5671 English Baby Girl Names With Meanings

English baby girl names are popular in the US, Canada, New Zealand, UK, and Australia, usually including a given name, middle name, and family name. English names have an assortment of origins, blending diverse traditions and influences. While not all the names have English origins, they have been assimilated and embraced through the years. Some names stem from vocabulary words such as Hope and Summer, while others link to surnames, including Beverley, Cameron, and Ryan. Variations of traditional names, independent abbreviations, and diminutives are also commonly embraced.

The cultural evolution of the region is mirrored in the history of English names. The Angles and Saxons, Germanic tribes, arrived in Britain in the fifth century (1), introducing Old English Germanic names. Later, in the late eighth century, the Vikings brought Old Norse names, some of which merged into English names. The Norman Conquest in 1066 replaced many Old English names with Germanic names of Norman origin.

During the 13th century, Christian names became favored in England, as the Church encouraged naming children after saints of Ancient Greek, Latin, or Hebrew origins. The 16th century Protestant Reformation saw King Henry VIII break away from the Catholic Church, forming the Anglican Church (2). Protestants, valuing scripture over saints, popularized biblical names. In the 17th century, Puritans preferred less-known biblical and virtue names, such as Charity and Patience. English names have seen a revival, with older ones resurfacing in the 18th and 19th centuries. Literary and mythological influences influenced names, and the Victorian Age embraced floral and gemstone-related names.

In modern times, English names have grown with variants and invented names. Using surnames as given names has also become more common, especially in America. This post presents an extensive compilation of English baby girl names, each with a unique story and meaning. It celebrates the rich tapestry of the English naming tradition, aiding you in finding the perfect name for your little one.

