Looking for a darling four letter girl name?
You’re in the right place! I’ve rounded up all my favorite options for four letter girl names plus their meanings and origins too – all 290 of them!
Choosing a baby name can be a challenge for any new parents, whether you already have kids or not. Maybe you have a pattern already with your baby names that you’d like to follow, or you love the boldness of a short and sweet name, this is definitely the list for you!
Aside from their simplicity, short names are often easier to spell and pronounce for even the littlest kids. What is not to love?
A lot of these names can also be great nicknames for longer, more timeless name options. To make it easier to browse, these four letter girl names are organized by alphabetical order (or maybe it’s just the type A in me!).
Let’s jump right into these short girls’ names that pack a punch in just four letters!
And as always, be sure to leave me a comment with your favorites on this list!
Four Letter Girl Names
A
Abby
- Origin: Hebrew
- Meaning: My father’s joy
Addy
- Origin: American
- Meaning: Noble
Adel
- Origin: German
- Meaning: Noble
Adia
- Origin: Swahili
- Meaning: Gift
Aida
- Origin: Arabic
- Meaning: Happy or returning
Aiko
- Origin: Japanese
- Meaning: Child of love
Aina
- Origin: Japanese
- Meaning: Love or affection
Alba
- Origin: Latin
- Meaning: White
Alex
- Origin: Greek
- Meaning: Defender of man
Alia
- Origin: Arabic
- Meaning: Noble
Aliz
- Origin: German
- Meaning: Sweet
Alma
- Origin: Latin
- Meaning: Nourishing
Alta
- Origin: Latin
- Meaning: Elevated
Amie
- Origin: French
- Meaning: Friend
Anna
- Origin: Latin and Greek
- Meaning: Full of grace
- This classic girl’s name has been used by parents for centuries and honestly will never go out of style!
Anne
- Origin: French
- Meaning: Grace
Anya
- Origin: Russian
- Meaning: Graceful
Aria
- Origin: Italian
- Meaning: Song or melody
- Made popular by the hit TV show Pretty Little Liars, this gorgeous four letter girl name has held steady in the top 50 names for the past decade.
Arla
- Origin: Scandinavian and Swedish
- Meaning: Eagle
Asia
- Origin: Arabic
- Meaning: The rising sun
Aura
- Origin: Greek
- Meaning: Wind
- Refers to the Greek Goddess of the breeze
Ayla
- Origin: Sanskrit
- Meaning: Light or Earth
B
Beck
- Origin: German
- Meaning: Brook or stream
Bell
- Origin: Scottish
- Meaning: Bell ringer
Bess
- Origin: Hebrew
- Meaning: Oath of God
Beth
- Origin: English
- Meaning: God is my oath
Bina
- Origin: Hebrew and Czech
- Meaning: Understanding
Blue
- Origin: German and Old English
- Meaning: Refers the color
- This color name can symbolize many things including peace, wisdom, and sensitivity, and was made popular by the daughter of Jay Z and Beyonce, Blue Ivy.
Bria
- Origin: Irish
- Meaning: Noble
Brie
- Origin: French and Latin
- Meaning: Marshland
Bree
- Origin: Irish
- Meaning: Strength or exalted one
Bryn
- Origin: Welsh
- Meaning: Hill mount
C
Cadi
- Origin: Greek
- Meaning: Pure
Cala
- Origin: Arabic
- Meaning: Castle
Cali
- Origin: Greek
- Meaning: Most beautiful
Cami
- Origin: Scottish
- Meaning: Crooked nose
Cara
- Origin: Irish
- Meaning: Darling or loved one
Cate
- Origin: Latin, English, French, and Welsh
- Meaning: Pure or blessed
Cece
- Origin: Latin
- Meaning: Blind
Cher
- Origin: French
- Meaning: Dear one
Cira
- Origin: Italian
- Meaning: Sun
Cleo
- Origin: Greek
- Meaning: Glory or fame
Coco
- Origin: French, Spanish, and Italian
- Meaning: Cocoa
- Often used as a nickname for longer girl names such as Colette, Collins, Corrine, or Courtney
Cody
- Origin: English
- Meaning: Helpful
Cora
- Origin: Greek
- Meaning: Maiden
- Another four letter Greek goddess name associated with goddess of spring and fertility.
