandinavia and Germany.
Tillie
“Mighty in battle”
Tillie is a cheerful, vintage diminutive that gained widespread use in the English-speaking world during the Victorian era as a pet form of Matilda. It stood on its own as an independent given name throughout the early 20th century before fading in mid-century, and has been enjoying a warm revival as part of the broader trend for vintage-style names. The name has a friendly, approachable quality that combines old-fashioned charm with genuine warmth.
Tilly
“Mighty in battle”
Tilly is the more commonly used modern spelling of the traditional diminutive of Matilda, enjoying particular popularity in the United Kingdom and Australia. It has a bright, energetic feel that appeals to contemporary parents looking for a name that is both classic and lively. The spelling with a 'y' gives it a slightly more modern appearance while preserving all the vintage warmth of the original.
Timna
“Restraint or withheld”
Timna (תִּמְנָע) is a Hebrew name of uncertain etymology, possibly meaning 'restraint' or 'to withhold.' In the Bible, Timna was the name of both a concubine of Eliphaz and a chieftain of Edom.
Tingting
“Graceful, slender”
Tingting is a Chinese name formed by the reduplication of the character ting, which can mean graceful, slender, upright, or standing tall. In Chinese naming tradition, doubled characters are associated with affection, a musical quality, and an amplification of the character's meaning. The name suggests a girl of refined elegance and natural poise, with a willowy, flowing quality. The repeated syllable also creates a pleasing, rhythmic sound.
Tingxuan
“graceful as a daylily”
Tingxuan (婷萱) typically combines 'ting' (婷, graceful/elegant) and 'xuan' (萱, daylily flower), meaning 'graceful as a daylily.' The daylily (萱草) holds special significance in Chinese culture as a symbol of a mother's love and the forgetting of sorrow.
Tingyu
“graceful as jade”
Tingyu (婷玉) combines 'ting' (婷, graceful/elegant) and 'yu' (玉, jade), meaning 'graceful as jade.' Jade is the most prized stone in Chinese culture, symbolising purity, nobility, and virtue, making this name a high compliment.
Tinsley
“Tynni's woodland clearing”
Tinsley is a modern surname-turned-given name that has gained popularity as a first name for girls in recent years. It has a lyrical, upbeat sound that appeals to parents looking for something distinctive yet rooted in English tradition. The name evokes charm and a free-spirited character.
Tiphaine
“Manifestation of God; French medieval Epiphany name”
Tiphaine is the Old French form of Theophania, from Greek theos, god, and phainein, to appear or manifest, meaning manifestation of God or divine appearance. It was the name given to children born at Epiphany (6 January), the feast of the divine manifestation of Christ to the Magi. In France the name is associated with the legendary wife of the Breton hero Bertrand du Guesclin.
Tirion
“Gentle, kind”
Tirion comes directly from the Welsh adjective tirion, meaning gentle, kind, or tender. The word also carries connotations of happiness and cheerfulness, suggesting a nature that is not merely passive in its gentleness but actively warm and joyful. It is a name that describes a disposition as much as an identity, making it one of the most characterful names in the Welsh language.
Tirtzah
“Pleasantness or delight”
Tirtzah (תִּרְצָה) comes from the Hebrew root meaning 'to be pleased' or 'to delight,' and thus carries the meaning 'pleasantness' or 'delight.' It is a biblical name borne by one of the five daughters of Zelophehad who successfully claimed their father's inheritance.
Tirza
“Favourable, pleasing”
Tirza is a Hebrew name meaning 'favourable', 'pleasing' or 'delightful'. In the Old Testament, Tirza was one of the five daughters of Zelophehad who bravely petitioned Moses for the right to inherit their father's land, establishing an important legal precedent. The name also belonged to an ancient city renowned for its beauty.
Titilayo
“Eternal happiness”
Titilayo is a Yoruba name from Nigeria and Benin, meaning 'eternal happiness' or 'happiness is permanent.' It expresses the wish that a child will experience joy that never fades, making it a deeply aspirational and celebratory name. The name is beloved in Yoruba culture for its uplifting sentiment.
Titilope
“Eternal thanksgiving”
Titilope is a Yoruba name from Nigeria meaning 'eternal thanksgiving' or 'praise forever,' expressing undying gratitude to God or the divine. It is given to girls as an expression of a family's lasting appreciation for the gift of the child. The name reflects the Yoruba tradition of infusing spiritual thankfulness into personal names.
Tiwa
“Crown or kingship”
Tiwa is a Yoruba name from Nigeria, often used as a short form of names such as Oluwatoyin meaning 'God is worthy of praise'. The name carries connotations of royalty and honour, reflecting the importance of lineage and nobility in Yoruba culture. It was brought to global attention by Nigerian Afrobeats singer Tiwa Savage, making it a name associated with both heritage and contemporary achievement.
