Top girl Names For 2023

Discover the favorites from the past and the trends of today.

In the olden days, parents often chose baby names based on cultural or family traditions. However, looking at the popular girl names of 2023, it is evident that modern parents may follow traditions but are also open to fresh, contemporary names. In 2023, various names gained popularity as parents stuck to the timeless classics while giving fresh, contemporary names a chance.

On one hand, classic names like Olivia (olive tree), Emma (universal), and Charlotte (free man) stood at the top of the list favored by parents who prefer traditional choices. On the other hand, the same list also featured modern names such as Gianna (God is gracious), Aria (melody), and Harper (one who plays the harp), reflecting a willingness to try contemporary options. Even short names such as Luna (moon), Ella (goddess), and Nora (light) received much love from parents for their simplicity and cuteness. Whether you are looking for classics or fresh, modern names, this list is compiled by the SSA (1) and consists of the most popular choices parents loved in 2023.

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Name		Gender	Meaning
Mariel		Girl	Sea of bitterness; Beloved
Moira-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Popularity:-A-Complete-Guide		Girl	Beloved; Sea of bitterness; Fate
Roxana		Girl	Bright; Shining
Sanaa		Girl	Brilliance; Radiance; Splendour; Work of art; Shining light
Adah		Girl	Adornment; Ornament; Noble; First-born girl; Island
Emoni-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Faith
Harmonie		Girl	Harmony; In agreement
Jannah		Girl	Garden; Paradise; Heaven; God is gracious
Jannat-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-Complete-Guide-For-2025		Girl	A garden of Heaven; Paradise
Lanie-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-What-You-Need-To-Know		Girl	Roadway; Path from the meadow; Bright
Maelani-Baby-Name:-What-You-Need-To-Know		Girl	Heavenly; Dark; Black
Marianne-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History		Girl	Rebellious
Minha		Girl	Jade; Nimble; Quick; Humble; Hardworking; Well-mannered; River; Lotus; A gift from Allah
Niya		Girl	To passover; Bright; Purpose; Of Sidon
Senna		Girl	Brightness; Senna plant
Tianna		Girl	A Christian; Follower of Jesus Christ
Yasmeen		Girl	Jasmine flower
Aiyanna		Girl	Eternal blossom; Everlasting bloom; Beautiful flower; Clear; Revelation; Going; Fountain; Downy-bearded
Analiyah		Girl	Favor; Grace; High; Exalted
Anayeli		Girl	I love you; Open
Catarina		Girl	Purity; Each of the two; My consecration of your name
Christiana-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-History-&-Complete-Guide		Girl	Follower of Christ
Josette-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Complete-Guide		Girl	God provides; Jehovah increases
Valentine-Name-Meaning:-Ultimate-Guide-To-Origin-And-Variations		Unisex	Strong; Vigorous; Healthy
Kaniyah		Girl	Beautiful; Beloved
Katia		Girl	Pure; Clear; Each of the two; Hundred; Far off
Keren		Unisex	Horn; Ray of light; Each of the two
Naylani		Girl	The heavens; The Chiefs;
Ryah-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	To flow; River
Annabeth-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-History,-And-Popularity-Guide		Girl	God has favored me; Gracious
Annalia-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Popularity-Trends-In-2025		Girl	Grace; Favor
Anylah-Baby-Name-Guide:-Pronunciation,-Popularity-&-More		Unisex	Air; Wind; Heavenly messenger; Angel
Arabelle		Girl	Lovable; Invokable; Yielding to prayer; Beautiful grace
Ayvah		Girl	To breathe
Azula		Girl	Blue
Coco		Girl	Chocolate bean; Palm tree; Help
Daila		Girl	Beauty
Iylah		Unisex	Moonlight; Beauty; Brilliance
Jolee		Girl	Pretty; God is gracious; He will add; Clearing
Malina		Girl	Soothing; Disciple of St. Columba; Raspberry; Small
Sabine		Girl	A Sabine
Alyana		Girl	Great; High in status; Princess
