This page lists 48 Greek girl names that start with E, from “Efi” to “Ethra”. The names come from mythology, Orthodox saints, nature, and everyday Greek words, and many have short, friendly nicknames. You can use the list to choose a baby name, name a character in a story, or learn what Greek names mean.
Greek girl names are first names that come from the Greek language, ancient myths, and the Orthodox Christian calendar. Many carry a clear meaning, such as “Eirini” for peace or “Elpida” for hope, and families often name a daughter after a saint.
Below you’ll find the table with the name, pronunciation, Greek spelling, meaning, and description for each entry.
Name: The English spelling of each name, listed in alphabetical order, so you can scan quickly and find the one you want.
Pronunciation: A simple guide to saying each name aloud, with the stressed syllable in capitals, so you can say it the way Greek speakers do.
Greek Spelling: The name written in the Greek alphabet, which helps you see how it looks in its original form or use it in official records.
Meaning: The short English meaning of each name, so you can quickly see what it stands for and pick one that suits your child.
Description: A brief note on the name’s origin, its link to myths or saints, and how common it is in Greece today.
Greek girl names
| Name | Pronunciation | Greek Spelling | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|
| Efi | EH-fee | Έφη | Well-spoken |
| Efrosini | eh-fro-SEE-nee | Ευφροσύνη | Joy, merriment |
| Efterpi | ef-TEHR-pee | Ευτέρπη | Well-pleasing, delightful |
| Efthalia | ef-THAH-lee-ah | Ευθαλία | Flourishing, blooming |
| Efthymia | ef-thee-MEE-ah | Ευθυμία | Good cheer, cheerfulness |
| Eftychia | ef-tee-HEE-ah | Ευτυχία | Good fortune, happiness |
| Eirene | ay-REE-nee | Εἰρήνη | Peace |
| Eirini | ee-REE-nee | Ειρήνη | Peace |
| Ekaterini | eh-kah-teh-REE-nee | Αικατερίνη | Pure |
| Elaia | eh-LEH-ah | Ελαία | Olive tree |
| Elektra | EH-lehk-trah | Ήλέκτρα | Shining, bright, amber |
| Eleftheria | eh-lehf-teh-REE-ah | Ελευθερία | Freedom, liberty |
| Elena | EH-leh-nah | Έλενα | Torch, bright light |
| Eleni | eh-LEH-nee | Ελένη | Torch, shining light |
| Eleonora | eh-leh-oh-NOH-rah | Eλεονώρα | God is my light |
| Eleousa | eh-LEH-oo-sah | Ελεούσα | Merciful, compassionate |
| Elisavet | eh-lee-sah-VEHT | Ελισάβετ | My God is an oath |
| Elli | EH-lee | Έλλη | Greek, from Hellas |
| Elpida | EL-pee-dah | Ελπίδα | Hope |
| Elpiniki | el-pee-NEE-kee | Ελπινίκη | Hope of victory |
| Emmanouela | eh-mah-noo-EH-lah | Εμμανουέλα | God is with us |
| Enyo | EH-nee-oh | Ενυώ | Warlike |
| Eos | EH-ohs | Ηώς | Dawn |
| Erasmia | eh-rahz-MEE-ah | Ερασμία | Beloved, lovely |
| Erato | EH-rah-toh | Ερατώ | Lovely, beloved |
| Eris | EH-rees | Έρις | Strife, discord |
| Ersi | EHR-see | Έρση | Dew |
| Eudora | ef-DOH-rah | Ευδώρα | Good gift |
| Eudoxia | ef-DOHK-see-ah | Ευδοξία | Good reputation, good glory |
| Eugenia | ef-YEH-nee-ah | Ευγενία | Well-born, noble |
| Eulalia | ef-LAH-lee-ah | Ευλαλία | Well-spoken, sweetly speaking |
| Eumenia | ef-MEH-nee-ah | Ευμένεια | Favorable, kindly |
| Eunice | ef-NEE-kee | Ευνίκη | Good victory |
| Eunomia | ef-noh-MEE-ah | Ευνομία | Good order, good law |
| Euphemia | ef-FEE-mee-ah | Ευφημία | Well-spoken, of good repute |
| Euridiki | ef-ree-DEE-kee | Ευρυδίκη | Wide justice |
| Europa | ef-ROH-pah | Ευρώπη | Wide face |
| Evangelia | eh-vahn-YEH-lee-ah | Ευαγγελία | Good news, gospel |
| Evanthia | eh-VAHN-thee-ah | Ευανθία | Blooming well, beautiful flower |
| Evdokia | ev-doh-KEE-ah | Ευδοκία | Goodwill, contentment |
