The 100 Best Bird Names for Baby Girls: Pretty & Unique Options

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Plus tips for picking the perfect bird name for your daughter!

Co-authored by Dr. Hayley Elizabeth Wilson and Bailey Cho

Last Updated: September 26, 2025 Fact Checked

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Birds symbolize freedom, beauty, and grace, making them the perfect source of inspiration for a baby name. In this article, we’re providing an extensive list of bird-inspired names for girls, including their symbolism and meanings. We’ll also share tips on choosing the perfect name for your daughter, whether you want something pretty, cute, or unique!

Beautiful Bird Names for Girls

• Dove: A bird that symbolizes peace.
• Paloma: Latin and Spanish name meaning “dove.”
• Wren: Old English name meaning “small songbird.”
• Aquilina: Feminine variation of “Aquilo,” the Latin name meaning “eagle.”
• Mavis: French name meaning “songbird.”

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Pretty Bird Names for Girls

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   Pick a pretty and elegant bird name that flows well. From the peaceful dove to the cheerful sparrow, there are so many birds that represent positive qualities you may want in a daughter. Here are some of the prettiest options that sound sweet, beautiful, and melodic:

   • Aderyn: Cornish name meaning “bird.”
   • Alondra: Spanish name meaning “lark.”
   • Arden: English and Celtic name meaning “great forest, high valley, or valley of the eagle.”
   • Arnelle: English name meaning “eagle power.”
   • Astor: German and English name meaning “hawk.”
   • Ava: Latin name meaning “bird.”
   • Avelot: Old English name meaning “bird.”
   • Calandra: Greek name meaning “lark.”
   • Carolina: A type of wren bird.
   • Celandine: Greek name for “swallow.”
   • Coumba: West African name meaning “dove.”
   • Cygnet: A term for a young swan.
   • Daya: Hebrew name meaning “bird of prey.”
   • Dove: A bird that symbolizes peace.
   • Falcon: English name meaning “bird in the hawk family.”
   • Halcyon: Greek name meaning “kingfisher bird.”
   • Jemima: Hebrew name meaning “dove.”
   • Jenna: Hebrew name meaning “small bird.”
   • Lark: English name for a type of songbird.
   • Leda: The mother of Helen of Troy in Greek mythology, associated with a swan.
   • Oriole: Latin name meaning “golden.”
   • Paloma: Latin and Spanish name meaning “dove.”
   • Raven: Old English name meaning “dark-haired, wise, or blackbird.”
   • Rhea: A large flightless bird native to South America.
   • Robin: Old German name meaning “bright fame.”
   • Sparrow: A small, chirpy, and quick bird.
   • Starling: A type of songbird.
   • Swan: A large waterbird known for its grace.
   • Wren: Old English name meaning “small songbird.”
   • Yara: Arabic name meaning “small butterfly,” also a bird in Brazilian folklore.
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Cute Bird Names for Girls

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   Choose a cute bird name that’s sweet and spunky. Looking for a bird name that signals sass, sweetness, and strength? Go for something cute that captures your daughter’s spirit! Here are some cute bird names and their meanings:

   • Ainara: Basque name meaning “swallow.”
   • Aviana: A variation of “Avis,” the Latin name meaning “bird.”
   • Ayah: Hebrew name meaning “bird or falcon.”
   • Birdie: English name meaning “bird-like.”
   • Canary: English name for a small yellow bird.
   • Derora: Hebrew name meaning “sparrow.”
   • Deryn: Welsh name meaning “bird.”
   • Fia: Irish name meaning “wild bird.”
   • Finch: English name meaning “songbird.”
   • Gannet: German name meaning “goose.”
   • Hen: Scottish term of endearment for a girl or woman.
   • Jarita: Hindi-Sanskrit name meaning “mother or legendary bird.”
   • Jedda: Australian Aboriginal name meaning “wren.”
   • Koko: Japanese name meaning “stork.”
   • Lihini: Sinhalese name meaning “bird.”
   • Merel: Dutch name meaning “blackbird.”
   • Patzi: Native American name meaning “yellow bird.”
   • Phoebe: Greek name meaning “bright or radiant,” also a bird.
   • Phoenix: Greek origin; signifies the mythical bird known for its cyclical rebirth from ashes after being consumed by fire.
   • Pipit: A type of small bird.
   • Raicho: Japanese name meaning “thunderbird.”
   • Sasa: Cherokee name meaning “goose.”
   • Suna: Turkish name meaning “duck.”
   • Teal: A type of small duck.
   • Yona: Hebrew name meaning “dove.”
   • Zoe: Greek name meaning “life,” also associated with a small bird.

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Unique Bird Names for Girls

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   Look up bird names in different languages to stand out from the crowd. If you want something truly rare and one-of-a-kind, look up bird species in different languages. Here are some unique baby girl names you won’t hear often:

