Polish female names come from the Polish language and draw on both Slavic and Christian traditions. Most feminine given names end in -a, and many have feminine formations from masculine bases (for example Augustyna from Augustyn). Diminutive and affectionate forms with -ka or -usia are widely used in speech, but formal registration typically uses the standard form, not the nickname. The name day calendar has historically influenced choices.

Contemporary usage favors classic, easily declined forms and revived traditional names, alongside Polish adaptations of international names. Examples include Alicja, Dorota, Celina, Berenika, Danuta, Aniela, Adela, Agnieszka, Augustyna, and Bogna.