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 form of taylor | |
| | Girl | Heritage; Wealth; Fortune; Glory of God | |
| |  Unisex | Greeting; Salutation | |
| | Girl | A harvester | |
| | Unisex | Benefit; Oil | |
| | Girl | Dew from God; Heaven's dew | |
| | Girl | Summer; To harvest | |
| | Unisex | Radiant; Of the Lord | |
| | Unisex | Dew from God; Leaping water | |
| | Girl | Manifestation of the God | |
| | Girl | Heritage; Fortune; Lime or teil tree | |
| | Unisex | Beautiful; Pretty; Little poet; Fair | |
| | Girl | Summer; To harvest; Lake | |
| | Girl | Faithfully; Honestly; In a genuine manner; Accurately | |
| | Girl | Calm or quiet | |
| | Girl | Holy thunder | |
| | Unisex | Darling | |
| | Girl | Creeping plant | |
| | Unisex | Priceless; Praiseworthy | |
| | Unisex | Little mother | |
| | Unisex | Rain; Rainy season | |
| | Unisex | Knowledge; Wisdom | |
| | Girl | Eminent; Distinguished; Notable | |
| | Unisex | Plowed land | |
| | Unisex | Full of life | |
| | Unisex | Strong | |
| | Girl | Heaven and Earth; Yahweh | |
| | Girl | Oath; Right hand | |
| | Girl | Man's defender; Warrior; Help | |
| | Unisex | Will helmet; Friend of peace | |
| | Girl | Praise | |
| | Girl | Light | |
| | Unisex | Torch; Corposant; Moon | |
| | Unisex | Right hand; Oath | |
| | Girl | Sapphire; Blue stone; Triumphant; Victorious | |
| | Unisex | To be rich; To become easy | |
| | Girl | Remembrance; One who remembers Allah | |
| | Girl | Rose; Born to royalty; Princess | |
| | Girl | Snow vegetables | |
| | Unisex | Phase child; Underworld child; Reading child | |
| | Unisex | Hope; Grapefruit; Pomelo; Citrus fruit | |
| | Girl | Seven | |
| | Girl | Recollection; Memory; Remembrance | |
| | Girl | Hospitality | |
| | Unisex | Golden | |
| | Unisex | Balm; Salve | |
| | Girl | Brilliancy; Intelligence; Shine; Bloom; Planet Venus | |
| | Unisex | Orange-red clay | |
| | Girl | Glow; Splendor; Luster; Brilliance | |
| | Unisex | Moonlight; Arena; Messenger; Dawning; Path; Visitor | |
| | Girl | Health; Freedom from illness; Well-being | |
| | Unisex | Light; Brilliance | |
| | Girl | Peace | |
| | Girl | Peaceful melody; Calm noise | |
| | Girl | Evidence; Proof; Signs; Verse; Bird | |
| | Girl | One who is blessed with a long life | |
| | Girl | First five letters of the English alphabet | |
| | Girl | Will of God; God is my father; Yahweh is my father | |
| | Girl | Desire or love; Hope | |
| | Girl | Justice; To act justly | |
| | Girl | Beautiful daughter or daughter of an eagle | |
| | Unisex | Star; Prayer; Light; Quick | |
| | Girl | Nobility; Noble | |
| | Girl | Noble | |
| | Unisex | Wealth; Fortune; Spear | |
| | Girl | Daughter of the mountain; Epithet of Goddess Parvati; Woman from Hadria | |
| | Girl | Bright shining light; A torch | |
| | Boy | Blind | |
| | Girl | Living; Alive | |
| | Girl | Chaste; Virtuous; Decent; Pure | |
| | Girl | White; Joy; Happiness | |
| | Boy | Non-duality; Unique; Oneness | |
| | Unisex | Returning; Visitor; Desired | |
| | Girl | Jealousy; Passion | |
| | Girl | Hailing from Ailsa Craig; Elf victory | |
| | Girl | God's gift; Love and purpose; Affection and determination; Lovely poem | |
| | Girl | Little rock; Handsome | |
| | Girl | Torch; Corposant; Moon | |
| | Girl | Beloved; Loved; Being in love | |
| | Girl | Little rock; Handsome; Precious; Tree | |
| | Unisex | Peace | |
| | Unisex | Clear; Apparent | |
| | Boy | Complete; Whole | |
| | Girl | Noble and bright | |
| | Unisex | Asia | |
| | Girl | Noble; Nobility | |
| | Girl | Cheerful; Precious; Awake | |
| | Girl | Truth | |
| | Girl | My God is an oath | |
| | Unisex | Defending men; Strength | |
| | Girl | Lofty; Sublime | |
| | Unisex | Strong-willed; Smart; Loved | |
| | Girl | Noble; Nobility | |
| | Girl | Handsome; Little rock; Noble | |
| | Girl | Desiring the best and filled with inspiring qualities; powerful and unmatched | |
| | Girl | Light of the sun; Beautiful; Joy | |
| | Girl | Lovable; Amiable | |
| | Unisex | Ruler of all | |
| | Girl | Loved by God; Love of God | |
| | Girl | A flower | |
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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