Here you’ll find 101 Pretty girl names that start with S, organized from “Sadie” to “Synnove (Synneve)”. They are melodic, multicultural, and suitable for expectant parents, writers, and creative projects.
Pretty girl names that start with S are female given names beginning with the letter S. Some have long histories, and “Sadie” evolved as a familiar form of Sarah.
Below you’ll find the table with Name, Origin, Pronunciation, and Meaning.
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Origin: Lists the language or culture tied to each name, helping you assess heritage and cultural fit.
Pronunciation: Provides a simple phonetic guide so you can say each name correctly and share it confidently.
Meaning: Gives a concise definition or root meaning, which helps you understand the name’s original sense and appeal.
Pretty girl names that start with S
| Name | Origin | Pronunciation | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sarah | Hebrew | SAH-rah /ˈsærə | Princess |
| Sara | Hebrew | SAH-rah /ˈsɑːrə | Princess |
| Sadie | English (diminutive) | SAY-dee /ˈseɪdi | Diminutive of Sarah; “princess” |
| Samantha | English | suh-MAN-thuh /səˈmænθə | Possibly “heard by God” (from Samuel) |
| Samira | Arabic | sa-MEE-rah /səˈmiːrə | Evening conversational companion |
| Samara | Hebrew/Arabic | suh-MAH-rah /səˈmɑːrə | Guarded; also “evening conversation” |
| Sandra | Greek (via English) | SAN-druh /ˈsændrə | Defender of mankind (from Alexandra) |
| Sarai | Hebrew | seh-RYE /səˈraɪ | My princess |
| Salome | Hebrew/Greek | suh-LOH-mee /səˈloʊmiː | Peaceful |
| Salma | Arabic | SAL-mah /ˈsælmə | Safe, peaceful |
| Sana | Arabic/Hebrew | SAH-nah /ˈsɑːnə | Brightness; praise; flawless |
| Sapphira | Greek/Hebrew | suh-FEER-ah /səˈfɪrə | Sapphire (gem) or precious stone |
| Sapphire | Greek (gem name) | SAPH-fire /ˈsæfaɪər | Precious blue gemstone |
| Saraí | Hebrew | sah-RYE /səˈraɪ | My princess |
| Sasha | Russian diminutive | SAH-shah /ˈsɑːʃə | Defender (diminutive of Alexander/Alexandra) |
| Saskia | Dutch/German | SAS-kee-ah /ˈsæskiə | Little Saxon; from “Saxon” |
| Sarai | Hebrew | sah-RYE /səˈraɪ | My princess |
| Savana / Savannah | Spanish/English | suh-VAN-uh /səˈvænə | Treeless plain |
| Savannah | Spanish/English | suh-VAN-uh /səˈvænə | Treeless plain |
| Scarlett | English (color) | SKAR-let /ˈskɑːrlət | Bright red (color) |
| Selena | Greek | seh-LEE-nah /səˈliːnə | Moon (from Selene) |
| Selene | Greek | seh-LEE-nee /səˈliːniː | Moon goddess |
| Seline | Greek/French | seh-LEEN /səˈliːn | Moon |
| Seraphina | Hebrew/Latin | seh-ruh-FEE-nah /ˌsɛrəˈfiːnə | Fiery ones; angelic |
| Seraphine | French/Latin | seh-ruh-FEEN /ˌsɛrəˈfiːn | Fiery, angelic |
| Serena | Latin | seh-REE-nah /səˈriːnə | Tranquil, serene |
| Sharon | Hebrew | SHAH-ron /ˈʃærən | Plain; fertile plain (Sharon) |
