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 | Ewe; Advice; Counsel; Protection | |
| | Unisex | Born again; Advice; Council | |
| | Unisex | Verse; Hindu mantra; Hymn | |
| | Unisex | Wisdom | |
| |  Girl | A child who is born on Friday | |
| | Girl | Immortal; Without birth or death | |
| | Unisex | To cut lake | |
| | Girl | Wise; Intelligent | |
| | Girl | Of the noble kind; Honorable; Famous in battle | |
| | Girl | Spring; Spring-like | |
| | Unisex | Strength; Spiritual purpose | |
| | Girl | Torch; Corposant; Moon | |
| | Girl | A messenger; Angels of God; Sent from heaven | |
| | Unisex | Wood | |
| | Unisex | Helper; Supporter; Shining; Brilliant; Radiant; To shine | |
| | Girl | Eagle; Power | |
| | Girl | Sunrise; Dawn; Gold | |
| | Girl | Golden; Soft wind | |
| | Unisex | Life of Zeus | |
| | Unisex | Hospitality | |
| | Girl | Bright; Famous; Bright pleasure | |
| | Unisex | Living; Alive | |
| | Boy | High-born; Exalted; Sublime | |
| | Girl | Messenger | |
| | Girl | High mountain; Exalted | |
| | Girl | Pure; Perfect crown; Slender | |
| | Girl | Beloved; Dear; Cherry fruit; Precious stone | |
| | Girl | Brave counsel; Maiden | |
| | Girl | Follower of Christ; Clear, colorless glass; Ice; Sparkling | |
| | Girl | A Goddess; To tame | |
| | Unisex | Golden; Gold | |
| | Girl | Wonderful gift from God; Fruitful; To possess | |
| | Unisex | Moonlight; Moon halo; Edge of a sword; Terebinth tree | |
| | Girl | Hill; High; Might; Power | |
| | Unisex | Might; Power; Lake | |
| | Girl | Terebinth tree; Oak; Blessed; Holy | |
| | Girl | Ireland | |
| | Girl | Pledge; Hostage | |
| | Girl | Favor; Blessing | |
| | Girl | Purity; Devotion; Faithfulness; Sincerity | |
| | Unisex | Desired | |
| | Girl | A mountain goat; Ibex | |
| | Girl | Desire; Longing; Yearning; Strong love | |
| | Unisex | Crimson; Red | |
| | Girl | Ethics; Noble; Produced; War; God is gracious | |
| | Girl | My God is an oath | |
| | Girl | God is gracious; God will add | |
| | Girl | Descend; Flow down; Pearl | |
| | Girl | Antimony | |
| | Unisex | God is gracious | |
| | Girl | Each of the two; Pure; Viburnum tree | |
| | Girl | Beautiful vegetable or greens | |
| | Girl | Yahweh is gracious | |
| | Girl | Little dragon; Pure; Clean | |
| | Girl | Benevolence; Blessing; Favor | |
| | Girl | Blessed child; Happy child; Lucky child | |
| | Girl | Bright-headed; Frequenting churches; War; Strife | |
| | Girl | Alchemy; A golden goose; Sleight of hand; Magic | |
| | Girl | Connoisseur; Intoxicating | |
| | Girl | Dedicated to Mars; Roman God of war | |
| | Girl | Pearl | |
| | Girl | God's gift | |
| | Girl | One of great wisdom and intellect | |
| | Girl | Precious; Valuable; Extremely desired; Something so good and valuable that people compete for it | |
| | Girl | New comer to the family; Bliss | |
| | Boy | A child of the waves; A surfing child | |
| | Girl | Sweet singing voice; Melodious voice | |
| | Girl | A magnificent queen | |
| | Girl | Sapphire; Lapis lazuli | |
| | Girl | Beautiful; Lily; Rose | |
| | Unisex | My light; Light for me | |
| | Girl | High; Lofty; Elevated | |
| | Girl | Summer | |
| | Unisex | Rye land | |
| | Girl | Divine; Heavenly; Candle | |
| | Girl | Songs of God's glory | |
| | Unisex | Land of the Scots; Gaelic speaker | |
| | Unisex | Sun | |
| | Boy | He who is like the fine silk brocade | |
| | Unisex | Crown; Wreath | |
| | Girl | Little bear; Courageous | |
| | Girl | A beautiful archery bow | |
| | Unisex | Wide island | |
| | Girl | Life of Zeus | |
| | Unisex | Meadow; Plain; Swooping eagle; Speed; Velocity; Quickness; Momentum; Dweller in the meadow; One who lives on the plain | |
| | Girl | Firstborn daughter | |
| | Unisex | Soft fabric; To surge; To swell | |
| | Girl | Joyful deer | |
| | Girl | Noble; Nobility | |
| | Girl | To entice; Charm; Appeal | |
| | Girl | Hope; My God has answered | |
| | Girl | Graceful; Beloved; Drop of the sea; Favor; Chaste | |
| | Unisex | One born into nobility | |
| | Girl | Second; The month April; To open; New in faith | |
| | Girl | A fragrant smell | |
| | Girl | Resurrection; Defending men; Asia; East | |
| | Girl | Noble strength | |
| | Girl | Favor; Grace; Famous type; Rose | |
| | Girl | Strong, free man; Beloved; Friend | |
| | Unisex | Favor; Preservation; Protection; Satisfaction; Pleasure; Water; Rainbow | |
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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