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
Sirena		Girl	Mermaid; Clear; Tranquil; Serene
Stassi-Name-Meaning:-Comprehensive-Guide-For-Parents		Girl	Resurrection; Fruitful
Tailynn		Girl	To cut; Lake; Talented
Taraji		Girl	To hope; To wish for
Thais		Girl	Bandage; Love; The bond
Topanga-Name-Meaning-And-History:-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	A place above; Where the mountain meets the sea
Twila		Girl	Woven with a double thread; Morning star; Light in dark places; Wildflower; Twilight; Strength
Tyanna-Name-Meaning-&-Popularity-in-2025:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Disciple or devotee of Jesus Christ
Yahaira		Unisex	Precious; Dear
Aaleyah		Girl	High; Lofty; Sublime; Exalted one
Acelyn-Name-Guide:-Pronunciation,-Popularity,-Zodiac-&-More		Unisex	One born into nobility
Adelita-Name-Meaning-&-History:-Complete-Guide		Girl	Noble; Kind
Ailynn		Girl	Moon halo; Belonging to the moon
Alaynah		Girl	Little female bear; Wisdom; Knowledge; Harmony; Offering; Beautiful; Exalted; Precious; Child; Light
Allure		Girl	To entice; Charm; Appeal
Ameliana		Girl	Hope; My God has answered
Anisha		Girl	Sleepless; Nightless
Atzi-Name:-Complete-2025-Guide-To-Meaning,-Origin-&-Popularity		Girl	Rain
Celestia		Girl	Heavenly
Danitza		Girl	God is my judge
Elea		Girl	The other Aenor; Bright as the Sun; Bright and shining
Ellinor		Girl	The other Aenor; Light
Georgianna		Girl	Earthworker; Farmer; Favor; Grace
Gwynevere		Girl	White phantom
Imelda		Girl	Great battle
Jaanvi		Girl	Daughter; Another name for the river Ganga
Jamya		Girl	American modern name
Josslyn		Girl	A member of the Gauts tribe; Joyful
Kady		Girl	Pure; Each of the two; My consecration of your name; Torture
Kamyah		Unisex	Good mother; Dame; Foster mother
Kaniya		Unisex	Young woman; Virgin
Kayci		Girl	Watchful; Alert; Vigilant
Lilya-Name-Meaning:-Expert-Guide-To-Origins,-Popularity-&-More		Girl	Pure; Lily flower
Lizette		Girl	My God is an oath; Dedicated to God
Maha-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-Pronunciation-&-Popularity-in-2025		Girl	Beautiful Eyes; Half moon; Sun; Planet; Mirror; Shining white pearl
Malin		Girl	One from Magdala; Tower
Masha-Name-Meaning,-Origin-&-Popularity-in-2025:-Complete-Guide		Girl	Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished-for child; Beloved; Love
Meila		Girl	Dear; Gracious
Meryem-Name-Meaning-&-Origin:-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Beloved; Wished for child; Sea of bitterness
Myrah-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Popularity		Girl	Myrrh; Wished for a child; Sea of bitterness
Nataleigh		Girl	Christmas day; Born on Christmas day
Nirvi		Girl	New comer to the family; Bliss
Rileigh		Girl	Courageous; Rye clearing
Rivkah		Girl	Join; Tie; Snare
Roseline		Girl	Gentle horse; Pretty rose
Saba		Girl	Breeze; Grandfather; Pole
Saja		Girl	A calm and tranquil person; Lion
Saray		Girl	My princess
Skylie		Girl	Sky
Sona-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Gold; Good color; Duck
Talaya		Girl	Dew from heaven; Flower
Umaiza		Unisex	Bright, Beautiful; Soft hearted
Vicky		Unisex	Victory; Conqueror
Vihana		Unisex	Morning; Dawn
Yalitza-Baby-Name:-Everything-You-Need-To-Know-In-2025		Girl	Being; Essence
Zahraa		Girl	Brightness; Brilliance; Light
Zenobia		Girl	Life of Zeus
Zoriah-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-Popularity-And-More		Unisex	Goddess of the dawn
Aadhira		Girl	Moon; Lightning; Restless
Aislin		Girl	Dream; Vision
Aleeah		Girl	Sublime; High; Exalted
Allana		Girl	Little rock; Handsome; Precious
Alli-Baby-Name-Meaning:-A-Comprehensive-Guide-For-Parents		Girl	A type of duck; Noble; Elevated
Amberlee		Girl	A warm honey shade; A gem; Orange-yellow field
Amie		Girl	Beloved; To love; Friend
Arzoi		Unisex	Desire
Avyana		Unisex	Bird; Bird-like; To breathe; To live
Baani		Girl	Another name of Goddess Saraswati; Style; Verge; Eloquent; Speech
Bayla-Name-Meaning:-Guide-To-Pronunciation,-Popularity-&-More		Girl	Dance; Bailiff
Candy-Name-Meaning:-Comprehensive-Guide-To-History-And-Popularity		Girl	Queen mother; White; Pure
Chelsey		Girl	Chalk landing place
Clarice		Girl	Bright; Clear; Famous
Eleonor		Girl	The other Aenor
Ellanora		Girl	Honor; Esteem; Dignity
Emelina-Name-Meaning:-Origins,-Variants-&-Popularity-In-2025		Girl	Hardworking; Brave; Vigorous; Unceasing
Emmelyn-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-Popularity-&-Pronunciation-Guide		Girl	Peaceful home; Whole; Great
Evalee		Girl	Life; Meadow
Farida		Girl	One with no match
Gertrude		Girl	Spear of strength
Giulianna		Girl	Youthful; Downy-bearded; Favor; Grace
Hadlie		Girl	From the heather meadow; Field of heather
Jacelyn-Name:-Meaning,-Origin,-Nicknames-&-Popularity-in-2025		Girl	Healer; Lord of salvation
Janette		Girl	God is gracious; Gift from God
Jasmyn		Girl	Jasmine flower
Kayra		Girl	Benevolence; Blessing; Favor
Kinzie-Name-Pronunciation,-Meaning-And-Popularity:-Key-Insights		Girl	Royal victory; Victorious prince; Child; Offspring
Kylynn		Girl	Narrows; Channel; Strait; Lake
Laiya		Unisex	Weary
Lucina		Girl	Light; Grove
Maddisyn		Girl	Son of Maud; Strength in battle
Madelyne		Girl	Girl from Magdala; Tower
Margeaux		Girl	Pearl
Maylen		Unisex	Sea of bitterness; Wished for child; Beloved; Good mother; Dame; Of Magdala; Tower; Torch
Maylynn		Girl	Lovable; Pearl; Lake
Mela		Girl	Gracious; Dear; Who is like God; Religious service
Nada-Name-Meaning,-History-&-Popularity:-A-Complete-Guide		Girl	Generosity; Dew; Hope
Naina		Girl	Eyes; Resurrection
Olena-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-Ultimate-Guide		Girl	Torch; Corposant; Moon; Ancestor's descendant
Peri		Girl	A fairy; A fruit
Quinlee		Girl	Woman of wisdom

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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