This list includes 61 Modern girl names that start with D, from “Dahlia” to “Dulcie”. They mix classic floral names, international favorites, and recent coinages gaining popularity on social media.
Modern girl names that start with D are contemporary female names beginning with D that feel fresh and versatile. For example, “Dahlia” has botanical roots, while “Dulcie” traces to Latin for “sweet.”
Below you’ll find the table with Name, Origin, Pronunciation, Meaning & notes, and Popularity.
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Pronunciation: Provides a simple pronunciation guide and IPA where useful, helping you say each name confidently.
Meaning & notes: Gives concise meanings and brief notes about usage or variations, helping you understand context and appeal.
Popularity: Lists relative popularity or recent rank where available so you can gauge how common or trendy a name is.
Modern girl names that start with D
| Name | Origin | Pronunciation | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|
| Daisy | English | DEE-zee /ˈdiːzi/ | day’s eye (flower) |
| Dakota | Siouan (Native American) | duh-KOH-tuh /dəˈkoʊtə/ | friend, ally |
| Dahlia | Swedish/Latin | DAH-lee-uh /ˈdɑːliə/ | named for Anders Dahl; flower |
| Danica | Slavic | DAN-i-kah /ˈdænɪkə/ | morning star |
| Daniela | Hebrew/Latin | da-nee-EL-uh /ˌdænjəˈɛlə/ | God is my judge |
| Danielle | French/Hebrew | dan-YEL /ˌdæniˈɛl/ | God is my judge |
| Davina | Scottish | dah-VEE-nah /dəˈviːnə/ | beloved (feminine of David) |
| Dawn | English | DAWN /dɔːn/ | daybreak |
| Dayna | English | DAY-nah /ˈdeɪnə/ | variant of Dana/Daina; meanings vary |
| Delilah | Hebrew | deh-LIE-luh /dɪˈlaɪlə/ | delicate, flirtatious |
| Delia | Greek/Latin | DEE-lee-uh /ˈdiːliə/ | from Delos (island linked to Artemis) |
| Demi | Greek (from Demeter) | DEH-mee /ˈdɛmi/ | follower of Demeter |
| Denise | French | deh-NEES /dəˈniːs/ | devotee of Dionysus |
| Destiny | English | DEH-stin-ee /ˈdɛstɪni/ | fate |
| Diana | Latin/Roman | dee-AN-uh /diˈænə/ | divine, heavenly |
| Dora | Greek | DOR-uh /ˈdɔːrə/ | gift |
| Dorothea | Greek | dor-oh-THEE-uh /ˌdɔːrəˈθiːə/ | gift of God |
| Dorothy | Greek | DOR-uh-thee /ˈdɔrəθi/ | gift of God |
| Darla | English | DAR-lah /ˈdɑːrlə/ | darling |
| Darcy | English/French | DAR-see /ˈdɑːrsi/ | from the town of Arcy (surname origin) |
| Dalia | Arabic/Hebrew | DAH-lee-ah /ˈdɑːliə/ | branch, gentle vine (varies by origin) |
| Danika | Slavic | DAN-i-kah /ˈdænɪkə/ | variation of Danica; morning star |
| Delaney | Irish | deh-LAY-nee /dəˈleɪni/ | descendant of Ó Dubhshláine (surname origin) |
| Delphine | French | del-FEEN /dɛlˈfiːn/ | dolphin |
| Della | English/Italian | DEL-ah /ˈdɛlə/ | noble (short form of Adela) |
| Delfina | Spanish/Italian | del-FEE-nah /dɛlˈfiːnə/ | dolphin |
| Dolores | Spanish | doh-LOH-res /doʊˈlɔːrɛs/ | sorrows (of the Virgin Mary) |
| Donatella | Italian | doh-nah-TEL-ah /ˌdoʊnəˈtɛlə/ | given by God |
| Dulce | Spanish | DOOL-seh /ˈdulse/ | sweet |
| Dulcie | Latin/English | DUL-see /ˈdʌlsi/ | sweet |
| Damaris | Greek | duh-MAR-iss /dəˈmærɪs/ | calf or gentle |
| Damiana | Latin/Spanish | da-MYAH-nah /ˌdæmiˈɑːnə/ | to tame (feminine of Damian) |