| Evgenia | ev-YEH-nee-ah | Ευγενία | Well-born, noble |
| Evi | EH-vee | Εύη | Good, well |
| Evmorfia | ev-mor-FEE-ah | Ευμορφία | Beauty, good form |
| Evridiki | ev-ree-DEE-kee | Ευρυδίκη | Wide justice |
| Evtychia | ev-tee-HEE-ah | Ευτυχία | Good fortune, happiness |
| Ermioni | ehr-mee-OH-nee | Ερμιόνη | Of Hermes, earthly |
| Erifyli | eh-ree-FEE-lee | Εριφύλη | Of the tribe, strife of the tribe |
| Ethra | EH-thrah | Αἴθρα | Clear sky, bright air |
Descriptions
Efi
A short, affectionate Greek name, often used as a nickname for Efthymia or Efterpi. It is common in Greece today and has a bright, friendly sound.
Efrosini
The modern Greek form of Euphrosyne, one of the three Graces of Greek mythology. It is still used in Greece and is linked to Orthodox saints.
Efterpi
The modern Greek form of Euterpe, the Muse of music and lyric poetry. It remains a traditional name in Greece, often shortened to Efi.
Efthalia
A name drawn from the Greek word for abundant growth. It is a traditional name, given in honor of Saint Efthalia and still heard in Greek villages and islands.
Efthymia
A name celebrating a happy, optimistic spirit. It is tied to the Orthodox Saint Euphemia and has long been popular across Greece, with Efi as a common short form.
Eftychia
From the Greek word for luck and happiness. A well-loved traditional name that parents choose to wish a child a fortunate life.
Eirene
The ancient Greek spelling of Irene, the goddess of peace and one of the Horae. The name spread widely through Christianity and is still popular worldwide.
Eirini
The modern Greek spelling of Eirene, one of the most common Greek girl names. It honors Saint Irene and is used for girls across all of Greece.
Ekaterini
The Greek form of Katherine, tied to Saint Catherine of Alexandria. Its meaning is debated, but it is often linked to the Greek word for pure. Katerina is the usual short form.
Elaia
A nature name taken from the olive tree, a symbol of Greece, peace, and abundance. It is a rare but growing choice for girls.
Elektra
A figure from Greek tragedy, the daughter of Agamemnon who avenged her father’s murder. The name also refers to amber, which gave us the word electricity.
Eleftheria
A patriotic name that honors Greek independence and the goddess of liberty. It carries strong national meaning and is common across Greece.
Elena
A widely used form of Helen, tied to Helen of Troy and Saint Helena. In Greece it is a classic name that works equally well in many other languages.
Eleni
The standard Greek form of Helen, famous from Helen of Troy and Saint Helen, mother of Constantine. It is one of the most popular Greek girl names.
Eleonora
A Greek-used form of Eleanor, which has uncertain roots and is often linked to Helen. It adds an elegant, formal option and is used among Greek families.
Eleousa
A name tied to the Virgin Mary, often shown in the Eleousa icon type. It is a devout Orthodox name, found mainly in religious families.
Elisavet
The Greek form of Elizabeth, from the Hebrew Elisheva. It is used for women honoring Saint Elizabeth, and Elsa, Elisa, and Betty serve as nicknames.
Elli
A short name linked to Hellas, the Greek word for Greece, and sometimes to the mythical Helle. It is familiar in Greece, partly through the cruiser Elli.
Elpida
Taken directly from the Greek word for hope. In mythology, Elpis was the spirit of hope left in Pandora’s jar. It is a simple, meaningful and popular modern choice.
Elpiniki
A compound of elpis, hope, and nike, victory. It is a traditional Greek name made famous by Elpinice, the sister of the Athenian general Cimon.
