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
Shaelynn		Girl	Favorable; Good
Shaila		Girl	Stone; Mountain
Skylyn		Unisex	Cloud; Scholar
Surah		Unisex	Chapter
Suzette-Name-Meaning,-Popularity,-And-History:-Complete-Guide		Girl	Graceful lily; Lotus; Rose
Tahira-Name-Meaning:-Ultimate-Guide-To-Origin-&-Popularity		Girl	Virtuous; Pure; Chaste
Yashika-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-Everything-You-Need-To-Know		Girl	Successful; Fame; Glory
Yuritzi		Girl	Moon's lightning-bearer goddess
Zoi		Girl	Life
Zurie		Unisex	Beautiful
Abrianna-Name-Meaning:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Elf ruler or king; Powerful elf; Might; Mother of many; High; Exalted; Noble
Aleana-Name-Meaning,-Origins-&-5-Adorable-Nicknames		Girl	Rising
Alis-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-Popularity-&-Variations		Girl	Noble; Kind; Nobility
Amarra		Girl	Everlasting flower; Grace; Immortal
Amberley		Girl	A precious jewel
Amelya		Girl	Unceasing; Vigorous; Brave
Anaelle-Meaning,-Origin,-Pronunciation-&-5-Adorable-Nicknames		Girl	God has favored me; Grace of God; God answers
Anahy		Girl	Cockspur coral tree
Aniko		Girl	Favor; Grace
Annamae		Girl	Grace; Favor; Sea of bitterness; Pearl; Lovable
Ariani-Name-Complete-Guide:-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Popularity		Girl	Most holy
Ayeza		Unisex	Moon; Gold; Visitor; Returning
Azelia-Baby-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Pronunciation,-Trends-&-More		Girl	Flower; Freedom from jealousy; Yahweh has reserved; Little farm
Bryelle		Unisex	God is my strong man
Calypso		Girl	One who conceals
Christianna		Girl	Christ follower
Corinna		Girl	Maiden; Young girl; Greek poet
Corrine		Girl	Maiden; Beautiful maiden
Daizy		Girl	Day's eye
Daniya		Unisex	Close; Near; God is my judge
Delana-Name-Meaning:-A-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Origin-&-History		Girl	From the alder grove; From a humid place
Deliah		Girl	From the island of Delos
Drea		Girl	Manly; Masculine; Virile
Enid-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Spirit; Soul; Life
Ethel		Girl	Noble
Evey		Girl	To breathe; To live; Life
Faiza		Girl	Victorious; Winner
Gracee		Girl	Graceful
Graciella		Girl	Gracious; Favor; Blessing
Habiba		Girl	Beloved; Lover; Darling; Sweetheart
Jayana-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-Origin-&-Popularity		Girl	Victorious; Subduing; Conquering
Jenni		Girl	God is gracious; White phantom
Kaydee		Girl	Pure
Keana-Name:-Guide-To-Meaning,-Origin-And-Popularity-In-2025		Girl	Divine; Goddess-like
Kenzlie		Unisex	Royal; Cyne's clearing
Khaliah		Girl	Beloved; Friend; Companion
Lainie		Girl	Torch; Corposant
Lamiyah		Girl	Brilliant; Shining
Layanna		Girl	Residence; Merger; Resthouse; Ray of the sun; Lives by the lane; Glowing; Beautiful; Shining
Lita-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Popularity:-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Gladly; Manly
Lujain		Girl	Silver
Macarena		Girl	The blessed one; Happy
Mahlia		Girl	Lady; Woman
Maimouna		Girl	She who is under divine protection
Mazzy		Girl	A precious pearl
Menucha		Girl	Peaceful; Restful
Monika		Girl	Advise; Unique; Single
Naidelyn-Name-Meaning-Guide:-Pronunciation,-Popularity-&-More		Girl	A modern English name
Najma		Girl	Star; Celestial body; Source of inspiration
Ona		Girl	Wave; Favor; Grace
Parisa		Girl	Angelic face; Like a fairy
Phebe		Girl	Shining; Pure; Bright
Sable		Girl	Black; Sand; Sword
Sarayah-Name-Meaning,-Origin-And-Popularity:-A-Complete-Guide		Girl	Yahweh is ruler; Princess; Clouds at night
Seren		Girl	Star; Baby gazelle; Sky; Clear' Cloudless; Peaceful; Clear; Bright; Fair; Joyous; Calm
Shaylynn		Girl	Gift; Learned; Favorable; Living by lake; Majestic; Courteous; Admirable
Shekinah		Girl	Dwelling; God's presence; God's manifested glory
Soliha		Girl	Virtuous
Spirit		Girl	Soul; Breath; Energy
Suki		Girl	A beloved woman
Sydnee		Girl	Wide meadow; Wide island
Tayanna-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	A Christian; To anoint
Tiaraoluwa		Girl	From the body of God
Tyleigh		Unisex	Dew; A maker or layers of tiles; Meadow
Yanet:-Complete-Guide-To-Name-Meaning,-Popularity-&-More		Girl	God is gracious
Zahria		Girl	Scattering wind
Zana		Girl	Yahweh is gracious; Woman; Scholar; Hundred; Bullfinch; Lily; Rose; Fairy
Zeinab		Girl	Beautiful; Life of Zeus
Abygail-Name-Meaning,-Popularity-&-Complete-Guide		Girl	My father is joy
Adelene-Name-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Popularity:-Complete-Guide		Girl	Noble
Ahaana:-Origin,-Meaning,-And-Popularity,-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Dawn; A saying; A proverb;
Akilah		Girl	Wise; Intelligent
Analiese		Girl	Grace; Favour; My God is an oath
Aralyn		Girl	High mountain; Exalted
Avanna-Baby-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Origin-&-Popularity		Girl	Gracious; Gift of God
Barbie-Name-Meaning:-A-Complete-Guide-To-Origin-And-History		Girl	Traveler from a foreign land
Jasher		Boy	Upright; Righteous;
Bintou		Girl	Daughter; Girl
Breya		Unisex	Pure; Free spirited
Brilee		Unisex	Briar clearing
Camilia		Unisex	Complete; A flowering shrub; A youth working in religious services
Cozette		Girl	Little thing; Victory of the people; Victorious
Damiya		Girl	Mother Earth
Dayna		Girl	Collection of the best and the most beautiful; He judged
Dominga		Girl	Belonging to God
Elaia		Unisex	Swallow (bird)
Ellieanna		Girl	Sun
Emerlyn		Unisex	Gemstone; Precious stone
Emmaleigh:-Essential-Guide-To-Origin,-Meaning,-And-Popularity		Girl	Rival; Laborious; Eager; Universe; Whole; Great; Clearing
Eriana		Girl	Most holy; Silver; Honor

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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