Top girl Names For 2021

Choose the right fit for your lovely little lady.

Parents often look for meaningful baby names. The list of popular girl names of 2021 indicated that parents opted for names with rich history and deep meanings. Many names rooted in foreign languages won over parents because of their unique sound and positive meaning. Names also gained popularity because of the admirable or pleasant qualities they embodied.

Names like the Greek Sophia (She who possesses great knowledge and wisdom), German Caroline (independent woman), and the Roman Julia (God’s peace for the weary) rose the charts as parents appreciated their deep meaning. The Latin Olivia (peace), Roman Emily (hardworking), and the Greek Victoria (victory) also stayed strong in the popularity chart due to their positive connotations. Even nature-inspired names such as the Latin Luna (moon), Hazel (the hazel tree), and Lily (beautiful white flower) seemed to appeal to the parents. Check out the list below, compiled by the SSA (1), to discover the most popular names of 2021 and find the perfect name for your little lady.

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Name		Gender	Meaning
Daenerys-Name-Meaning-And-Popularity:-A-Complete-Guide		Girl	Lady of light; Lady of hope
Gwenyth		Girl	Fair; Blessed; White
Izabel		Girl	My God is an oath
Citlali		Unisex	Star
Karly-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-Origin-And-Popularity		Girl	Womanly; Free woman
Krisha		Girl	Black or dark
Kenslee-Name-Guide:-Pronunciation,-Popularity,-Numerology-&-More		Unisex	Clearing belonging to Cyne; Royal
Lotus-Name:-Ultimate-Guide-To-Meaning-And-2025-Popularity		Girl	Lotus flower
Shania		Girl	On my way; Beautiful; God is gracious; Brilliant
Zulema-Name-Meaning:-Comprehensive-Guide-For-Your-Baby-Girl		Girl	Peace
Anjali-Name-Meaning:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Offering with devotion to God; Salutation
Analiyah		Girl	Favor; Grace; High; Exalted
Emelyn		Girl	Brave; Unceasing; Vigorous
Kalliope-Name:-Meaning,-History,-Nicknames-&-Popularity-Guide		Girl	Beautiful voice
Maryann		Girl	Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished-for child; Beloved; Love; Favor; Grace
Ofelia		Girl	Help; Advantage
Primrose		Girl	The very first rose
Riverlyn		Girl	One who is like a river
Rosaleigh-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Popularity:-Complete-Guide		Girl	She is a rose
Tina		Girl	Christian; River
Lyrica		Unisex	Lyrical; Song-like
Zamira		Girl	Mind; Heart; Conscience
Annalisa		Girl	Graced with God's Bounty; Graceful Meadow; Favor
Asiyah		Girl	Grieved; Distressed; Caring one
Alayla		Girl	Night
Brea-Name-Meaning-&-Origin:-Comprehensive-Baby-Name-Guide		Girl	Hill; Might; Noble
Dawn		Girl	Daybreak
Elisheva-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Complete-Guide		Girl	They have taken God as an oath
Fatoumata		Girl	To abstain; To wean
Janiah		Girl	God is gracious
Ileana-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Complete-Guide		Girl	Torch; Moon
Ivette		Girl	Yew
Kathy		Girl	Bright; Authentic; Pure; Clean; Clear; Innocent
Leigha		Girl	Weary; Cow
Lluvia		Girl	Rain
Sama		Girl	Sky
Zena		Girl	Hospitality
Adelia		Girl	Noble
Dianna		Girl	Divine; Like a goddess; Roman goddess of the moon
Gema-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-What-You-Need-To-Know		Girl	Precious gem stone; Jewel
Braylynn		Unisex	Descendant of Bradan; Primrose; Salmon
Hellen		Girl	Torch; Sunray; Shining light 60
Brystol		Unisex	The site of the bridge
Janney		Girl	God is generous
Katy-Baby-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-History,-And-Variations		Girl	Clear; Pure; Flawless
Huda-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Popularity:-Complete-Guide		Boy	Right guidance
Luci-Name-Meaning-in-2025:-Ultimate-Guide-To-Origin-And-History		Girl	Light; Illumination