| Daphne | Greek | DAF-nee /ˈdæfni/ | laurel tree |
| Dara | Irish/Hebrew | DAH-rah /ˈdɑːrə/ | oak (Irish) or compassion (Hebrew meanings vary) |
| Darya | Persian/Russian | DAR-yah /ˈdɑːrjə/ | sea (Persian) |
| Dasha | Russian | DAH-shah /ˈdɑːʃə/ | diminutive of Daria |
| Dayanara | Spanish/Taino (modern usage) | day-ah-NAH-rah /ˌdaɪəˈnɑːrə/ | uncertain; modern compound name |
| Devora | Hebrew | deh-VOH-rah /dɪˈvɔrə/ | bee |
| Diya | Hindi/Sanskrit | dee-YAH /diˈjɑː/ | lamp, light |
| Dione | Greek | die-OH-nee /daɪˈoʊni/ | divine one |
| Dionne | French | dee-ON /diˈɔːn/ | feminine of Dion |
| Dixie | English (Southern) | DIK-see /ˈdɪksi/ | from the South (Dixie) |
| Dream | English | DREEM /driːm/ | dream |
| Drew | English | DROO /druː/ | wise (from Andrew); unisex |
| Devyn | Irish/English | DEH-vin /dɛˈvɪn/ | poet or young deer (varied origins) |
| Deanna | English | dee-AN-nuh /diˈænə/ | variant of Diana + Anna |
| Dominique | French | doh-mee-NEEK /ˌdɒməˈniːk/ | of the Lord |
| Donna | Italian | DON-nah /ˈdɒnə/ | lady |
| Doreen | Irish/English | do-REEN /dəˈriːn/ | little gifted one (diminutive of Dora) |
| Doina | Romanian | DOY-nah /ˈdɔɪnə/ | musical folk melody |
| Daria | Persian/Slavic | DAH-ree-uh /ˈdɑːriə/ | wealthy or sea (varied by origin) |
| Darcie | English/French | DAR-see /ˈdɑːrsi/ | variant spelling of Darcy |
| Daniella | Hebrew/Italian | da-nee-EL-ah /ˌdæniˈɛlə/ | God is my judge |
| Deirdre | Irish | DEER-druh /ˈdɪərdrə/ | sorrowful (legendary heroine) |
| Desiree | French | dez-uh-RAY /ˌdɛzəˈreɪ/ | desired |
| Diora | Italian/Modern English | dee-OHR-uh /diˈɔːrə/ | probably derivative of Dior; modern coinage |
| Darlene | English | dar-LEEN /dɑrˈliːn/ | little darling |
| Davia | Hebrew/English | DAY-vee-uh /ˈdeɪviə/ | feminine of David; beloved |
| Delphina | Latin/French | del-FEE-nah /dɛlˈfiːnə/ | dolphin |
| Dina | Hebrew | DEE-nah /ˈdiːnə/ | judged |
| Dianna | Latin/English | dee-AN-uh /diˈænə/ | variant of Diana; divine |
Descriptions
Daisy
Bright floral name with Victorian popularity; feels fresh and familiar today. Often used standalone rather than a nickname.
Dakota
Unisex place-name popular for girls since the 1990s; evokes outdoorsy, modern Americana vibes.
Dahlia
Elegant botanical name with vintage appeal; stylish choice for modern parents seeking a floral name.
Danica
Slavic favorite that crossed into English use; sporty, energetic, and modern-sounding.
Daniela
Internationally used feminine form of Daniel; common across Europe and the Americas.
Danielle
Popular since the 1970s; softer French form of Daniel used widely in English-speaking countries.
Davina
Rare but stylish; Scottish origin and a sophisticated alternative to David-derived names.
Dawn
Simple, evocative word-name that peaked mid-20th century and still feels fresh and nature-connected.
Dayna
Modern spelling variant of Dana/Deana; approachable and familiar with a softer look.
Delilah
Biblical name reimagined as sultry and modern; has enjoyed strong recent popularity.
Delia
Short classical name with mythic roots; vintage revival choice.
Demi
Once a nickname, now a standalone name thanks to celebrity use; concise and contemporary.
