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 | Nobleness; Nobility | |
| | Girl | Star | |
| | Boy | Songbird | |
| | Girl | Yew tree | |
| | Girl | Rival; Laborious; Eager | |
| | Girl | Yew tree | |
| |  Unisex | My God is an oath; Hand | |
| | Unisex | Unceasing; Vigorous; Brave | |
| | Girl | Calm; Peaceful; Healer | |
| | Girl | Woman of the clan or family | |
| | Girl | Woman of the race or tribe; Woman of the family | |
| | Girl | Entice; Enchant; Dupe; Fool; Deceive | |
| | Girl | Gray battle | |
| | Girl | White phantom | |
| | Girl | White ring | |
| | Unisex | Fortunate; Good luck; Lucky | |
| | Girl | Valuable; Precious | |
| | Girl | Strength and determination | |
| | Unisex | Light and soft; hair covering a bird | |
| | Unisex | Prosperous; Flourishing; Flower | |
| | Girl | Deer; Lord Vishnu; Goddess Lakshmi | |
| | Girl | Foreigner; Linden tree; Wing; Scent; To be born; To give birth to | |
| | Girl | Gift | |
| | Girl | Cheerful; Glad; Merry; Happy | |
| | Girl | Diamond; One of the many names of goddess Lakshmi | |
| | Girl | My God is Yahweh | |
| | Unisex | Fair bow; Blessed ring | |
| | Unisex | Land of high mountains; Nobility | |
| | Girl | Healer; To heal | |
| | Girl | Green gemstone; Jade | |
| | Girl | My God is an oath | |
| | Girl | Gift of Isis | |
| | Girl | God is gracious | |
| | Girl | God is gracious | |
| | Unisex | One who raises steers | |
| | Girl | God is gracious | |
| | Girl | Family; Kin; Wife; Woman | |
| | Girl | The light of God | |
| | Unisex | God is my oath; Devoted to God; Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished for child | |
| | Girl | Beautiful; Graceful | |
| | Girl | Jasmine; Gift from God | |
| | Girl | Strong spear | |
| | Girl | Power of the spear; Yahweh will exalt | |
| | Girl | To rejoice; He will add; Just | |
| | Girl | Yahweh is gracious; He will add; Torch; Moon | |
| | Girl | Rejoicing; Happiness; Joy; Thursday | |
| | Unisex | Jaybird; Meadow | |
| | Unisex | Garden; Paradise | |
| | Girl | Downy-bearded; Devoted to Jove | |
| | Girl | Physically fit; Noble; Generous, kind | |
| | Unisex | Of Genevieve; Tribe woman | |
| | Girl | Youthful; Jove's child; Downy-bearded; Devoted to Jove | |
| | Girl | Pearl | |
| | Girl | The sun; Warrior | |
| | Girl | Pure; Slender | |
| | Unisex | He will add | |
| | Girl | Keeper of keys; Pure; Mighty warrior; Slender | |
| | Girl | Torture; Pure | |
| | Boy | Blessing from God | |
| | Boy | Concealed; Secreted; Undisclosed; Finally; Destroyer; Conqueror | |
| | Girl | Slender; A narrow; Strait | |
| | Unisex | Epic; Poetic | |
| | Unisex | Rhythm; Flow; Musical beat | |
| | Girl | Big-hearted; Generous; Noble; Dignified | |
| | Girl | Beloved friend; Dear; Pure | |
| | Unisex | Pure; Summer favor | |
| | Girl | Mossy place | |
| | Girl | Pure; Each of the two; Dear; Beloved; Friend; Darling; Loved one | |
| | Girl | The triumphant winner | |
| | Unisex | Integrity; Honesty; Virtuous | |
| | Girl | Faithful like a dog | |
| | Unisex | Cassia; Cinnamon | |
| | Unisex | Warlord | |
| | Girl | Citadel; Fort | |
| | Girl | Empty; Vain | |
| | Girl | The brave one | |
| | Boy | The crowned Lord | |
| | Girl | Pure; To rejoice; Clearing | |
| | Girl | Clear; Bright; Famous | |
| | Girl | Crown; Wreath | |
| | Girl | Settlement of Cerihere's people; She sprung from the fire | |
| | Girl | Fragrant blossom; Gardenia; Wedge; Point | |
| | Girl | Supplanter; Holder of the heel; May God protect; Dear; Noble | |
| | Girl | The name means Woman Warrior with a Spear | |
| | Unisex | Cherish me; Caring for me | |
| | Girl | Kourtnee means domain of the one who is Short | |
| | Girl | Narrows; Channel; Strait | |
| | Girl | Christian; Follower of Christ | |
| | Girl | From the name of the Asian country | |
| | Unisex | To be famous; To proclaim; To declare | |
| | Girl | The pool | |
| | Unisex | Rare beauty; Precious | |
| | Girl | A goddess of purity; Devotion | |
| | Girl | Courteous; Majestic | |
| | Girl | Sweet bay tree; From the bay | |
| | Girl | Laurel tree; Bay tree | |
| | Unisex | Round hill | |
| | Girl | Sweet bay tree | |
| | Girl | A place in France; Variant of Lacey | |
| | Girl | Happy; Loved by people | |
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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