This list includes 29 Pretty girl names that start with X, from “Xandra” to “Xylina”. These names are often rare, international, and mix ancient roots with modern spellings.
Pretty girl names that start with X are a small, stylish set used for uniqueness and cultural flair. X names appear in Greek, Spanish, and modern English naming trends.
Below you’ll find the table with Name, Origin, Pronunciation, and Meaning.
Name: The given name as listed; you can scan it to find styles, spellings, and variations at a glance.
Origin: Shows the language or culture of origin so you can assess heritage and cultural context quickly.
Pronunciation: Provides a simple phonetic guide, and sometimes IPA, so you pronounce each name with confidence.
Meaning: Gives a brief, 5–12 word definition to explain the name’s sense and symbolism.
Pretty girl names that start with X
| Name | Origin | Pronunciation | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|
| Xanthe | Greek | ZAN-thee (ˈzænθi) | yellow, fair-haired |
| Xanthia | Greek | zan-THEE-uh (zan-THEE-ə) | yellow, blonde |
| Xanthippe | Greek | zan-THIP-ee (zan-THIP-ee) | yellow horse |
| Xandra | Greek | ZAN-drah (ZAN-dra) | defender of men |
| Xandria | Greek | zan-DREE-uh (zan-DRI-ə) | defender of men |
| Xenia | Greek | ZEE-nee-uh (ˈziːniə) | hospitality, guest-friendship |
| Xena | Greek | ZEE-nah (ˈziːnə) | hospitable, guest |
| Ximena | Spanish | hee-MEH-nah (hee-MEH-nah) | listener, hearkening |
| Xiomara | Spanish/possibly Guanche | see-OH-MAR-ah (see-OH-MAR-ə) | ready for battle; famous in battle |
| Xaviera | Basque/Spanish | zah-VYE-rah (zah-VYE-rah) | new house (from Xavier) |
| Xoana | Galician | sho-AH-nah (sho-AH-nə) | God is gracious (Joanna) |
| Xochitl | Nahuatl (Mexican) | SO-cheel (SO-cheetl) | flower |
| Xochiquetzal | Nahuatl | so-chee-ket-SAL (so-chee-ket-SAHL) | flower quetzal; flower-feather |
| Xitlali | Nahuatl | seet-LAH-lee (see-TLAH-lee) | star |
| Xia | Chinese | SHYAH (shyah) | summer; rosy; splendid (depends on characters) |
| Xue | Chinese | SHWEH (shweh) | snow; study (depending on character) |
| Xiu | Chinese | SHYOO (shyoo) | elegant; beautiful; showy (depends on character) |
| Xiuqing | Chinese | shyoo-CHING (shyoo-CHING) | elegant and clear/pure (depends on characters) |
| Xiuying | Chinese | shyoo-YING (shyoo-YING) | elegant hero/flower (depending on characters) |
| Xinyi | Chinese | sheen-EE or sheen-YEE (sheen-EE) | joyful heart; new righteousness (depends on characters) |
| Xueying | Chinese | shweh-YING (shweh-YING) | snow flower |
| Xiulan | Chinese | shyoo-LAHN (shyoo-LAHN) | elegant orchid |
| Xinyue | Chinese | sheen-YWEH (sheen-YWEH) | new moon; heart-moon (depends on characters) |
| Xuan | Chinese | shwahn or shwan (shwahn) | bright, mysterious, jade (depending on character) |
| Xylia | Greek | ZYE-lee-uh (ZY-lee-uh) | wood, of the forest |
| Xyla | Greek | ZYE-lah (ZY-lah) | wood, forest dweller |
| Xylina | Greek | zy-LEE-nah (zy-LEE-nə) | wood, forest |
| Xanthea | Greek | zan-THEE-uh (zan-THEE-ə) | yellow, fair-haired |
| Xochil | Nahuatl | SO-cheel (SO-cheel) | flower |
Descriptions
Xanthe
Ancient Greek name found in mythology; popular with parents who like classical and nature-inspired names. Variants: Xanthē, Xanthia.
Xanthia
A lyrical variant of Xanthe seen in literature and baby-name lists; elegant and uncommon.
Xanthippe
Historic name (wife of Socrates); rare but strikingly classical for parents seeking bold antique names.
Xandra
Short form of Alexandra with an X start; used in English-speaking countries, nickname “Xan.”
Xandria
Modern elaboration of Xandra/Alexandra; familiar but less common than Alexandra.
Xenia
Used in Greece and Russia (Ksenia/Ksenija variants); feels classical and continental in English contexts.
Xena
Popularized by TV; strong, warrior-adjacent image; often considered spunky and modern.
Ximena
Very popular in Spanish-speaking countries and the U.S.; variant Jimena; stylish and feminine.
Xiomara
Well used in Latin America and the U.S.; romantic-sounding and strong; variants include Ziomara.
Xaviera
Feminine form of Xavier; elegant, international feel; uncommon but familiar in Spanish and English use.
Xoana
Galician form of Joanna; begins with X in regional orthography; lyrical and regionally rooted.
Xochitl
Classic Nahuatl name widely used in Mexico and Chicano communities; spelled Xóchitl, often shortened to Xochi.
Xochiquetzal
Name of the Aztec goddess of beauty and fertility; long, poetic, and mythic as a baby name.
Xitlali
Variant spelling of Citlali/Xitlali used in Mexico; celestial and lyrical, popular in Spanish-speaking communities.
Xia
Short Chinese feminine name or element; simple and elegant in international use.
Xue
Common single-syllable Chinese name; delicate imagery (especially when written with the character for snow).
Xiu
Often an element in feminine Chinese names (e.g., Xiulan, Xiuying); graceful and traditional.
Xiuqing
Compound Chinese feminine name; blends “elegant” (Xiu) with qualities like clarity or purity.
Xiuying
A familiar feminine compound name in China; soft and poetic in sound and meaning.
Xinyi
Common modern Chinese feminine name element; meanings vary with characters but often positive and tender.
Xueying
Poetic compound name combining Xue (snow) and Ying (flower); delicate and popular in Chinese communities.
Xiulan
Traditional feminine name in Chinese, often chosen for floral elegance.
Xinyue
Modern-sounding Chinese feminine name invoking lunar or emotional imagery.
Xuan
Unisex but frequently feminine in usage; elegant single-syllable name with varied positive meanings.
Xylia
Greek-derived nature name used in English; softer alternative to Xyla and Xylina.
Xyla
Short, modern-sounding nature name with classical roots; stylish and uncommon.
Xylina
Longer, lyrical variant of Xyla/Xylia used in baby-name circles; feminine and botanical.
Xanthea
Alternate form of Xanthe favored by some English speakers for a softer ending.
Xochil
Colloquial or variant form of Xóchitl used regionally; simple, floral, and familiar in some communities.