When parents choose special names for their daughters, they often look to big cities for motivation. Modern families love picking names that remind them of bright lights, tall buildings, and rousing places worldwide.
Some pick names like Paris, Sydney, or Vienna – all beautiful cities that make wonderful names for little girls. These names carry a touch of experience and style, making them ideal for families who dream big.
Just like each city has its special feeling, these names give girls a special identity. From calm Florence to active Brooklyn, city-inspired names paint a picture of strength and looks.
This growing trend shows how our changing world impacts how we name the next generation.
Metro-Chic Names Perfect For Your Trendsetter
1. Abigail
Meaning: Father’s joy
Origin: Hebrew
2. Addie
Meaning: Noble
Origin: English
3. Addison
Meaning: Son of Adam
Origin: English
4. Adelaide
Meaning: Noble kind
Origin: German
5. Adeline
Meaning: Noble
Origin: French
6. Adley
Meaning: From the meadow
Origin: English
7. Adriana
Meaning: Dark, rich
Origin: Latin
8. Adrienne
Meaning: Dark
Origin: French
9. Ainsley
Meaning: One’s meadow
Origin: Scottish
10. Alana
Meaning: Rock, Harmony
Origin: Celtic
11. Alethea
Meaning: Truth
Origin: Greek
12. Alexa
Meaning: Defender of humanity
Origin: Greek
13. Alexis
Meaning: Protector
Origin: Greek
14. Alice
Meaning: Noble, kind
Origin: Old French
15. Alina
Meaning: Bright, beautiful
Origin: Slavic
16. Allie
Meaning: Noble, kind
Origin: English
17. Allora
Meaning: My beautiful daughter
Origin: Latin
18. Ally
Meaning: A form of Alice, meaning noble
Origin: English
19. Alora
Meaning: My beautiful daughter
Origin: Latin
20. Amaya
Meaning: Night rain
Origin: Japanese
21. Amelia
Meaning: Industrious, striving
Origin: German
22. Amelie
Meaning: Hardworking
Origin: French
23. Amora
Meaning: Love
Origin: Latin
24. Anabel
Meaning: Graceful and beautiful
Origin: Spanish
25. Anabelle
Meaning: Lovable
Origin: French
26. Anais
Meaning: Grace
Origin: Greek
27. Anastasia
Meaning: Resurrection
Origin: Greek
28. Anaya
Meaning: Caring
Origin: Hebrew
29. Aniston
Meaning: Son of Ann
Origin: English
30. Annabelle
Meaning: Lovable
Origin: Latin
31. Anneliese
Meaning: Grace and favor
Origin: German
32. Arabella
Meaning: Yielding to prayer
Origin: Latin
33. Arden
Meaning: High, elevated
Origin: English
34. Aria
Meaning: Air, song
Origin: Italian
35. Ariana
Meaning: Very holy
Origin: Greek
36. Ariane
Meaning: Very holy
Origin: Greek
37. Ariel
Meaning: Lion of God
Origin: Hebrew
38. Ariella
Meaning: Lion of God
Origin: Hebrew
39. Arwen
Meaning: Noble maiden
Origin: Welsh
40. Ashlyn
Meaning: Dream
Origin: English
41. Ashlynn
Meaning: Dream
Origin: English
42. Aspen
Meaning: Tree of the ash tree meadow
Origin: English
43. Aubrey
Meaning: Elf ruler
Origin: German
44. Aubrielle
Meaning: A combination of Aubrey and Elle
Origin: English
45. Audrey
Meaning: Noble strength
Origin: English
46. Autumn
Meaning: Season of harvest
Origin: Latin
47. Ava
Meaning: Life, bird
Origin: Latin
48. Avalon
Meaning: Island of apples
Origin: Celtic
49. Avery
Meaning: Ruler of the elves
Origin: English
50. Aviva
Meaning: Springtime
Origin: Hebrew
51. Azalea
Meaning: Dry
Origin: Greek
52. Azura
Meaning: Sky blue
Origin: Persian
53. Bailey
Meaning: Bailiff, steward
