This list includes 96 modern girl names that start with T, from “Tabitha” to “Tyra”. It highlights sleek, contemporary favorites, trending variants, and culturally diverse options for parents, writers, and creators.
Modern girl names that start with T are contemporary or newly popular given names beginning with T. They include revived classics, invented spellings, and international favorites used today.
Below you’ll find the table with Name, Origin, Pronunciation (IPA where useful), Meaning, and Popularity.
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Modern girl names that start with T
| Name | Pronunciation | Origin | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tabitha | TAB-ih-thuh (ˈtæbɪθə) | Aramaic | Gazelle or little girl |
| Tahlia | TAH-lee-uh (ˈtɑːliə) | Hebrew | Dew of God |
| Talia | TAH-lee-uh (ˈtɑːliə) | Hebrew | Dew of God |
| Tala | TAH-lah (ˈtɑːlə) | Arabic | Small palm tree |
| Talitha | tuh-LITH-uh (təˈlɪθə) | Aramaic | Little girl or lamb |
| Talya | TAL-yah (ˈtæl.jə) | Hebrew | Dew of God |
| Tamsin | TAM-sin (ˈtæmsɪn) | English (Cornish) | Twin |
| Tana | TAY-nah (ˈteɪnə) | English | Modern short form derived from Tara/Tanya |
| Tara | TAH-rah (ˈtɑːrə) | Irish | Hill or sacred place |
| Taryn | TAH-rin (ˈtærɪn) | English | Modern variant of Tara/Theresa |
| Taya | TIE-uh (ˈtaɪə) | English | Variant of Tia/Taya; meaning varies |
| Taylor | TAY-lor (ˈteɪlər) | English | Tailor (occupational) |
| Teagan | TEE-gən (ˈtiːɡən) | Irish | Little poet or attractive |
| Tegan | TEE-gan (ˈtiːɡən) | Welsh | Pretty, attractive |
| Teal | TEEL (tiːl) | English | Blue-green bird/color |
| Teegan | TEE-gən (ˈtiːɡən) | Irish | Variant spelling of Teagan |
| Tegan | TEE-gan (ˈtiːɡən) | Welsh | Attractive, fair |
| Tess | TESS (tɛs) | Greek/English | Harvester; shortened form of Teresa |
| Tessa | TESS-uh (ˈtɛsə) | Greek | Harvester; from Teresa |
| Thalia | THAY-lee-uh (ˈθæliə) | Greek | To flourish or joyous |
| Thea | THEE-uh (ˈθiːə) | Greek | Goddess, divine |
| Theodora | thee-OD-or-uh (ˌθiːəˈdɔːrə) | Greek | God’s gift |
| Thora | THOR-uh (ˈθɔːrə) | Scandinavian | Thunder (from Thor) |
| Thyme | TIM or THYM (taɪm) | English | Herb name |
| Tiana | tee-AH-nah (tiˈɑːnə) | Slavic/English | Fairy queen or princess |
| Tiara | tee-AH-rah (tiˈɑːrə) | Latin/English | Crown |
| Tilda | TIL-dah (ˈtɪldə) | English/Scandinavian | Mighty in battle (short for Matilda) |
| Tillie | TIL-ee (ˈtɪli) | English | Little girl, short for Matilda |
| Tilly | TIL-ee (ˈtɪli) | English | Diminutive of Matilda |
| Tindra | TIN-drah (ˈtɪndrə) | Scandinavian | Sparkle or twinkle |
| Tinsley | TINZ-lee (ˈtɪnzli) | English | Surname-turned-given name |
| Tira | TEE-rah (ˈtiːrə) | Hebrew | A lock of hair or crown |
| Tirzah | TIR-zah (ˈtɪrzə) | Hebrew | Delight or pleasantness |
| Tobey | TOE-bee (ˈtoʊbi) | English | Variation of Tobie; “God is good” |
| Tova | TOH-vah (ˈtoʊvə) | Hebrew | Good, pleasing |
| Tove | TOH-vuh (ˈtoʊvə) | Scandinavian | Beautiful or thunder goddess |
| Tracy | TRAY-see (ˈtreɪsi) | English | From Thracia region |
| Trinity | TRIN-i-tee (ˈtrɪnəti) | Latin/English | Triune or threefold union |
| Trina | TREE-nah (ˈtriːnə) | Latin/English | Possibly “third” or short form of Katrina |
| Trinity | TRIN-i-tee (ˈtrɪnəti) | English | Threefold union (religious) |
| True | TROO (truː) | English | Truth |
| Trudy | TROO-dee (ˈtruːdi) | Germanic | Spear of strength (short for Gertrude) |
| Tuva | TOO-vah (ˈtuːvə) | Scandinavian | Beloved or local origin |
| Tulip | TOO-lip (ˈtuːlɪp) | English | Spring flower |
| Tulia | TOO-lee-uh (ˈtuːliə) | Latin | From Latin “tullius” origin |
