Have you just become parents to a little princess?
Congratulations!
Do you, your partner, or any of your family members have their roots in Greece? Or, do you have a soft corner for this country? Or, do you like the history, architecture, culture, traditions, food, and beauty of this country?
Then the chances are that you are looking for a beautiful Greek name for your baby girl!
Now, let me tell you something. If you want to give your newborn angel a name that is culture-inspired and has ancient roots, then the best that you can do is go for the Greek goddess names! Don’t worry. There are tons of Greek heroes, gods, and deities that will give you a lot of inspiration to choose the best, and, of course, a unique name for your baby. In short, you will be spoilt for choice.
Popular Greek Names for Your Baby Girl
I have come up with a list of some of the coolest, most traditional, and most amazing Greek names for your girl child. All you have to do is scroll through the list and choose the one that suits your baby the best.
So, what are you waiting for? Let us start with the gorgeous Greek girl names!
- Athena
Are you into Greek mythology?
Then you may know that Athena was the Goddess of war and wisdom. It is quite a popular name for girls.
- Ariadne
Did you know that according to Greek mythology, Ariadne was the goddess of fertility?
I found the name to be pretty melodic! The name means most holy.
- Ariana
Are you into pop music?
Then you may be familiar with the name Ariana Grande, as she is a famous pop singer.
This name has its origin in the Greek language. It means very holy. It can be a great name for your little princess.
- Aretha
Are you looking for a unique girl name in Greek?
Aretha can be the one! It is taken from the word Arete, which has a Greek origin. This beautiful name means excellent, virtuous, and moral.
- Aphrodite
Do you want to give your newborn a name that has a meaning related to the sea?
Aphrodite is the name! It came from Aphrodisiac. The meaning of this name is born from sea foam. Like it?
- Angelina
This name is very popular – all thanks to the famous Hollywood star Angelina Jolie!
It has Greek origins, and it means a messenger of God or an angel.
- Andromeda
If you are up for a unique Greek name for your sweet baby girl, you can name her Andromeda. The name is quite uncommon, isn’t it?
It means one who rules the man.
- Anastasia
Let me confess. I LOVE the name, Anastasia! It has such elegance and poise to it!
Originated from the Greek language, the meaning of the name is resurrect and “will rise again.”
- Amara
This is another name that I like a lot! It sounds pretty, attractive, and of course, stylish.
Originated from the Greek language, the name itself means grace. Isn’t it cool?
- Amaltheia
The name Amaltheia has its roots in the Latin language. This is a unique Greek name that means healing,
- Alexa
Who doesn’t know about the name Alexa! And the credit goes to Amazon, which named its virtual assistant technology Alexa.
This name has a modern edge to it. The meaning of the name is defending men.
- Alexandra
This name is very common yet classic. You can find many famous personalities who share this beautiful Greek name.
The meaning of the name is the helper and defender of mankind.
- Berenice
Do you want to give your baby a Greek name that is already popular?
Berenice can be the one! And did I tell you that it means one who is victorious?
Now you got more reasons to choose this name.
- Cynthia
Did you know that the name of the moon goddess is Cynthia in Greek mythology?
I don’t know why I find names with meanings related to the moon to be very romantic. And so, I like the name Cynthia quite a lot.
This name has Greek origin, and its meaning is, “from Kinthos.”
- Cora
Are you are up for a short, simple, yet gorgeous name?
How about Cora?
It is a traditional Greek name that has a contemporary feel to it.
It means maiden.
- Cassandra
Cassandra has its roots in the Greek language. This lovely name has several meanings: the insightful one, the one who entangles men, and the one who shines bring among humans.
- Callie
Do you want to give your little princess a name that sounds sweet and that means beautiful?
Callie is the one!
- Calista
Don’t you think Calista is a cool name?
Well, I found it to be both cool and modern. And the best thing about this name is its meaning, which is, “the most beautiful.”
- Calliope
Calliope has a certain creative and bold feel to it. This name of Greek origin means beautiful voice.
Do you want your baby girl to grow up to be a famous singer?
Then you can give her this name.
- Dorothy
Are you looking for a classic Greek name for your girl?
How about Dorothy?
It means the gift of God. Isn’t the meaning lovely?
- Demi
According to Greek mythology, Demi was the goddess of harvest and agriculture.
It is a beautiful Greek name that means the follower of Demeter. The famous Hollywood actress Demi Moore has contributed a lot to make this name famous!
- Daphne
I used to have a friend named Daphne in my school. It is an amazing name that has two meanings. One is a Greek water nymph, and the other one is a Laurel tree.
- Danae
If a unique name is all you want, then Danae is the one!
This name of Greek origin means bright and “the one who judges.”
- Evangeline
Do you want to give your little princess a vintage name?
Evangeline is the one. Doesn’t the name sound pretty?
The meaning of this name is the messenger of good news. Got more reasons to choose this name?
- Ella
Did you know that there is one popular lake Ella in Florida?