| Shayla | Irish/English | SHAY-lah /ˈʃeɪlə | Possibly “from the fairy palace” or variant of Sheila |
| Sheila | Irish | SHEE-lah /ˈʃiːlə | Heavenly; from Cecilia |
| Shiloh | Hebrew | SHY-loh /ˈʃaɪloʊ | Place of peace |
| Shoshana | Hebrew | shoh-SHAH-nah /ʃoʊˈʃɑːnə | Lily |
| Sienna | Italian | see-EN-ah /siˈɛnə | From Siena (Italian city); reddish-brown |
| Sierra | Spanish | see-AIR-rah /siˈɛrə | Mountain range |
| Simone | French/Hebrew | see-MOHN /sɪˈmoʊnə | He has heard (from Simon) |
| Simona | Latin/Italian | see-MOH-nah /sɪˈmoʊnə | He has heard |
| Sonia | Russian/Greek | SOH-nee-ah /ˈsoʊniə | Wisdom (diminutive of Sophia) |
| Sophie | French/Greek | SOH-fee /ˈsoʊfi | Wisdom |
| Sophia | Greek | so-FEE-ah /səˈfiːə | Wisdom |
| Soraya | Persian/Arabic | soh-RYE-ah /səˈraɪə | Pleiades; rich/bright star cluster |
| Sonia | Russian | SOH-nee-ah /ˈsoʊniə | Wisdom |
| Sora | Japanese/Korean | SOH-rah /ˈsɔːrə | Sky (Japanese) |
| Sofie | Scandinavian/Dutch | SOH-fee /ˈsoʊfi | Wisdom |
| Solange | French/Latin | soh-LAHNZh /səˈlɑːnʒ | Solemn; religiously devout |
| Solana | Spanish | soh-LAH-na /səˈlɑːnə | Sunny place; warmth from the sun |
| Soleil | French | soh-LAY /soʊˈleɪ | Sun |
| Sonia | Russian/Greek | SOHN-yah /ˈsɒnjə | Wisdom |
| Sonya | Russian | SON-yah /ˈsɒnjə | Wisdom |
| Soraia (Soraya variant) | Persian | soh-RYE-ah /səˈraɪə | Pleiades |
| Sora | Hebrew/Japanese | SOH-rah /ˈsɔːrə | Sky; rock (Hebrew variant) |
| Sophie | French | SO-fee /ˈsoʊfi | Wisdom |
| Sophronia | Greek | sof-FROH-nee-ah /ˌsɒfrəˈniːə | Prudent, self-controlled |
| Sorcha | Irish | SUR-kha /ˈsɔːrxə | Bright, radiant |
| Sosie | French/English | SOH-see /ˈsoʊzi | Little sister or nickname |
| Sparrow (rare) | English | SPARE-oh /ˈspærəʊ | Small bird |
| Sparrow is a borderline modern coinage but has clear English word origin and has seen occasional use for girls. | English | SPAR-oh /ˈspærəʊ | Small bird |
| Stacey | English | STAY-see /ˈsteɪsi | Resurrection (from Anastasia) or derivative |
| Stacie | English | STAY-see /ˈsteɪsi | Resurrection or diminutive |
| Stella | Latin | STEL-ah /ˈstɛlə | Star |
| Stephania/Stephanie | Greek | ste-FAN-ee-ah /ˌstɛfəˈniːə | Crowned with victory |
| Stephanie | Greek | STEFF-uh-nee /ˈstɛfəni | Crowned in victory |
| Stina | Scandinavian | STEE-nah /ˈstiːnə | Feminine of Sten or short for Christina |
| Suellen | English | soo-ELL-en /suːˈɛlən | Possibly “sun” + “bright” or blend of Sue and Ellen |
| Sue/Suzy | English (diminutive) | SOO /suː | Diminutive of Susan |
| Susan | Hebrew/English | SOO-zən /ˈsuːzən | Lily |
| Susanna | Hebrew/Latin | soo-ZAN-ah /suːˈzænə | Lily |
| Susanne/Suzanne | French/German | soo-ZAN /suːˈzæn | Lily |
| Suri | Hebrew/Persian | SOO-ree /ˈsuːri | Diminutive of Sarah “little princess”; Persian “rose” |