| Tully | TUL-ee (ˈtʌli) | Irish/English | From the hill; surname-turned-first-name |
| Tulia | TOO-lee-uh (ˈtuːliə) | Spanish | Blooming, youthful |
| Tula | TOO-lah (ˈtuːlə) | Sanskrit/Russian | Peaceful; name of a city |
| Tundra | TUN-drah (ˈtʌndrə) | English | Arctic plain (nature) |
| Twyla | TWI-lah (ˈtwaɪlə) | English | Twilight or woven |
| Tyra | TY-rah (ˈtaɪrə) | Scandinavian | God of battle?; variant of Tyre |
| Tyla | TY-lah (ˈtaɪlə) | English | Variant of Taylor/Tia |
| Tyla | TY-lah (ˈtaɪlə) | English | Modern variant of Tyler/Tia |
| Tyla | TY-lah (ˈtaɪlə) | English | Contemporary coinage |
| Tylah | TY-lah (ˈtaɪlə) | English | Modern respelling of Tylah/Tyla |
| Taya | TIE-uh (ˈtaɪə) | Arabic/Hebrew | Variant of Tia; meaning varies |
| Taya | TAY-uh (ˈteɪə) | English | Variant spelling with soft vowel |
| Taya | TAY-uh (ˈteɪə) | English | Modern alternate form |
| Taya | TIE-yah (ˈtaɪjə) | English | Contemporary coinage |
| Tayla | TAY-lah (ˈteɪlə) | English | Phonetic modern spelling of Taylor/Talia |
| Taylin | TAY-lin (ˈteɪlɪn) | English | Modern coined name blending Tay- and -lin |
| Taylor | TAY-lor (ˈteɪlər) | English | Tailor (occupational) |
| Teal | TEEL (tiːl) | English | Blue-green color or duck |
| Teegan | TEE-gən (ˈtiːɡən) | Irish | Spelling variant of Teagan |
| Telma | TEL-ma (ˈtɛlmə) | Spanish/Portuguese | Helmet of God (variant of Thelma) |
| Tera | TEH-rah (ˈtɛrə) | English | Variant of Tara/Tera (earthy) |
| Teresa | teh-REE-sah (təˈriːzə) | Spanish | Harvester |
| Terri | TER-ee (ˈtɛri) | English | Diminutive of Teresa |
| Tessla | TESS-lah (ˈtɛslə) | English | Modern respelling of Tesla |
| Tesla | TES-lah (ˈtɛslə) | Serbian/English | Of the carpenter; (surname) |
| Tess | TESS (tɛs) | English | Short for Teresa |
| Tesslyn | TESS-lin (ˈtɛslɪn) | English | Modern blend of Tess + -lyn |
| Tessy | TESS-ee (ˈtɛsi) | English | Pet form of Tess |
| Tia | TEE-uh (ˈtiːə) | Spanish/Greek | Aunt or goddess |
| Tiara | tee-AHR-uh (tiˈɑːrə) | Latin | Crown or ornament |
| Tiana | tee-AH-nah (tiˈɑːnə) | Slavic/English | Fairy queen or princess |
| Tianna | tee-AN-uh (tiˈænə) | English | Variant of Tiana |
| Tifani | tee-FAN-ee (ˌtiːˈfæn.i) | English | Variant of Tiffany |
| Tiffany | TIF-uh-nee (ˈtɪfəni) | Greek | God’s appearance |
| Tilda | TIL-dah (ˈtɪldə) | Germanic | Mighty in battle (from Matilda) |
| Tilly | TIL-ee (ˈtɪli) | English | Short for Matilda |
| Tindra | TIN-drah (ˈtɪndrə) | Swedish | To twinkle |
| Tiona | tee-OH-nah (tiˈoʊnə) | Hawaiian/English | Possibly from “Ti” prefix; modern usage |
| Tori | TOH-ree (ˈtɔːri) | English | Short for Victoria |
| Tory | TOH-ree (ˈtɔːri) | English | Variant of Tori; modern spelling |
| Totia | TOH-tee-uh (ˈtoʊtiə) | English | Modern invented diminutive |
| Tourmaline | TOUR-muh-line (ˈtʊərməˌlaɪn) | English | Semi-precious stone |
| Tracy | TRAY-see (ˈtreɪsi) | English | From Thrace region |
| Tricia | TRIH-shuh (ˈtrɪʃə) | Latin/English | Noble or patrician (short for Patricia) |
| Trina | TREE-nah (ˈtriːnə) | Latin | Third or short for Katrina |
| Trinity | TRIN-i-tee (ˈtrɪnəti) | English | Threefold union |
| Trudy | TRU-dee (ˈtruːdi) | Germanic | Spear of strength (short for Gertrude) |
| True | TROO (truː) | English | Truth |
| Tulia | TOO-lee-uh (ˈtuːliə) | Spanish | Blooming or youthful |
| Tully | TUL-ee (ˈtʌli) | Irish | From the hill; surname origin |
| Tuppence | TUP-ence (ˈtʌpəns) | English | Small coin; playful |
Descriptions
Tabitha
Biblical name revived in modern use; friendly, vintage-but-current; often shortened to Tabby; regular presence in English-language registries.
