64 Classic Girl Names That End in E

Classic girl names ending in e

From Annie to Zoe, here are 64 ideas for tradition-minded parents looking for classic girls names ending in the letter E:

  1. Charlotte. Charlotte has French origins, literary credentials, and a young royal namesake. No wonder it's red-hot at the moment!
  2. Chloe. A biblical name that has been embraced by non-religious folks as well, so don't worry if you're not a churchgoer.
  3. Ellie. Not sure whether this one belongs with the classics or on the list of lovely vintage names, but either way, Ellie seems to appeal to the new crop of moms and dads.
  4. Grace. Parents never seem to grow tired of this virtue pick!
  5. Zoe. Zoe packs sweetness, saintly significance, and frills-free femininity into just three little letters.
  6. Natalie. Strong feminine and classic, Natalie looks like a winner to us!
  7. Claire. If you're looking for a classic name that's beautiful and feminine but not fussy or frilly, Claire fits the description.
  8. Alice. A cultured classic with literary underpinnings.
  9. Josephine. This charmer boasts timeless elegance, Catholic cachet (it's a saint's name), and a wealth of nickname options. Enough said.
  10. Sophie. A literary classic that sometimes drops in popularity but always finds its footing again.
  11. Caroline. A long, elaborate appellation with proven staying power.
  12. Adeline. A beautiful girl's name with French charm.
  13. Madeline. A very popular version of Madeleine.
  14. Rose. The simple and sweet Rose never seems to go out of style.
  15. Isabelle. This name needs to introduction!
  16. Josie. If you're after a classic name that's sweet and casual, Josie might be an option to consider.
  17. Valerie. The association with the Latin word valēre, meaning "to be strong, powerful, or healthy", adds an element of strength to this pretty name.
  18. Katherine. A rock-solid classic loved by every generation.
  19. June. Warm, familiar, and yours for the taking!
  20. Rosalie. Simultanously sweet and elegant, Rosalie is a beloved choice for a reason!
  21. Hope. This one manages to pack a lot of meaning and sound into one syllable.
  22. Annie. A simple, unpretentious classic with wide appeal.
  23. Elise. The elegant and restrained Elise is always a good choice.
  24. Adelaide. A long, elegant option that sounds modern and traditional at once.
  25. Jane. A traditional name that occasionally takes a dive but always finds its way back to the charts.
  26. Annabelle. If you're into belle-names, here's one that definitely checks the "classic box".
  27. Lucille. This one has a touch of vintage flair, if that's what you're aiming for.
  28. Camille. An understated classic with style to spare.
  29. Maggie. Maggie may have started out as a diminutive form of Margaret and Magdalena, but it also has precedent as a given name.
  30. Catherine. This one name has a lot to offer: longstanding appeal, Catholic gravitas via Saint Catherine of Alexandria, and great nickname potential.
  31. Madeleine. A European royal name, Bible-inspired appellation (Madeleine is a modern rendering of Magdalene), and the name of the first American woman to become the Secretary of State.
  32. Stephanie. A classic -ie name that feels both strong and feminine.
  33. Jacqueline. This one brings together French flair, mid-century vibes, and the legacy of first lady Jackie Kennedy.
  34. Elaine. A name from Arthurian legend, Elaine cannot be called anything but a classic, even if parents are using it in big numbers at the moment.
  35. Eve. Eve enfolds biblical credentials, sweetness, and frills-free femininity into one little syllable.
  36. Mae. A traditional yet fresh pint-sized possibility for a daughter, with plenty of plenty of starbaby cred (Hilary Duff and Erin Napier are among the celebrities who have used this lovely moniker for their daughters).
  37. Katie. A cute, classic name for a baby girl that your daughter can later shorten to the more grown-up Kate, if she so chooses.
  38. Beatrice. This one has a lot going for it: a saintly representative (St. Beatrice of Silva), a great choice of nicknames, and royal cred via Princess Beatrice of York.
  39. Anne. A lovely classic that's got saintly, royal and literary credentials all packed into a single syllable.
  40. Marie. Though suffering from a bit of an outdated image at the moment, the classic Marie will eventually experience a resurgence. Just wait!
  41. Faye. The short and gentle Faye, whether spelled with or without the E at the end, has proven to be surprisingly resilient.
  42. Leslie. This classic name does double duty: it works for both boys and girls.
  43. Louise. If you're looking for a name that packs a royal, saintly and literary punch, Louise is tops!
  44. Julie. A straightforward but pretty name that wears well from childhood into adulthood.
  45. Irene. A forgotten classic ripe for a resurgence.
  46. Maxine. A somewhat serious and solemn name with a solid built-in nickname.
  47. Florence. Brings to mind the capital of Italy's Tuscany region.
  48. Joyce. This one marries an upbeat vibe with pleasing literary overtones.
  49. Christine. Christina—with a bit of a mid-century vibe.
  50. Adrienne. An adaptable, international name that sounds at home in many different countries.
  51. Annette. This one still suffers from overuse in the 1960s but could make an intriguing possibility for parents looking for an unexpected classic name.
  52. Lorraine. A currently underappreciated French charmer.
  53. Geraldine. Geraldine isn't the coolest name by 21st-century standards, but if you manage to shake off the dust and look at Geraldine with fresh eyes, you might see a strong, distinguished appellation with French roots and plenty of historic and cultural cred.
  54. Arlene. A vintage classic that had an illustrious history in Old Hollywood, with several Golden Age actresses sharing the name (think Dahl, Francis, Harris...).
  55. Charlene. If you love the name Charlotte but can't use it for whatever reason, how about Charlene?
  56. Pauline. A French-flavored girl's name with Catholic bona fides via Saint Pauline.
  57. Constance. Sure, Constance has a bit of a dusty image at the moment. But if you manage to see past that image and appreciate its historical value, this could be a contender.
  58. Diane. If you pick this one, your little one will have a lot of famous namesake to look up to (think Diane Kruger, Diane Warren, Diane Lane, Diane Keaton...)
  59. Marguerite. A variation of Margaret, with a floral twist.
  60. Yvonne. A currently-neglected culture-spanning name that straddles linguistic borders with ease.
  61. Jeanette. Janet à la française.
  62. Marianne. Some see Marianne as a timeless classic with saintly and literary associations; for others, it's a dusty, musty moniker with a mid-century vibe.
  63. Suzanne. Classic Susan with frills.
  64. Jeanne. For some, Jeanne is a lovely classic with saintly credentials; for others, it's a clunky mid-century moniker best left on the shelf. What's your take?