Heiress:-Complete-Guide-To-Pronunciation,-Popularity-&-More		Unisex	A woman who is set to inherit wealth, property, or a title
Irelyn:-The-Ultimate-Guide-To-Meaning-And-Popularity		Girl	Abundant land; From Ireland; Peace
Nariah-Name-Meaning:-Ultimate-Guide-To-Origin-&-Popularity		Girl	Lamp of Yahweh; Beloved; Affection; Rebelliousness; Wished for child
Nirvana-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-Origin-&-Popularity		Girl	Ultimate bliss; Liberated; Salvation; Extinguished; Blown out
Oriana		Girl	Gold
Prudence-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Popularity:-Complete-Guide		Girl	Wise; Skilled; Good judgement; Prudent
Selma		Girl	God's protection; God's helmet; Safe; Beautiful vew; Peace
Adalia		Girl	Noble one; Kind; Yahweh is my refuge; God is my refuge
Alanis		Girl	Little rock; Handsome
Carrie		Girl	Man; Freeholder
Elif		Girl	One with a slender body; Shaped like an elif
Elyssa-Name-Meaning,-Origins,-And-Pronunciation:-Complete-Guide		Girl	My God is an oath
Taylynn		Unisex	To cut; Tailor; Lake
Eowyn-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-Complete-Guide		Girl	Horse lover; Horse joy
Jahzara-Name-Meaning:-Ultimate-Guide-To-Origin-&-Popularity		Girl	Princess; Blessed princess
Leen		Girl	Tender; Delicate; Brave lion; Torch
Meira		Girl	Light; One who gives light
Ameena		Girl	Truthful; Trustworthy; Faithful; Honest woman
Ania		Girl	Graceful young girl; Favor; Merciful
Anisa		Girl	A friendly companion; Like love
Terra		Unisex	Elevated place; Earth
Anora		Girl	Honor; Esteem; Dignity; Pomegranate
Haleigh-Name-Meaning,-Origin-&-Variations:-Complete-Guide		Girl	Hay clearing
Kayley		Girl	Each of the two; Pure; Meadow
Manha		Girl	A direction; A path of life; Gift from Allah; Many leaves
Iylah		Unisex	Moonlight; Beauty; Brilliance
Rania		Girl	Looking at; Gazing; Heavenly; Winner; Successful
Raniyah-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-Complete-Guide		Girl	To look at; Victory; Someone with a loving gaze; Queen
Ria		Girl	To flow; Ground; Love; Beloved; Crimson pear; Joyful; Sweet; Free
Yocheved		Girl	Yahweh is glory
Aleya		Girl	To ascend; Noble; Lofty; Heavenly
Ani-Baby-Name:-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Meaning-And-History		Girl	Favor; Grace
Xitlali		Girl	Star; Goddess of the moon
Charlette		Girl	Free individual; Petite
Debora		Girl	Bee
Elyza		Girl	My God is an oath; My God is abundance
Emmylou-Baby-Name:-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Meaning-&-Popularity		Girl	Whole; Universal; Rival; Famous in battle
Evaluna		Girl	Life; Moon
Kourtney		Girl	Short nose
Laia-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Well-spoken; Sweetly spoken
Isra		Unisex	Night journey
Nell		Girl	Bright; Dazzling one; Torch
Rumi		Girl	Fasten; Flow; Beauty
Susannah-Name-Meaning,-Origin-And-History:-Ultimate-Guide		Girl	Lily; Lotus; Rose
Acacia-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Popularity:-Complete-Guide		Girl	Thorn; Sharp point; Immortality; Resurrection
Adleigh		Boy	Heather field
Alyna		Girl	Light; Bright; Noble; Soft; Tender
Avonlea		Girl	A field near the river; Woodland; River
Alyza		Girl	Joy; Happiness; Joyful; Noble; Exalted
Caia		Girl	Pure; To rejoice; Each of the two; Far off
Cambrie-Name-Meaning,-Origin-&-Popularity:-Guide-For-2025		Girl	Wales; The people
Cheyanne-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Popularity:-Complete-Guide		Girl	Red speakers
Dafne		Girl	Laurel

Infographic: Popular Spiritual Names For Girls

Religion has been a part of human society for millennia and has shaped our traditions, values, and beliefs. No matter the culture, faith in the One ultimate power is evident in the baby names of different languages. Check out the infographic below to explore some of the most popular baby girl names with spiritual significance.

Illustration: Momjunction Design Team