Elegant Names for Girls: 215+ Classy & Sophisticated Options

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Plus a list of tips on choosing the classiest name for your baby girl
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Looking to give your baby girl a posh, sophisticated name? Well, you’ve come to the right place! We have all the elegant, old-money names you could ever want right here. From something classy to something rare and unique, there’s a name for every personality. Keep reading for a list of elegant names for girls and tips on how to choose the perfect name.

Popular & Elegant Female Names

  • Anastasia (Greek for “resurrection”)
  • Gabriella (Spanish for “God is my strength”)
  • Amelia (German for “industrious”)
  • Elizabeth (Hebrew for “God’s oath”)
  • Charlotte (French for “free man”)
  • Isabella (Spanish for “pledged to God”)
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Sophisticated Girl Names

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  1. Choose a sophisticated name for a regal girl. Elegant names have a fine, noble, and aristocratic edge to them. They’re beautiful without being too whimsical—they’re simply classically proper. The names below have a sophisticated and polished flair ideal for little princesses.
    • Adelaide (German for “noble”)
    • Alexandra (Greek for “defender of the people”)
    • Ambrosia (Greek for “immortal)
    • Annalise (German for “graceful satisfaction)
    • Antoinette (German for “flourishing”)
    • Audrey (English for “noble strength”)
    • Belinda (Spanish for “beautiful”)
    • Bianca (Italian for “fair”)
    • Brigitte (Old English for “strong”)
    • Christiana (Greek for “anointed”)
    • Claudette (French for “lame”)
    • Constance (Latin for “faithful”)
    • Delilah (German for “dolphin”)
    • Elena (Greek for “shining light”)
    • Elizabeth (Hebrew for “God’s oath”)
    • Evelyn (French for “desired”)
    • Florence (Latin for “blooming flower”)
    • Francine (Old French for “free”)
    • Gabriella (Spanish for “God is my strength”)
    • Jacqueline (French for “supplanter”)
    • Jolie (French for “beautiful”)
    • Josephine (Hebrew for “He shall increase”)
    • Margaret (Greek for “pearl”)
    • Meredith (Old Welsh for “protector of the sea”)
    • Miranda (Latin for “extraordinary”)
    • Nicolette (Greek for “victorious people”)
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Classy Girl Names

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  1. Choose a name that breathes class and grass. Many elegant names have a sophisticated and regal flair, thanks to their royal history. The names below are classy and fit for any queen or princess.
    • Amelia (German for “industrious”)
    • Anais (Hebrew for “gracious”)
    • Anastasia (Greek for “resurrection”)
    • Angelica (Greek for “heavenly messenger”)
    • Annabelle (Hebrew for “Gift of God”)
    • Antonia (Greek for “flourishing”)
    • Bernadette (French for “brave as a bear”)
    • Blaire (Gaelic for “plain”)
    • Camilla (Latin for “religious”)
    • Caroline (French for “free man”)
    • Chanel (French for “channel”)
    • Charlotte (French for “free man”)
    • Colleen (Irish for “girl”)
    • Cosette (French for “victory”)
    • Daniella (Hebrew for “judged by God”)
    • Diana (Latin for “divine”)
    • Felicity (Latin for “happy”)
    • Francesca (Old French for “free”)
    • Giovanna (Italian for “God is good”)
    • Margot (French for “pearl”)
    • Miriam (Hebrew for “bitter”)
    • Natalia (Italian for “born on Christmas”)
    • Natasha (Latin for “born on Christmas”)
    • Rosalind (Spanish for “pretty rose”)
    • Rose (Latin for “a flower”)
    • Scarlett (Middle English for “deep red”)
    • Looking for more old money names? Check out our article “ 290 Old Money Names That Exude Sophistication & Wealth. ”
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Vintage Girl Names

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  1. Choose a vintage name that gives off old money vibes. Old money names have a sophisticated and elegant edge that says, “Don’t mess with me.” Not only are the names below classic, they’re timeless.
    • Alice (German for “noble”)
    • Anna (Hebrew for “grace”)
    • Beatrice (Latin for “happy”)
    • Beatrice (Latin for “she who brings happiness”)
    • Catherine (Greek for “pure”)
    • Clara (Latin for “bright”)
    • Daphne (Greek for “laurel tree”)
    • Edith (English for “prosperous in war”)
    • Eleanor (French for “shining light”)
    • Eliza (Hebrew for “pledged to God”)
    • Eloise (French for “intelligent”)
    • Emilia (Latin for “rival”)
    • Emma (German for “universal”)
    • Esme (French for “beloved”)
    • Grace (English for “virtue”)
    • Hazel (English for “the hazelnut tree”)
    • Helena (Greek for “torch”)
    • Iris (Greek for “rainbow”)
    • Isabella (Spanish for “pledged to God”)
    • Jane (English for “God is gracious”)
    • Laura (English for “bay laurel”)
    • Louise (French for “renowned warrior”)
    • Lucy (English for “light”)
    • Mabel (Latin for “lovabale”)
    • Matilda (German for “battle-mighty”)
    • Nora (Latin for “honor”)
    • Olivia (Latin for “olive tree”)
    • Phoebe (Greek for “radiant”)
    • Sophia (Greek for “wisdom”)
    • Sophie (French for “wisdom”)
    • Tiffany (French for “appearance of God”)
    • Victoria (Latin for “victory”)
    • Want a longer list of vintage names? Check out this article !
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Rare & Unique Girl Names

