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
Alanie		Unisex	Graceful; Orange tree
Alinah:-Pronunciation,-Meaning,-Popularity---Complete-Guide		Unisex	Delicate; Soft; Pliable
Amiliana-Baby-Name:-Meaning,-Origin,-Popularity-&-Numerology		Girl	Rival
Aniela-Name-Meaning:-Guide-To-Origin,-Variants-&-Popularity		Girl	Messenger of God; Angel; God is my grace
Annora-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-History,-And-Pronunciation		Girl	Honor; Dignity; Esteem
Brynna		Girl	Hill; Mound; Strong one; Brown; Little Raven
Cailee-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Slender; Crowned; Pure
Coralee-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Coral; Precious gemstone made by polishing coral
Corrie-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-Origin,-Trends,-And-More		Girl	Maiden; Heart; Horn
Dagny		Girl	New day
Dayami		Girl	Compassion; Mercy; Bird of prey
Dena		Girl	Delicate; Judged; Valley; Divine
Jessy-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-3-Key-Insights		Unisex	God beholds; Gift; God is gracious; He sees
Elenora		Girl	Bright light
Eleyna		Girl	Torch; Corposant; Moon
Elida		Girl	Fast sailing ship; Nobility
Ellorie		Girl	Cheerful
Emira		Girl	Prince; Commander; Treetop
Emmanuelle-Name-Meaning-&-Origin:-Complete-Guide		Girl	God is with us
Evelyne		Girl	To breathe; To live; Hazelnut
Fallyn		Girl	She who is in charge; Leader; Descended from a ruler
Gloriana		Girl	Glorious Grace; Glory
Haevyn		Unisex	A safe place
Jazzlynn		Girl	Jasmine flower; One who is absorbed in God's praises
Kenslie		Unisex	Clearing belonging to Cyne
Kiarah-Baby-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-Popularity-&-More		Girl	Bright; Clear; Dark
Laiklyn		Girl	From a small water body
Layal		Girl	Dark hours of the day; Night
Leonna		Girl	Lion
Lillee-Baby-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Popularity-&-Pronunciation		Unisex	Lily; Purity
Lovina-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-Origin,-Popularity-&-More		Girl	From Lavinium; Famous warrior; Beloved
Lunabelle		Girl	Beautiful moon
Maysa		Girl	Graceful; Sparkling star
Milla		Girl	Devoted; Young religious attendant
Monserrath		Girl	Jagged mountain
Naomy		Girl	Wonderful; Enchanting
Rayleen		Girl	A beam of light; Ewe
Rheya		Girl	To flow; Ground
Riva		Girl	To join; To tie; To snare
Solomia		Girl	Peace
Suzie-Name-Meaning:-A-Complete-Guide-To-Origin-And-History		Girl	Lily; Rose; Lotus
Taliya		Girl	Gentle dew from heaven; By the water; To blossom; Dew from God
Tehila		Girl	To praise or shine; Glory; Song; Hymn
Valorie		Girl	To be strong; Brave; Valiant; Leader
Venice		Unisex	Italian place name; City of canals
Xiamara-Baby-Name:-Meaning,-Origin-&-What-You-Need-To-Know		Girl	Joyful deer
Zemirah		Girl	My music; My song
Zoelle		Unisex	Life
Abagail		Girl	My father is joy; My father rejoices
Abigayle		Girl	May father is joy; My father is exulted
Adaeze		Girl	Princess; Eldest daughter of a king
Adali		Girl	God is my refuge; Noble; Kind; Nobility
Adelaine-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-More		Girl	Noble one; Kind; Nobility
Adia-Name-Meaning:-3-Origins,-5-Spellings,-3-Nicknames		Girl	A gift; Queen; Given by God; Nobleness; Nobility; Wide justice
Alysia-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-History-&-Key-Insights		Girl	Noble and kind
Analiz		Girl	Female version of Albert; Noble; Famous; Gracious
Angelie-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-A-Complete-Guide		Girl	Message; Tiding; News; Messenger
Erlin		Unisex	You; That; Those; Beautiful jade; Gem
Arionna		Unisex	Most holy
Ashlee		Girl	Ash tree clearing; Meadow of Ash trees; Of the Ash tree meadow
Avigayil		Girl	My Father is joy
Azucena		Girl	Madonna lily; Pure
Bertha		Girl	Bright; Famous; Bright pleasure
Brianne		Girl	High; Power; Hill
Britany		Girl	From Brittany
Caliana		Girl	Slender; Beautiful
Circe		Girl	Sorceress; Bird; Hawk
Elvie-Name-Meaning-&-Origin:-What-You-Need-To-Know		Girl	Noble; Friend; Elf
Esma		Girl	Supreme; Esteemed; Loved
Evani		Unisex	Goddess of forest; Yahweh is gracious; Thus; So; Life; Alive
Ezlynn		Unisex	Help; Lake
Filomena		Girl	Loved one; Friend of strength
Gisela		Girl	Pledge
Gisella-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-History,-And-Notable-Namesakes		Girl	Pledge; Hostage
Grayce		Girl	Favor; Blessing
Liem		Unisex	My mother; I have mother
Jacinta		Girl	Hyacinth flower
Jaila-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Complete-Guide		Girl	Mountain Goat
Jatziri		Girl	Dewdrop
Kalista		Girl	The most beautiful one
Kambri		Unisex	The people
Kassie		Girl	Shining upon men
Katalia-Name-Meaning:-Guide-To-Pronunciation,-Popularity-&-More		Girl	Orchid; From the meadow where wildcats dwell
Lakota		Girl	Alliance of friends; Friendly; United; Feeling affection
Leyah-Name-Meaning-&-Origin:-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Weary; Cow
Liesel		Girl	God is my oath
Locklyn		Girl	Land of the lakes; Viking; Scandinavian
Lyza-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	My God is an oath
Madelaine-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Popularity		Girl	One who is from the tower; Of Magdala
Madelynne		Girl	Girl from Magdala; Tower
Marietta		Girl	Wished for child; Sea of bitterness; To swell; A variant form of Maria
Minna		Girl	Will; Desire; Protection; Faithful guard; Courtly love
Ottilie		Girl	Prosperous in battle; Riches
Pandora-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-History-&-7-Adorable-Nicknames		Girl	All gifts
Raena		Girl	Queen; Rain; Happy; Willing
Ravenna-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Complete-Guide		Girl	A big, black bird; A raven
Ronni		Girl	True image; Bringing victory
Saylah		Unisex	Heaven; Fairy palace; Blind
Sephora-Name-Meaning:-A-Complete-Guide-To-Origin-&-Nicknames		Girl	Bird
Shylah		Girl	Daughter of the mountain

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