Cori
- Origin: Greek
- Meaning: Maiden
Cove
- Origin: English
- Meaning: Small costal inlet
Cyra
- Origin: Persian
- Meaning: Throne or sun
D
Daia
- Origin: African
- Meaning: Everlasting morning joy
Dale
- Origin: Old English
- Meaning: Valley
Dana
- Origin: Sanskrit
- Meaning: Generosity
Dani
- Origin: Hebrew
- Meaning: God is my judge
Dara
- Origin: Hebrew
- Meaning: Compassion or pearl of wisdom
Davi
- Origin: Portuguese
- Meaning: Beloved
Dawn
- Origin: Greek
- Meaning: Daybreak or first morning light
Deja
- Origin: French and Spanish
- Meaning: Remembrance
Demi
- Origin: French
- Meaning: Half or small
Desi
- Origin: Spanish
- Meaning: Desired
Deya
- Origin: Arabic
- Meaning: The light that shines forth
Dina
- Origin: English
- Meaning: From the valley
Dior
- Origin: French
- Meaning: Golden
Diva
- Origin: Latin
- Meaning: Goddess
Dona
- Origin: Italian
- Meaning: Lady
Dora
- Origin: Greek
- Meaning: Gift
Dory
- Origin: Greek
- Meaning: Gift of God
Dove
- Origin: American
- Meaning: Bird of peace
Drew/Drue
- Origin: Greek
- Meaning: Warrior
- While it is usually much more popular for boys, this strong gender neutral baby name has been rising in popularity jumping almost 100 spots to #761 in 2023.
E
Eden
- Origin: Hebrew
- Meaning: Delight
Elga
- Origin: Slavic
- Meaning: Sacred
Elia
- Origin: Hebrew
- Meaning: God has answered
Ella
- Origin: Greek
- Meaning: Fairy maiden or goddess
Elle
- Origin: French
- Meaning: She
Elis
- Origin: Hebrew
- Meaning: God’s promise
Elsa
- Origin: Hebrew
- Meaning: God’s promise
Enya
- Origin: Irish
- Meaning: Little fire
Eman
- Origin: Arabic
- Meaning: Faith
Emma
- Origin: German
- Meaning: Universal
Emmy
- Origin: German
- Meaning: Universal
Emry
- Origin: Turkish
- Meaning: Brotherly love
Erla
- Origin: Scandinavian
- Meaning: Wagtail bird
Erin
- Origin: Irish
- Meaning: Peace
Esme
- Origin: French
- Meaning: Beloved
Este
- Origin: Hebrew and Persian
- Meaning: Star
Etta
- Origin: German, French, and English
- Meaning: Keeper of the home
Evie
- Origin: Hebrew
- Meaning: Life or breathe
F
Fara
- Origin: Middle Eastern
- Meaning: Lovely or pleasant
Fate
- Origin: English
- Meaning: Meant to be or destiny
Fawn
- Origin: English
- Meaning: Baby deer
Faya
- Origin: Middle English
- Meaning: Fairy
Faye
- Origin: Old French
- Meaning: Fairy
Fern
- Origin: English
- Meaning: Green shade-loving plant
- This nature inspired girl name has never made it into the top 1000 girl names in the past 100 years.
Flor
- Origin: French
- Meaning: Flower
G
Gaby
- Origin: French
- Meaning: Woman of God
Gaia
- Origin: Greek
- Meaning: Mother Earth
Gail
- Origin: English
- Meaning: Joy of the Father
Gala
- Origin: English
- Meaning: Festive party or joyful
Gene
- Origin: English
- Meaning: Well born
Geri
- Origin: English
- Meaning: Rules with a spear
Gigi
- Origin: French
- Meaning: God is gracious or earth worker
Gina
- Origin: Italian
- Meaning: Queen
Gita
- Origin: Indian
- Meaning: Divine song
Gwen
- Origin: Welsh
- Meaning: Fair or white
H
Hali
- Origin: Greek
- Meaning: Sea
Halo
- Origin: Greek
- Meaning: Divine aura
Hana
- Origin: Arabic and Persian
- Meaning: Happiness or flower
Hani
- Origin: Arabic
- Meaning: Happy and cheerful
Hara
- Origin: Hindi
- Meaning: To seize
Hera
- Origin: Greek
- Meaning: Queen
Hope
- Origin: English
- Meaning: Unwavering belief
Huda
- Origin: Arabic
- Meaning: Right guidance
I
Idra
- Origin: Hebrew and Aramaic
- Meaning: Fig tree
Ilia
- Origin: Hebrew
- Meaning: God is lord
Indy
- Origin: American
- Meaning: God is Lord
- This trendy baby girl name only recently broken into the top 1000 girl names in 2023
Iria
- Origin: Spanish
- Meaning: Colorful, rainbow, or peace
Iris
- Origin: Greek
- Meaning: Rainbow
Irma
- Origin: German
- Meaning: Complete
Isla
- Origin: Spanish
- Meaning: Island
Ivey
- Origin: Greek
- Meaning: Ivy plant
Izzy
- Origin: Hebrew
- Meaning: God is my oath
J
Jace
- Origin: Hebrew
- Meaning: The Lord is salvation
- Traditionally used more for boys, the name Jace is a unique option for a baby girl.