Denise
Classic mid-century name that remains recognizable; elegant French form of Dennis.
Destiny
Modern virtue/name-concept popular from the 1990s onward; strongly American in feel.
Diana
Timeless classical name with royal associations; widely used and perennially stylish.
Dora
Short form of Dorothy or standalone; vintage charm and simple sound make it accessible today.
Dorothea
Classical and literary; less common but appreciated for its formal, elegant tone.
Dorothy
Vintage revival favorite—classic, friendly, often shortened to modern nicknames like Dot or Dottie.
Darla
Mid-century charm with a vintage vibe; warm and informal but still usable today.
Darcy
Originally a surname, widely adopted for girls; literary Austen associations give it chic appeal.
Dalia
Multicultural name found in Arabic and Hebrew contexts; soft and floral-sounding.
Danika
Modern Slavic name popular in English-speaking countries; sporty and lively.
Delaney
Surname-to-forename trend staple; feminine, musical, and contemporary.
Delphine
French elegance and literary flair; chic, less common choice with continental style.
Della
Vintage diminutive reborn as a standalone name; sweet, short, and retro-modern.
Delfina
Romantic European name with soft vowels; stylish alternative to Delphine.
Dolores
Traditional Spanish name with strong cultural roots; feels formal and melodic.
Donatella
Glamorous Italian name familiar from fashion; dramatic and upscale.
Dulce
Simple Hispanic name meaning “sweet”; used especially in Spanish-speaking communities.
Dulcie
Victorian-era gem name enjoying a subtle revival; sweet-sounding and vintage.
Damaris
Biblical/ancient name with fresh modern usage; elegant and slightly exotic.
Damiana
Romantic, slightly rare; used in Spanish-speaking cultures and beyond.
Daphne
Mythological and botanical; stylish mid-century revival name that feels literary and fresh.
Dara
Short, cross-cultural name with multiple origins; crisp and modern.
Darya
Popular in Iran and Slavic countries; elegant, soft-sounding choice in English contexts.
Dasha
Common Russian short form used internationally as a standalone, energetic and modern.
Dayanara
Notable in Latin America (celebrity Dayanara Torres); exotic, multi-syllable, modern feel.
Devora
Hebrew form of Deborah used in Israel and Jewish communities; traditional-rooted with modern use.
Diya
Simple Indian name meaning “light”; increasingly used in diaspora communities.
Dione
Mythological, understated, and elegant; rare but rising on lists for classical yet uncommon names.
Dionne
Popularized by singer Dionne Warwick; stylish, slightly retro French flavor.
Dixie
Playful Southern-flavored name with vintage Americana energy; occasionally controversial contextually.
Dream
Modern English word-name used occasionally for girls; creative, contemporary choice.
Drew
Short, spunky unisex name familiar from celebrities; increasingly used for girls.
Devyn
Modern unisex spelling of Devin; popular as a girl-friendly alternative.
Deanna
Popular midcentury name with a soft, feminine sound; still in use today.
Dominique
French unisex name often used for girls; chic and elegant with international flair.
Donna
Classic mid-20th-century name meaning “lady”; retro but still familiar and usable.
Doreen
Vintage feminine name that saw mid-century popularity; gentle and old-fashioned revival candidate.
Doina
Romanian name meaning a traditional song; distinctive choice with lyrical quality.
Daria
Eastern European classic that’s familiar and crisp in English-language use.
Darcie
Spelling variant of Darcy offering a softer, more feminine look.
Daniella
Double-L spelling popular in English and Romance languages; elegant and international.
Deirdre
Celtic literary name with mythic roots; poetic and distinctive.
Desiree
Romantic French name often accented in English; warm, expressive, and feminine.
Diora
Rare but in use (notably in entertainment); sleek, fashion-forward sound.
Darlene
Mid-century favorite with retro charm; feels familiar and sweet in modern contexts.
Davia
Less common feminine form of David; modern, melodic alternative.
Delphina
Romantic and slightly ornate variant of Delphine; continental and uncommon.
Dina
Biblical name with simple, familiar sound; used internationally and easily pronounced.
Dianna
Alternative spelling of Diana with midcentury usage; strong and feminine.