| Svala | Old Norse | SVAH-lah /ˈsvɑːlə | Swallow (bird) |
| Swanhild | Old Norse/Germanic | SVAHN-hild /ˈsvɑːnhɪld | Swan battle; poetic compound |
| Swan | English | SWAN /swɑːn | Bird associated with grace |
| Sybill/Sybil | Greek/English | SIH-bil /ˈsɪbəl | Prophetess, oracle |
| Sylvia | Latin | SIL-vee-ah /ˈsɪlviə | Forest |
| Sylvie | French | SIL-vee /ˈsɪlvi | From the forest |
| Synnove (Synneve) | Scandinavian | SEEN-oh-vuh /ˈsɪnəvə | Gift of the sun |
| Sanna | Scandinavian | SAH-nah /ˈsɑːnə | Short form of Susanna; “lily” |
| Sanae | Japanese | sah-NAH-eh /sɑːˈnɑːeɪ | Blessed in Japanese contexts |
| Sahana | Sanskrit | sah-HAH-nah /səˈhɑːnə | Patience; tolerance |
| Sakshi | Sanskrit/Hindi | SAHK-shee /ˈsækʃiː | Witness |
| Sanjana | Sanskrit | suhn-JAH-nah /sənˈdʒɑːnə | Gentle, peaceful |
| Sanjana | Sanskrit | suhn-JAH-nah /sənˈdʒɑːnə | Gentle, peaceful |
| Saniya | Arabic/Sanskrit | sah-NEE-yah /səˈniːə | Moment; eminent |
| Sanya | Russian/Hindi | SAHN-yah /ˈsɑːnjə | Diminutive of Alexander/Alexandra; also Indian forms |
| Shreya | Sanskrit | SHRAY-ah /ˈʃreɪə | Auspicious, beautiful |
| Shruti | Sanskrit | SHROO-tee /ˈʃruːti | That which is heard (sacred texts) |
| Shanti | Sanskrit | SHAHN-tee /ˈʃɑːnti | Peace |
| Shanti | Sanskrit | SHAHN-tee /ˈʃɑːnti | Peace |
| Shikha | Sanskrit/Hindi | SHEE-kha /ˈʃiːkə | Flame, peak of hair |
| Shilpa | Sanskrit | SHEEL-pah /ˈʃɪlpə | Sculpture, artistry |
| Shira | Hebrew | SHEE-rah /ˈʃiːrə | Song, poetry |
| Shlomo? (masculine) | Hebrew | SHLOH-moh /ˈʃloʊmoʊ | Peace |
| Shayna | Yiddish/Hebrew | SHAY-nah /ˈʃeɪnə | Beautiful |
| Sigrid | Norse | SIH-grid /ˈsɪɡrɪd | Victory + beautiful |
| Sigourney | French/English | si-GUR-nee /sɪˈɡɔːrni | From old French surname (uncertain meaning) |
| Sigrun | Norse | SIG-run /ˈsɪɡrʊn | Victory rune; secret victory |
| Sima | Persian/Hebrew | SEE-mah /ˈsiːmə | Face; beautiful; silver |
| Simone | French | see-MOHN /sɪˈmoʊnə | He has heard |
| Sindhu | Sanskrit | SIN-doo /ˈsɪnduː | River; ocean |
| Siri | Scandinavian/Sanskrit | SEE-ree /ˈsɪri | Beautiful victory (Scandinavian) or “secret” in Sanskrit |
| Sirius (masculine) | Latin/Greek | SIR-ee-us /ˈsɪriəs | Seeming bright (star name) |
| Siwan? (rare welsh) | Welsh | see-WAN /ˈsiːwæn | Variant of Siôn (John) |
| Saoirse | Irish | SEER-sha /ˈsɪərʃə | Freedom |
Descriptions
Sarah
Biblical classic meaning “princess”; widely used across cultures, many variants (Sara, Sadie), enduring popularity in English-speaking countries.
Sara
Variant spelling of Sarah popular worldwide; common in Europe and Latin America, simple and timeless.
Sadie
Originally a pet form of Sarah, now independent; vintage-cool revival in English-speaking countries.
Samantha
Popular modern classic of uncertain formation; widespread in the U.S. since mid-20th century; nicknames Sam, Sammy.
