163 Elegant Estonian Girl Names

Estonia, a hidden gem nestled in the Baltic region of Northern Europe, boasts a rich cultural heritage that extends to its tradition of baby naming (1). In a land known for its enchanting landscapes, captivating history, and unique linguistic roots, Estonian baby names offer a glimpse into the heart and soul of this vibrant nation. The Estonian language is categorized within the Finnic branch of the Uralic language family. Estonian naming practices are deeply influenced by its language, which belongs to the Finno-Ugric group, distinct from its Indo-European neighbors. This linguistic divergence has resulted in a collection of names with a melodic and mystical quality, often evoking the serene beauty of Estonia's forests, lakes, and coastal landscapes. The naming practices of Estonia are vast. Each individual in Estonia possesses a given name, typically selected by their parents. While it's acceptable to have a maximum of three given names, one or two are more prevalent. In certain cases, two names are linked with a hyphen. The legal stipulation mandates that given names must distinctly correspond to a specific gender. Locative bynames appear to have been used to characterize an individual based on their birthplace, present, or previous residence. These bynames can stem from towns or manors, as well as more general topographical attributes. While most the instances discovered so far pertain to men, they offer insight into the individual's connection with their origin or dwelling. Patronymic bynames, on the other hand, indicate a person's identity as the son or daughter of a certain father (2). Diminutive forms of names find favor within social circles and families in Estonia. These variations are often crafted by appending the suffixes -ke or -kene to a given name. For instance, Eevi might become Eevike or Eevikene, while Peeter could transform into Peetrike or Peetrikene. Additionally, nicknames serve as another common practice, where given names are abbreviated for convenience (e.g., Peeter might be affectionately referred to as Peet). Embark on a journey with us through a world of linguistic beauty, cultural significance, and a connection to the very essence of Estonia. Whether rooted in nature, history, or embracing modern nuances, Estonian names encapsulate the spirit of a nation that cherishes its heritage while looking toward the future.