Origin: English
54. Bea
Meaning: Bringer of joy
Origin: Latin
55. Beatrice
Meaning: Bringer of happiness
Origin: Latin
56. Beatrix
Meaning: She who brings happiness
Origin: Latin
57. Bela
Meaning: White, fair
Origin: Hungarian
58. Bella
Meaning: Beautiful
Origin: Italian
59. Bellamy
Meaning: Good friend
Origin: Old French
60. Bellatrix
Meaning: Female warrior
Origin: Latin
61. Bexley
Meaning: Box tree meadow
Origin: English
62. Bianca
Meaning: White
Origin: Italian
63. Blair
Meaning: Field or plain
Origin: Scottish
64. Blythe
Meaning: Free spirit
Origin: English
65. Bria
Meaning: Strong, noble
Origin: Irish
66. Briar
Meaning: A thorny patch
Origin: English
67. Bridget
Meaning: Strength, power
Origin: Irish
68. Brielle
Meaning: God is my strength
Origin: French
69. Brienne
Meaning: Strong, virtuous
Origin: Celtic
70. Brighton
Meaning: Bright town
Origin: Old English
71. Briley
Meaning: A place name
Origin: English
72. Brinley
Meaning: Burnt meadow
Origin: English
73. Brooklyn
Meaning: Broken land
Origin: Dutch
74. Brooklynne
Meaning: A modern variation of Brooklyn
Origin: English
75. Brynlee
Meaning: From the hill
Origin: Welsh
76. Caden
Meaning: Spirit of battle
Origin: American
77. Cadence
Meaning: Rhythm
Origin: Latin
78. Caitlin
Meaning: Pure
Origin: Irish
79. Calista
Meaning: MostBeautifull
Origin: Greek
80. Calla
Meaning: Beautiful
Origin: Greek
81. Callie
Meaning: Beautiful
Origin: Greek
82. Callista
Meaning: Most Beautiful
Origin: Greek
83. Camber
Meaning: Curved, arched
Origin: Welsh
84. Cameron
Meaning: Crooked nose
Origin: Scottish
85. Camila
Meaning: Young ceremonial attendant
Origin: Latin
86. Camilla
Meaning: Helper to the priest
Origin: Latin
87. Camille
Meaning: Helper to the priest
Origin: French
88. Camryn
Meaning: Crooked nose
Origin: Welsh
89. Capri
Meaning: From the island of Capri
Origin: Italian
90. Caprianna
Meaning: A variation of Capri
Origin: Italian
91. Caprielle
Meaning: A combination of Capri and Elle
Origin: English
92. Cara
Meaning: Beloved
Origin: Latin
93. Carissa
Meaning: Grace
Origin: Greek
94. Carmen
Meaning: Song
Origin: Latin
95. Carolina
Meaning: Free man
Origin: Italian
96. Caroline
Meaning: Free man
Origin: German
97. Casey
Meaning: Brave
Origin: Irish
98. Cassidy
Meaning: Clever, curly-haired
Origin: Irish
99. Catalina
Meaning: Pure
Origin: Spanish
100. Cecilia
Meaning: Blind, sixth
Origin: Latin
101. Celeste
Meaning: Heavenly
Origin: Latin
102. Celestia
Meaning: Heavenly
Origin: Latin
103. Celine
Meaning: Sky, heaven
Origin: French
104. Charlie
Meaning: Free man
Origin: German
105. Charlotte
Meaning: Free man
Origin: French
106. Chloe
Meaning: Blooming, fertility
Origin: Greek
107. Clara
Meaning: Clear, bright
Origin: Latin
108. Clarissa
Meaning: Clear, bright
Origin: Latin
109. Clarisse
Meaning: Clear, bright
Origin: Latin
110. Clementine
Meaning: Mild, gentle
Origin: Latin
111. Cora
Meaning: Heart
Origin: Greek
112. Coraline
Meaning: Coral-like
Origin: English
113. Cosette
Meaning: Little thing
Origin: French
114. Dahlia
Meaning: Flower named after botanist
Origin: Swedish
115. Daisy
Meaning: Day’s eye (flower)
Origin: English
116. Daisymae
Meaning: A combination of Daisy and Mae
Origin: English
117. Dakota
Meaning: Friend, ally
Origin: Native American
118. Daleyza
Meaning: From the valley
