British girl names starting with S

Star

Holy and Desent, A Pretty Plant, Lotus, Lord Shiva

Sadie is a Hebrew name meaning "princess." It started as a nickname for Sarah but has since firmly established itself on its own with a spunky vibe.

Skill, Wisdom

Lady, Noblewoman, Form of Sarah, Princess

This unisex English name means “from the southern homestead” and combines modern style with surname appeal.

English in origin, it’s an occupational name that’s recently gained favor for its warm, pastoral image.

A sturdy, one-syllable English name that feels grounded and bold, used by newsmen and rockstars alike.

Oracle, Prophetess, Sibyl, Priestess of Apollo

Traditionally masculine and meaning “Scot,” it’s now surprisingly more common for girls in the U.S.

Princess, It Refers to Flat Land at the Foot of Mount Carmel, Place in Israel, Honey

Though common as a surname, this English name meaning “blacksmith” feels unexpectedly bold as a first.

An English occupational name meaning “woodcutter,” now a trendy unisex option with literary flair.

Protect and Man, Man's Defender, Protector, Form of Alexander

Country Meadow, Bright Grassland

This Irish place-name implies wisdom and nature, drawn from the legendary River Shannon.

French in origin, this surname-turned-first-name means “keeper of provisions” and retains a polished tone.

Bright Red, Army, The Scarlet, Free Man

French in origin and meaning “Saint Denis,” it’s long linked to both place and character names in pop culture.

Perfectly Healthy, Helmet of God, Sacrifice, Safe

Mountain Range, Sierra

Irish Form of Cecilia Blind, Slang Term for Woman

Originally from a Norman surname, it means “marshy land near the sea” and peaked with vintage appeal.

Derived from Old Norse, this unisex name means “from the willow estate” and carries a gentle, nature-based tone.

An English nickname that means “happy” or “sunshine,” it’s lighthearted.

Lily, Form of Susan

An Irish surname turned first name, Sloan means “warrior” and gives off a cool, modern edge.

English in origin and quite literal, this whimsical word name is ideal for writers or dreamers.

The Sabines were Tribe Living in Central Italy, Sabine

Lily, From the Name Susan

Rose

A Finnish and Yoruba name, this short form of Folashade means “rain” or “honor bestows a crown.”

Dear, Darling, Flat Pasture, A Plain

Victory and Liberator, Beautiful

Short and sunny, this multicultural name means “sun” in Spanish and “prayed for” in Hebrew.

Both Irish and Hebrew in origin, Shay means “gift” or “admirable,” making it a soft yet strong choice.

This Irish name means “hawk-like” and “stately,” and works as a stylish unisex pick.

This name refers to the scenic Scottish isle and suggests open skies and freedom.

Meaning “of high quality,” this Old English name also links to silver and British currency.

Seedling, Elm Seed, Outlook, Result

Light, Moon, Heaven, Beautiful

Greek in origin and short for Stephanie or Stephen, this spunky name gained fans thanks to Stevie Nicks.

The Lord is Gracious, Lily, Ancient, Old

A Scottish name meaning “from St. Clair."

Meaning “son,” this casual nickname-turned-name has been made famous in pop and TV history.

A bold celestial pick, this word name shines especially bright for winter or holiday-born babies.

Empire, Beauty of the Stars, Good, Star

Originally a medieval boy's name, Stacy means “fruitful.”

A variant of John with Hebrew roots, it means “God is gracious” and became a male favorite in the ‘70s.

Wonderful, Ruby

Ceremony, Religious, An Angel of the Sun, Festive

Gods Gift, Female Version of Shaun, Yahweh is Gracious, Sean

Victory, New

This French name meaning “Saint Denis” has swung between genders over the decades.

Latin in origin, Sage means “wise” and doubles as an herb long tied to ancient healing and knowledge.

Plain, Arrow

Derived from the Latin for “sun,” this modern word name has spiritual hints and celebrity appeal.

Used across cultures from Korean to Arabic, Sena has varied meanings like “praise,” “army,” and “grace.”

Shiyr, Poetry, Singing, Song

Yahweh is Gracious, Gold, Very Pretty, Sweet

A peaceful Hebrew name, Shiloh features in the Bible and found modern fame through celebrity use.

Lily, Rose, True Beauty, Anemone

Sunshine, The Warm Light of Day

Greek in origin, this once-popular name means “resurrection” and “steadfast,” and works for all genders.

Pleasant Community, Enchanting, A Chame, Cool Breeze

Irish in origin, Sullivan means “dark eyes” and offers the upbeat, nickname-ready Sully.

English in origin, it refers to the precious metal.

Essence, Noble

Of Irish and Gaelic origin, this soft name means “stately” or “from the fairy palace.”

