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 | |
|---|---|---|---|
 |  Unisex | Utterance; A saying; Word; That which is spoken; Word of Christ | |
| |  Girl | Hospitable; Foreigner; Guest | |
| | Unisex | Horse; Soft; flexible; Tender; Famous type | |
| | Girl | Rising; Ascending; Musical note | |
| | Unisex | To harvest; Summer | |
| | Girl | Noble; Kind | |
| | Girl | Song; Melody; Air | |
| | Girl | Noble; Little rock; To shine; Delicate | |
| | Girl | Noble; Nobility | |
| | Unisex | Life | |
| | Girl | Grace; Favor | |
| | Girl | A stream of moon | |
| | Girl | A religious leader authorized to perform rituals; To throw | |
| | Girl | Virgin; Maiden | |
| | Unisex | Graceful; Orange tree | |
| | Girl | Flower | |
| | Girl | The exalted one; Power; Strength; Virtue | |
| | Girl | Queen mother; White; Pure | |
| | Girl | Who is like God | |
| | Girl | Darkness; Mountain range | |
| | Girl | Coral; Precious gemstone made by polishing coral | |
| | Girl | Hanging branch | |
| | Girl | Name for cave temples in India; God is my light | |
| | Girl | To breathe; To live; Hazelnut | |
| | Unisex | My God is Yahweh; Nobleness; Nobility | |
| | Girl | Yahweh is gracious; To behold | |
| | Girl | The attractive one | |
| | Girl | Outstanding; Slave woman | |
| | Girl | Joy; Happiness | |
| | Girl | Oath of God; Lily; Night | |
| | Girl | Skilled; Expert; Talented | |
| | Girl | Birdnest | |
| | Girl | Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished for child; Beloved; Love | |
| | Girl | Miracle; Chaste; Holy; Pure | |
| | Girl | Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished for a child | |
| | Girl | Small; Humble | |
| | Boy | Moonglow; Under the protection of God | |
| | Girl | Cherry blossom | |
| | Girl | Pleasantness | |
| | Girl | Jasmine flower | |
| | Girl | High; Lofty; Sublime; Exalted one | |
| | Unisex | Beautiful; Adorable | |
| | Boy | Light | |
| | Girl | Gracious; Full of grace; Cow; Weary | |
| | Girl | Meadow of the Gods; Meadow at the foot of the hill; River mouth | |
| | Girl | Eternal; Grace; Prosperous | |
| | Girl | Bean farmer | |
| | Girl | God is gracious | |
| | Girl | Youthful; Downy-bearded | |
| | Unisex | To live; To breathe | |
| | Girl | Cheerful; Glad; Merry; Happy; | |
| | Unisex | Beautiful angel | |
| | Girl | From the name of a place in Scotland; The forsaken one | |
| | Girl | A wonderful girl; Elegant beauty; Of wondrous beauty; Wonderful; Wondrous | |
| | Girl | People's victory | |
| | Girl | May; Goddess of growth; Beloved; Wished-for child | |
| | Girl | Calm; Peaceful melody | |
| | Girl | Dream; Vision | |
| | Girl | Of the noble kind; Noble; Honorable | |
| | Girl | Noble; Protected by God | |
| | Unisex | A gift from God has come | |
| | Girl | Brave; Courageous; Rye clearing | |
| | Girl | Most beautiful | |
| | Girl | Name of a flowering shrub | |
| | Girl | Victory; Conquest; Sun; Green shoot; Solitude | |
| | Girl | Master; Lord | |
| | Girl | Clear; Pure; Ice; Bearing Christ | |
| | Girl | One who lives near a dale or valley; Name of a flower | |
| | Girl | Shining bright light coming from above | |
| | Girl | Bird; Fig | |
| | Girl | Hero; Warrior; Period of time; Goddess of marriage; Protectress | |
| | Girl | Deer | |
| | Girl | God may protect | |
| | Girl | Royal fortress meadow; Cyndeburg's field; War chief | |
| | Unisex | Precious stone | |
| | Girl | Unique; Confident; Ambitious | |
| | Girl | Christian; Follower of the Christ; Anointed | |
| | Girl | Love; Most beautiful; My God is an oath | |
| | Girl | Gleam; Shine; Sparkle | |
| | Girl | Singer; Ray of sunshine; Queen; Happy; Friend; Perfume | |
| | Girl | Clouds that bring rain at night | |
| | Girl | On my way; God is gracious | |
| | Girl | Wisdom | |
| | Unisex | Northman; Norseman | |
| | Girl | Worthy; Beloved; Friend | |
| | Girl | Honorable; Ornamental; Noble | |
| | Girl | Bird | |
| | Girl | Peaceful; Lion | |
| | Girl | Ash tree clearing; Meadow of Ash trees; Of the Ash tree meadow | |
| | Girl | Blessed; Happy; Voyager | |
| | Unisex | Honest; Hope; Faith | |
| | Girl | The beauty of light; Radiant; Joy; Wind | |
| | Girl | One who has courage and patience | |
| | Unisex | From Agnes town | |
| | Girl | God is with us | |
| | Unisex | Song; Melody; Air | |
| | Girl | Well-born; Noble; Born to nobility | |
| | Boy | Clearing on a hill; Burned clearing | |
| | Girl | To breathe; To live; Live with grace | |
| | Girl | Gathering; University | |
The list of popular girl names in 2021 will give you an idea about the different names you can consider when looking for names for your daughter. For final selection, ensure you have not chosen the name only because it is popular. Opt for a name that many parents admire but also is in line with the values you believe in. If you’re unsure, consider the one quality you hope your daughter will embody and seek a name that reflects that trait.
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
References
- Popular Names in 2020.
https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/
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