Origin: American
119. Dalia
Meaning: Gentle, tender
Origin: Hebrew
120. Dallas
Meaning: From the meadow
Origin: Scottish
121. Danica
Meaning: Morning star
Origin: Slavic
122. Daphne
Meaning: Laurel tree
Origin: Greek
123. Darby
Meaning: Deer Park
Origin: Irish
124. Darcy
Meaning: Dark
Origin: French
125. Deirdre
Meaning: Sorrowful
Origin: Irish
126. Delaney
Meaning: From the alder tree grove
Origin: Irish
127. Delilah
Meaning: Delicate, weak
Origin: Hebrew
128. Della
Meaning: Noble
Origin: Old English
129. Delphine
Meaning: Dolphin
Origin: Greek
130. Denver
Meaning: Green Valley
Origin: French
131. Dora
Meaning: Gift
Origin: Greek
132. Dorian
Meaning: Of the Dorian tribe
Origin: Greek
133. Dorothy
Meaning: Gift of God
Origin: Greek
134. Dylan
Meaning: Son of the sea
Origin: Welsh
135. Eden
Meaning: Paradise, delight
Origin: Hebrew
136. Elara
Meaning: A moon of Jupiter
Origin: Greek
137. Eleanor
Meaning: Shining light
Origin: Greek
138. Eliza
Meaning: God is my oath
Origin: Hebrew
139. Ella
Meaning: Fairy maiden
Origin: German
140. Elle
Meaning: She
Origin: French
141. Eloisa
Meaning: Famous warrior
Origin: Spanish
142. Eloise
Meaning: Healthy, wide
Origin: French
143. Elowen
Meaning: Elm tree
Origin: Cornish
144. Ember
Meaning: Spark, burning low
Origin: English
145. Emberly
Meaning: Spark
Origin: English
146. Emerson
Meaning: Son of Emery
Origin: German
147. Emery
Meaning: Brave, powerful
Origin: German
148. Emilia
Meaning: Rival
Origin: Latin
149. Emmeline
Meaning: Work, rival
Origin: German
150. Emory
Meaning: Brave, powerful
Origin: Old English
151. Esme
Meaning: Loved, esteemed
Origin: French
152. Eve
Meaning: Life
Origin: Hebrew
153. Everly
Meaning: Wild boar in a meadow
Origin: English
154. Evie
Meaning: Life
Origin: Hebrew
155. Fable
Meaning: A story with a moral lesson
Origin: English
156. Faith
Meaning: Trust
Origin: Latin
157. Fallon
Meaning: Leader
Origin: Irish
158. Farrah
Meaning: Happiness
Origin: Arabic
159. Farren
Meaning: A place of happiness
Origin: Old English
160. Faye
Meaning: Fairy
Origin: French
161. Felice
Meaning: Happy
Origin: Latin
162. Felicity
Meaning: Happiness
Origin: Latin
163. Fern
Meaning: Fern plant
Origin: Old English
164. Finley
Meaning: Fair warrior
Origin: Irish
165. Finnley
Meaning: Fair warrior
Origin: Irish
166. Fiona
Meaning: Fair
Origin: Gaelic
167. Flannery
Meaning: Red-haired
Origin: Irish
168. Fleur
Meaning: Flower
Origin: French
169. Flora
Meaning: Flower
Origin: Latin
170. Florence
Meaning: Flowering, prosperous
Origin: Latin
171. Frances
Meaning: Free one
Origin: Latin
172. Francesca
Meaning: Free one
Origin: Italian
173. Freya
Meaning: Lady, noblewoman
Origin: Norse
174. Gabrielle
Meaning: God is my strength
Origin: Hebrew
175. Galadriel
Meaning: Lady of light
Origin: Elvish (Lord of the Rings)
176. Galilea
Meaning: A region in Israel
Origin: Hebrew
177. Gemma
Meaning: Precious stone
Origin: Italian
178. Georgia
Meaning: Farmer
Origin: Greek
179. Gia
Meaning: God is gracious
Origin: Italian
180. Giselle
Meaning: Pledge, hostage
Origin: German
181. Grace
Meaning: Grace
Origin: Latin
182. Gracelyn
Meaning: Graceful
Origin: English
183. Gracie
Meaning: Grace
Origin: Latin
184. Greer
Meaning: Watchful, guardian
Origin: Scottish
185. Greta
Meaning: Pearl
Origin: German
186. Gwendolyn
