Top girl Names For 2020
Discover the best suited name for your little princess.
Parents often choose names for girls that are meaningful and elegant. Popular girl names of 2020 are inspired by nature, celestial bodies, or cultural diversity. Some of these names have stood the test of time and have been the top favorites of parents for decades, while some are slowly making their way up in the popularity charts. These names come from different languages and cultures, making this list versatile and diverse.
Nature lovers preferred chart-topping names like Olivia (olive tree), Hazel (the hazel tree), and Lily (beautiful white flower) that remind them of the beauty of the natural world. Parents also showered love on spiritual names such as Ellie (God is my light), Bella (gift of God), and Eliana (God has answered). Short names like Luna (moon), Mila (miracles), and Aria (melody) also rose in popularity as parents were attracted to their simplicity and sweet sound. The list below features more beautiful names that were popular in 2020. Compiled by the SSA (1), it offers a variety of options to help you find the perfect name for your precious princess.
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Name | Gender | Meaning | |
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| Girl | Peace; Olive tree | |
| Girl | Whole; Universal | |
| Girl | Desire; Life; Bird-like; Voice; Sound | |
| Girl | She who possesses great knowledge and wisdom | |
| Girl | God is my oath | |
| Girl | Free person; Petite | |
| Girl | Hard working; Industrious | |
| Girl | Mine; Dear; Darling; Wished-for child; Sea of bitterness; Beloved; Rebelliousness | |
| Girl | My father is joy; Cause of joy | |
| Girl | To strive; To excel; Hardworking; Rival | |
| Girl | Beautiful; Goddess; Other | |
| Girl | My God is an oath | |
| Girl | Religious attendant; Priest's helper | |
| Girl | Moon | |
| Girl | Wisdom | |
| Girl | Gracious; Dear; Soldier; Miracles | |
| Girl | Song; Air; Melody | |
| Girl | The color scarlet; Bright red; A person who sold or made clothes made of scarlet | |
| Girl | Weaver; Duck | |
| Girl | Night; Dark | |
| Girl | Fresh blooming; Ripe green shoot; Yellow | |
| Girl | Victory; Roman goddess of victory | |
| Girl | The other Aenor; Shining light; Riches; Fame | |
| Girl | Goodness; Generosity | |
| Girl | Light; Bright; Honor; Dignity; Victorious | |
| Girl | Eternal Life; Life; To breathe; Alive; To live | |
| Girl | Grace; Favor; God has favored me | |
| Girl | The hazel tree | |
| Girl | Name of a flower; Purity; Innocence | |
| Girl | God is my light; My God is an oath; Torch | |
| Girl | Purple; Purple flower | |
| Girl | My god is an oath; Lily flower; Purity | |
| Girl | Life | |
| Girl | Dawn | |
| Unisex | Star; Pillar | |
| Girl | Birthday; Birthday of the God; Christmas; Festival of the nativity | |
| Girl | Boar meadow; Boar clearing | |
| Girl | Weary; Tired; Cow | |
| Girl | Rival; Laborious; Eager | |
| Girl | Willow tree; Freedom | |
| Girl | Light | |
| Girl | Noble strength | |
| Girl | Beautiful; God is my oath | |
| Unisex | Open grassy plain | |
| Girl | Clear; Bright; Famous | |
| Girl | Island | |
| Girl | Torch; Shining light | |
| Girl | Man; Independent woman | |
| Girl | God has given the answer; Sun | |
| Boy | Grace; Favor | |
| Girl | Illusion; Magic; Sea of bitterness; Beloved; Good mother; Dame | |
| Girl | Strong; Vigourous; Healthy | |
| Girl | A precious red jewel; Red gemstone | |
| Girl | Climber plant; Fig | |
| Girl | Most holy; Golden life; Noble; Aryan | |
| Girl | Ascending; Highborn; Exalted; Sublime; Lofty | |
| Girl | Maiden; Girl; Daughter | |
| Girl | Of Magdala; Tower | |
| Boy | A messenger | |
| Girl | Noble; Kind; Nobility | |
| Unisex | God is my strength | |
| Girl | Meadow of hay; Hay clearing | |
| Girl | Of noble birth; Nobility | |
| Unisex | Tranquility; Calmness | |
| Girl | God is gracious | |
| Girl | Name of God; Flower | |
| Girl | Princess; Noblewoman | |
| Girl | Name of the season Autumn; Fall | |
| Girl | She who is wise | |
| Girl | To breathe; To live; Mother of life; Full of life | |
| Girl | Princess; Noblewoman | |
| Girl | Delicate | |
| Girl | God shall grow; Jehovah increases | |
| Girl | Heaven | |
| Girl | Noble; Kind; Nobility | |
| Girl | Woman from Lydia | |
| Girl | Bright; Clear | |
| Girl | Of Magdala; High Tower | |
| Girl | Downy-bearded; Youthful; Descended from Jove or Jupiter; Supreme God; God's peace for the weary | |
| Girl | God is my strength | |
| Girl | Christmas day; Born on Christmas day; Of or concerning birth | |
| Girl | Of Athens; Wise; Goddess of war and wisdom | |
| Girl | Boar meadow; Boar clearing | |
| Girl | Lily; Purity; Innocence | |
| Girl | Black; Dark; Dark-skinned | |
| Girl | Ewe; Beam of light; Counsel; Protection; Lake | |
| Girl | Laurel; Crown | |
| Girl | Rose; Flower; Famous type | |
| Girl | Most holy; Silver; Melody | |
| Girl | My God is an oath; Devoted to God | |
| Girl | Melody; Song | |
| Girl | My God is an oath; Pledged to God; Joyful | |
| Girl | Pure; Each of the two | |
| Girl | Night; Night beauty; Delicate; Sport; Drama; From the island | |
| Girl | Elf ruler; King of the elves | |
| Girl | Noble; Of a noble kind | |
| Girl | Trust; Belief | |
| Girl | Boomerang; Narrows; Channel; Strait | |
| Girl | Beloved; Exalted; Sea of bitterness; Wished-for child | |
| Girl | Pearl |
The popular girl names of 2020 are names that parents have adored for several years. These names have an edge over others because they have appealed to multiple generations and continue to trend in the modern world. When looking for a nice name for your little one, select one that is easy to pronounce, meaningful, and has a contemporary sound. Remember, your daughter will carry this name throughout her life, so choosing one that is exceptional and fitting for her is important.
Infographic: Popular Girl Names Reflecting Positive Qualities
Names not only represent a person but also carry the hopes and dreams that their parents have for them. Many baby girl names correspond to admirable qualities that parents would like their daughters to imbibe. Have a look at the infographic below to see the qualities parents hope their daughters will embody.
References
- Popular Names in 2019.
https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/
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