Derived from Greek roots, this vintage nickname means “defender” and works across all genders.

Star, Stella, Esther, Inspiring

Princess

Bright Red, Army, Scarlet Cloth, Free Man

Short for Shadrach, with meanings ranging from “happy” to “fish.”

Meadow on the Ledge, Method, Language, Female Sheep

A Bird, Resembling a Small Songbird

The beautiful, Happiness

Blind, From the Fairy Palace, Goddess Parvati, Irish Form of Cecilia

Lily

Yahweh is Gracious, Famous, Pride, Peaceful

Light Or Holy, Svet

Summer Season

My, Meadow on a Shelf, Form of Shelly, Female Sheep

Stella, Star, Inspiring, Esther

Grateful, Thankful

Violent Weather, Stormy, Tempestuous, Use of the Word as Name

Trust, Reality, True

Queen of Sheba, Promise, Morning

Perfect peace, Tranquility

Lily, Fleur De Lys

Tempestuous, Violent Weather, Storm

Holy, The Devotees

American Spelling of Sean, Present, God is Gracious

Quiet, The Word Serenus Which is of the Meaning Serene Clear Bright, Joy, Peaceful

Yahweh is Gracious

Forest, Woman of the Woods, Wood

Healthy, Sincere, Peaceful, Happy

Peaceful Child

Saint Ana, Saint Anna

Alexandra, Protect and Man, Manly

Lily

Lily Flower, Variant of Hebrew Susannah, Rose

Risen One, Giving Fruit, Resurrection, To Stand

Village the Manor House, Willow Settlement

Surrender

Surrender, Joy, Injuring, Protection

The Lord is Gracious, Yahweh is Gracious

A Gael, From Scotland, Scottish, The Scotsman

Son of Stephen

Lily, Variant of Hebrew Susannah, Rose

Goddess Parvati, Blind, Daughter of the Mountain

Summer, Place Name

Hear, His Name is God, Powerful

From the Name Susan, Lily

Lovely, Sweet, Very Pretty, The Lord is Gracious

Beautiful, Happiness

God is Merciful, Yahweh is Gracious

Little and Womanly, Carl, Man, Female Version of Charles

Peaceful, Serene

Holy

Reddish Brown

Blessed

Gentle

Descendant of Sluaghadhán, A Warrior

Bright Friend, Quick as the Wind, Swift

Protection, Victory and Peace, Safety

Form of Anastasia, Giving Fruit, Shall be Reborn, Surrender

Gold

Yahweh is Merciful, River, Wise, Old

Marilyn, Sheryl

Name of God

Lily

He Resists

Luck, Good, God is gracious

Yahweh is Gracious

Peaceful, Daughter of Kind Dasarath

Shade, Good

Inhabitants of Sabine

Burning One, Palace Or Earth, Serpent, Princess

Good, Form of Shakshi, Natural, Luck

Resurrection

Peaceful, Famous, Pride, Splendour

Womanly

Female Version of John, Brightness, Jehovah has been Gracious, Gods Gift

Free Man, Strong, Vigorous, Little

The Crowned, Wreath, To Wear a Crown, Garland

Form of Cynthia, Way, Bright

Irish river

Yahweh is Gracious, From Ireland, Lord of the Earth, English

The Moon

Ewe, Female Sheep, Meadow on the Ledge, Daughter

Yahweh is Gracious, God is Merciful

Irish River, Old, Ancient, Small and Wise

The Sawyer, One who Saws Wood

Patronym of Baron Chantal, The Word Chant Which Means Song, Inspired By the Holy

Patronym of Baron Chantal, The Word Chant Which Means Song, Inspired By the Holy

Sheryl, Marilyn

The Lord is Gracious, Yahweh is Gracious

Cherry, Lovely and Graceful, Kindness, Brotherly Love

Summer Season

From Sheba, Daughter of the Oath, Fresh Air, Early Morning Breeze

Inspired By the Holy

The Crowned, Crown, Garland, Victorious

Inspired By the Eponymous Perfume

Channel, Canal

Plain

Leaves Given to Ganesha, Dark Beauty, Loving and Kind. Love Attention But Can Be Shy. Very Beautiful

Inspired By the Holy, Patronym of Baron Chantal, The Word Chant Which Means Song

Gracious, God is Merciful, Ankle Bells, Gods Gift

A Combination of the Prefix Sha and Nika, Luck, Good, God is Gracious

Genuine, A, Pure, First-rate

Persevering, Patient, Sword

Fast like an Ostrich, Red rose, Consort of the sun, Little princess

Reddish Brown

A Holy Man

Dispenser, Provisioner

Lion, The Beloved One