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  1. Choose an uncommon name so your little girl stands out. Elegant names don’t have to be cookie-cutter—they can be as unique as you’d like them to be! The names below are rare and uncommon, making them perfect for a girl who’s unlike the rest.
    • Aurelia (Latin for “gold”)
    • Calista (Greek for “fairest”)
    • Cecelia (Latin for “blind one”)
    • Celeste (Greek for “most beautiful”)
    • Chrysanthe (Greek for “golden flower”)
    • Cora (Greek for “maiden”)
    • Cordelia (Irish for “daughter of the sea”)
    • Cosima (Greek for “order”)
    • Cressida (Greek for “gold”)
    • Donatella (Italian for “gift”)
    • Dorothea (Greek for “gift of God”)
    • Emmanuella (Hebrew for “God is with us”)
    • Emmeline (German for “industrious”)
    • Freya (Scandinavian for “Goddess of love”)
    • Henrietta (German for “house ruler”)
    • Imogen (Latin for “image”)
    • Isla (Spanish for “island”)
    • Narissa (Latin for “daughter of the sea”)
    • Noreen (Greek for “the bright one”)
    • Odette (German for “wealthy”)
    • Olympia (Greek for “heavenly”)
    • Tatiana (Russian for “fairy princess”)
    • Theodora (Greek for “gift of God”)
    • Verity (Latin for “truth”)
    • Wilhelmina (German for “fierce protector”)
    • Xanthe (Greek for “blond”)
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Luxurious Girl Names

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  1. Choose a name that emits wealth and luxury. Many elegant names have a luxurious grace—they’re opulent, rich, and especially lavish. The names below scream money and power for the boldest personalities.
    • Amberlynn (Arabic for “amber”)
    • Esther (Persian for “star”)
    • Evangeline (Greek for “messenger of good news”)
    • Fleur (French for “flower”)
    • Genevieve (Welsh for “white wave”)
    • Georgiana (Greek for “farmer”)
    • Gwendolyn (Irish for “white wave”)
    • Helene (Greek for “torch”)
    • Irene (Greek for “peace”)
    • London (English for “fortress of the moon”)
    • Lucinda (Latin for “bringer of light”)
    • Maeve (Latin for “purple flower”)
    • Octavia (Latin for “eighth child”)
    • Opal (Sanskrit for “jewel”)
    • Ophelia (Greek for “helper”)
    • Philippa (Greek for “lover of horses”)
    • Priscilla (Latin for “from ancient times”)
    • Ramona (Spanish for “wise protector”)
    • Regina (Latin for “queenly”)
    • Roxanne (Persian for “brilliant one”)
    • Serena (Latin for “calm”)
    • Simone (Hebrew for “one who hears”)
    • Tabitha (Greek for “gazelle”)
    • Valentina (Latin for “good health”)
    • Violetta (Italian for “purple”)
    • Vivienne (Latin for “lively”)
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Pretty Girl Names

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  1. Choose a simple yet beautiful name for the prettiest princess. Not all elegant names have to be posh and extravagant. These elegant girl names are pretty and proper, giving off a darling and charming vibe.
    • Aria (Italian for “air”)
    • Aurora (Latin for “dawn”)
    • Cecilia (Latin for “blind”)
    • Delilah (Hebrew for “delicate”)
    • Elodie (English for “foreign riches”)
    • Emilie (Latin for “eager”)
    • Giselle (French for “pledge”)
    • Julia (Latin for “youthful”)
    • Lena (Greek for “ray of light”)
    • Lila (Sanskrit for “play”)
    • Lilliana (Latin for “lily flower”)
    • Lola (Spanish for “lady of sorrows”)
    • Louisa (German for “fight with honor”)
    • Lucia (Italian for “light”)
    • Lydia (Greek for “woman from Persia”)
    • Nova (Latin for “new”)
    • Ottilie (German for “prosperity in battle”)
    • Pauline (Latin for “small”)
    • Primrose (English for “the first rose”)
    • Rosalie (French for “rose”)
    • Ruby (Latin for “red precious stone”)
    • Seraphina (Hebrew for “fiery”)
    • Stella (Latin for “star”)
    • Sylvia (Latin for “from the forest”)
    • Willa (German for “resolute protection”)
    • Zara (Arabic for “radiance”)
Section 7 of 9:

