The letter N starts some of the most beautiful girl names in the world, and it’s no secret why! The soft, warm sound of the letter N makes it perfect for feminine names, and cultures the world over have taken note.
For example, there’s the exquisite Nayyirah, an Arabic name that means ‘radiant,’ ‘brilliant’, and ‘full of light.’ Critically acclaimed poet Nayyirah Waheed dons this name, proving that those with the name can create works as beautiful as what they are called.
There are also classics like Nell and Nessa, which are short for Eleanor and Vanessa, respectively. Their cute diminutive forms make them perfectly spunky for baby girls, and they’ve got a lovely meaning to match. Like Nayyirah, Nell means ‘shining light,’ while Nessa comes from the Greek for ‘holy’ and ‘butterfly.’
Last but not least is the pan-African favorite Ngozi (pr. en-GOH-zee), which means ‘blessing’ in Igbo. While it’s still mostly popular in its native Nigeria, it’s a beautifully original name for your little blessing-to-be.
We have even more beautiful girl names starting with N on our extensive list below, so keep reading to learn more about their meanings and origins.
Nadia
Meaning: The person who is full promises
Origin: Russian, Spanish
Naia
Meaning: A Nymph
Origin: Latin, Spanish
Nakhat
Meaning: Perfume
Origin: Urdu
Nansy
Meaning: God has forgiven me
Origin: Australian
Naome
Meaning: My happy and my glad
Origin: Hebrew
Nasifa
Meaning: Joyful leader
Origin: Arabic
Nayyirah
Meaning: Brilliant, and full of light
Origin: Arabic
Nawra
Meaning: The blossom or flower
Origin: Arabic
Ndari
Meaning: Full moon
Origin: Indonesian
Neale
Meaning: Follower
Origin: Scottish
Nell
Meaning: Shining light
Origin: English
Neshat
Meaning: Joyful
Origin: Arabic
Nessa
Meaning: Holy and butterfly
Origin: Greek
Ngozi
Meaning: Blessing
Origin: African
Nhally
Meaning: Studious and siligent person
Origin: Arabic
Nhung
Meaning: Look a lot like velvet
Origin: Vietnamese
Nia
Meaning: Prettiness
Origin: Celtic
Nibal
Meaning: The mark to specify the relation
Origin: Arabic
Niccole
Meaning: The success of the nation
Origin: English
Nicki
Meaning: Crowd
Origin: Greek
Nida
Meaning: The one who stays in prayers
Origin: Arabic
Nigella
Meaning: Flower
Origin: Gaelic
Nihel
Meaning: Talents, presents, awards, gifts
Origin: Arabic
Nini
Meaning: Momentary and excellent industry
Origin: French
Nipa
Meaning: The formal expression of praise
Origin: Indian
Njoki
Meaning: She who returned
Origin: African
Nkechi
Meaning: The precious treasure from God
Origin: African
Nkiru
Meaning: God will provide the excellent gift
Origin: African
Noa
Meaning: Indication
Origin: Hebrew, Spanish
Noam
Meaning: Loveliness or satisfaction
Origin: Hebrew
Nogah
Meaning: Attractive and beautiful lady
Origin: Hebrew
Noirin
Meaning: Respectful or honest
Origin: Irish
Nola
Meaning: The one who has fair complexion
Origin: Gaelic
Nomi
Meaning: Fundamental or basic
Origin: Hebrew
Nora
Meaning: Brightness
Origin: Spanish
Noreena
Meaning: Graceful and decency
Origin: Irish
Nu
Meaning: Affectionate and caring girl
Origin: Burmese
Nudara
Meaning: Talented
Origin: Arabic
Nuon
Meaning: Soft and tender
Origin: Cambodian
Nura
Meaning: The person who gives numble
Origin: Arabic
Nureen
Meaning: Shining, glowing
Origin: Arabic
Nusa
Meaning: Graceful woman
Origin: Hungarian
Nyasia
Meaning: A decency
Origin: Greek
Nyathera
Meaning: The quality of being modest
Origin: African
Nycole
Meaning: Someone who brings satisfaction
Origin: Greek
Nyein
Meaning: Quiet, calmness
Origin: Burmese
Nyeki
Meaning: A recently grown plant
Origin: African
Nyree
Meaning: The most graceful
Origin: Maori
Nyunt
Meaning: Blossom
Origin: Burmese
Nyx
Meaning: The one who is charming and fascinating
Origin: German, Greek