Meaning: Fair, blessed ring
Origin: Welsh
187. Hadley
Meaning: Heather field
Origin: English
188. Haisley
Meaning: Hay Meadow
Origin: English
189. Halcyon
Meaning: Calm, peaceful
Origin: Greek
190. Haley
Meaning: Hay Meadow
Origin: English
191. Halia
Meaning: A form of Halley, meaning “home ruler”
Or.igin: Hawaiian
192. Hallie
Meaning: A form of Helen, meaning “bright”
O.rigin: Greek
193. Harlow
Meaning: Army hill
Origin: Old English
194. Harper
Meaning: Harp player
Origin: Old English
195Harperly
Meaning: Harp player
Origin: Old English
301. Nella
Meaning: Bright, shining
Origin: Italian
302. Neve
Meaning: Snow
Origin: Latin
303. Nia
Meaning: Purpose
Origin: Swahili
304. Nina
Meaning: Little girl, strong
Origin: Spanish
305. Noelle
Meaning: Christmas
Origin: French
306. Nola
Meaning: Famous, noble
Origin: Irish
307. Nora
Meaning: Light
Origin: Irish
308. Norah
Meaning: Honor
Origin: Latin
309. Nova
Meaning: New
Origin: Latin
310. Novella
Meaning: New, young
Origin: Latin
311. Nyla
Meaning: Champion
Origin: Arabic
312. Ocean
Meaning: Large body of water
Origin: Greek
313. Odalys
Meaning: Wealthy
Origin: Spanish
314. Odessa
Meaning: Long journey
Origin: Greek
315. Olive
Meaning: Olive tree
Origin: Latin
316. Olivia
Meaning: Olive tree
Origin: Latin
317. Olympia
Meaning: From Mount Olympus
Origin: Greek
318. Opal
Meaning: Gemstone
Origin: Sanskrit
319. Ophelia
Meaning: Help
Origin: Greek
320. Ottilie
Meaning: Prosperous in battle
Origin: German
321. Paige
Meaning: Young servant
Origin: English
322. Paisley
Meaning: Church
Origin: Scottish
323. Palmer
Meaning: Pilgrim
Origin: English
324. Paloma
Meaning: Dove
Origin: Spanish
325. Paris
Meaning: City of lights
Origin: Greek
326. Penelope
Meaning: Weaver
Origin: Greek
327. Penrose
Meaning: A place name
Origin: English
328. Perdita
Meaning: Lost
Origin: Latin
329. Peridot
Meaning: A gemstone
Origin: Greek
330. Peyton
Meaning: From the village of warriors
Origin: English
331. Phoebe
Meaning: Bright, shining
Origin: Greek
332. Phoenix
Meaning: Mythical bird of rebirth
Origin: Greek
333. Piper
Meaning: Flute player
Origin: English
334. Pippa
Meaning: Lover of horses
Origin: Italian
335. Poppy
Meaning: Flower
Origin: Latin
336. Presley
Meaning: Priest’s Meadow
Origin: English
337. Quinn
Meaning: Wise
Origin: Irish
338. Raegan
Meaning: Little ruler
Origin: Irish
339. Raven
Meaning: Dark-haired
Origin: English
340. Raye
Meaning: Ewe, female sheep
Origin: Hebrew
341. Reese
Meaning: Enthusiastic
Origin: Welsh
342. Remi
Meaning: Oarsman
Origin: French
343. Renata
Meaning: Rebirth
Origin: Latin
344. Renna
Meaning: Rebirth
Origin: Latin
345. Rhea
Meaning: Flowing stream
Origin: Greek
346. Riley
Meaning: Courageous
Origin: Irish
347. River
Meaning: A flowing body of water
Origin: English
348. Rome
Meaning: From the city of Rome
Origin: Latin
349. Romilly
Meaning: A place name
Origin: French
350. Romy
Meaning: Rose
Origin: Latin
351. Rosalie
Meaning: Rose
Origin: Latin
352. Rosamund
Meaning: Rose of the world
Origin: German
353. Rose
Meaning: Flower
Origin: Latin
354. Rowan
Meaning: Little redhead
Origin: Irish
355. Roxanne
Meaning: Dawn
Origin: Persian
356. Ruby
Meaning: Precious red stone
Origin: Latin
357. Sable
Meaning: Black
Origin: English
358. Sadie
Meaning: Princess
Origin: Hebrew
359. Saffron
Meaning: A yellow-orange spice