This Greek girl’s name means light, fancy and beautiful.
- Eliana
When you pronounce the name Eliana, doesn’t it sound melodic?
I quite like the feel it has. The meaning of this name is “my God has replied.”
- Elena
Are you a fan of the famous “Vampire Diaries” series?
Then you may already like the name Elena like me! It is the name of the main female character in the series.
It means shining light.
- Eleanor
The name Eleanor is a classic one, and it can be a great moniker for your baby girl. It means one who is light-hearted.
- Georgia
This Greek-originated name is gorgeous. I think you have already heard this name – all thanks to its popularity!
It means the lover of the land or a farmer.
- Hera
According to Greek mythology, the name of the queen of Gods was Hera.
It means the protectress.
- Hermione
Are you a fan of the “Harry Potter” series?
Then you may know who Hermione was in that series! And she contributed a lot to making the name so dear to so many people.
The meaning of the name is the messenger of the Gods.
- Helena
The name Helena has a Greek origin.
It means a bright, shining light and beautiful.
- Iris
Did you know that the ancient symbol of power is Iris in Greek mythology?
It can be the perfect name for your girl if you want her to grow up powerful.
The meaning of the name is rainbow and colorful.
- Ida
This name is short, simple, and easy to pronounce. And this is the reason I like it so much!
The meaning of Ida is diligent. Also, it means the Mountain Goddess.
- Jacinta
Jacinta is a classy Greek name for girls. It is pretty uncommon, and it means beautiful.
- Khloe
Now, who doesn’t know about the famous Kardashian sisters, one of whom is Khloe Kardashian! They are very popular media personalities in America.
Khloe is derived from the name of the Greek God of harvest and agriculture, that is Demeter.
The meaning of this name is blooming and verdant.
- Katharine
I LOVE the name, Katharine. It has such a classic tone to it!
Many famous personalities share this gorgeous name. The meaning is “pure.”
- Lydia
If you are here for ancient Greek names, I won’t disappoint you! Lydia is one such name.
Have you read Shakespeare’s “Pride and Prejudice”?
In that, the youngest of the Bennet sisters was Lydia Bennet. The meaning of the name is women from Lydia.
- Lois
The name Lois is short and sweet.
It is originated from the Greek language, and it means superior and great.
- Myrine
Are you looking for a name that is elegant and lovely?
Myrine is the one.
Did you know that in Greek mythology, the warrior queen of the Gorgon Amazon was Myrine?
It means smoothly bounding.
- Myra
The name Myra has a Greek origin. This name has become quite popular these days.
And did I tell you that even I shortlisted this name while searching for a name for my little princess one year back?
So, now you can say how much I like this name!
It means oil that has a sweet smell.
- Mya
The R&B singer Mya Harrison has contributed a lot to making this name famous!
This can be a good choice of name for your daughter.
- Melody
Doesn’t the name Melody have a melodious ring to it?
And the meaning of the name itself is a song.
- Melissa
Let me tell you a sweet story from Greek mythology. When god Zeus was a baby, a nymph took care of him with honey. And that nymph was called Melissa.
So, now you know how the name Melissa was taken from such a loving and caring character.
When it comes to the meaning, it is a honeybee.
- Melanie
This name of Greek origin is very popular.
Some say that it means dark and beautiful. Then there are others who say it means the one who has dark skin.
- Maya
The name Maya has a close connection to Greek mythology.
It has a certain mystical feel to it. Don’t you think so?
It means water.
- Margaret
This traditional name of Greek origin means pearl.
Don’t you like the meaning?
- Nike
Are you into Greek mythology?
Then you may know that the goddess of victory was Nike.
Also, Nike is the name of a famous brand in the sports sector today.
This name is originated from the Greek language, and it is quite modern.
- Nicole
Now, who doesn’t know about the famous Hollywood actress Nicole Kidman?
The name means triumphant and victorious.
- Ophelia
Ophelia is a traditional Greek name for your baby girl. It means wise and helpful.
- Olympia
Did you know Olympia was a name of a goddess who was from Mount Olympus?
This is according to Greek mythology. And it means heavenly.
- Phoenix
Who doesn’t know that Phoenix is the name of an immortal bird that has a connection with several legends?
The meaning of this Greek-originated name is dark red or blood red.
- Phoebe
Do you love TV sitcoms, particularly “Friends”?
Well, I love watching “Friends” where the name of one of the famous characters is Phoebe Buffay.
It is a name of Greek origin that sounds lovely. It means pure and the one who shines bright.
- Penelope
Penelope is a gorgeous name for your daughter. This name became popular – all thanks to the famous Hollywood actress Penelope Cruz!
The meaning of this name is a weaver of thread. And, of course, this name came from the Greek language.
- Phile
Phile sounds very cool. If you are up for a trendy name, this can be the one.
The meaning of this name is “to love.”
- Roxane
The Greek name Roxane has become very common over the years. It has a Persian origin.
Did you know that the name of Alexander the Great’s wife was Roxane?