Tiziana
“Of the Titians, strong defender”
Tiziana is the Italian feminine form derived from the family name Tiziano, itself from the Roman family name Titianus, a derivative of Titus. Titus comes from the Latin titulus meaning 'title' or 'honor,' or alternatively from an Oscan or Etruscan root meaning 'to protect' or 'defender.' The name is most strongly associated in Italian culture with the Renaissance painter Tiziano Vecellio, known in English as Titian.
Toinette
“Priceless and praiseworthy”
Toinette is a French diminutive of Antoinette, which derives from the Latin Antonius, meaning 'priceless' or 'inestimable worth.' The diminutive suffix '-ette' gives the name an intimate, affectionate tone, suggesting something both precious and endearing.
Toki
“time”
Toki (時) carries the meaning of time, hour, or a critical moment in Japanese. It suggests someone who lives with awareness of the present, understanding that each moment is unrepeatable and therefore precious. Alternatively, Toki can be written with the kanji for the Japanese crested ibis (朱鷺), a rare and beautiful bird that has become a national conservation symbol, lending the name a quality of rare, delicate beauty.
Tokie
“Eternal blessing, a gift that endures through time”
Tokie is written with the kanji 常 (toki, always or eternal) and 江 (e, river bay or inlet), together creating an image of an eternally flowing river or a permanent blessing that moves through time like water. Alternatively it can be written 時江 (toki, time + e, inlet), suggesting the meeting place where time and water converge. Both readings point to a name of permanence and flowing grace.
Tokiko
“child of time”
Tokiko extends the poetic name Toki with the suffix -ko (子), meaning child, which has been one of the most beloved feminine name endings in Japan for centuries. Written as 時子, it becomes child of time, suggesting a daughter deeply connected to the present moment and to the gentle art of appreciating life as it passes. Written as 朱鷺子, it becomes child of the ibis, evoking rare natural beauty.
Tomoka
“friend flower”
Tomoka is typically written with kanji such as 友花 (friend flower), 智花 (wise flower), or 朋花 (companion flower), each pairing a quality of warm human connection or intelligence with the natural beauty and seasonal joy of flowers. The name suggests a girl who brings warmth and brightness into every relationship, much as a flower brightens its surroundings without demanding attention.
Tomoko
“Wise child”
Tomoko is a Japanese feminine name that can be written with several different kanji combinations. The most common interpretations combine tomo, which can mean wisdom, friend, or knowledge, with ko, meaning child, a traditional suffix widely used in Japanese feminine names. The most frequent meanings are wise child, friendly child, or knowledgeable child. The name has a warm, traditional quality that has been cherished in Japan for generations.
Tomomi
“friend beauty”
Tomomi combines the element tomo (友, friend; 智, wisdom; 朋, companion) with mi (美, beauty; 実, fruit/truth; 海, sea), creating layered meanings that range from friend beauty to the fruit of wisdom. The beauty element mi is one of the most enduring in Japanese feminine names, consistently valued for suggesting inner radiance expressed outwardly. Together the name suggests a girl whose intelligence and warmth make her naturally luminous.
Topaz
“Golden gemstone of fire and brilliance”
Topaz is a rare and striking gemstone name used occasionally in English-speaking countries, most often for girls, though it is technically gender-neutral. It conjures images of warm golden-yellow hues and the precious stone associated with strength and healing. As a given name it feels both exotic and rooted in the English jewel-name tradition alongside Ruby, Pearl, and Jade.
Torbjorg
“Thor's protection”
Torbjorg combines Thor with 'bjorg', Old Norse for help, salvation, or protection, creating a name that declares its bearer to be under the direct protective care of the thunder god, shielded from harm by divine power.
Torborg
“Thor's fortress”
Torborg unites the thunder god Thor with 'borg', Old Norse for fortress, castle, or fortified place, evoking the image of an impregnable stronghold under Thor's protection, a name of solid, defensive strength.
Tordis
“Thor's goddess”
Tordis combines the thunder god Thor with 'dis', Old Norse for a type of female protective spirit or minor goddess associated with fate, ancestry, and the guardian power of a family line, creating a name of layered supernatural significance.
Torhild
“Thor's battle”
Torhild is an Old Norse compound name formed from Thor, the Norse god of thunder and strength, and hild, meaning battle or combat. Together the name means Thor's battle or battle of Thor. It was a common name among Viking-age Scandinavian women, reflecting the culture's admiration for divine strength and martial courage. The name carries the thunder god's protective blessing alongside connotations of fierce, principled resolve.
Tori
“Victory and triumph”
Tori is a lively, modern given name that emerged as a standalone name from the nickname for Victoria. It has been popular in English-speaking countries since the mid-20th century, appreciated for its brevity and energetic feel. The name strikes a balance between feminine charm and confident independence.
Torlaug
“Thor's betrothed”
Torlaug combines the thunder god Thor with 'laug', an Old Norse word with connotations of a solemn vow, bath, or betrothal ceremony, suggesting a woman consecrated to or pledged under the protection of Thor through a sacred ritual bond.
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