Origin: English
360. Sage
Meaning: Wise
Origin: Latin
361. Salome
Meaning: Peace
Origin: Hebrew
362. Samara
Meaning: Protected by God
Origin: Hebrew
363. Sari
Meaning: Princess
Origin: Hebrew
364. Sariyah
Meaning: Cloud, sky
Origin: Arabic
365. Saylor
Meaning: Sailor
Origin: English
366. Scarlett
Meaning: Red
Origin: English
367. Scout
Meaning: A person who gathers information
Origin: American
368. Selah
Meaning: To pause, reflect
Origin: Hebrew
369. Selene
Meaning: Moon goddess
Origin: Greek
370. Selina
Meaning: Moon
Origin: Greek
371. Sena
Meaning: Prayer
Origin: Arabic
372. Serena
Meaning: Serene, calm
Origin: Latin
373. Shelby
Meaning: Willow farm
Origin: English
374. Shiloh
Meaning: Peaceful
Origin: Hebrew
375. Sienna
Meaning: Reddish brown
Origin: Italian
376. Simone
Meaning: He who hears
Origin: Hebrew
377. Skylar
Meaning: Scholar
Origin: Dutch
378. Sloan
Meaning: Raider
Origin: Irish
379. Sloane
Meaning: Warrior
Origin: Irish
380. Soleil
Meaning: Sun
Origin: French
381. Sonya
Meaning: Wisdom
Origin: Russian
382. Sophia
Meaning: Wisdom
Origin: Greek
383. Sophie
Meaning: Wisdom
Origin: Greek
384. Soraya
Meaning: The Pleiades (star cluster)
Origin: Persian
385. Stella
Meaning: Star
Origin: Latin
386. Suri
Meaning: Red rose
Origin: Hebrew
387. Sutton
Meaning: South town
Origin: English
388. Sydney
Meaning: Wide island
Origin: English
389. Sylvie
Meaning: Forest
Origin: Latin
390. Tallulah
Meaning: Leaping water
Origin: Native American
391. Tamsin
Meaning: Twin
Origin: English
392. Taryn
Meaning: Earth, stone
Origin: Irish
393. Tess
Meaning: Harvest
Origin: Greek
394. Tessa
Meaning: To gather
Origin: Greek
395. Thalia
Meaning: To blossom
Origin: Greek
396. Thea
Meaning: Goddess
Origin: Greek
397. Thelma
Meaning: Will, volition
Origin: Greek
398. Tiana
Meaning: Princess
Origin: Slavic
399. Tilly
Meaning: Mighty in battle
Origin: German
400. Tinsley
Meaning: From the town of Tinsley
Origin: English
401. Tori
Meaning: Victorious
Origin: Latin
402. Trinity
Meaning: Three
Origin: Latin
403. Tyla
Meaning: A variant of Tyler, meaning “tile maker.”
Origin: English
404. Valencia
Meaning: Strength, health
Origin: Spanish
405. Valentina
Meaning: Strong, healthy
Origin: Latin
406. Valeria
Meaning: Strength, health
Origin: Latin
407. Veda
Meaning: Wisdom, knowledge
Origin: Sanskrit
408. Vera
Meaning: True
Origin: Russian
409. Verity
Meaning: Truth
Origin: Latin
410. Verona
Meaning: True image
Origin: Italian
411. Victoria
Meaning: Victory
Origin: Latin
The Bottom Line
Picking a name inspired by cities gives little girls a special connection to special places around the world. These names carry stories of culture, history, and dreams within them.
When someone meets a girl named Chelsea, London, or Milan, they might think of the wonderful cities these names come from.
While some prefer traditional names, city-inspired names show how our world is becoming more connected.
These names can make girls feel secure and impressive, just like the busy cities they’re named after.
As our world grows closer, more parents might choose names like Vienna, Brooklyn, or Geneva for their daughters.
These pretty city names remind us that every girl can shine bright and make her path, just like the bright lights of the cities that encouraged their names.
