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
Kennedi		Girl	Helmeted chieftain
Clementine		Girl	Merciful; Gentle; Orange
Eve-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Popularity:-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	To live; To breathe
Nalani		Girl	Serenity of the skies; Calm skies; The heavens; Royal
Kyla		Girl	Narrows; Channel; Strait; Victorious
Blaire-Name-Meaning-And-History:-Ultimate-Guide-For-2025		Girl	Field; Plain; Battlefield
Myra		Girl	Myrr;
Davina		Girl	Beloved; Calf; Fox; Little black one
Faye-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-History,-And-Popularity-In-2025		Girl	Fairy; Loyalty; Beech tree; Belief
Anahi		Girl	Beautiful like a flower; Speaker; Immaculate; Immortal
Madilynn		Girl	One who is from Magdala; Tower
Alanna-Baby-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Popularity		Girl	Harmony; Offering; Beautiful; Exalted; Precious; Child
Alejandra		Girl	Defender or helper of the people
Mariam-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Wished for a child; Bitter
Ivanna		Girl	God is gracious
Yara-Origin,-Meaning,-And-Popularity:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Lady of the lake; Friend; Helper; Small butterfly; Courage; Strength
Anne		Girl	Grace; Favor; Eagle
Addilyn-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-History,-And-Variations		Girl	Nobility; Kind; Noble
Braelynn		Girl	Primrose; Hill
Lilian-Name-Meaning,-History-&-5-Variations-Explained		Girl	Lily
Amirah		Girl	Princess; Highborn girl; Treetop; Leader
Lina		Girl	Tender; Palm tree; Flax; United; Absorbed; Pretty; Elegant; Sunlight; Cascade falls
Michaela		Girl	Who is like God?
Reyna		Girl	Counsel; Queen
Amalia		Girl	Vigorous; Industrious; Brave
Alia		Girl	Noble; Sublime; Exalted; Heavenly; High; Divine
Abby		Girl	My father's joy; My father is cheerful; He rejoices
Calliope		Girl	Beautiful voice
Isabela-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Complete-Guide		Girl	God is my oath
Lylah		Girl	Night; Night beauty; Delicate
Emerie		Girl	A ruler who is brave, powerful, and vigorous
Zariyah		Girl	Blooming flower
Leyla		Girl	Night; Daughter of the night
Chaya		Girl	Life; Alive
Rosalia-Name-Meaning-&-History:-Origin,-Pronunciation,-Trends		Girl	Rose; Beautiful rose
Emberly-Name-Meaning:-A-Complete-Guide-To-Origin-&-Popularity		Girl	Spark; Glowing flame; Woodland; Clearing
Marie-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Wished for child; Sea of bitterness; Star of the sea
Rhea		Girl	Flowing stream; Ground
Haley		Girl	Hay clearing; Clearing in the woods
Nia		Girl	Goal; Determination; Purpose; Bright; Female champion; Priceless; Luck
Rosa		Girl	Rose; Dew
Zahra-Name-Meaning-And-History:-Your-Complete-Guide		Girl	Shining; Blooming flower; Brilliant
Malaysia		Girl	To run; To go fast
Jaliyah		Girl	Sublime; Exalted; Ascending
Jayleen		Unisex	Beautiful jaybird; Victory; Tranquility
Mina		Girl	Precious blue stone; Love; A place near Makkah; Goddess of sun, moon, and stars; Fierce protector
Hadassah-Name-Meaning-&-History:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Myrtle tree
Kensley		Girl	The spring glade; Clearing glade; Valley of the spring; Clearing belonging to Cyne; Royal
Maxine		Girl	Greatest; Supreme; Maximum; Eldest
Mikayla		Girl	Who is like God
Azariah		Girl	God helps; Yahweh has helped
Eileen		Girl	Little bird; Strength; Wished for; Desired; Torch
Reina		Girl	Queen; Clean; Pure; Wise
Florence		Girl	Flourishing; Prosperous
Melany		Girl	Black; Dark
Journi		Girl	Of the day; Defined course of traveling
Nola		Girl	Olive tree; God is with us; White shoulders; Fair; Noble
Amaia		Girl	The ending; Final resolution; The beginning of the end
Kaitlyn		Girl	Pure; Each of the two; Clear; Innocent
Gloria-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Complete-Guide		Girl	Praise; Glory; Immortal glory; Fame
Analia		Girl	Gracious; Merciful; Favor
Freyja		Girl	Lady
Keilani		Girl	Heaven; Sky; Glorious chief; Royal one
Arleth		Girl	Army remnant; Army legacy
Jenna		Girl	White phantom; Fair lady; Supernatural; God is merciful; God is Gracious
Louise		Girl	Famous warrior
Melina		Girl	Honey; Bee
Thalia-Name-Meaning-And-History:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	To flourish; To blossom
Maci		Girl	Of Massy; Gift of God
Marina		Girl	Of the sea; Belonging to the sea
Noemi		Girl	Pleasantness; Delight
Aleena		Girl	Torch; Shining light; Fair; Delicate; Noble; Bright
Aliana		Girl	Torch; Corposant; Moon; Sun; Most Holy; Noble and gracious
Capri-Name-Meaning:-Origins,-History-and-Popularity-Guide		Girl	Wild boar; Goat; Whimsical; An island in Italy
Cassandra		Girl	Name of a prophetess; To excel; To shine
Kathryn		Girl	Pure; Clear; Innocent
Angelica		Girl	Messenger of God; Angelic
Tiana		Unisex	Princess; Follower of Christ; Loved; Divine; From Sebaste
Della		Girl	Noble; Delicate
Irene		Girl	Peace
Kyra		Girl	Throne; Sun; Young; Lord
Romina		Girl	Citizen of Rome; A Roman
Nellie		Girl	Torch; Corposant; Moon; Horn; Affection
Khaleesi		Girl	Queen
Bethany		Girl	House of figs
Ellianna		Girl	My God has answered; Sun; Light of favor
Aleah		Girl	Rising; Height; Exalted; Champion
Zelda		Girl	Blessed; Fortunate; Happy; Grey battle
Adalee		Girl	God is my refuge; Nobility; Ornament; Adornment
Janelle		Girl	God is gracious
Estrella-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-Origins-&-Variations		Girl	Star
Vienna		Girl	The capital of Austria; Forest stream
Yareli		Girl	Lady of the water
Marceline-Name-Meaning-And-History:-A-Complete-Guide		Girl	A young warrior; Dedicated to Mars
Coraline		Girl	Coral; Precious gemstone made by polishing coral
Kenna		Girl	Handsome; Fire-born; Ruler of the valley
Zendaya		Girl	To give thanks; Be thankful
Ila		Girl	Earth; Speech; Companion; Associate; Torch; Island
Iyla		Girl	Moonlight; Terebinth tree; Earth; Speech; Island
Elodie		Girl	All wealth; Foreign wealth

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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