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 | Overhanging settlement | |
| |  Unisex | Unceasing; Vigorous; Brave; Spring; Fountain | |
| | Girl | Of Analisa; God has favored me | |
| | Girl | Favored grace; Wished for child; Sea of bitterness | |
| | Girl | A meaningless name | |
| | Girl | Feminine of Andrew; A defender of mankind | |
| | Girl | God was gracious; God has shown favor; Grace | |
| | Girl | Unique; Strong; Feminine | |
| | Unisex | To turn; To return and repent to Allah | |
| | Boy | High; Exalted; Thunder | |
| | Girl | One who has no enemies; A friend | |
| | Girl | Loveable | |
| | Girl | Graced with God's Bounty | |
| | Girl | Grace; Favor | |
| | Girl | Home | |
| | Girl | Traveller; Wayfarer; Pedestrian | |
| | Girl | God's gift; With many parts; Purple | |
| | Girl | Worthy of one's parents | |
| | Unisex | To bless; To bestow favor upon | |
| | Girl | Thread of protection; Wristband | |
| | Girl | Fulfillment; Accomplishment; Unique; Unmatched | |
| | Girl | Worship | |
| | Unisex | Representation of love | |
| | Girl | Well-advised protector; Wise guardian; A wise and strong ruler; Strong counselor | |
| | Girl | Silver | |
| | Girl | Knowing; Knowledgeable; Learned; Well-educated; Believer | |
| | Girl | Pledge; Oath; Promise | |
| | Girl | Wish; Longing; Hope; Desire | |
| | Girl | Golden; Gilded | |
| | Unisex | Butterfly | |
| | Girl | She who walks the sea; Lady of the sea | |
| | Girl | Swordsman; One without sorrow; Hopeful person; Lover | |
| | Girl | Dream; Vision | |
| | Girl | Dream; Vision; Ash meadow; Meadow of ash trees | |
| | Girl | Ash wood; Meadow of ash trees; Ash tree clearing; Variant of the name Ashley | |
| | Girl | Longing; Yearning | |
| | Girl | The one to be praised or acknowledged; Friend | |
| | Girl | One who lives on the rye fields | |
| | Unisex | Sun; Ether | |
| | Girl | Noble strength; From Hadria | |
| | Girl | Dainty; Neat; Delicate | |
| | Unisex | Panel of Cedar; Earth | |
| | Girl | Favor; Grace | |
| | Girl | Flower water | |
| | Girl | The mother Earth; River | |
| | Girl | Beauty; Blessed; Beginning | |
| | Girl | A colorful sound | |
| | Girl | Someone from Reis or Reissen in Bavaria; Warrior; Traveler; Someone who lived near a thicket; Woodcutter | |
| | Unisex | From the Spanish town of Avila | |
| | Unisex | Bright; Shining | |
| | Girl | Skin shiny like the moon; Moonlike | |
| | Girl | Path; Way; Silent | |
| | Unisex | God's gift | |
| | Girl | Wild quinoa; Skillful | |
| | Girl | Great; Powerful; Perseverance | |
| | Girl | Queen of Sheba | |
| | Girl | Name of the Queen of Sheba | |
| | Girl | Flower; Dry | |
| | Girl | My God is an oath; Traveler | |
| | Unisex | God's Help | |
| | Boy | One who was a bailiff | |
| | Unisex | Beautiful; Obedient | |
| | Girl | Bright; Bringer of victory | |
| | Girl | God wishes; One who follows the will of God | |
| | Boy | Consent; Blessing | |
| | Girl | Pretty; Beautiful; Cheerful; Good; | |
| | Girl | Daughter of an oath | |
| | Unisex | Clear evidence; Proof | |
| | Girl | House of Fishing; House of hunting | |
| | Boy | Earth; Soil | |
| | Girl | The exalted one; Power; Strength; Virtue | |
| | Girl | The exalted one | |
| | Girl | The basil plant; Fire; Torch; Sword | |
| | Girl | A shy and quiet woman | |
| | Girl | From Brittany; Of Brittany; From Great Britain | |
| | Girl | Love; Snow | |
| | Girl | The most beautiful one | |
| | Girl | Hill; Mound; Brownness | |
| | Girl | She has a crooked nose | |
| | Girl | Whiteness; Clarity | |
| | Girl | Maiden of Viviane; French damsel of the lake | |
| | Girl | Gracious being; Favor; Grace | |
| | Girl | Stone | |
| | Unisex | Cup; Fairest; Most beautiful | |
| | Boy | Patience | |
| | Girl | Man; Army | |
| | Girl | Chalk landing place | |
| | Girl | Golden flower; Follower of Christ | |
| | Girl | A Christian; Follower of Jesus Christ | |
| | Girl | Sky; Heaven | |
| | Unisex | Empty; Vain | |
| | Girl | Glory; Goddess Clíodhna | |
| | Unisex | Rhythm; Flow | |
| | Girl | Royalty; Countess | |
| | Unisex | Cherry | |
| | Girl | Maiden | |
| | Girl | Maiden; Little one; Girl | |
| | Girl | A beautiful, darling daughter | |
| | Unisex | Christian; Bearing Christ; Who is like God | |
| | Girl | Lordly; Lady | |
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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