Sweet Girl Names

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  1. Choose a sweet name that’s as elegant as it is lovely. Unlike some of the other elegant names we’ve mentioned, these names are cute and sweet. While they may not be the most extravagant, they’re sensitive and outrageously adorable.
    • Chloe (Greek for “blooming”)
    • Clementine (Latin for “merciful”)
    • Cleo (Greek for “glory”)
    • Daisy (English for “day’s eye”)
    • Elise (French for “pledged to God”)
    • Ella (English for “fairy maiden”)
    • Eva (Hebrew for “life”)
    • Georgia (English “farmer”)
    • Ivy (Old English for “vine”)
    • Juliet (French for “youthful”)
    • June (Latin “young”)
    • Juniper (Latin for “evergreen”)
    • Kathleen (Greek for “pure”)
    • Lainey (French for “shining light”)
    • Lillian (English for “lily”)
    • Lydia (Greek for “woman from Lydia”)
    • Mae (Hebrew for “beloved”)
    • Maisie (Scottish for “pearl”)
    • Odette (French for “happy home”)
    • Penelope (Greek for “bobbin weaver”)
    • Poppy (Latin for “flower”)
    • Riley (English for “woods clearing”)
    • Sylvia (French for “from the forest”)
    • Thea (Greek for “goddess”)
    • Winnie (English for “friend of peace”)
    • Zoe (Greek for “life”)
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Gender-Neutral Elegant Names

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  1. Choose a name that’s gender-neutral for a creative edge. Not every girl name has to be pretty and proper. These names are fit for any gender and identity, making them especially unique and rare.
    • Alexis (Greek for “defender”)
    • Alva (Hebrew for “his highness”)
    • Ariel (Hebrew for “lion of God”)
    • Aspen (Old English for “shaking tree”)
    • Aster (Greek for “star”)
    • Baylor (British for “horse trainer”)
    • Bellamy (French for “good friend”)
    • Casey (Irish for “watchful”)
    • Cassidy (Irish for “clever”)
    • Chandler (French for “seller of candles”)
    • Clover (British for “meadow flower”)
    • Collins (Irish for “young hound”)
    • Courtney (French for “from the court”)
    • Devon (French for “divine”)
    • Easton (Old English for “from the east town”)
    • Emory (German for “powerful ruler”)
    • Finley (Scottish for “fair warrior”)
    • Greer (Scottish for “watchful”)
    • Harley (English for “hare’s meadow”)
    • Hayden (English for “hay valley”)
    • Holland (Dutch for “woodland”)
    • Hollis (British for “near the holly”)
    • Jody (Hebrew for “God will increase”)
    • Justice (Latin for “fairness”)
    • Kendall (British for “valley of the River Kent”)
    • Landry (French for “ruler”)
    • Lindsey (English for “pool island”)
    • Marion (Greek for “star of the sea”)
    • Merrill (English for “pleasant hill”)
    • Skylar (Dutch for “scholar”)
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How to Choose an Elegant Name

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  1. 1
    Think about using a family name. Feeling overwhelmed by the number of names to choose from? Narrow down your choices by keeping your baby girl’s name within the family. Name your child after a grandparent, your mother’s maiden name, or another relative. [1]
    • Similarly, you can also go with a Roman numeral. For example, if the child’s grandparent is named Elizabeth, you could name them “Elizabeth II.” This is sophisticated, elegant, and classy.
  2. 2
    Find inspiration from your life. If you’re not sure what to name your baby girl, try drawing inspiration from the world around you. Perhaps you name her after the city you and your partner met in, or maybe you name her after a beloved celebrity or artist. [2]
  3. 3
    Consider potential nicknames. It’s very likely that your child will have a slew of nicknames as they grow up, so think about what nickname a name will likely have. This can help you feel more connected with the name and how it might showcase your child’s personality. [3]
    • For instance, say you want to name your little girl “Millicent,” she could also go by “Millie.”
    • As another example, “Amelia” can be the full name for an “Amy” or “Lia.”
  4. 4
    Check for different spellings. Love how a name sounds but hate how it looks on the page? A quick spelling change could make a big difference! Play around with different ways to spell a name to see if one clicks more than another. [4]
    • For example, “Alyssa” can also be spelled as “Alissa,” “Alysa,” “Alysia,” and “Alyssia.”
  5. 5
    Take your time. Know that choosing a name isn’t a science; it’s an art. There’s no right or wrong way to do it! You can feel a lot of pressure when trying to pick a name. After all, it’s something your child will carry with them. But at the end of the day, a name is just a name; it can always be changed. So, be patient with yourself, follow your heart, and give them whatever name you feel is fit. [5]
    • Play around with different names if you’re feeling stuck. Talk about the baby using a chosen name to see how it feels.
    • Try not to think about what other people may think about a name. It’s ultimately your choice.
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