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
Shyann		Girl	Red speakers
Sibyl		Girl	Prophetess; Oracle
Sofya		Girl	Wisdom
Tabatha		Girl	Gazelle
Teresita-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Popularity		Girl	A popular saint's name
Thara		Girl	Stream; Water; Wealth
Velvet		Unisex	A soft-napped fabric
Yashvi		Unisex	Fame; Praise; Glory
Zeriah		Girl	Seeds; A variant of Zera
Zoila-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Life
Aaminah		Girl	Safe; Protected; Devoted; Honest; Faithful; Obedient
Aasiya		Girl	Grieving; Distressed
Abiha		Girl	Her father; Father of her
Adalene-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-Origin-And-Variants		Girl	Noble; Kind; Nobility
Adayah-Baby-Name:-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Trends		Unisex	Adorned by God
Adea		Girl	Given by God; Noble; Nobility; Wide justice
Adithi		Girl	Boundless; Beginning; Secure; Free; Innocence
Aelita		Girl	Starlight seen for the last time; Truth
Afomia		Girl	Fruitful; Productive
Aixa-Baby-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Popularity		Girl	Living; Alive; She who lives
Aleaha		Girl	High; Exalted; Sublime; Lofty
Alethia		Girl	Truthful; Truthfulness
Alinea-Baby-Name:-Pronunciation,-Meaning-&-Popularity-Guide		Girl	Of Magdala; Torch; Corposant; Moon
Alliah:-Complete-Guide-To-Pronunciation,-Popularity-&-Nicknames		Girl	High; Exalted; Sublime
Amana		Unisex	Rain; Vegetables; Honest; Faithful; Loyal
Amanah		Unisex	Safety; Loyal; Trustworthy
Amberlyn		Girl	A jewel; Amber; Orange-yellow lake
Analyn:-Comprehensive-Baby-Name-Guide-With-Meaning-&-Popularity		Girl	Graceful; Favor
Arzu-Baby-Name-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-Popularity-&-Traits		Girl	Wish; Longing; Hope; Desire
Asal		Girl	Honey
Atiana		Girl	Fairy queen
Ayaana		Girl	Path; Way; Silent
Aymara		Girl	People of the South Andes; Edge; Blade; Famous; Parakeet
Ayomi		Girl	My joy
Aysa		Girl	Moon-like; Beautiful; Radiant; Living; Alive
Ayuri		Unisex	Asian lily
Binta		Girl	Daughter
Birdy		Girl	Bright; Bringer of victory
Brina-Baby-Name:-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Complete-Guide		Girl	Juniper; Brown
Bryndle		Unisex	Brunette
Caira:-Baby-Name-Meaning,-Popularity,-And-Comprehensive-Guide		Unisex	Beloved
Camella		Girl	Camellia flower
Carlene		Girl	A free man
Chantal		Girl	A building stone
Chapel		Girl	Place of worship
Charissa-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-Origin-And-Popularity		Girl	Grace; Beloved; Kind
Chelsy-Name-Meaning,-Origin-&-Popularity:-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Chalk landing place
Christal		Girl	Ice; Crystal; Christian
Chyanne		Girl	Red speakers; People from a different language
Citlalli		Girl	Star
Clarisse		Girl	Bright; Clear; Famous; Shining
Cyrilla-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Ultimate-Guide		Girl	Lordly; Lady
Daisie		Girl	Day's eye
Daliana-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Pronunciation-And-Popularity		Girl	The dahlia flower
Dannia		Girl	God is my judge
Ditya		Girl	Another name of Goddess Durga; Answer to prayers
Eilyn		Unisex	Little bird; Strength; Wished for
Elaria		Girl	Sweetly-speaking; Well-spoken
Elianne		Girl	Sun
Elinore		Girl	The other Aenor
Ellaina		Girl	Torch; Corposant
Ellana		Unisex	Torch; Oak tree; Handsome
Ellenore-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-11-Adorable-Nicknames		Girl	Shining light; Shining God; The other Aenor
Elyn-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-Complete-Guide-To-Its-History		Girl	Torch; Corposant
Emmajean		Girl	Whole; Universal; God is gracious; Maiden
Emmalie		Girl	Rival; Whole; Great; Clearing
Emmanuela		Girl	God is with us
Evia		Girl	To live; To breathe; Beauty
Gissel		Unisex	Pledge; Promise; Hostage
Gladis		Girl	Country; Nation; Land; Sword; Princess
Hanah-Name-Meaning:-Comprehensive-Guide-To-History-&-Trends		Girl	Yahweh is gracious; Yahweh is merciful; God has shown mercy; A variant is Hana
Heela		Girl	To hope; To wish
Helia		Girl	Sun
Hensleigh		Girl	A female chicken; Field; Meadow; Hen farm
Hilde		Girl	Battle
Idaly		Unisex	Prosperous
Ilsa-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-Unique-Baby-Name-Guide		Girl	God is my oath
Isella		Girl	My God is an oath; Alone; Unique; Hostage; Pledge; Famous in battle; Sea of bitterness; Beloved
Isolde		Girl	Ice; Battle; She who is looked upon
Ivania		Girl	God is gracious; Well-born
Jalina-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Popularity-&-Pronunciation		Girl	Dew; Hoarfrost
Jameelah		Girl	A chaste woman
Janayah		Unisex	Yahweh is gracious
Jasira		Unisex	To venture boldly; Brave
Jenifer		Girl	White phantom; Fair lady; Supernatural
Jenika-Baby-Name:-Popularity,-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-More		Girl	Graceful; Light; God's gracious gift
Jolena-Name-Meaning:-Comprehensive-Guide-And-2025-Popularity		Girl	God is gracious; God will add
Joslin-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Complete-Guide		Girl	A member of the Gauts tribe; Lord; Joyful
Kailia-Name:-Meaning,-Origin,-Popularity-&-Nicknames		Unisex	Joyful sea; Sea of joy
Hollace		Unisex	Near the holly bushes
Kareena-Baby-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-History-And-Popularity-Guide		Girl	Dear; Little one; Pure
Katlyn		Girl	Unsullied; Clean; Pure
Keanna		Girl	Divine; Goddess-like
Keishla		Girl	Her life
Keysha-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Pronunciation,-Popularity-&-More		Unisex	Cinnamon; Cassia; From the spice tree
Khalilah-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-Popularity-&-Nicknames-Guide		Girl	Friend; Sweet heart; Beloved
Kianni		Unisex	Silk-like material
Kilani-Name:-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Popularity-&-Pronunciation		Unisex	Royal; Heavenly
Kimberlin		Girl	Cyneburg's field
Kiva-Name-Meaning:-Insights-On-Origin,-History,-And-Variations		Girl	Supplanter; Holder of the heel; May God protect; Dear; Noble

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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