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 | |
|---|---|---|---|
 |  Girl | Envious; Blue | |
| | Girl | From the name of a place in Scotland; The forsaken one | |
| | Girl | A woman who is war-like and aggressive; Star of the sea | |
| | Girl | Love of God; A medicinal plant; Blossom; Beautiful; Fragrance; Flower | |
| | Girl | Honor; Esteem; Dignity; Light | |
| |  Unisex | New lake; Bright waterfall | |
| | Unisex | Born again; Advice; Council | |
| | Girl | Red-haired person; Red | |
| | Girl | A princess; Noblewoman; Lady | |
| | Girl | Hearing; Flowing; Solar; Sacrificial libation; The moon; Name of varuna | |
| | Unisex | Land of the Scots; Gaelic speaker | |
| | Girl | High up | |
| | Unisex | Meadow; Plain; Swooping eagle; Speed; Velocity; Quickness; Momentum; Dweller in the meadow; One who lives on the plain | |
| | Unisex | Song; Melody | |
| | Unisex | A gift from God has come | |
| | Girl | Exalted; Lofty | |
| | Unisex | High; Lofty; Sublime | |
| | Girl | Bright; White; Noble | |
| | Girl | Of the noble kind; Noble; Honorable | |
| | Girl | Truthful; Trustworthy; Faithful; Honest | |
| | Unisex | Song; Melody; Air | |
| | Girl | Small round to wear on forehead; Butterfly; Little girl | |
| | Unisex | Hill; High; Power; Swell | |
| | Girl | Possessing goodness; Already seen; Myrtle tree | |
| | Girl | Bee | |
| | Girl | Judgement; Vindicated; God will judge | |
| | Unisex | God is my light; Light | |
| | Girl | To abstain | |
| | Girl | To be great | |
| | Unisex | Invented name | |
| | Unisex | Gift; Reward | |
| | Girl | Pure; Each of the two; My consecration of your name; Torture | |
| | Girl | Alert; On the watch | |
| | Girl | Alchemy; A golden goose; Sleight of hand; Magic | |
| | Girl | Royal fortress meadow; Cyndeburg's field; War chief | |
| | Girl | Beloved one | |
| | Girl | Heavenly flowers; Royal child | |
| | Girl | Church; Lotus; Graceful willow tree | |
| | Girl | Unfortunate | |
| | Girl | Dedicated to Mars; Warlike; Roman God Mars | |
| | Girl | A sea of bitterness; Pleasant wood; Marten wood; Bright sea | |
| | Girl | Pool; Lake | |
| | Girl | Hopeful | |
| | Girl | Achiever; Attainer; Gracious | |
| | Girl | One who resembles pearl | |
| | Girl | Peaceful; White spear; Famous friend; Fame and happiness | |
| | Girl | Red; Precious gemstone | |
| | Girl | Companion in evening conversations; Wind or air | |
| | Girl | Summer | |
| | Girl | Life of Zeus | |
| | Girl | Dawn; Light | |
| | Girl | Favor; Grace; Adorned | |
| | Girl | Calm; Peaceful melody | |
| | Girl | Calf; Girl; Heimer; Covet | |
| | Girl | Noble; Of the sea; Loving truly, earnestly | |
| | Girl | Noble; Nobility; Light | |
| | Girl | Noble; Protected by God | |
| | Girl | Eternal; Grace; Prosperous | |
| | Unisex | Angels | |
| | Girl | Outrageous woman; Breeze | |
| | Girl | A very dear one; Charity; Free man | |
| | Girl | From China | |
| | Girl | Unceasing; Vigorous; Brave; Great | |
| | Girl | A fairy-like woman; Magical; Enchanted | |
| | Girl | Lady; Noblewoman | |
| | Unisex | Farmer; Earthworker | |
| | Unisex | Hazel; Light brown color | |
| | Girl | Beauty and goddess-like | |
| | Girl | God is gracious | |
| | Girl | Gift from God | |
| | Girl | God is gracious; White Phantom | |
| | Girl | Member of the Gauts tribe; Joyous | |
| | Girl | Crown; Meadow | |
| | Unisex | Most beautiful; Slender; Flower | |
| | Unisex | Flower; Heart; Good | |
| | Girl | Pure; Each of the two; My consecration of your name; Torture | |
| | Girl | Valley on the River Kent | |
| | Girl | Incense; Fragrance; Knot; To steam | |
| | Unisex | Toss; To Throw off | |
| | Girl | Lily; My god is an oath | |
| | Girl | God is my oath | |
| | Girl | Beloved; Beautiful; Drop the sea | |
| | Girl | Star of the sea; Beautiful Marie | |
| | Girl | One who is bright as a sea | |
| | Girl | Gracious; Dear; Soldier | |
| | Girl | Beloved; Rebellious; Drop of the sea | |
| | Girl | Hope; Moist; Tender; Delicate | |
| | Girl | Heritage; Wealth; I will thank Yahweh | |
| | Girl | Precious thing; A feather | |
| | Girl | Looking at; To gaze; Delightful; Agreeable | |
| | Girl | Reborn | |
| | Girl | Little rose | |
| | Girl | Heaven; Light; Moon | |
| | Girl | Serene; Tranquil; Clear | |
| | Girl | Darling; A type of fortified wine | |
| | Unisex | Sun | |
| | Girl | Pleasant; Beautiful; Charming; Likeable | |
| | Unisex | Sun; Strength; Wood; Forest | |
| | Unisex | Sound; Child; Rather; Radical; Sunday; Grace; | |
| | Unisex | To cut lake | |
The popular girl names of 2023 give you an idea of what names other parents love. You can follow the trend and pick a name that is popular with parents or opt for a more exclusive name. Whatever you choose, ensure that it fits with your family’s values, religion, and culture. It should be a name that indicates your dreams and hopes for her. And it should be one that she will happily flaunt all her life.
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
References
- Popular Names in 2022.
https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/
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