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
Masai-Name-Meaning-&-Origin:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Unisex	Expected savior; Deliverer
Aziyah		Girl	Strong; Powerful
Betsy		Girl	My God is an oath
Caeli-Name-Meaning:-Guide-To-Popularity,-Numerology-&-More		Girl	Heaven; Sky; Descendent of Caollaidhe; Of Keely
Ellyana		Girl	Sun; God answered my prayer
Karli		Girl	Little and womanly; Free woman
Katy-Baby-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-History,-And-Variations		Girl	Clear; Pure; Flawless
Ryla		Girl	A little king; Descendant of Rian
Saniya		Girl	Brilliant; Splendid; Second Child
Amila		Girl	Valuable; Priceless; Brave; Soft; Clean; Smart; Work
Azalia:-Meaning,-Origin,-Pronunciation-&-Popularity-Guide		Girl	Dry; Freedom from jealousy
Bridgette		Girl	The exalted one; Power; Strength; Virtue
Diane		Girl	Goddess of hunting and childbirth; Divine; Goddess
Dianna		Girl	Divine; Like a goddess; Roman goddess of the moon
Everlie		Unisex	Boar; Woodland clearing
Isobel		Girl	My God is an oath
Kyrah-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-History-And-6-Adorable-Nicknames		Girl	Throne; Sun; Young; Lord; Black
Laynee		Unisex	Torch; Corposant; Moon
Lourdes		Girl	French town; Craggy slope
Lucianna		Girl	Light
Maleni		Unisex	Dark; Black; Sky; Heaven
Manuela-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Complete-Guide		Girl	God is with us
Nyx		Girl	Night; Goddess of night
Susie		Unisex	Lily
Taryn		Unisex	Land of Eoghan; People's ruler; Trespasser; Thunder; From a rocky cliff
Theadora		Girl	Gift of God
Yasmina		Girl	Jasmine flower
Zayda-Name-Meaning:-Comprehensive-Guide-For-2025		Unisex	Fortunate; Prosperous; To Increase
Adora		Girl	Adoration; Adored
Akshara		Girl	Letter; Syllable; Sound; Unalterable; Imperishable; One of many names of Lord Vishnu, Lord Brahma, and Lord Shiva
Aliyana		Girl	Corposant; Moon; Sun; Most holy; Noble
Koi		Unisex	Love; Affection; Yearn For; Romantic love; Passionate love
Cedar-Baby-Name-Meaning,-History-&-Popularity-In-2025		Girl	One from the coniferous tree
Kaileen-Name:-A-Guide-To-Meaning,-Popularity,-Nicknames-&-More		Girl	Slender; A narrow; Strait
Karoline		Girl	Free woman; Army; Freeholder; Song of joy; Strong; Beautiful
Laniyah		Girl	A light that is found within
Liora-Name-Meaning:-Guide-To-Origin,-Pronunciation-&-Variations		Girl	Light for me
Melinda		Girl	Beautiful honey; Sweet; Bee; Dark-skinned
Minerva:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-History,-And-Popularity		Girl	Intellect
Shreya-Name-Meaning,-Origin-&-Popularity:-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Superior; Best
Siobhan-Name-Origin,-Meaning,-And-Popularity:-Complete-Guide		Girl	God is gracious
Xareni		Girl	Protector of beauty
Ziyah		Unisex	Light; Glow; Splendor
Annaliese		Girl	Graced with God's oath; Graced by God's bounty
Asiyah		Girl	Grieved; Distressed; Caring one
Caliyah-Name-Meaning:-Popularity,-Pronunciation-&-Key-Insights		Girl	High; Lofty; Sublime
Deja		Girl	Already seen; Remembrance
Everlynn-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-Essential-Guide		Girl	Like a wild boar; Brave boar; Boar clearing; Boar lake
Henrietta-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Complete-Guide		Girl	Ruler of an estate; Ruler of the home
Inayah		Girl	Care; Concern
Jenevieve		Girl	Woman; Family; Juniper tree
Madina		Girl	City of the Prophet
Malika		Girl	Queen
Maliya		Girl	A sea of rebelliousness; Wished for child; Beloved
Ofelia		Girl	Help; Advantage
Oona		Girl	Lamb; Universal; Happy
Zaliyah		Girl	Kept near to God; Yahweh has set aside
Abbie		Girl	May father is joy; He rejoices; My father is light
Ameena		Girl	Truthful; Trustworthy; Faithful; Honest woman
Aminata		Unisex	Feel safe
Avalee		Girl	Strength; Bird; Voice; Life; Clearing
Elisheva-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Complete-Guide		Girl	They have taken God as an oath
Goldy-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Popularity:-Complete-Guide		Girl	A variant of Golda; Derived from gold which denotes precious jewellery metal
Hosanna-Name-Meaning:-Everything-You-Need-To-Know		Girl	Deliver us; Rescue; Savior; Save
Illiana-Name-Meaning:-A-Z-Guide-To-Origin,-History-&-Variants		Girl	Yahweh is my God
Joanne		Girl	God is gracious; He will add
Kacie-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-Comprehensive-Guide-For-2025		Girl	Vigilant; Watchful
Keila		Girl	Citadel; Fort; Pure; Crown of laurels
Nella		Girl	Torch; Moon; Highly praiseworthy; Shining one
Priscila		Girl	Ancient
Tayla		Girl	To cut
Tiara		Unisex	Crown; Treasure of heavenly love
Tova		Girl	Good; Pleasing; Beautiful thunder; Beloved Thor
Ahana		Girl	Born during the day; Dawn
Alethea-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Popularity:-Complete-Guide		Girl	Truth
Aribella		Girl	Invokable; Yielding to prayer; Favor; Beautiful
Eira		Girl	Snow; Mercy
Haylen		Unisex	Hall of light
Junia		Girl	Born in June; Young
Karly-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-Origin-And-Popularity		Girl	Womanly; Free woman
Krisha		Girl	Black or dark
Leanne		Girl	Grace; Favor; Clearing; Meadow
Maddyn		Girl	One whose mother was a brave warrior
Manha		Girl	A direction; A path of life; Gift from Allah; Many leaves
Merida		Girl	Veterans of Augustus; Retired or veteran
Mindy		Girl	Black; Dark; Bee; Sweet as honey; Honey
Miyah		Girl	Good mother; Foster mother; Dame; Illusion; Magic; Water; Mine
Rosanna-Name-Meaning:-Guide-To-Origin,-History,-And-Variations		Girl	Rose; Fame; Dew; Favor; Grace
Ruhi		Girl	Ascending; Mounting; Spiritual; Soulful
Sabina		Girl	A Sabine
Samaya		Unisex	Peace; Tranquility; Appointed; Proper time; High Above
Serene		Girl	Calm; Tranquil; Joyous; Bright; Clear; Fair; Quiet; Beauty; Peaceful.'
Sianna		Girl	God is gracious
Taelyn-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Pronunciation,-Meaning-&-More		Unisex	Large claw of a bird of prey
Yatziri		Girl	Maiden of the moon; Friend; Lady of the water
Anisa		Girl	A friendly companion; Like love
Chesney-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-Origin-&-Popularity		Girl	Oak grove; From France
Ivanka		Girl	God is gracious
Janeth		Girl	Yahweh is gracious
Kamaria-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-Key-Insights-For-2025		Girl	Moon

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