   • Aghavni: Armenian name meaning “dove.”
   • Aquilina: Feminine variation of “Aquilo,” the Latin name meaning “eagle.”
   • Avis: Latin name meaning “bird.”
   • Bong: Korean name meaning “mythical bird.”
   • Chenoa: Native American name meaning “white dove.”
   • Columba: Latin name meaning “dove.”
   • Coronis: Greek name meaning “crow.”
   • Efron: Hebrew name meaning “lark.”
   • Enara: Basque name meaning “swallow.”
   • Faigy: Feminine variation of “Faigel,” the Yiddish name meaning “bird.”
   • Hansika: Sinhalese and Hindi name meaning “swan.”
   • Maroochy: Australian Aboriginal name meaning “black swan.”
   • Mayuri: Sanskrit name meaning “peahen or female peacock.”
   • Miigwan: Ojibwe name meaning “a feather.”
   • Sacagawea: Native American name meaning “bird woman.”
   • Sequoia: Native American and Cherokee name meaning “sparrow.”
   • Sinikka: Finnish name meaning “bluebird.”
   • Svala: Nordic name meaning “swallow.”
   • Tazu: Japanese name meaning “rice-field stork.”
   • Tzipora: Hebrew name meaning “bird.”
   • Vega: Arabic and Spanish name meaning “swooping eagle or meadow.”
   • Vireo: Latin name meaning “green bird.”
   • Zippora: Hebrew name meaning “bird.”
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Quirky Bird Names for Girls

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   Go for a quirky and playful name for something truly special. A quirky name can reveal a lot about your daughter’s personality (as well as your own), plus teach your daughter to embrace her authentic self and not take things too seriously. Here are some weird and unusual bird names for a baby girl:

   • Aquila: Latin name meaning “eagle.”
   • Awilix: Mayan name meaning “swallow.”
   • Branwen: Welsh name meaning “blessed raven.”
   • Circe: Greek name meaning “bird.”
   • Corvina: Latin name meaning “like a raven.”
   • Dyveke: Frisian name meaning “dove.”
   • Fringilla: Latin literary name and bird name.
   • Gannet: English name meaning “wild goose.”
   • Gull: Celtic name meaning “long-winged swimming birds.”
   • Iolana: Hawaiian name meaning “soaring like a hawk.”
   • Kestrel: A type of falcon.
   • Kew: Cornish name meaning “chick.”
   • Linnet: A type of finch.
   • Merope: Greek name meaning “bee-eater bird.”
   • Nascha: Navajo name meaning “owl.”
   • Palila: A species of finch from Hawaii.
   • Parastoo: Iranian and Persian name meaning “swallow bird.”
   • Quetzal: Nahuatl name meaning “large beautiful tail feather.”
   • Revna: Old Danish name meaning “raven.”
   • Swanhild: Saxon name meaning “battle swan.”
   • Tori: Japanese name meaning “bird.”
   • Walela: Cherokee name meaning “hummingbird.”
   • Woya: Cherokee name meaning “dove.”

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French Bird Names for Girls

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   Select a French name if you want something soft and romantic. Whether you’re French, a fan of the culture, or just want something beautiful and unique, you’re sure to find a baby name from the romance language below. Here are some beautiful bird names, along with their meanings:

   • Alouette: French name meaning “lark.”
   • Caille: French for “quail.”
   • Chouette: French for “owl.”
   • Colibrí: French and Spanish name meaning “hummingbird.”
   • Faisan: French for “pheasant.”
   • Geai: French for “jay bird.”
   • Héron: French for “heron bird.”
   • Linnet: French name meaning “a small songbird.”
   • Mavis: French name meaning “songbird.”
   • Merle: French name meaning “blackbird.”
   • Petronille: French feminine version of “Petronius,” the Latin name meaning “woodpecker.”
   • Piaf: French surname meaning “sparrow.”
   • Sephora: French variation of “Tziporah,” the Hebrew name meaning “bird.”
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Choosing a Bird-Inspired Name for Your Baby Girl

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1. Choose a name with a special meaning that complements your surname. Every bird represents something unique and beautiful, so look up different species and their meanings to find the perfect name. Many parents want something unique and timeless, but it’s totally up to you. Just make sure you and your partner agree on the choice, check that the initials don’t spell anything awkward or inappropriate, and try to choose a name that will age beautifully so your daughter will love it forever!

   • If you need help, ask your loved ones for suggestions or use our girl name generator.
   • Want a rare and unique name? Check the Social Security Administration’s annual list of the most popular baby names to see what names to avoid.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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   What are the best bird names for boys? From “Altair” to “Jonah,” there are so many bird-inspired names for your baby boy. Here are some cool and classic options for inspiration:

   • Altair: Arabic name meaning “the flying eagle.”
   • Bran: Celtic name meaning “raven.”
   • Callum: Irish name meaning “dove.”
   • Corbin: French name related to the raven.
   • Drake: Old English name meaning “male duck.”
   • Gavin: Welsh name meaning “white hawk.”
   • Jay: A reference to the blue jay.
   • Jonah: Hebrew name meaning “dove.”
   • Rook: A type of crow.
   • Tor: Old Norse name meaning “eagle.”
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   What are some good names for pet birds? Consider your bird’s personality and physical characteristics to choose the perfect name. If they’re red, you could go for “Paprika” or “Cinnamon.” If they’re sassy and playful, you might opt for “Cheeky” or “Happy Feet.” Here’s a collection of cute names for your pet bird:

   • Boy Names: Benny, Clyde, Duke, Harley, Joey, Lewis, Oliver, Pax, Sunny, Ted
   • Girl Names: Aja, Bella, Greta, Holly, Laila, Nancy, Penny, Suzie, Dottie, Lucky
   • Pop Culture Names: Tweety, Daffy, Flit, Zazu, Woodstock, Scuttle, Big Bird, Dodo
   • Punny Names: Duck Norris, Goose Springsteen, Edgar Allen Crow, Flamingo Starr, Chick Jagger
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   What are girl birds called? Generally, female birds are called hens, but some specific birds, like the peafowl, have their own unique name (peahen). Some female birds, like the wren, aren’t called hens, so double-check what the female version of a specific species is.

   • Male birds, on the other hand, are typically known as cocks.
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