Tahlia
Contemporary spelling of Talia, popular in Australia and the U.S.; lyrical, with variants Talia/Talya.
Talia
Classic-yet-modern choice; widely used internationally and frequently appears on baby-name lists.
Tala
Short, multicultural name also meaning “star” in Tagalog; increasingly popular in global baby-name trends.
Talitha
Biblical name with vintage revival appeal; poetic and often shortened to Tali or Litha.
Talya
Modern variant of Talia; stylish and concise, used in English-speaking countries.
Tamsin
Cornish diminutive of Thomasina; feels fresh and quirky, commonly used in the UK.
Tana
Short, modern and international; used independently beyond its diminutive roots.
Tara
Cross-cultural staple (also Sanskrit “star”); familiar, steady choice with decades of usage.
Taryn
Contemporary-sounding name popular from the 1980s onward; multiple spelling variants.
Taya
Short, trendy-sounding variant used as an independent name across cultures.
Taylor
Surnames-as-first-names trend; long-standing unisex favorite, particularly popular for girls in late 20th century.
Teagan
Originally Irish surname/place name turned modern unisex given name; rising in registries for girls.
Tegan
Modern Welsh name embraced outside Wales; short, spunky, and popular on trend lists.
Teal
Nature/color name with a sleek modern vibe; used as a fresh, one-syllable choice for girls.
Teegan
Contemporary respelling of Teagan; mirrors trend for double-vowel modernizations.
Tegan
Simple, modern; used frequently in Anglophone countries as a short, upbeat name.
Tess
Minimal, modern-sounding nickname used as an independent name; popular and timeless.
Tessa
Soft, modern classic; consistently well-used and often seen in contemporary name lists.
Thalia
Mythological and literary roots; stylish revival with artistic, melodic feel.
Thea
Short, elegant, and very modern in usage; can be standalone or short for Theodora/Theodosia.
Theodora
Vintage-meets-modern revival; formal, with nickname options like Theo or Dora.
Thora
Nordic-flavored revival name; strong, concise, and increasingly noticed.
Thyme
Unconventional nature name adopted by parents seeking novel botanical choices.
Tiana
Modernized form often associated with contemporary pop culture; graceful and popular globally.
Tiara
Glamorous, modern-sounding name inspired by ornamental headpieces; used as a feminine given name.
Tilda
Quirky, vintage-short revival; feels modern and literary.
Tillie
Cute, retro staple turned standalone, popular among parents seeking vintage charm.
Tilly
Playful, upbeat nickname used independently; trendy in the UK and US.
Tindra
Nordic-inspired modern name with luminous, contemporary appeal.
Tinsley
Modern surname-first trend name used for girls; fashionable on social-media name lists.
Tira
Short, modern-sounding name with Hebrew roots; simple and elegant.
Tirzah
Biblical but refreshed in modern usage; unusual and evocative choice.
Tobey
Rare but used for girls as a modern, soft variant; more common as a unisex diminutive.
Tova
Brief, modern-sounding Hebrew name; steady presence on contemporary name lists.
Tove
Stylish Scandinavian choice with minimalist appeal; fashionably short.
Tracy
Once top-100 name now seen as retro-modern; used for girls and carries 1970s–90s popularity echoes.
Trinity
Religious-virtue name that rose in late 20th century; still used as a bold, modern name.