Jaci
- Origin: Native American
- Meaning: Moon
Jada
- Origin: Hebrew
- Meaning: Wise
Jade
- Origin: Spanish
- Meaning: Stone of the colic
- This green gemstone name was actually used to cure colic in babies when placed on their stomach.
Jana
- Origin: Slavic
- Meaning: God is gracious
Jane
- Origin: English
- Meaning: God is gracious
Jazz
- Origin: English
- Meaning: Music
Jean
- Origin: English
- Meaning: God is gracious
Jeri
- Origin: French and German
- Meaning: Ruler with a spear
Jess
- Origin: Hebrew
- Meaning: The Lord exists
Jill
- Origin: English
- Meaning: Child of the gods
Joan
- Origin: English
- Meaning: God is gracious
Jody
- Origin: Hebrew
- Meaning: Jewish woman
Joey
- Origin: English and Hebrew
- Meaning: God will increase
Jojo
- Origin: British
- Meaning: Raised by God
June
- Origin: Latin
- Meaning: Young
Juno
- Origin: Latin
- Meaning: Goddess of marriage and childbirth
K
Kaci
- Origin: English
- Meaning: Watchful or alert
Kala
- Origin: Indian and Pacific Islander
- Meaning: Art
Kami
- Origin: Indian
- Meaning: Whose desires are fulfilled
Kara
- Origin: Greek and Italian
- Meaning: Beloved or darling one
Kate
- Origin: Latin
- Meaning: Pure or clear
Katy
- Origin: English
- Meaning: Pure
Kaya
- Origin: Scandinavian
- Meaning: Pure
Kaye
- Origin: English
- Meaning: Keeper of the keys or pure
Keri
- Origin: Irish
- Meaning: Dark or dusky
Keva
- Origin: Irish
- Meaning: Gentle, beautiful, or precious
Kimi
- Origin: Japanese
- Meaning: Beautiful or delight
Kira
- Origin: Japanese
- Meaning: Glittery or shiny
Kyla
- Origin: Hebrew
- Meaning: Victorious
Kyra
- Origin: Greek
- Meaning: Lady
L
Lace
- Origin: French
- Meaning: Fine open woven fabric
Lacy
- Origin: English and Irish
- Meaning: From Lassy
Laia
- Origin: Spanish
- Meaning: Well spoken
Lake
- Origin: English
- Meaning: Deep body of water
Lana
- Origin: Irish
- Meaning: Little rock
Lane
- Origin: English
- Meaning: From the long path
Lara
- Origin: Greek
- Meaning: Happy or cheerful
Lark
- Origin: American
- Meaning: Songbird
Leah
- Origin: Hebrew
- Meaning: Wild cow
Leda
- Origin: Greek
- Meaning: Lady
Lena
- Origin: Greek
- Meaning: Ray of light
Lexi/Lexy
- Origin: Greek
- Meaning: Defender of man
Leya
- Origin: Spanish
- Meaning: Law abiding
Lila/Lyla
- Origin: Hebrew
- Meaning: Night or dark beauty
Lilo
- Origin: Hawaiian
- Meaning: Generous one
Lisa
- Origin: English
- Meaning: God is my oath
Lita
- Origin: Latin
- Meaning: Gladly
Liza
- Origin: English
- Meaning: God is my oath
Lois
- Origin: Greek
- Meaning: More desirable
Lola
- Origin: Spanish
- Meaning: Sorrows
Lora
- Origin: Latin
- Meaning: Laurel
Lori
- Origin: English
- Meaning: Laurel tree
Love
- Origin: English
- Meaning: Love or affection
Lucy
- Origin: English
- Meaning: Light bringer
Lula
- Origin: English
- Meaning: Famous warrior
Lulu
- Origin: Swahili
- Meaning: Pearl
Luna
- Origin: Italian, Spanish, and Latin
- Meaning: Moon
Lynn
- Origin: Welsh
- Meaning: Lake
M
Macy
- Origin: French
- Meaning: Weapon
Madi/Mady
- Origin: German
- Meaning: Maiden
Maia/Maya
- Origin: Greek
- Meaning: Great, brave, and confident
Mala
- Origin: Indian