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Name		Gender	Meaning
Helen		Girl	Warm; Moon; To shine; Light; Sun
Eve		Girl	To live; To breathe
Helena		Girl	Torch; Shining light
Johanna		Girl	God is gracious
Raina		Girl	Queen; Night; Pure; Advice
Elina		Girl	Bright light
Ingrid		Girl	Beautiful goddess of fertility; Godlike beauty
Leena		Girl	Torch; Of Magdala; Tender; Sunlight
Agnes		Girl	Chaste; Pure
Kristina		Girl	Christian; Follower of the Christ; Anointed
Kaira		Girl	Alluring; Delightful; Beloved; Dark
Ester		Girl	Star; Evening star
Karmen		Girl	Fruitful orchard; Garden; Song; Charm; Voice like soft music
Heidy		Girl	Nobility
Leen		Girl	Tender; Delicate; Brave lion; Torch
Mayla		Girl	Beloved; Love
Irina		Girl	Peace
Evelin		Girl	Living; Life
Nella		Girl	Torch; Moon; Highly praiseworthy; Shining one
Aleksandra		Girl	Defender of mankind
Leana		Girl	Weary; Cow; Favor; Grace
Janely		Unisex	God is gracious; My God is an oath
Mai		Girl	Water; Love; Dance; Beloved
Krista		Girl	Christian; Follower of the Christ; Anointed
Kaileen		Girl	Slender; A narrow; Strait
Aine		Girl	Splendor; Radiance; Brilliance; Love sound; The only one; My eye; Descendant; Scene; Sight
Kristin		Girl	Christian; Follower of the Christ; Anointed
Aina		Girl	Always; The only one; Grace; Favor; Scene; Sight; Mirror; Difficult birth; Elegant love; Chaste
Kristel		Girl	Christian; Follower of the Christ; Anointed
Ilona		Unisex	Light; Torch; Moon; Joy
Maile		Girl	A vine or a shrub
Meila		Girl	Dear; Gracious
Aili		Girl	Holy; Blessed
Jelena		Girl	Sunray; Light; Bright; Sunlight
Leina		Girl	Petal; Torch; Ray of Light
Rea		Girl	Flowing; Ground; Beautiful; Wise; Sound of jewels; Bow; Jasmine
Ailey		Girl	Light; Holy; Blessed; Hay clearing; The other Aenor
Kaide		Unisex	Pure
Saida		Girl	The fortunate one; Happy
Eda		Girl	Well mannered; Fortunate battle; Noble; Rich friend; War
Inga		Girl	Ancestor; Ing is beautiful
Kayda		Girl	Little dragon; Pure; Clean
Svetlana		Girl	Light; World
Anella		Girl	Grace; favor; Henna
Kaari		Girl	Young girl; Pure
Vella		Unisex	Soft fabric; To surge; To swell
Kaida		Girl	Little Dragon; Pure
Ave		Girl	To hail; Greetings; Salutations; Elf
Mailee		Girl	Apricot; Beautiful dawn; Clearing; Vine
Evi		Girl	To live; To breathe
Meri		Girl	The marine; Deep ocean
Rainie		Girl	Queen; Rain
Daily		Unisex	Beauty; Assembly; Meeting
Elyna		Girl	Torch; Corposant; Moon
Inna		Girl	Little light; Beauty of Germanic god Ing; Tender
Anastassia		Girl	Estonian form of Anastasia; Resurrection
Illa		Unisex	My God is Yahweh; Torch; Moon; Corposant
Saima		Girl	Fasting
Helina		Girl	Bright; Noble; Shining; Tinkling
Sula		Girl	Little bear; Liquid
Vivika		Girl	Battle; Bright; Wisdom
Marka		Girl	Mars; God of war; Male; Warlike; Pearl
Katrin		Girl	Natural; Clear; Pure; Clean; Innocent
Marily		Girl	Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished for child; Beloved; Love
Janika		Girl	God is gracious; Woman
Thania		Girl	Establisher; Decider; God has given; Great; Ruler
Kristi		Girl	Christian; Follower of the Christ; Anointed
Maire		Girl	Gushing; Sugary; Star of the sea
Raima		Girl	Pleasing; Protection; Advice
Esta		Girl	Star; Evening star
Jaana		Girl	Sea of bitterness; Beloved; God is gracious
Mairi		Girl	Bitter; Dance; Plum
Arti		Girl	Worshipping ritual; Bear man; Bear king
Birgit		Girl	The exalted one; Help; Save; Rescue
Hela		Girl	Torch; Corposant; Moon; Bright; Clear; Vaianakh god of darkness; Wanton sport
Laili		Girl	Vapour; Steam; Holy; Blessed; Nightly; Like the night
Ly		Girl	Glimmer; Plum tree; Logic
Aile		Girl	Holy; Blessed
Arni		Girl	Eagle; Serious; Earnest
Mella		Unisex	Dark; Vigorous; Brave; Bee; Mild; Pleasant
Urmi		Girl	Wave; Billow; Frost
Raynne		Girl	Counsel; Advice; Queen; Rain; Happy
Lilika		Girl	Bringing good news; Downy-bearded; My god is an oath
Helin		Girl	Torch; Corposant; Moon
Lai		Girl	Wide; Spacious; Reliable; Victory of the people
Leontine		Girl	One who is as strong as a lioness; Lion
Silja		Girl	One who is blind
Lauri		Girl	Laurel tree
Maali		Girl	Black swan
Silvi		Girl	Wood; Forest
Leili		Unisex	Vapour; Steam
Velda		Girl	Power; Authority; Famous ruler
Taima		Unisex	Deep and sincere love; Sapling; Young tree; Plant
Tatjana		Girl	Fairy queen
Miku		Girl	Beautiful; Sky; Shrine maiden; Who is like God
Sesilia		Girl	Variant of Cecily; Blind
Julia		Girl	Downy-bearded; Youthful; Descended from Jove or Jupiter; Supreme God; God's peace for the weary
Aino		Girl	The only one; Unique
Ainu		Girl	The only one
Anete		Girl	Grace; Favor

Infographic: Enchanting Estonian Baby Girl Names

Estonian girl names are a fusion of elegance and nature echoing the country's landscapes. Each name resonates with Estonia's heritage. Embrace tradition and modernity, celebrating individuality while cherishing deep-rooted connections. Dive into the world of Estonian feminine names in the infographic below and find the perfect name for your daughter.

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