The meaning of this name is dawn.
- Rhea
The name Rhea has a vintage tone to it.
According to Greek mythology, Rhea means the mother of gods and goddesses. Also, it means a flowing stream of water.
- Sousanna
Do you want to give your baby girl a name that has a close relation to flowers?
How about Sousanna?
This name means Lily. And, you know Lily is a flower. I like how this name has a certain European charm to it.
Shoshannah is a Hebrew name, and the Greek version of it is Sousanna.
- Stephanie
Originated from the Greek language, Stephanie is a beautiful name. It means the crown. Some say that it means victorious.
- Sophie
Sophie is regarded as a variable of Sophia. This Greek name is pretty awesome, and it means wisdom.
- Sofia
This name is another variant of the name Sophia. This name of Greek origin means wisdom.
- Sophia
If you are aware of the common Greek names, you may know that the name Sophia is very popular and has a high level of fan following!
This name of Greek origin means having wisdom.
- Selena
When you say Selena, I think about the famous pop singer Selena Gomez. Yes, this name is THAT popular!
Did you know that the name of an ancient Greek goddess was Selene? And it is where the name Selena comes from.
The meaning of the name is the moon.
- Sara
Did I tell you that my cousin’s name is Sara?
Yes, this name is very popular and quite trendy.
This name is the Scandinavian, Latin, and Greek version of the name Sarah, the meaning of which is a princess.
- Tiffany
This name of Greek origin is very common. I have a friend named Tiffany.
The meaning is a manifestation of God.
- Theresa
You may have heard the name Teresa, but did you know about Theresa?
This Greek-originated name is unique. And it means the hunter or harvester.
- Theodora
Theodora is an old Victorian valentine name. It has a beauty that is different from others. It means the Gift of God.
Isn’t your baby girl truly a gift of God?
Theodora is a perfect name for your little angel!
- Thelma
If you are looking for unique Greek names for girls, Thelma can be the one.
It means willful and ambitious. And it is taken from the Greek language.
- Thea
The name is short and it has quite a serene and artistic tone to it.
It means godly or goddess.
- Thalia
This name of Greek origin is ancient. The meaning of Thaleia is to flourish or to bloom.
Did you know that according to Greek mythology, Zeus’s daughter was Thalia?
- Tessa
If you like the name Theresa but want a shorter version of it, you can go for Tessa.
This name of Greek origin means to collect.
- Vasiliki
The feminine version of the name Vasilis is Vasiliki. It means the queen.
Don’t you find the name to have an aristocratic edge to it?
- Xenia
Xenia is taken from Xenox. In the Greek language, Xenos means a guest or a stranger. And Xenia means hospitable.
It is quite an uncommon name, isn’t it?
- Xanthia
This name has a certain kind of poise!
It is the feminine version of Xanthe Greek, and it means yellow.
- Yolanda
Do you want to give your baby girl a traditional Greek name?
Yolanda can be the one.
It means modest and like a violet flower.
- Zosime
It is quite a unique name for your little angel. This name is the feminine version of the name Zosimos, and it means survivor.
- Zoey
This name has a Greek origin. It is the trendier and more modern form of Zoe, which means life.
- Zephyra
Now, this name is pretty unique. And did I mention how it has a vintage feel to it?
The feminine version of the male name Zephyr is Zephyra. It means the West wind.
- Acacia
Acacia is a classy Greek name for your baby girl. It comes with the meaning of a thorny flower or tree.
Did you know that Acacia tree wood was used to construct the tabernacle?
- Adara
Are you into names that are short, sweet, and elegant?
Adara is the name! It comes with the meaning of beauty – perfect for your little angel.
And did I tell you that it has Greet roots?
- Althaia
The sight of the smiling face of our kids can heal many of our pains, right? Of course, this is true for all parents. And the name Althaia holds a meaning that is close to it.
It is a melodious name for girls that translates to healing. Isn’t it awesome?
- Cressida
Are you into plays and dramas? For example, do you know about Troilus and Cressida – a famous play by William Shakespeare?
In that, one of the main characters has the name Cressida. It has the lovely meaning of gold. And your little one is more precious to you than gold, right?
- Delphine
According to Greek mythology, Delphine is the goddess of winds, earth, and prophesy.
If you want to give your daughter the name of a goddess, you can go with this name. It holds the meaning of “the womb of creation.”
Conclusion
So, which Greek girl names did you like the most?
Let me know in the comments!
Hi, I am Claudia, I run TheQueenMomma’s content creation team, personally focusing on topics which add joy to people’s life. You would usually see me writing on topics like Jokes, Riddles, Truth & Dare as well as Baby Names etc.
In my professional career, I have a Bachelor’s and Master’s in sociology and specialize in media and crime. Once I finished my education, I began my career working as a journalist, reporting on various topics like crime, justice and family law. Even though I valued journalism, I came to the realization that I wanted to have a more immediate impact in people’s lives as well as bring joy to them.