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
Esmerelda-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Emerald; Bright green precious stone
Evany		Girl	God is gracious; Goddess of the forest
Fanny		Girl	A free girl; Crown
Florencia-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-Complete-Guide		Girl	Flourishing; Prosperous
Giavana		Girl	God is gracious
Gionna		Unisex	God is gracious
Gracy-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Popularity:-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Graceful; Charming; Elegant
Hadia		Girl	Leader; Guide
Hoorain		Unisex	Beautiful angel
Ivyana:-Complete-Guide-To-Pronunciation,-Meaning-&-Popularity		Girl	Climbing plant with yellow flowers; Favor; Grace
Iyonna		Girl	Favor; Grace
Jaliah		Unisex	Invented name
Jamyla		Girl	A good-looking woman
Joycelyn-Name-Meaning:-A-Comprehensive-Guide-For-2025		Girl	Lord; Rejoice; Joyful; A member of the Gauts tribe
Julisa		Girl	Jupiter's child; Downy-bearded
Loghan		Unisex	Small hollow
Lynnleigh		Girl	Flaxwood; Lime tree clearing; Lime grove
Marilla		Girl	Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished for child; To sparkle
Maycie-Baby-Name:-Essential-Guide-To-Pronunciation-&-Popularity		Girl	Weapon
Mayleen-Baby-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Popularity		Girl	Good mother; Beloved; Love; Torch; Moon
Meela		Unisex	Favor of the people
Monse-Baby-Name-Meaning-&-Origin:-A-Complete-Guide		Unisex	Jagged mountain
Myasia-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Popularity,-And-Pronunciation		Girl	Unique; Feminine; Modern
Noriah		Unisex	Light
Rayana:-Origin,-Meaning,-And-Popularity---A-Complete-Guide		Girl	Watered; Luxuriant; Heaven's gate
Rianna		Girl	Great queen; Goddess; Little king; Gracious and beloved
Salwa-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-Popularity,-Nicknames-&-More		Girl	Comfort; Solace
Samiah		Unisex	Elevated; Sublime; Supreme
Sarabi		Girl	Mirage; Illusion
Seriyah		Girl	Princess; Cloud and rain
Shloka		Unisex	Verse; Hindu mantra; Hymn
Somaya		Girl	High; Lofty; Elevated
Tammy-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Popularity		Girl	Date palm
Theodosia-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-History,-And-Popularity-In-2025		Girl	Giving to God
Vale-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Nicknames:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Unisex	Wide river valley
Yarah-Name-Meaning:-A-Guide-To-Origins,-History,-And-Popularity		Girl	Honeycomb; Honeysuckle; Small butterfly; Water lady; Strong
Zaiya		Unisex	Victory; Strength
Zala		Girl	Rose; Shininess
Zlata-Name-Meaning,-Popularity,-Pronunciation:-Ultimate-Guide		Girl	Golden
Zuleyka-Baby-Name:-Pronunciation,-Meaning-&-Popularity-Guide		Unisex	Fair; Brilliant; Lovely
Zuleyma-Complete-Guide:-Pronunciation,-Trends-&-Numerology		Girl	Peace
Aarushi		Girl	First ray of sun; Dawn
Adalet		Girl	Justice; To act justly
Afiyah		Girl	Health
Akemi		Girl	Bright; Beautiful
Alahna		Girl	Unique beauty
Aletta-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Ultimate-Guide		Girl	Winged; Nobility; Kind
Aliyanna-Baby-Name-Guide:-Pronunciation,-Meaning-&-Popularity		Unisex	Higher; Exalted; Noble
Alydia:-Ultimate-Guide-To-Meaning,-Popularity-&-Pronunciation		Girl	A little winged noble girl; Nobility and strength
Amayrani		Girl	Invented name
Ameenah		Girl	Truthful; Trustworthy; Faithful; Honest woman
Anagha-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Complete-Guide		Unisex	Sinless; Without any fault; Perfect; Pure; Beautiful
Analie-Baby-Name:-Meaning,-Origin,-Variations-&-3-Nicknames		Girl	Grace; Divine grace
Aviella		Girl	God is my father
Ayani		Girl	Protector; Helper; Supporter; Path; Course
Becky		Girl	To bind or tie; To forecast
Callyn		Girl	Beautiful; Battle rule
Celena		Girl	Moon; Heaven
Chanelle		Girl	Dweller by the canal; Bottle-maker
Christa		Girl	Follower of Lord Jesus; The anointed; Christian
Citlaly		Girl	Star
Clea		Girl	Glory of the father; Glory; Fame
Dariah		Unisex	Possessing goodness; Sea
Dayani-Baby-Name:-Complete-Meaning,-Origin-&-Popularity-Guide		Girl	Goddess of compassion
Dorcas		Girl	Gazelle
Dovie		Girl	A beautiful Dove; Peace; Bee; Beloved; Bear
Edelyn		Unisex	Noble; Honorable; Small noble one
Ellarie		Girl	Cheerful
Emelie		Girl	Rival
Eshal		Girl	Flower in the Heaven; Purity
Fatuma		Girl	To wean; To abstain
Faustina		Girl	Auspicious; Lucky
Giorgia		Girl	Earthworker; Farmer
Hadiya-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-Popularity-&-What-You-Need-To-Know		Girl	Leader; Guide
Haset		Unisex	Joy; Delight; Happiness
Hila-Baby-Name:-Origin,-Meaning-&-Popularity-Guide		Girl	Halo; Aura; To praise; To shine; Hope
Ivelisse-Name-Meaning,-Origin-And-History:-Complete-Guide		Girl	Yew; My God is an oath
Jadelyn		Girl	Stone of the flank; Jade stone
Jamiya-Baby-Name:-Meaning,-History,-And-Ultimate-Guide		Girl	Gathering; University
Janina-Name-Pronunciation,-Meaning-&-Popularity:-Complete-Guide		Girl	God is Gracious
Jezabel		Girl	To dwell; To exhalt; The Lord; The prince lives
Jorie		Girl	Descend; Flow down; Pearl
Kaari:-Guide-To-Pronunciation,-Meaning,-Popularity-And-Nicknames		Girl	Young girl; Pure
Kathia		Girl	Pure; Natural
Kayori		Unisex	Scent; Fragrance; Beauty; Trust
Kimberlee		Girl	Royal fortress meadow; Cyndeburg's field; War chief
Lilibet		Girl	God is my oath
Lilla:-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Origin,-Meaning,-And-Popularity		Girl	Blue; Envious; From Lydia, Play; Amusement; My god is an oath
Lyndie-Baby-Name:-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Pronunciation,-Popularity-&-More		Unisex	Soft; Flexible; Tender; Beautiful
Lynnea		Girl	Twinflower; Linden tree; Lime tree
Maahi		Girl	A river; Surface of the Earth; Number one
Maebel		Girl	One who is lovely; Lovable
Mahi-Name:-Origin,-Meaning,-And-Global-Popularity-Guide		Girl	Earth
Mailyn-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-3-Fascinating-Facts		Girl	Hawthorn flower; Greater; Jade
Marylou-Name-Guide:-Pronunciation,-Meaning-&-Popularity		Girl	Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished-for child; Beloved; Love; Famous in battle
Kairen		Unisex	Sea; Ocean; Lotus
Medha		Girl	One of great wisdom and intellect
Mehreen		Girl	Kindness; Love; Affection; Sun
Mimi-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-and-History:-Ultimate-Guide		Girl	Beloved; Loveliness; Sea of bitterness
Monae		Unisex	Home; Rich protection

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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