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
Aaira		Girl	Respectable; Noble; Honorable
Alize		Girl	Noble; Honorable; Trade winds
Averly		Unisex	Boar; Woodland; Clearing; Elf ruler; Advice
Caleigh-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-History-&-Complete-Guide		Girl	Pure; Slender; Fair; Beautiful; Laurel
Colleen		Girl	Young girl
Emalyn-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Popularity		Girl	Unceasing; Vigorous; Brave; Whole; Great
Gala		Girl	Rooster; From Gaul; Calm weather
Halia-Name-Meaning:-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Origin-&-Popularity		Unisex	Memory of a loved one; Cherished or loving memory; Sea; Saltwater
Harmonee		Girl	Harmony
Hilda		Girl	Battle
Kensleigh		Unisex	Clearing belonging to Cyne
Kezia		Girl	Cassia tree; Sweet-scented spice; Cinnamon bark; Restored to the strength of God
Kyndal		Girl	Valley on the river Kent
Mayleigh-Name-Origin,-Meaning,-And-History:-Complete-Guide		Girl	May's meadow; May's clearing
Naliyah		Girl	Christmas day
Orla-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Golden princess
Reverie		Girl	Daydream; Fanciful musing
Sonora		Girl	Resounding; Sonorous
Taleah		Girl	Dew from God
Twyla		Girl	Twilight; Star; Creative; Third
Alyse		Girl	Of the noble kind; Honorable
Anaiyah		Girl	Caring; Compassionate
Annamarie		Girl	Gracious; Beloved; Bitter grace
Auriella-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-Origin-&-Popularity		Girl	Golden; Lion of God
Brystol		Unisex	The site of the bridge
Caydence-Baby-Name-Meaning:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Rhythm; Flow
Elli		Girl	Old age; My God is an oath
Elyza		Girl	My God is an oath; My God is abundance
Fabiana-Baby-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Pronunciation,-And-Popularity		Girl	Bean farmer
Ginny		Girl	Virgin; Maiden; White; Blessed; Juniper
Haylie		Girl	Hay clearing
Jamiyah		Girl	Gathering; University; Mosque
Kaloni		Girl	Sky; The royal one
Kayli-Name-Meaning:-Origins,-Variants-&-Complete-Guide-in-2025		Girl	Slender
Lacie-Name-Meaning,-Origin-&-Key-Insights		Girl	Joyful; From Lassy
Leonor		Girl	Light; Luminous; Torch; Sunray
Mahira		Girl	Skilled; Expert; Talented
Maybelle		Girl	Lovable
Mulan-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Popularity:-Complete-Guide		Unisex	Magnolia
Tina		Girl	Christian; River
Truly		Girl	Faithfully; Honestly; A person who always speaks the truth; In a truthful way
Weslynn-Baby-Name:-Meaning,-Popularity-&-Complete-Guide		Unisex	West meadow; Lake
Yulissa		Girl	Downy-bearded; Descended of Jove
Aly		Girl	The noble and exalted one
Anaiya		Girl	Look up to God
Anora		Girl	Honor; Esteem; Dignity; Pomegranate
Anvi		Girl	To be guided by; Name of Goddess Parvati
Aubriana		Girl	Elf ruler; Powerful; Graceful
Brixley-Baby-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-All-You-Need-To-Know		Unisex	Bright Meadow
Eliyana		Girl	My God has answered
Golda-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-Popularity-And-Key-Insights		Girl	Gold
Kenedi		Unisex	Armoured head; Misshapen head
Kiyah		Unisex	Mine; King; The cooing of a bird
Kyara		Girl	Bright; Famous; Black
Layana		Unisex	Shining; Glowing; Place of rest
Nahia-Baby-Name:-Pronunciation,-Popularity-&-Key-Insights		Girl	Desire; Wish; Aspiration
Novella		Girl	New; Young; Novel
Promyse		Girl	Promise; A pledge
Rosaleigh-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Popularity:-Complete-Guide		Girl	She is a rose
Sitara		Girl	A star; The morning star
Aiko		Girl	Little loved one; Lovable child; Child of love; Edge of a sword
Ainslee		Girl	Hermitage wood; Solitary clearing
Aziza		Girl	Beloved; Powerful; To be cherished
Blima		Girl	Flower
Cami		Girl	Crooked; Crooked nose
Dalani-Baby-Name:-Meaning,-Popularity-&-Adorable-Nicknames		Unisex	From the alder grove
Enola-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-A-Complete-Guide		Girl	Solitary; Black fox
Hera		Girl	Hero; Warrior; Period of time; Goddess of marriage; Protectress
Jamia		Girl	Mosque; Gathering; Supplanter; Holder of the heel
Kaiyah		Unisex	Each of the two; Pure
Kalli		Girl	Most beautiful; Army; Man
Kelsea		Unisex	Cenel's island
Liyah		Girl	Weary; Cow; I am with God; Lofty; Sublime
Pauline		Girl	Small; Humble
Runa		Girl	Rune; Secret lore; Moon
Tahani		Unisex	Greetings; Best wishes; Congratulations
Unity		Unisex	Uniqueness; Oneness
Vania-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Unisex	God is gracious
Ailee		Girl	Torch; Light
Aulani		Girl	King's messenger; Messenger of a chief; Royal messenger
Auria		Girl	Gold; Golden; Gilded
Brandi-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-Origin-And-History		Girl	Burnt wine; Distilled wine
Brigid		Girl	The exalted one
Ellora		Girl	Name for cave temples in India; God is my light
Elyssa-Name-Meaning,-Origins,-And-Pronunciation:-Complete-Guide		Girl	My God is an oath
Eugenia		Girl	Well-born; Noble; Born to nobility
Ilaria		Girl	Cheerful; Merry
Ilse		Girl	My God is an oath
Janiah		Girl	God is gracious
Jaylanie		Unisex	Victory; Heaven; Sky; Royalty
Leigha		Girl	Weary; Cow
Lillia		Girl	My god is an oath; Lily flower
Luiza-Name:-A-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Meaning,-Popularity-&-More		Girl	Spanish name for maiden in war
Maddy		Girl	Of Magdala
Mahalia		Girl	Lyre; Weak; Sick
Mayte-Name-Meaning,-Origin-And-History:-Complete-Guide		Girl	One who is easy to love
Melodi		Girl	Singing; Chanting; Melody
Navie		Unisex	Armed forces of the sea; Fleet
Nazly		Girl	Delicate; Beautiful; Coy
Raizel		Girl	Rose flower; Adorned

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.

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