Emmanouela
The feminine form of Emmanouil, from the Hebrew Immanuel. It is a religious name used in Greece, especially in Crete, and Manoula is a common nickname.
Enyo
The Greek goddess of war and destruction, who accompanied Ares into battle. It is a very rare name for girls and has a strong mythological flavor.
Eos
The Titan goddess of the dawn, who rose each morning to open the gates of heaven for the sun. Eos is a short, striking name that has gained interest in recent years.
Erasmia
The feminine form of Erasmos, connected to the Greek word for beloved. It is an old Greek name, tied to Saint Erasmus, and is now found mostly in older generations.
Erato
The Muse of lyric and love poetry, usually shown with a lyre. The name is used in Greece today, and Erato also appears in myth as a sea nymph.
Eris
The goddess of discord, who set off the Trojan War by tossing the golden apple. It is rarely used as a given name because of its negative meaning.
Ersi
From the Greek word for morning dew. In myth, Herse was a daughter of Zeus and Selene. Ersi is a fresh, nature-themed name used in Greece.
Eudora
Formed from eu, good, and doron, gift. It appears in Greek myth as one of the Hyades and is used in both Greek and English-speaking families.
Eudoxia
A name for someone of fine repute, borne by several Byzantine empresses and saints. It remains in Greek use, with Evdokia as the modern form.
Eugenia
The feminine form of Eugenios, meaning noble birth. Several early saints carried the name, and it is used widely in Greece and abroad. Evgenia is the modern Greek spelling.
Eulalia
Built from eu, good, and lalia, speech. It is the name of a saint in Spain and Greece and describes a person with a pleasant, graceful way of speaking.
Eumenia
From the Greek word for goodwill and graciousness. It is an uncommon name, but it appears in ancient history and in early Christian communities.
Eunice
Eunike in Greek, from eu, good, and nike, victory. The name appears in the New Testament as the mother of Timothy, and it spread widely in English-speaking countries as Eunice.
Eunomia
The goddess of law and order, one of the Horae in Greek mythology. It is a rare name that stands for lawful, well-ordered society.
Euphemia
Linked to Saint Euphemia of Chalcedon, a major figure in Orthodox Christianity. In Greece the modern form is Efimia, and the name has been used for centuries.
Euridiki
The Greek form of Eurydice, the wife of Orpheus, whom he tried to rescue from the underworld. The name has a tragic, romantic feel and is still used in Greece.
Europa
A Phoenician princess in myth, carried off by Zeus disguised as a bull, who gave her name to the continent of Europe. In Greek it is written Evropi.
Evangelia
A very popular Greek name linked to the Annunciation and the Gospel. Many Greek girls are named after Panagia Evangelistria, and Lia and Evi serve as short forms.
Evanthia
A floral name built from eu, well, and anthos, flower. It is a pretty traditional Greek name, used in various regions of the country.
Evdokia
The modern Greek form of Eudoxia, meaning good will or satisfaction. Several saints carry the name, and it is common among older generations in Greece.
Evgenia
The modern Greek version of Eugenia, widely used in Greece and the Russian-speaking world. It is a classic, elegant name with early Christian roots.
Evi
A short, cheerful name, usually a nickname for Evangelia, Evgenia, or Evdokia, though also used on its own. It is simple, easy to pronounce, and popular today.
Evmorfia
From eu, good, and morphe, form. A traditional name that praises beauty, and an affectionate nickname is Morfo. It is mostly found among older Greek women.
Evridiki
The modern Greek pronunciation of Eurydice, wife of the legendary musician Orpheus. It is the standard form used in Greece today.
Evtychia
The modern spelling of Eftychia, from the Greek word for luck and happiness. It is a classic name, and in the Greek Orthodox calendar Saint Evtychia has a feast day.
Ermioni
The Greek form of Hermione, the daughter of Menelaus and Helen in myth. Beyond Greece, the name is widely known from Harry Potter, though it remains rare in Greece.
Erifyli
Eriphyle, in mythology, was the wife of Amphiaraus who was bribed with a necklace to send her husband to war. The name is rare and has a dark, tragic association.
Ethra
Aethra was the mother of Theseus in Greek myth. The name refers to a clear, bright sky and is uncommon but sometimes used for its mythological ties.