Collyns		Unisex	Whelp; Young dog; Victory of the people
Edna		Girl	Pleasure; Delight; Luxury; Fire; Rich friend
Elin		Girl	Bright; Shining; Sunbeam
Ivie-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-Popularity-&-Pronunciation		Unisex	Climbing evergreen plant
Janice		Girl	God is gracious
Laina		Girl	Little rock; Handsome; Dark; Wave; Of Magdala; Path
Tylen-Baby-Name-Guide:-Pronunciation,-Popularity-&-Meaning		Unisex	Maker of tiles
Lluvia		Girl	Rain
Lumi		Girl	Snow; Glow; Light; Gentle manner
Maelee-Complete-Baby-Name-Guide:-Pronunciation,-Meaning-&-More		Girl	May; Goddess of growth; Beloved; Wished-for child
Riverlyn		Girl	One who is like a river
Shania		Girl	On my way; Beautiful; God is gracious; Brilliant
Starr		Unisex	Star
Theia:-Everything-You-Need-To-Know-About-This-Divine-Name		Girl	She who is like a goddess; Divine
Zayna-Name-Origin,-Meaning-&-Popularity:-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Beauty and grace; Lovely
Zena		Girl	Hospitality
Eliany		Unisex	The sun; My God has answered
Ivette		Girl	Yew
Karleigh-Name:-Complete-Guide-to-Origin,-Meaning-&-Popularity		Girl	Free woman; Protected; Champion
Kaylen		Unisex	Pure; Keeper of the keys
Mirabelle-Name-Meaning-And-History:-All-You-Need-To-Know		Girl	Wonderful; Wondrous beauty; To admire
Acelynn		Girl	Noble
Aditi		Girl	Boundless; Freedom; Security; Heaven and Earth
Anjali-Name-Meaning:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Offering with devotion to God; Salutation
Elianny		Girl	My God has answered; God's gift
Million-Name-Comprehensive-Guide:-Meaning,-Trends,-And-Traits		Unisex	A million; Bald; Rival
Hellen		Girl	Torch; Sunray; Shining light 60
Johana		Girl	God is gracious
Kamaya-Name:-Pronunciation,-Popularity-Trends-&-Nicknames		Girl	Precious one
Lavinia		Girl	The daughter of King Latinus
Mona		Girl	Wish; Noble one; Who lasts forever; Solitary
Naima		Girl	Pleasantness; Tranquil; Happy; At ease
Primrose		Girl	The very first rose
Taliah		Girl	Dew from God
Zofia-Name-Meaning-And-History:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Wisdom
Aislynn		Girl	Dream; Vision
Charlize		Girl	Feminine form of Charles; Free woman
Citlali		Unisex	Star
Emryn-Baby-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Origins-&-Popularity-In-2025		Unisex	Immortal ruler
Gwenivere		Unisex	White magical being; White phantom
Jiya		Girl	Living or lived; Sweetheart
Keely-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-History,-and-Complete-Guide		Girl	Slender; Fair
Maizy		Girl	Pearl
Marbella-Baby-Name:-Guide-To-Meaning,-Popularity-&-Nicknames		Girl	Spanish town; Beautiful sea
Sade-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Complete-Guide		Girl	Rain; Rule with nobility; Honor confers a crown
Sarina		Girl	Princess; One who laughs; Serene
Scotlyn		Unisex	Scottish heritage; Land of the Scots; Gaelic speakers
Terra		Unisex	Elevated place; Earth
Caitlin		Girl	Pure; Chaste
Carley		Girl	Free man; Army
Dayla-Name-Meaning-&-Origin:-Variants-&-Popularity-Guide		Girl	One who lives near a dale or valley; Name of a flower
Doris		Girl	Gift; Dorian woman
Jaclyn		Girl	Supplanter; May god protect
Melia		Girl	Ash tree; Honey
Mylee		Unisex	Gracious; Dear; Soldier
Precious-Name-Meaning:-Ultimate-Guide-To-Origin-&-Popularity		Unisex	Price; Worth
Yvonne-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-History,-And-Complete-Guide		Girl	Yew tree; Archer
Avia-Baby-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-Comprehensive-Guide-For-2025		Girl	Bird; Strength; Yahweh is my father

Infographic: Trendy Short Names For Baby Girls

Short names were mostly used as nicknames because they were easy to pronounce and remember. They also oozed charm and cuteness, which made them endearing. Over time, the simplicity of these short names captured parents’ hearts, and many of these short names have transitioned into lovable given names for girls. Check the infographic below for the most popular short names for girls in 2023.

Illustration: Momjunction Design Team