Classic Girl Names That End in N
Girl names ending in -n go back eons, so if you're looking for a classic name for a baby girl, there's a nice selection of n-ending names that might appeal. From eleborate names with the -lyn suffix (Evelyn, Madelyn) to charming -an and -en enders (Vivian, Helen), here are 19 classic girl names that end in -n:
- Evelyn. A pretty, can't-go-wrong choice.
- Lillian. A romantic classic with the sweet built-in nickname Lily.
- Madelyn. A variation of Madeleine, an old French name that has a long history of use in English-speaking countries as well.
- Vivian. An elegant V-name made more approachable by the cute short forms Vivi and Viv.
- Gwendolyn. A currently-underused classic of Welsh origin.
- Carmen. To some ears, Carmen will undoubtedly sound a bit dated, but to many parents, it's a charming classic with saintly credentials.
- Helen. For some, Helen is an outmoded moniker best left to hibernate, but for others, it's a forgotten classic ready to make a comeback.
- Kathryn. The original -ryn name.
- Eileen. A warm, welcoming name with Irish origins.
- Ellen. Familiar and well-established, but still nicely under the radar.
- Kathleen. If you're after a traditional name that's instantly familiar but rarely heard on today's playgrounds, try Kathleen.
- Susan. This classic name still suffers from overuse in the 1950s but could make an intriguing possibility for parents looking for something a little surprising.
- Ann. A traditional name that parents aren't falling for in big numbers at the moment.
- Carolyn. This one combines classic style with a mid-century vibe.
- Marian. An old name with great provenance. Marian Keyes is a notable literary bearer.
- Joan. A currently-neglected classic with impeccable saintly, literary and royal bona fides.
- Marion. A forgotten classic with unisex appeal.
- Jean. This is the French equivalent of John, but in English-speaking countries, it's mostly seen as a variation of the feminine given name Jane.
- Lynn. Whether you use it as a first name or tuck it in the middle spot, this sleek name of Welsh origin has an appealing, outdoorsy meaning: "lake."