Trina
Compact, modern variant often used independently from longer forms.
Trinity
Popularized in the 1990s; contemporary, strong virtue name for girls.
True
Minimalist virtue name aligned with modern trend for one-word, meaningful names; used for girls and boys.
Trudy
Retro nickname now used as an independent, whimsical choice.
Tuva
Nordic choice gaining attention for its crisp, modern sound.
Tulip
Floral innovation name riding the botanical-name trend; fresh and playful.
Tulia
Soft, modern-sounding name used in Spanish and English-speaking communities.
Tully
Surname-origin used as a cute, modern given name for girls.
Tulia
Contemporary Spanish-language name with lyrical quality, growing usage in English contexts.
Tula
Short and international; feels modern and simple, used in multiple cultures.
Tundra
Edgy nature name choice, adopted by parents seeking bold geographical names.
Twyla
Modern invented-sounding name with vintage flair; associated with choreographer Twyla Tharp.
Tyra
Modern-sounding, stylish name popularized by public figures; strong, sophisticated vibe.
Tyla
Contemporary respelling trend; crisp, one-syllable start and modern feel.
Tyla
Short, contemporary spelling seen in recent baby-name lists.
Tyla
Used as a fresh alternative to Tyler for girls; trendy spelling.
Tylah
Modernized spelling variation with youthful appeal.
Taya
Simple, modern cross-cultural name, often chosen for its short, friendly sound.
Taya
Alternative spelling favored by parents seeking uniqueness while keeping familiar phonetics.
Taya
Multiple spellings in use; contemporary and flexible.
Taya
Used as a modern, single-syllable-forward name; pop-culture friendly.
Tayla
Trend-friendly respelling common in Australia and the U.S.; youthful and mainstream.
Taylin
Contemporary invented name seen in modern registries and social-media name lists.
Taylor
Longstanding unisex surname-turned-first-name; still used widely for girls, especially in English-speaking countries.
Teal
Short, nature/color name with sleek modern style; minimal and fashionable.
Teegan
Alternative spelling popular for parents favoring unique orthography but same sound.
Telma
Modern-sounding revival of early 20th-century coinage; concise and strong.
Tera
Short, modern alternative to older forms; crisp and easy to pronounce.
Teresa
Classic name with steady modern usage; many international variants and nicknames, like Tess or Terry.
Terri
Retro to modern transition; used as a familiar, friendly given name.
Tessla
Contemporary variant inspired by Tesla; used by parents seeking modern, tech-influenced names.
Tesla
Surname and surname-brand adopted as a modern, bold girl name; rising in contemporary usage.
Tess
Minimalist favorite; widely used as a chic independent name.
Tesslyn
Invented-sounding contemporary option following popular -lyn trend.
Tessy
Cute, informal modern choice used as standalone.
Tia
Short, sweet name with cross-cultural appeal and steady modern use.
Tiara
Glamorous modern pick influenced by jewelry and pageant culture.
Tiana
Popularized in modern media; elegant and widely used.
Tianna
Double-n spelling variant used in modern registries; contemporary and familiar.
Tifani
Modern respelling of Tiffany; used by parents seeking alternative spellings.
Tiffany
Popular 1980s–90s name retained as a contemporary retro choice for girls.
Tilda
Vintage-short revival; stylish and used independently in modern naming.
Tilly
Playful, friendly, and popular in modern British and American use.
Tindra
Nordic-inspired bright name with modern charm and increasing visibility.
Tiona
Contemporary feminine name; used in English-speaking communities.
Tori
Nickname-turned-given-name; sleek, pop-culture-friendly choice.
Tory
Simple modern spelling variant often chosen for style and brevity.
Totia
Novel diminutive-style name appearing in social-media name lists.
Tourmaline
Uncommon gemstone name adopted in boutique modern-name circles.
Tracy
Retro-modern choice; familiar from mid-20th century, still used occasionally for girls.
Tricia
Nickname used as independent name; feels familiar and modern.
Trina
Compact, contemporary name with a breezy sound.
Trinity
Strong modern virtue name that saw a surge in the 1990s and remains in use.
Trudy
Quirky vintage nickname used as an independent modern choice.
True
Minimalist virtue name popular with modern parents seeking one-word, meaningful names.
Tulia
Soft, contemporary Spanish name crossing into English usage.
Tully
Surname-turned-first-name with modern, affable charm.
Tuppence
Whimsical, vintage-inspired choice occasionally adopted by modern parents seeking quirky names.