- Meaning: Garland of flowers
Mara
- Origin: Hebrew
- Meaning: Bitter or strong
Mary
- Origin: Hebrew
- Meaning: Beloved
Mila
- Origin: Russian
- Meaning: Dear one
Mina
- Origin: German
- Meaning: Love
Miya
- Origin: Japanese
- Meaning: Beautiful, relaxed
Mona
- Origin: Irish and Italian
- Meaning: Noble or aristocrat
Myla
- Origin: English
- Meaning: Merciful
Myra
- Origin: Greek
- Meaning: Sweet smelling oil
N
Naia
- Origin: Greek
- Meaning: Water nymph
Nala
- Origin: African
- Meaning: Queen
Nara
- Origin: Celtic
- Meaning: Happy
Navi
- Origin: Indian
- Meaning: One who is kind
Navy
- Origin: English
- Meaning: Dark blue
Naya
- Origin: Arabic
- Meaning: New
Niah
- Origin: Gaelic
- Meaning: Lustrous
Niki
- Origin: Greek
- Meaning: Victory
Nina
- Origin: English
- Meaning: Favor or grace
Nita
- Origin: Spanish
- Meaning: Gift of God
Noel
- Origin: French
- Meaning: Christmas
Nola
- Origin: Irish
- Meaning: Fair shoulder
Noor
- Origin: Arabic
- Meaning: Light
Nora
- Origin: Irish
- Meaning: Light
Nori
- Origin: Japanese
- Meaning: Law or rule
Nova
- Origin: Latin
- Meaning: New
Nyla
- Origin: Arabic
- Meaning: Winner
Nyra
- Origin: Indian
- Meaning: Beauty of goddess Saraswati
O
Olga
- Origin: Russian
- Meaning: Blessed or holy
Onyx
- Origin: Greek
- Meaning: Black gemstone
Opal
- Origin: Sanskrit
- Meaning: Jewel or gem
Orla
- Origin: Irish
- Meaning: Golden princess
P
Page
- Origin: Middle English
- Meaning: Assistant or helper
Paty
- Origin: Latin
- Meaning: Noble
Penn
- Origin: Old English
- Meaning: Hill
Pepa
- Origin: Hebrew and Spanish
- Meaning: God increases
Peri
- Origin: English
- Meaning: Dweller by the pear tree
Peta
- Origin: Native American
- Meaning: Golden Eagle
Pipa
- Origin: English
- Meaning: Lover of horses
Posy
- Origin: English
- Meaning: Small flower
Pria
- Origin: Indian
- Meaning: Dear or beloved
Prim
- Origin: French
- Meaning: Small, delicate one
Prue
- Origin: Latin
- Meaning: Good judgement or prudence
Q
Quil
- Origin: Irish
- Meaning: One who writes with a quill pen
Quin
- Origin: Celtic
- Meaning: Wise or counsel
R
Raia/Raya
- Origin: Hebrew
- Meaning: Friend
Rain
- Origin: American
- Meaning: Abundant blessings showered from above
Raye
- Origin: German
- Meaning: Wise protector
Reba
- Origin: Hebrew
- Meaning: Fourth born
Rene
- Origin: French
- Meaning: Born again
Reva
- Origin: Indian and Sanskrit
- Meaning: One that moves
Rhia
- Origin: Greek
- Meaning: Flowering
Rita
- Origin: Greek
- Meaning: Pearl
Roma
- Origin: Italian
- Meaning: One who is from Rome
Romi
- Origin: Latin
- Meaning: Dew of the sea
Rona
- Origin: Scandinavian
- Meaning: Mighty strength
Rory
- Origin: Irish
- Meaning: Red haired king
Rosa
- Origin: Latin
- Meaning: Rose
Rose
- Origin: Latin
- Meaning: Rose
Roxy
- Origin: American
- Meaning: Dawn or bright
Ruby
- Origin: Latin
- Meaning: Red
Rudy
- Origin: German
- Meaning: Red hair or wolf
Ruth
- Origin: Hebrew
- Meaning: Companion
S
Sage
- Origin: Latin
- Meaning: Wise
Sana
- Origin: Arabic
- Meaning: Brightness
Sara
- Origin: Hebrew
- Meaning: Princess
Shay
- Origin: Irish
- Meaning: Hawk
Shia
- Origin: Arabic
- Meaning: Followers
