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 sea of bitterness; Drop of the sea | |
| | Girl | Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished for child; Beloved; Love; A woman from Magdala | |
| | Girl | Pearl; The god of war; Warlike; Male | |
| | Girl | Love; Affection; Compassion; Harmony | |
| | Girl | Greatest; Supreme; Maximum; Eldest | |
| |  Unisex | Name of the constellation in the northern sky | |
| | Boy | Beloved; Love | |
| | Unisex | Chief; Princess | |
| | Girl | A girl with good qualities; Excellence; Merit; Virtue | |
| | Girl | Who is like God? | |
| | Girl | To meet; To find; Who is for me; Miracle; Gracious; Dear | |
| | Girl | A graceful lady; Dear | |
| | Girl | Lovable | |
| | Girl | Black; Dark | |
| | Boy | Kindness; Compassion; Benevolence; Mercy; Pearl; Strength in battle | |
| | Girl | The water nymph; Undefiled; Immaculate | |
| | Unisex | Wages; Reward; Goods; Wares; Water | |
| | Girl | Favor; Grace; My Yahweh is gracious | |
| | Boy | Like a lamb | |
| | Girl | Winning people | |
| | Girl | One who achieves victory for people | |
| | Girl | Wild rose | |
| | Girl | Small water sprite; Water fairy | |
| | Girl | Destiny; Luck | |
| | Girl | Radiating nimble or brightness | |
| | Unisex | God has given; Blessed and generous | |
| | Girl | Deserving of integrity | |
| | Girl | Everlasting; Continuous | |
| | Girl | Silk; Soft; Singers | |
| | Girl | Ewe | |
| | Unisex | Blessing | |
| | Girl | Olive; Olive tree | |
| | Girl | Flower | |
| | Unisex | New | |
| | Unisex | Father's jewel | |
| | Girl | Dew on flowers in the morning | |
| | Unisex | Favor; Grace; Clearing | |
| | Girl | Noisy; Good lance | |
| | Girl | Maiden; Queen | |
| | Girl | Rose; Fame | |
| | Girl | Famous type; Rose; Soft; Tender; Horse; Flexible horse | |
| | Girl | Rose; Pretty Rose; Beautiful rose | |
| | Girl | Ewe | |
| | Girl | Mother goddess; To flow; Ground | |
| | Girl | Patience; Perseverance; Endurance | |
| | Unisex | Queen; Happy; Willing; Clean; Pure | |
| | Unisex | Queen; Counsel; Advice | |
| | Girl | Best; Superior | |
| | Unisex | Famous type; Sea of bitterness; Love | |
| | Girl | One who is first; Best; Foremost | |
| | Girl | Good friend; Companion | |
| | Girl | Tranquil; Blind | |
| | Girl | Furrow; Wife of Lord Rama | |
| | Girl | Star | |
| | Girl | My princess; God is ruler; The Pleiades; Fair-head nobleman; To be ready; Orderly | |
| | Unisex | Divine; Goddess-like | |
| | Boy | Christian; Follower of the Christ | |
| | Girl | With solemnity; Religious | |
| | Girl | A beloved woman | |
| | Girl | High above | |
| | Unisex | She who hears; Hearing; Listening | |
| | Unisex | Second child; Brilliant; Splendid | |
| | Girl | Gazelle | |
| | Girl | War; Battle; Famous | |
| | Girl | A Christian; To anoint | |
| | Girl | Tigress; Thunder | |
| | Unisex | Beautiful; Divine | |
| | Girl | Victory; Favor; Grace | |
| | Girl | Beautiful Thor, Thunder; Beloved | |
| | Girl | Anointed; Christ's follower | |
| | Girl | Sad; Noise; Tumult | |
| | Unisex | Dear one | |
| | Boy | Maiden; Little spear | |
| | Girl | The princess of Videhas; Of Videhas | |
| | Girl | Dew from God | |
| | Unisex | Sun; Solitude | |
| | Girl | Flower | |
| | Unisex | Young actress; Small star | |
| | Girl | Beautiful | |
| | Girl | Bringing victory; To bring victory | |
| | Unisex | Christ's birthday; Resurrection | |
| | Unisex | Gift of God; A blessing | |
| | Girl | Defender of humankind | |
| | Unisex | Mother of sons | |
| | Girl | Yahweh is gracious; To be gracious | |
| | Boy | Someone successful; Victor; Triumphant; Sapphire | |
| | Unisex | Island; Night; Gracious; Fury; Passion; Hero | |
| | Girl | Flower; Shining; Brilliant; Bright | |
| | Girl | Health; Wellness; Freedom from illness; Well-being | |
| | Girl | Exist; To live | |
| | Girl | Hope; Desire; Wish | |
| | Unisex | Shining; Blooming flower; Splendor; Gold; Dawn | |
| | Unisex | Messenger; Defender | |
| | Girl | Given by God; Noble; Nobility; Wide justice | |
| | Girl | Delicate; Mild; Gentle; Adorned; Pleasure; Delight | |
| | Girl | Crown of wealth | |
| | Girl | Woman; Wife; Hospitality; Guest; Foreigner; To wink | |
| | Girl | God is my rock | |
| | Girl | Black rain; Higher ground | |
| | Girl | Love song; Time; Thank you; Work; Visitor; Alive | |
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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