Samira
Common across Arabic, Persian, and South Asian cultures; elegant sound and literary associations.
Samara
Used as place-name and given name; multiple cultural meanings make it versatile and lyrical.
Sandra
Popular mid-20th-century name; familiar nickname Sandy; international variants exist.
Sarai
Biblical name (Sarah’s original name); a slightly more exotic biblical alternative to Sarah.
Salome
Biblical and historical use; associated with ancient Near Eastern and early Christian stories.
Salma
Common in Arabic- and Spanish-speaking communities; notable bearers include author Salma Hayek.
Sana
Used across Arabic, South Asian, and Japanese contexts (different meanings); short and graceful.
Sapphira
Biblical appearance and gemstone association give it a vintage, exotic feel.
Sapphire
Gemstone name with luxe feel; used occasionally as an elegant nature-inspired name.
Saraí
Alternative spelling of Sarai; biblical resonance with a slightly different look.
Sasha
Commonly used as a unisex name but popular for girls; international, playful, and stylish.
Saskia
Dutch-origin name with literary and artistic associations; gained international use.
Sarai
Biblical original name of Sarah; elegant and slightly rarer than Sarah.
Savana / Savannah
Place-name turned given name; evokes wide landscapes, popular in English-speaking countries.
Savannah
Popular U.S. name with Southern and natural imagery; often seen as melodic and modern-traditional.
Scarlett
Literary and cinematic associations (Scarlett O’Hara); stylish and dramatic.
Selena
Greek origin with lush, celestial connotations; popular in Latin America and English-speaking countries.
Selene
Directly linked to the Greek moon goddess Selene; poetic and classical.
Seline
French variant of Selene/Selena; elegant and softer-sounding.
Seraphina
From Hebrew seraphim via Latin; ornate, romantic, with nicknames Sera or Fifi.
Seraphine
French form of Seraphina; chic and lyrical, used in literature and fashion.
Serena
Classical Latin name meaning calm; graceful and understated, used internationally.
Sharon
Biblical place-name adopted as a modern given name; popular in English-speaking world mid-20th century.
Shayla
Modern-sounding with Celtic flavor; popular in English-speaking countries.
Sheila
Anglicized Irish form, vintage feel; was popular mid-20th century.
Shiloh
Biblical place name used for girls; gentle, unisex sound; notable modern use.
Shoshana
Classic Hebrew name meaning lily, with many international forms (Susana, Susan).
Sienna
Place-name and color name; stylish and warm, popular since the 1990s.
Sierra
Nature-inspired name with rugged imagery; used widely in the U.S. and Spain.
Simone
French feminine of Simon; elegant, used across Europe; notable bearers include Simone de Beauvoir.
Simona
Italian/Latin feminine form of Simon; melodic alternative to Simone.
Sonia
Originally Slavic diminutive of Sophia; popular internationally with gentle sound.
Sophie
French diminutive of Sophia; widely used in Europe and English-speaking countries; chic and timeless.
Sophia
One of the most popular global names in recent years; classic, elegant, many international variants.
Soraya
Persian origin with celestial imagery; stylish in Middle Eastern and western use.
Sonia
Variant spelling of Sonia/Sonya; widely used across Europe and Latin America.
Sora
Short, airy Japanese name meaning sky; also appears in other cultures with different meanings.
Sofie
Spelling variant of Sophie common in Northern Europe; youthful and international.
Solange
French name with elegant, vintage charm; used in Francophone countries.
Solana
Bright, lyrical Spanish name evoking sunlight and warmth.
Soleil
Stylish French word-name meaning sun; modern and chic.
Sonia
Alternative pronunciation/spelling; global usage.
Sonya
Variant of Sonia/Sophie family; common in Slavic and English-speaking contexts.
Soraia (Soraya variant)
Alternate spelling of Soraya; retains the same celestial Persian origin.
Sora
Short and international; in Japanese means “sky,” in Hebrew other usages appear.
Sophie
Elegant diminutive of Sophia, beloved in Europe and Anglophone countries.
