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
Tula		Girl	Leaping water; Peaceful; Mountain top; Balance; To be tranquil
Tyra		Unisex	Holy thunder; Strength of Thor; Land of yew trees
Verna		Girl	Spring; Spring-like
Viana		Girl	Alive; Lively; Favor; Grace; Violet
Zina		Girl	Sky; Shine
Abigael		Girl	My father's joy; My father rejoices
Abigale		Girl	May father is joy; My father rejoices
Aina		Girl	Always; The only one; Grace; Favor; Scene; Sight; Mirror; Difficult birth; Elegant love; Chaste
Alinna		Girl	Noble; White; Bright
Amellia		Girl	Unceasing; Vigorous; Brave
Anaira		Girl	Unique; Graceful; Different; Precious; Joyful
Angeli		Girl	Message; Tidings; News; Messenger;
Ariany		Unisex	Very holy; Most holy
Bellatrix		Girl	Female warrior
Caelyn		Girl	Slender; Pure; Blessed; Fair; Girl
Cayleigh-Name:-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Meaning-And-Popularity		Unisex	Crown; Slender; Beloved; Regel women
Cornelia-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Complete-Guide		Girl	Horn
Daniyah		Girl	The close one; Near
Elisia-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-What-You-Need-To-Know		Girl	Blissful; My God is an oath
Ellah-Name-Meaning-&-History:-Complete-Guide-With-Pronunciation		Unisex	Young girl; Other
Ellanor:-The-Ultimate-Name-Guide-To-Meaning-&-Popularity		Girl	The other Aenor
Erina		Girl	Ireland; Fairy; Starflower; Favor; Village; Greens; That one
Etty		Girl	Home ruler
Eyla-Name:-Key-Insights-On-Pronunciation,-Meaning-&-Popularity		Girl	Halo of light around the moon; Oak tree
Fatiha		Girl	To open; To conquer
Imara		Unisex	Strong; Firm; Stable; Resilient
Jelena-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-Origin-And-Popularity		Girl	Sunray; Light; Bright; Sunlight
Jordana-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Ultimate-Guide		Girl	Descend; Flow down
Kahlia-Name-Meaning:-Guide-To-History,-Popularity-&-More		Girl	Desire; Flowers
Breon-Name-Meaning,-Popularity,-And-Variations:-Complete-Guide		Unisex	Hill; Powerful elf
Kailea		Unisex	Joyful sea; Sea of joy
Kiani		Unisex	Ancient
Kristin		Girl	Christian; Follower of the Christ; Anointed
Leeann-Name-Meaning-and-Origin:-A-Comprehensive-Guide-for-2025		Girl	Clearing; Favor; Grace
Malaiya		Girl	One who is calm and peaceful
Maleigha-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Popularity:-Complete-Guide		Girl	She who is bitter; Full of bitterness; A star of the sea; Rebelliousness; Wished for child; Beloved; Pearl
Manal		Girl	One who achieved great
Mariposa-Name-Meaning-And-History:-A-Complete-Guide		Girl	Butterfly
Marisa		Girl	Of the sea; Worthy and respectable
Maude		Girl	Mighty in battle
Miliani		Girl	Gentle caress
Niamh-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Complete-Guide		Girl	Shining; Bright; Radiant
Nyari		Unisex	Unique; Happiness
Passion		Girl	To suffer; To endure
Reyah		Unisex	Fragrance; Triumph; Strength
Rosita		Girl	Rose; Fame
Safiyah		Girl	Pure
Shanvi		Unisex	Glowing; Attractive; Goddess Lakshmi
Shaya		Girl	Gift; Yahweh is salvation; Worthy
Shriya		Girl	Prosperity; Happiness
Simona		Girl	Hearing; Listening
Vamika		Girl	Goddess Parvati; The one who presides on the left
Willamina		Girl	Will helmet; Resolute protector
Zamirah		Girl	Mind; Heart; Lean; Fit; Nightingale; Sweet voice
Adelie		Girl	Noble; Nobility
Ailah		Unisex	Ascetic; Blessed; Noble
Ajla-Name-Meaning-&-Popularity:-Origin,-Pronunciation-&-Trends		Girl	Halo; Circle of light; Moonlight; Holy; Blessed
Alizay		Girl	The beauty of light; Radiant; Joy; Wind
Kailen		Unisex	Clean; Pure; Mighty warrior
Alyce		Girl	Of the noble kind; Noble; Honorable
Ameila		Girl	One who works hard
Amylah		Unisex	Conscientious; Reliable; Hope
Astella		Girl	Star; Famous star
Avika		Unisex	Sheep; Diamond; Wool
Aylla		Unisex	Moonlight; Moon halo; Edge of a sword; Terebinth tree
Calina		Girl	Guelder rose; Fair victor
Cambri		Girl	The people; Wales
Celestina		Unisex	Heavenly: Of the sky
Damiyah-Baby-Name-Guide:-Pronunciation,-Popularity,-And-More		Unisex	Beautiful princess; Divine beauty
Deena		Girl	Goddess-like; Divine; Valley
Dunya		Girl	To be pleased or satisfied; World; Kingdom; Universe
Elicia		Girl	Nobility
Enya		Girl	Fire; Kernel
Jackeline		Girl	Supplanter; May God protect
Jacklynn		Girl	Supplanter; Benevolent
Jaela-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Popularity:-Complete-Guide		Girl	A mountain goat; Ibex
Jamilah-Name-Guide:-Pronunciation,-Popularity-&-More		Girl	Beautiful
Kayliana-Baby-Name-Meaning:-All-You-Need-To-Know		Girl	Pure one; Pure forest clearing
Kiersten-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Complete-Guide		Girl	Follower of Christ; Anointed; A Christian
Kirra-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-Origin-&-History		Girl	Beautiful woman; Life; Leaf; Brilliant lady of light
Lariah-Name-Complete-Guide:-Pronunciation,-Popularity,-And-More		Girl	A person of great honor and Importance
Lavina		Girl	A woman of ancient Rome
Layani-Baby-Name:-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Popularity-Complete-Guide		Unisex	Prosperous; Soft; Gentle
Leola		Girl	Lioness; Loyal
Mathilda		Girl	Mighty in battle; Warrior
Naisha		Girl	Night; Nocturnal; Belonging to the night; Nightly; Special; Lovely flower
Roseanna		Girl	Famous type; Favor; Grace
Rosetta		Girl	Rose; Fame; Glory
Saya		Girl	Shelter; Shadow
Sayuri		Girl	Small lily
Shaniyah-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	On my way; Lily; Rose
Stefania		Girl	Crowned
Talitha		Girl	Little girl; Young girl
Vita-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Life; Victory
Xara		Girl	Rockrose; Yahweh knows; Happiness
Yanira		Girl	Gift from God; Lonian; Water nymph
Zeena		Girl	Life of Zeus; Zeus; Beauty; Adornment
Adalena-Essential-Guide:-Meaning,-History,-Pronunciation-&-More		Girl	Noble; Kind; Nobility
Adalind		Girl	Noble; Tender
Ahlam		Girl	Dreams

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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