Name		Gender	Meaning
Amberlie		Girl	A forever, jewel-quality resin
Amberlin		Girl	Beautiful gem
Amberr		Girl	A warm honey coated jewel- quality resin
Ambrey		Unisex	Immortal; Forever
Ameliah		Girl	Work; Industrious
Ametta		Girl	Variant of Amold and Amette; Power of an eagle
Amette		Girl	Variant of Amold and Amette; Power of an eagle
Amilee		Unisex	Energetic; Charming; Feminine
Amily		Unisex	Hardworking; Industrious
Ammerie		Unisex	Divine rulers of the universe; Noble; Inoffensive; Beloved
Ammy		Unisex	Industrious; Striving
Amoree		Unisex	Loved one; Sweetheart
Amorica		Girl	Ancient name for Britain
Analize		Unisex	Gracious; Analytical; Introspective
Ande		Girl	Male; Manly; Brave; Virility; A variant of name Andrea
Andraya		Girl	Strong and courageous
Andy		Unisex	Courageous; Enduring
Anie		Unisex	Grace; Mercy; Compassion
Anivia		Unisex	Ice bird
Anjanette		Girl	Blend of Ann and Janet; Gift of God's Favor; Little Heavenly messenger; Derived from name Anne
Annabelinda		Girl	Gracious; Beautiful serpent
Annabeth		Girl	God has favored me
Annalea		Girl	Graceful; Compassionate
Anne		Girl	Grace; Favor
Anneken		Girl	Sweetness of Face; Favor; Grace; A variant of Anna
Annele		Girl	God is Gracious; Sweetness of Face; Favor; Grace; A variant of Anna; Pure; Chaste
Annelene		Girl	Sweetness of Face; Favor; Grace; A variant of Anna
Annes		Girl	God is gracious one and he has answered the prayers
Annierose		Girl	Variation of Hannah; a beautiful prayer
Annlee		Unisex	Gracious meadow
Annsley		Unisex	Hermitage field; One's own meadow
Anon		Unisex	Anonymous; Unidentified
Any		Girl	Radiant; Bright
Any		Girl	The radiant one who is bright and nightless
Aprille		Girl	Second; The Month April; Derivative of English name April
Apryl		Girl	Second; The month April; Derivative of English name April
Apryll		Girl	Second; The month April; Derivative of English name April
Aralynn		Girl	Beautiful; Unique
Arby		Unisex	Variant of Erb
Ardie		Unisex	Warm; Eager; Industrious
Aribelle		Girl	Lion of God; Altar; Beautiful Eagle
Arison		Unisex	Powerful; Complete
Arjay		Unisex	Strong; Intelligent; Confident
Arkham		Unisex	The fictional town in Massachusetts, used in stories by H.P. Lovecraft
Arletta		Girl	Little aristocrat
Arlow		Unisex	Barberry tree; Hare land
Arlowe		Unisex	Barberry tree
Armie		Unisex	Soldier; Army man
Armitage		Unisex	Hermitage
Arnia		Girl	Strong as an Eagle; A variant form is Arnea and Arneah
Arykah		Girl	A honorable ruler; limitless protector
Aryn		Girl	Peace; resourceful and independent being
Arynn		Girl	Peace; A builder; A planner
Arysta		Girl	They have a strong and majestic personality
Aschton		Unisex	A tree settlement; East town
Aseey		Girl	A brave and bold being; modest one
Ashari		Girl	A voracious and soft spoken person
Ashelee		Girl	The meadow of ash trees
Asheliegh		Girl	An enclosed space filled with a meadow of Ash trees
Ashiana		Girl	Peaceful friend
Ashla		Girl	Ash wood; Meadow of ash trees; Ash tree clearing; Variant of the name Ashley
Ashlan		Girl	Ash wood; Meadow of ash trees; Variant of the name Ashley; A variant form of Ashlyn
Ashlea		Girl	Ash wood; Meadow of ash trees; Ash tree clearing; Variant of the name Ashley
Ashleah		Girl	Ash wood; Meadow of ash trees; Ash tree clearing; Variant of the name Ashley
Ashleay		Unisex	The one who loves their neighbor; a meadow
Ashlee		Girl	Meadow of ash tress
Ashleen		Girl	One who is the meadow of ash trees
Ashleena		Girl	Ash wood; Meadow of ash trees; Ash tree clearing; Variant of the name Ashley
Ashleks		Girl	Filled with aspirations; an imaginative and kind hearted individual
Ashlen		Girl	Ash wood; Meadow of ash trees; Ash tree clearing; Variant of the name Ashley
Ashli		Girl	Ash wood; Meadow of ash trees; Ash tree clearing; Variant of the name Ashley
Ashlie		Girl	A meadow of ash trees; Undaunted
Ashliegh		Girl	Ash wood
Ashlinn		Girl	Ash wood; Meadow of ash trees; Ash tree clearing; Variant of the name Ashley; Dream; Vision
Ashly		Girl	Ash wood; Meadow of ash trees; Ash tree clearing; Variant of the name Ashley; Dream; Vision
Ashlyn		Girl	Dream; Meadow
Ashlynn		Girl	Dream
Ashlynne		Girl	Ash wood; Meadow of ash trees; Ash tree clearing; Variant of the name Ashley
Ashten		Girl	Ash tree settlement; Town of ash trees; Ash tree town; Ash wood; A variant of the name Ashley
Asitanga		Unisex	One who is an expressive and optimistic being
Ason		Unisex	Healer
Aspen		Girl	Shaking or quaking tree
Aspin		Unisex	Strong; Agile; Tree-like
Aspyn		Unisex	A type of tree; Symbol of protection and resilience
Aspynn		Girl	Aspen tree; flutter even in the slightest breeze
Asselyna		Girl	A self content, logical and amusing person
Astaire		Unisex	Elegant,; Charismatic; Talented
Astarinel		Girl	One who is a like a star; gateway
Astile		Unisex	Noble; Strong; Leader
Astoria		Girl	Name of a place in Queens; New York
Astra		Girl	Stars
Astrigis		Girl	An active and pleasure loving individual
Astrobella		Girl	A shining star lover
Atena		Girl	Goddess of wisdom; Wise; Praise; A variant form of the name Athena
Atheleisia		Girl	Infinite; They lack patience; Serious and idealistic
Atheleys		Girl	A risk taker; one who has progressive and free thinking
Athelflead		Girl	A lonesome, hopeful and energetic being
Athelinda		Girl	One who guards and is immortal
Athelyna		Girl	One who has an eager personality; Educated one
Athilda		Girl	At the elder tree; From the elder tree grove; A variant of the name Atilda

Infographic: Vibrant English Names For Your Baby Girl

For proud parents-to-be, picking a name for the newest member of their family can be stressful. The thought of choosing a classic or modern name, one with a special meaning or a unique sound, all puts undue pressure. But there's no need to feel overwhelmed. Read this infographic to find some popular and inspirational names for your girl.

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