Siri
- Origin: Scandinavian
- Meaning: Beautiful victory
Sita
- Origin: Indian
- Meaning: Furrow
Skye
- Origin: Old Norse
- Meaning: Cloud
Snow
- Origin: English
- Meaning: Frozen rain
Sola
- Origin: Spanish
- Meaning: She who is alone
Star
- Origin: American
- Meaning: Star
Suki
- Origin: Japanese
- Meaning: Beloved
Suri
- Origin: Persian
- Meaning: Red rose
Suzy
- Origin: English
- Meaning: Lily
T
Tana
- Origin: Greek
- Meaning: Fire or star goddess
Tara
- Origin: Sanskrit and Gaelic
- Meaning: Hill or star
Tess
- Origin: Greek
- Meaning: To reap or harvest
Thea
- Origin: Greek
- Meaning: Goddess
Tina
- Origin: Old English
- Meaning: River
Tish
- Origin: Latin
- Meaning: Joy or gladness
Tobi/Toby
- Origin: Hebrew
- Meaning: God is good
Toni
- Origin: German and English
- Meaning: Priceless one
Tori
- Origin: English
- Meaning: Conqueror
True
- Origin: English
- Meaning: Real or genuine
Tula
- Origin: German
- Meaning: Strength
Tyra
- Origin: Old Norse
- Meaning: Fighting thunder goddess
U
Ulma
- Origin: Latin
- Meaning: Of the elm tree
Ursa
- Origin: Latin
- Meaning: Little bear
V
Vale
- Origin: Latin
- Meaning: One who dwells in the Valley
Vana
- Origin: Cambodian
- Meaning: Golden
Vega
- Origin: Spanish
- Meaning: Dweller by the meadow
Vela
- Origin: Italian and Croatian
- Meaning: Coastline
Vera
- Origin: Russian
- Meaning: Faith or truth
Vida
- Origin: Latin
- Meaning: Life
Vina
- Origin: Indian
- Meaning: Stringed instrument
Vivi
- Origin: Latin
- Meaning: Alive
W
Wild
- Origin: Old English
- Meaning: Untamed
Wina
- Origin: Welsh
- Meaning: Blessed peacemaking
Wren
- Origin: English
- Meaning: Small bird
Y
Yael
- Origin: Hebrew
- Meaning: Mountain goat
Yara
- Origin: Arabic
- Meaning: Small butterfly
Yola
- Origin: Greek and Spanish
- Meaning: Violet flower
Yvie
- Origin: Hebrew
- Meaning: Alive
Z
Zaia
- Origin: Arabic
- Meaning: Light
Zara
- Origin: Hebrew
- Meaning: Princess or lady
Zaya
- Origin: Native American
- Meaning: A woman who wins
Zina
- Origin: Greek
- Meaning: Guest
Zion
- Origin: Hebrew
- Meaning: Hill of Jerusalem
Ziya
- Origin: Turkish and Arabic
- Meaning: Radiance
Zoey/Zoie
- Origin: Greek
- Meaning: Life
Zola
- Origin: Latin
- Meaning: Earth
Zora
- Origin: Slavic
- Meaning: Dawn
Zori
- Origin: Bulgarian
- Meaning: Golden dawn
Zyra
- Origin: Hebrew
- Meaning: Dawn or messenger
And there you have it—290+ fabulous four letter girl names to light up your naming adventure! From sweet and sassy to chic and classic, this list has covered it all. Whether you’re all about that short and punchy vibe or looking for a name that’s easy for even the tiniest tots to spell, we’ve got you covered.
Choosing a name should be as fun as it is meaningful, and these names deliver on both fronts. Whether you’re continuing a naming tradition or seeking something refreshingly new, these names provide endless possibilities.
So, which names stole your heart? Did you find the perfect name that sings to your soul? Let me know in the comments below!
And if you are still looking for more inspiration on your naming journey, be sure to check out all our other great baby name lists.
