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
Candelaria-Name-Meaning,-Origin-&-History-|-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Candlemas
Coralyn		Girl	A maiden; Coral
Daira		Unisex	The knowing one; Teacher
Dyani:-Complete-Guide-To-Origin,-Meaning-&-Popularity		Girl	A deer; Goddess; Divine
Elany		Unisex	Torch; Corposant; Moon
Ellieana-Baby-Name:-Meaning,-Origin,-Popularity-&-Nicknames		Girl	Sun; Favor or grace; God is my light
Emberley		Girl	Spark; Low flame; A glowing piece of coal or wood
Emmelia		Girl	Unceasing; Vigorous; Brave
Emunah		Girl	Faith
Kaide-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-Popularity-&-More		Unisex	Pure
Erianna		Girl	Most holy
Erielle-Baby-Name:-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Features-And-Trends		Unisex	Lion of God
Fraida		Girl	Joy
Hannia		Girl	Happy; Delighted; A child who brings happiness; One who lives a happy and peaceful life
Helene		Girl	Solar deity; Torch; Corposant; Warm; Moon
Ivonne:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-History-&-Variations		Girl	Young archer; Yew
Jayanna		Girl	Gracious, Favor
Kalie-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Origin,-Pronunciation,-Popularity		Girl	One who is like God; Beautiful
Lucile		Girl	Light; Shining bright
Lynda		Girl	Delicate; Tender; Beautiful
Lynnix		Girl	A loyal and individualistic person
Mahala		Girl	Weak; Sick; Lyre
Maleyah		Girl	Love; Beloved; Rebelliousness; Sea of bitterness
Maliha		Girl	Woman with a glowing, happy face; Beautiful; Salt
Mannat		Girl	Wish or a vow to a deity; Grace; Favor; Praise
Marvel-Baby-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-Origin-&-Popularity		Girl	A miracle or wonder
Nayra		Unisex	Eye; Early; Black; Dark; To guide; Bright; Radiant
Naysa		Girl	Miracle of God
Oliviana-Name-Meaning,-Popularity,-&-Complete-Guide-for-2025		Girl	Olive; Olive tree; Gracious olive tree
Oshun		Unisex	Flow; Goddess of the river Osun
Prairie		Unisex	Open area or grasslands
Railyn		Unisex	Ewe lake
Rinoa		Girl	Queen; Sun-star; Radiant; Luminous
Saavi		Unisex	Unique flower; The sun; Cherished; Precious; A name for Goddess Lakshmi
Saskia-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-Expert-Guide		Girl	The Saxon woman; Knife
Shahd		Unisex	Pure honey
Simran		Unisex	Meditation
Stiorra		Unisex	Star
Taniya		Girl	Puzzle; Tangle; Confuse; Breath of life
Yoana-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-Origin-&-Popularity		Unisex	Yahweh is gracious
Zalia-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-A-Complete-Guide		Girl	Yahweh has reserved; Yahweh has set aside; Dry
Zanaya		Girl	Gift of god
Ziana		Girl	Adornment; Decoration; Downy-bearded; Youthful; Strong
Aaniyah-Name:-Complete-Profile-With-Meaning,-Popularity-&-More		Girl	Favor; Grace; Lofty; Sublime; High
Aayra		Girl	Intelligence; Happiness; River Saraswati
Adalaide		Girl	Noble; Nobility
Alliana-Name:-Guide-To-Meaning,-Popularity-&-Pronunciation		Girl	Torch; Moon; Sun; Most holy
Amillia		Girl	Unceasing; Vigorous; Brave
Anessa-Name-Meaning:-Guide-To-Pronunciation,-Popularity-&-More		Girl	Pure; Chaste; Holy
Annabell		Girl	Favored grace; Lovable; Gift of God
Areya-Baby-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Popularity-&-Variations		Unisex	Air; Melody; Noble
Aylee		Girl	Torch; Moon; The other Aenor
Barrett		Girl	Strong as a bear; Quarrelsome
Carmyn		Unisex	Garden
Devani-Baby-Name-Guide:-Popularity,-Nicknames-&-Numerology		Unisex	Shining goddess
Domenica		Girl	One who belongs to God
Duaa		Girl	Prayer
Eesha		Girl	The supreme lord; Divine; Desire
Eleena		Girl	Corposant; Torch; Moon
Elenor		Girl	Oaktree; Torch; Light; Beautiful orchid
Elsi-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	My God is an oath
Galia-Name-Meaning,-Origin-&-Popularity:-Ultimate-Guide		Girl	Wave; Wave from God; Calm
Giabella		Girl	Yahweh is gracious; My God is an oath; Beautiful
Haelyn		Unisex	Hay clearing; Lake
Haneen		Girl	Desire; Longing; Yearning; Strong love
Haydee:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-History,-And-Popularity		Girl	Modest; Reverent; Of a noble kind; Well-behaved
Ixchel		Unisex	Rainbow lady
Izzie		Unisex	My God is an oath; Emerald
Jalisa-Baby-Name:-Guide-To-Origin,-Meaning-&-Popularity		Girl	One who brings company
Jalynn-Name-Meaning:-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Origin-&-Popularity		Girl	God may protect
Jazlin		Girl	The forest of olive tree; Blue planet; Jasmine blossom
Jeanne		Girl	God is gracious
Jolynn-Name-Meaning-And-History:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	God is gracious; Pretty; God will add
Kaziah		Unisex	Cinnamon; Sweet-scented spice; Cassia
Kendalyn-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-More		Unisex	Valley on the river Kent
Kiyana		Girl	Light; Deity; Queen
Laiyah-Baby-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Popularity		Girl	Weary; Grieved
Lamya		Girl	One who has dark lips
Lelia		Girl	Ardor; Warmth
Liliane-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Pronunciation-And-Popularity		Girl	Lily; Purity; Innocence
Lira-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Complete-Guide		Girl	Balance; Scale; Weight; Lyre; Free
Mahnoor		Girl	Light of the moon
Makeda		Girl	One who achieved Greatness
Maryellen		Girl	Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished-for child; Beloved; Love; Torch; Moon; Corposant
Mattea:-Origin,-Meaning,-And-History---Complete-Guide		Girl	God's gift
Mera		Girl	Commander; Princess; Noblewoman
Meylin		Girl	Faint; Brewer or seller of mead
Mihika		Girl	Haze; Mist; Fog
Mirella		Girl	To admire; Respect
Myleigh		Unisex	Gracious; Dear; Soldier
Naiya		Girl	Purpose; Tenacity; Bright; Beautiful; To shine; Reed; Pipe
Nezuko		Unisex	Ancestral shrine; Father's tomb; Offspring
Nizhoni		Girl	Beautiful girl
Olina		Girl	Ancestor's descendant; Blessed; Sacred; Joy
Ozlem-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-Pronunciation,-History-&-Insights		Unisex	Yearning; Missing
Rayanna		Girl	Wise and graceful; Gracious beam of light; Little king; Wise; Smart
Raylene		Girl	Ewe; Wise; Counsel
Rielle		Girl	Rye field; God is my strength
Saanvika		Girl	One who is followed or pursued
Sedra		Girl	Order; Sequence; Lote tree

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