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 | Princess; Noblewoman; Chief; Ruler | |
| | Girl | Star | |
| | Girl | Beautiful; Well-formed; Slim and fair | |
| |  Unisex | Companion in night conversation; Under God's rule; To talk in the evening; Battle; War; Enchanting; Early morning fragrance; Entertaining companion; Wind | |
| | Unisex | To talk in the evening; Good result; Fruitful; Beneficial | |
| | Girl | Bird | |
| | Girl | Prophetess | |
| | Girl | A woman from Cynthus; Light | |
| | Girl | Regal; Exotic; Resolute | |
| | Unisex | Clouds that come at night; Night traveler; Rain that falls at night | |
| | Unisex | Shadow of the mother; Happy; Lucky | |
| | Unisex | Rock | |
| | Girl | Yahweh is gracious; Beautiful girl | |
| | Girl | She is a woman who wears the crown | |
| | Girl | Star | |
| | Girl | Of Zeus; Zeus of Nysa; Zeus's tree | |
| | Girl | Level; Even; Second brightest star in the sky | |
| | Girl | Peaceful man | |
| | Unisex | Heard by Yahweh | |
| | Girl | Summer; Happy; Joyful | |
| | Girl | Lily; Lotus; Rose | |
| | Girl | Prophetess; Sibyl; Oracle | |
| | Girl | A young actress; A small star | |
| | Unisex | Purple or violet; Night; | |
| | Unisex | Graceful | |
| | Unisex | Little Goddess Lakshmi | |
| | Unisex | Receptacle of beauty | |
| | Girl | Darling; Beautiful; Pretty | |
| | Girl | Goddess; Compose; Bind; Love; Affection | |
| | Girl | Summer; To harvest | |
| | Girl | Date palm | |
| | Girl | A supreme gift from God | |
| | Unisex | An opulent person; Rich | |
| | Girl | Pleasing; Agreeable | |
| | Girl | Energy; Vigor; Strength | |
| | Unisex | Crown; Fresh | |
| | Unisex | Quiet; Peaceful | |
| | Girl | A Christian | |
| | Unisex | Mat of wealth | |
| | Girl | A young female deer; Prosperity; Splendor; Virtue; Child | |
| | Unisex | Woman from Cynthus; Goddess | |
| | Boy | Valuable | |
| | Unisex | Follower of Christ | |
| | Girl | Lineage; Flute; Forest | |
| | Girl | One who is soft and delicate; Elegant; Beautiful; Graceful | |
| | Girl | Color; Appearance; Form | |
| | Unisex | Day of the week named after the Norse God of war, Tyr | |
| | Girl | Victory; Conqueror | |
| | Unisex | Bright, Beautiful; Soft hearted | |
| | Unisex | To be strong | |
| | Unisex | Vision; Knowledge | |
| | Unisex | Alive | |
| | Unisex | Wood | |
| | Girl | Jasmine | |
| | Girl | White phantom; Magical being | |
| | Unisex | Beautiful | |
| | Girl | God is my light; My God is Yahweh | |
| | Boy | Chaste | |
| | Girl | Flower | |
| | Unisex | Jasmine | |
| | Unisex | Prayer; Worship; Supplication; White rose; Clearly; Obviously | |
| | Girl | Shadow; Shade | |
| | Girl | A branch; Wild olives; My praise | |
| | Girl | Warrior or Champion | |
| | Girl | Forenoon; Sacrifice; Immolate | |
| | Unisex | Beautiful; Bright; Shining; Brilliant | |
| | Girl | Visitor; Pilgrim | |
| | Girl | Brother | |
| | Unisex | Pious; One who remembers Allah regularly | |
| | Girl | Unique; Unparalleled; Unrivalled; Exquisite | |
| | Girl | Family; Halo of the moon; Moon-like; Beautiful | |
| | Unisex | Quick; Merry; Alert; Hospitable | |
| | Girl | Dawn; Star | |
| | Girl | Someone who gives shelter; One who seeks God's protection | |
| | Girl | My father's joy; My father rejoices | |
| | Girl | Peace | |
| | Girl | Noble; Grieved | |
| | Unisex | Enchanting; Dawn; Well-spoken; Articulate | |
| | Girl | Nobleness; Nobility | |
| | Girl | Greek goddess of wisdom; Blueberries; To refine | |
| | Girl | Health | |
| | Girl | Laughter; Myrtle tree | |
| | Unisex | Ascending; Mount; Horse rider | |
| | Girl | Dreams | |
| | Girl | Noble or nobility | |
| | Unisex | To collect; To earn; To reap | |
| | Girl | Wise moon | |
| | Girl | Living; Alive; Moonlike | |
| | Girl | A child who is born on a Wednesday | |
| | Girl | Illuminating; Kindling | |
| | Unisex | Noble; Honorable | |
| | Girl | Precious; Child; Light; Harmony | |
| | Girl | Noble; Nobility | |
| | Girl | Noble; Honorable; Protected by God | |
| | Girl | God of light | |
| | Girl | Diamond; Adamant | |
| | Girl | Aloe plant | |
| | Girl | Love; Kind-hearted | |
| | Girl | God's grace; Mercy of God | |
| | Girl | Exalted; Highly respected | |
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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