Sophronia
Antique Greek name with Victorian use; literary and classical vibe.
Sorcha
Traditional Gaelic name pronounced like “Sur-ka” or “Sor-kha”; revived in Ireland and among diaspora.
Sosie
Playful modern name/nickname rising in use; French roots and friendly sound.
Sparrow (rare)
Nature-name with free-spirited feel; uncommon but evocative.
Sparrow is a borderline modern coinage but has clear English word origin and has seen occasional use for girls.
Nature-inspired name with indie appeal; very rare as a feminine given name.
Stacey
Popular in late 20th century; friendly, unpretentious.
Stacie
Alternative spelling of Stacey; widely familiar.
Stella
Victorian and modern favorite; literary associations and celestial charm; very popular across languages.
Stephania/Stephanie
Stephanie is classic; Stephania is variant; common nicknames include Steph and Annie.
Stephanie
Popular late 20th-century name; international and familiar.
Stina
Northern European short form, crisp and minimal.
Suellen
Mid-century English name, compound feel; retro charm.
Sue/Suzy
Short, friendly nickname for Susan/Suzanne, widely recognized.
Susan
Classic mid-century name with floral meaning; many international forms (Susanna, Suzanne).
Susanna
Biblical and elegant; formal variant of Susan and widespread historically.
Susanne/Suzanne
French/German forms of Susanna; chic and classic, used internationally.
Suri
Short, sweet name known from celebrity use; cross-cultural meanings.
Svala
Nordic name with gentle imagery; uncommon but with crisp Scandinavian sound.
Swanhild
Old Germanic name seen in medieval literature; dramatic and vintage.
Swan
Nature-name with graceful connotations; rare but elegant.
Sybill/Sybil
Ancient title turned given name; literary and historical use.
Sylvia
Classical name meaning “forest”; elegant and vintage with steady use.
Sylvie
Charming French form of Sylvia; chic and diminutive feel.
Synnove (Synneve)
Synnøve is Norwegian; poetic and traditional in Scandinavia.
Sanna
Nordic diminutive of Susanna; fresh and simple.
Sanae
Japanese feminine name with distinct cultural usage and readings.
Sahana
Indian name with soft rhythm, often used in South Asia.
Sakshi
Common in India with spiritual connotations, crisp two-syllable sound.
Sanjana
Popular in South Asia; lyrical and feminine with Hindu cultural roots.
Sanjana
Widely used across India, often shortened to Sanju or Anu.
Saniya
Used in Arabic- and South Asian-speaking communities with multiple positive meanings.
Sanya
Short, international nickname used independently for girls.
Shreya
Very popular in India; elegant, positive Sanskrit meaning.
Shruti
Traditional Indian name tied to Vedic literature; cultured and lyrical.
Shanti
Spiritual Sanskrit name adopted internationally; gentle and meaningful.
Shanti
Used in India and beyond as a serene, spiritual choice.
Shikha
Indian name meaning flame; vibrant and popular in South Asia.
Shilpa
Common in India; artistic and modern-sounding to global ears.
Shira
Hebrew name meaning song; lyrical and increasingly popular.
Shlomo? (masculine)
Masculine; excluded as primary female name.
Shayna
Yiddish origin meaning beautiful; widely used among Jewish communities and beyond.
Sigrid
Nordic classic with strong, historic vibe; used in Scandinavia.
Sigourney
Famous from actress Sigourney Weaver; surname-turned-given name with elegant sound.
Sigrun
Old Norse poetic name, rare and dramatic.
Sima
Short name with Persian and Hebrew uses; simple and international.
Simone
Elegant French feminine of Simon; widely recognized.
Sindhu
Classical Sanskrit name used in South Asia; natural element name with depth.
Siri
Nordic short name popularized globally; tech association in recent years.
Sirius (masculine)
Primarily masculine and astronomical; excluded as female primary name.
Siwan? (rare welsh)
Rare; better-known forms recommended.
Saoirse
Modern Irish favorite meaning freedom; distinctive spelling and proud cultural resonance.