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 | |
|---|---|---|---|
 |  Girl | Precious; Valuable; Extremely desired; Something so good and valuable that people compete for it | |
| | Girl | Torch; Corposant; Shining one; God is my judge | |
| |  Unisex | Light of God; Lamp of God | |
| | Girl | One with a good lineage; Nurturing | |
| | Girl | Rose; Hero; Period; Leader | |
| | Girl | Queen; She is singing; Joyous song | |
| | Girl | Join; Tie; Snare | |
| | Girl | White antelope; Advantage; Flax; To calm down; To quieten; Beloved; Goddess Durga | |
| | Unisex | The good readers of the Quran | |
| | Girl | A little king | |
| | Girl | Fortunate; Lucky; Intelligent | |
| | Unisex | Princess; Fortunate | |
| | Girl | Purple; Entrance; Shadow | |
| | Unisex | My princess; God is ruler; The Pleiades | |
| | Unisex | Traveler; Walking around for amusement; Stroll; Outing; Excursion; Without restraint | |
| | Girl | Lotus in the heart of Lord Vishnu; Goddess Lakshmi; Night | |
| | Unisex | Scholar | |
| | Girl | Forgotten; Overlooked; Young star; Hidden star of a constellation | |
| | Girl | Solitude; Our Lady of Solitude | |
| | Unisex | Crown; Wreath | |
| | Unisex | Princess; Fate; A reed | |
| | Girl | Date palm | |
| | Unisex | Divine valley; Many; Beautiful | |
| | Girl | Gift of god | |
| | Girl | Three rivers; A famous emperor; A person from Triana in Seville | |
| | Girl | Strength; Spear of strength; Universal strength | |
| | Girl | Butterfly; Goddess Phanessa; Venus, the Goddess of love | |
| | Unisex | Wonderful life | |
| | Unisex | Fair; Blessed; Friend of peace | |
| | Unisex | Tying a garment; Excellent garment; Supportive | |
| | Girl | Her father | |
| | Unisex | Love; White jasmine; Messenger; Herald | |
| | Girl | Hailing from Ailsa Craig; Dream; Vision | |
| | Girl | Nobility | |
| | Girl | Noble; Kind; Nobility | |
| | Unisex | Dearly loved | |
| | Girl | Friendly; Friend | |
| | Girl | God was gracious; God has shown favor | |
| | Girl | Grieved; Distressed | |
| | Girl | Of the heavens; From the sky; Nature goddesses | |
| | Girl | Beautiful | |
| | Girl | Blessing; Divine grace | |
| | Girl | Beautiful; Free man | |
| | Girl | Queen mother; White; Pure | |
| | Girl | Love; Grace; Kindness | |
| | Girl | Pure; Each of the two | |
| | Girl | To sing well; Stone | |
| | Girl | Chalk landing place | |
| | Girl | Bright; Clear; Beautiful | |
| | Girl | Wonderful gift from God; Fruitful; To possess | |
| | Girl | A beloved person; Uncle | |
| | Girl | Already | |
| | Girl | Fate; Destiny | |
| | Unisex | Noble | |
| | Girl | The other Aenor; Light; Compassion | |
| | Girl | Rival | |
| | Girl | God is gracious | |
| | Girl | Female lion cub; Little lioness | |
| | Girl | From the high wood land; Hen; Wild bird | |
| | Girl | Torch; My God is Yahweh | |
| | Girl | My God is Yahweh | |
| | Girl | Gift of Isis | |
| | Unisex | My God is an oath | |
| | Girl | Star; Fire; Roar | |
| | Unisex | Invented name | |
| | Girl | Jasmine flower | |
| | Girl | White phantom; Magical being; Lady of the people; Little Bird; Prince | |
| | Girl | Tribe; Woman | |
| | Girl | God will increase | |
| | Girl | Pure; Each of the two | |
| | Girl | Each of the two; Pure | |
| | Girl | A citadel | |
| | Girl | Ship's victory; Cenel's island; Fierce | |
| | Unisex | Handsome; Beautiful; Good | |
| | Girl | A work of art; Creation | |
| | Unisex | Of Breese; Gadfly; Gentle wind | |
| | Girl | Shining; Radiant; Throat | |
| | Girl | Special; Wonderful | |
| | Girl | Mountain mist; Graceful; Elegant; Precious; Awakening | |
| | Girl | My God is an oath | |
| | Girl | A female who came from Italian city Laurentum | |
| | Girl | Young palm tree; Flax | |
| | Unisex | Pretty; Beautiful | |
| | Unisex | Welcoming elf ruler; Intoxicating | |
| | Girl | Who is like God? | |
| | Girl | Brave; Vigorous; Unceasing | |
| | Girl | To be loved | |
| | Girl | Seaborn | |
| | Girl | Bright sea | |
| | Girl | Peaceful; Calm; The eye | |
| | Girl | Hospitality | |
| | Girl | Beautiful rose; Gentle horse | |
| | Girl | Ascent; Spell; Charm; Prophet Muhammad's female child | |
| | Girl | Lucky; Blessed; Happy | |
| | Girl | One with inner beauty; Fame; Path; Way; Conduct; Wisdom | |
| | Girl | Fine; Good; Favorable; Learned | |
| | Girl | A little beautiful girl | |
| | Girl | Damage; Harm; Shadow; Norse goddess of bowhunting, skiing, winter, and mountains | |
| | Girl | Golden | |
| | Unisex | Will; Desire; Volition | |
The popular girl names of 2023 give you an idea of what names other parents love. You can follow the trend and pick a name that is popular with parents or opt for a more exclusive name. Whatever you choose, ensure that it fits with your family’s values, religion, and culture. It should be a name that indicates your dreams and hopes for her. And it should be one that she will happily flaunt all her life.
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
References
- Popular Names in 2022.
https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/
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