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 | |
|---|---|---|---|
 |  Girl | A graceful star of the sea | |
| |  Unisex | Helper; Defender of men | |
| | Girl | Eyes; Resurrection | |
| | Girl | Gift of life; Vibrant spirit | |
| | Girl | People's champion; People's victory | |
| | Girl | Victory of the people | |
| | Girl | Talent | |
| | Boy | Travel; Day | |
| | Girl | Success; Prosperity; Lover of Lord Krishna | |
| | Unisex | One who is forever; Eternal | |
| | Girl | To tie; To bind; To join | |
| | Girl | Special; New beginning | |
| | Unisex | Good mother; Purpose; Aim | |
| | Girl | One who is a delight, rejoice; One who creates happiness | |
| | Girl | Rye field; God is my strength | |
| | Girl | Join; Tie; Snare | |
| | Girl | Thankful; Grateful | |
| | Girl | Hindu goddess Parvati; Kind; Auspicious | |
| | Girl | Lily; Rose; Lotus | |
| | Unisex | She; God; Egyptian solar deity | |
| | Girl | Leaping water; Peaceful; Mountain top; Balance; To be tranquil | |
| | Girl | One who has all the best qualities; To accompany; To go together after; To follow; Infer as a consequence | |
| | Girl | Belonging to Vishnu; All-pervasive | |
| | Unisex | Land of the Scots; Gaelic speaker | |
| | Girl | Gift from God; Lonian; Water nymph | |
| | Girl | Beautiful; Life of Zeus | |
| | Girl | Serenity; Tranquility; Clear; Calm | |
| | Girl | Adornment; Decoration; Downy-bearded; Youthful; Strong | |
| | Unisex | Tiler of roofs | |
| | Girl | Life | |
| | Girl | Wisdom | |
| | Girl | Lady; Princess; Noblewoman | |
| | Girl | Light; Holy; Blessed; Hay clearing; The other Aenor | |
| | Girl | Hospitality; Life of Zeus | |
| | Girl | Delicate beauty | |
| | Girl | Noble strength; Strength of God | |
| | Girl | God is light; Dreamer | |
| | Unisex | Yew tree; Army; Warrior; Quince | |
| | Boy | Brother | |
| | Unisex | Noble; Respected | |
| | Girl | Daughter of God | |
| | Girl | Grace; favor; Henna | |
| | Girl | Beautiful | |
| | Girl | High; Power; Hill | |
| | Girl | Song; Stone | |
| | Girl | The one who is pure | |
| | Unisex | God is my father | |
| | Girl | Woman from Cynthus; Greek moon Goddess | |
| | Unisex | Elf counsel | |
| | Girl | One who belongs to God | |
| | Girl | The supreme lord; Divine; Desire | |
| | Girl | My God is an oath | |
| | Girl | Rival | |
| | Girl | Most holy | |
| | Girl | To open; To conquer | |
| | Girl | Flourishing; Prosperous | |
| | Girl | Valley; Good | |
| | Girl | Graceful | |
| | Girl | Hay clearing; Lake | |
| | Girl | Happy; Delighted; A child who brings happiness; One who lives a happy and peaceful life | |
| | Girl | God is Gracious | |
| | Girl | God is gracious; Gift from God | |
| | Girl | May God protect; Holder of the heel; Supplanter | |
| | Girl | Member of the Gauts tribe; Joyous | |
| | Girl | Rarest pearl | |
| | Unisex | Hay's meadow; Hay clearing; A brain | |
| | Girl | Rhythm; Flow | |
| | Girl | Stone of the flank | |
| | Girl | Wales; The people of Wales; Compatriots | |
| | Unisex | Light; Torch; Moon; Joy | |
| | Girl | Pure; Each of the two | |
| | Girl | Watchful; Alert; Vigilant | |
| | Girl | Kent valley | |
| | Unisex | Persecuted; Fool; Great peace | |
| | Girl | Treasure; To see left; A kinswoman; Royal victory; Gold mint | |
| | Girl | My lord is Yahweh | |
| | Boy | The one having stripes; Mount Kenya | |
| | Girl | From the royal meadow | |
| | Girl | Clearing; Favor; Grace; Downy-bearded; My God is an oath | |
| | Boy | Like silk; Attractive | |
| | Girl | A dark-haired beautiful woman who is born at night | |
| | Girl | Helper; Defender | |
| | Girl | Bluish; Name of a purple shrub | |
| | Unisex | Misshapen head; Armored head | |
| | Girl | Heavenly flower or garland; Royal child | |
| | Unisex | Ancient | |
| | Girl | Light; Buoyant | |
| | Unisex | Cultivate; Worship; Culture | |
| | Girl | A pearl-like woman; Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished for child | |
| | Girl | Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished-for child; Beloved; Love; Torch; Moon; Corposant | |
| | Girl | My God is an oath; Lily; Favor; Grace | |
| | Girl | Of the night | |
| | Girl | Olive | |
| | Girl | God's gift | |
| | Unisex | White beauty; Blessed appearance; Pot; River; Oats | |
| | Girl | Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished for child; Beloved; Love | |
| | Girl | Wonderful; Beloved; Wished-for child; Sea of bitterness | |
| | Girl | Good mother; Beloved; Love; Torch; Moon | |
| | Unisex | A glass bead | |
| | Girl | Mind; Wisdom; Intelligence | |
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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