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
Xitlaly		Girl	Star
Ailana-Name-Meaning,-History,-&-Popularity:-Complete-Guide		Girl	Halo; Moonlight; Loving
Aissatou		Unisex	Living; Alive
Aleina		Girl	Noble; Little rock; To shine; Delicate
Alizae-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Pronunciation,-And-Popularity		Girl	Joyful; Bright; Noble
Arisha		Girl	Peaceful; Lion
Brenley-Baby-Name:-Meaning,-History-&-Popularity-Guide		Girl	Burned clearing; Hill; Mound
Brie-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-Comprehensive-Guide-For-2025		Girl	Hill; Power; High; God is my strong man
Carlotta		Girl	Free man; Army
Cristal		Girl	Clear; Pure; Ice; Bearing Christ
Eleen		Unisex	Torch; Corposant; Moon; Desire; Hazelnut
Elleanor		Girl	Shining light; Shining God; The other Aenor
Emerly-Baby-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-Popularity-&-More		Unisex	Boar clearing
Evee-Baby-Name:-Complete-Guide-For-Pronunciation-&-Popularity		Unisex	Desired; To breathe; To live
Fae		Girl	Fairy; Magical; Enchanted
Giannina-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-Popularity-&-Traits		Girl	God is gracious
Irelyn:-The-Ultimate-Guide-To-Meaning-And-Popularity		Girl	Abundant land; From Ireland; Peace
Ishika		Girl	Arrow; Reed; Painter's brush; Elephant's eyeball
Jamiah		Unisex	Gathering; Assembly
Kaily		Girl	Social celebration; Laurel; Crown; Slender
Kalena		Girl	Pure; Flower
Kristel		Girl	Christian; Follower of the Christ; Anointed
Lilliann		Girl	Name of a flower; Lily
Lyndi		Girl	Soft; Tender; Beautiful
Mali		Girl	Jasmine; Industrious; Beloved; Bitter; Of Magdala; High tower; Vigorous; Brave; Ruler; Beautiful horse; The firstborn son; Strong; Queen
Moana-Name-Meaning,-Origin-And-Popularity:-A-Complete-Guide		Girl	Ocean; Vast expanse of water
Nalia		Girl	Christmas Day; Queen; Attainer
Neve		Girl	Snow; Bright; Radiant; Beauty; Pleasant
Nichole		Girl	People's victory
Rahaf		Girl	Delicate or Fine person
Rosy		Girl	Rose; Famous type; Rose-colored; Having a pink hue; Fragrant; Promising
Trisha-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Popularity:-Complete-Guide		Unisex	Nobleman
Tziporah		Girl	Bird
Yulianna		Girl	Downy-bearded
Amada-Name-Meaning:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Lovable; Beloved; Loved one
Amairany		Girl	Princess; Beautiful and sweet girl
Amaiyah		Girl	Beautiful princess
Amariana:-Complete-Name-Guide-With-Meaning-&-Popularity		Girl	To live long; Grace; Favor
Amna		Unisex	Safe; Caring; Honest
Anayra		Unisex	Precious; Happiness; Joy
Atarah		Girl	Crown
Avarie-Name-Meaning-&-Origin:-Variations,-Nicknames,-Popularity		Girl	Ruler; King; Elf; Advice
Cheryl		Girl	Beloved; Dear; Cherry fruit; Precious stone
Cierra-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-History,-Popularity-&-Insights		Girl	Darkness; Mountain range
Constanza:-Name-Guide-With-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Popularity		Girl	Steadfast; Constant
Darlyn		Unisex	Beloved; Darling
Dayanara		Girl	Divine; Goddess-like; Slayer of man
Ericka		Girl	Ever ruler
Estefani-Name-Meaning-&-Origin:-Pronunciation,-Popularity-Guide		Girl	Crown; Wreath
Goddess		Unisex	A female deity
Hala-Name-Meaning-And-History-In-2025:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Halo around the moon
Hazely		Unisex	From the hazel tree; The light brown colour
Jaiya:-Complete-Guide-To-Pronunciation,-Meaning-&-Popularity		Unisex	Victorious; Triumphant
Justina		Girl	Fair; Just
Kamaiyah-Name-Meaning:-Full-Guide-To-Pronunciation-&-Popularity		Girl	Unique; Confident; Ambitious
Khloee		Girl	Green shoot
Leandra		Girl	Lion-like
Lexa		Girl	The defender of mankind
Lillyann		Girl	Lily; My God is an oath
Lilo-Name-Meaning,-Origin-and-Popularity:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Unisex	Generous one; God is my oath; Man; Army
Magaly		Girl	Of Magdala
Mandy		Girl	Worthy of love
Marcelina		Girl	Dedicated to Mars; Roman God of war
Milliana		Girl	Gracious; Dear
Naira		Girl	Bright; Luminous; Brilliant; Eye; Early; One having big eyes; Black or dark
Nalah		Girl	Stem; Hollow reed; Water in the desert; Queen; Lion; Successful; Beloved
Neela		Girl	Horn; Dark blue
Niah		Unisex	Purpose; Bright
Teyana		Girl	A Christian; To Anoint; Useful; Good
Tirzah		Girl	Favorable; Delight
Weslyn-Name:-Key-Insights-On-Meaning,-Popularity-&-Variations		Unisex	West meadow; Lake
Zosia		Girl	Wisdom
Aariyah-Baby-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Pronunciation-And-Popularity		Girl	Song; Melody; Air
Aelin		Girl	Of the moon; Strength; Little girl
Alaura		Girl	Laurel
Alaysha		Girl	Nobleness; One of a noble kind
Allura		Girl	Alluring; To entice; To attract
Aloura		Girl	My God is my light
Anabia		Girl	To turn; To return and repent to Allah
Anamaria-Name:-Popularity-Trends-And-Personality-Traits		Girl	Favored grace; Wished for child; Sea of bitterness
Atalie		Girl	God is great; Yahweh is exalted
Brandy		Girl	Burnt wine
Brelynn		Unisex	Invented name
Brookelynn		Girl	Broken land; Marsh land
Carolynn		Girl	Man; Army; Song; Freeholder
Chole-Name-Guide:-Origin,-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Popularity		Girl	Victory; Conquest; Sun; Green shoot; Solitude
Darya		Girl	Possessing goodness; Sea; Ocean
Griselda		Girl	Gray battle; Gravel; Frightful hero
Indica		Unisex	From India
Indya-Name-Guide:-Pronunciation,-Popularity,-Zodiac-&-More		Unisex	River; Body of trembling water
Joselin		Girl	Member of the Gauts tribe; Joyous
Amais		Unisex	Beloved; Cherished
Lareen		Girl	The one who symbolizes honor and victory; Like a laurel tree
Lielle		Girl	My God; God is mine
Lya		Unisex	Weary; Cow
Malea		Girl	Flower; Rebelliousness; Wished for child; Beloved
Mariya		Girl	Greatly loved; Sea of bitterness
Matilde		Girl	Mighty in battle
Nicolle		Girl	The one who is fighting for the multitude
Novi		Unisex	New

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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