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
Nahida		Girl	Immaculate; Undefiled
Najat		Girl	Deliverance; Salvation; Rescue; Savior
Najla-Name-Meaning:-Guide-To-Origin,-History-&-More		Girl	Wide-eyed; One who has beautiful large eyes
Namiah		Unisex	Rising; Developing; Increasing; Growing
Nanea		Girl	Fascinating; Interesting; Enjoyable
Nayani-Baby-Name-Ultimate-Guide-To-Meaning-&-Pronunciation		Girl	Pupil of the eye
Nea		Girl	Twinflower; New; Snow; God's sanctuary
Nera		Girl	Candle; Lamp; Strong; Black
Nereida-Name-Meaning-Guide:-Origin,-Pronunciation-&-Popularity		Girl	Nymphs; Sea sprites
Nevena		Girl	Marigold
Nida		Girl	Call; Proclaim
Nijah-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-Complete-Guide		Girl	A beautiful rose; One who succeeds; Challenging
Nisreen-Name-Meaning-&-Origin:-Ultimate-Guide		Girl	Wild rose
Nohely-Name:-Origin,-Meaning,-Pronunciation,-Popularity-&-More		Girl	Christmas
Nonie		Girl	Violet flower; Honor; Esteem; Dignity; Ninth
Noorah-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Light
Novena		Unisex	Nine
Nuran		Unisex	Light; Illumination
Odeya		Girl	I will thank God
Onalee		Unisex	Favor; Grace; Clearing
Oni		Girl	Today; Demon; Born on a holy ground; Shelter
Onika		Girl	Favor; Grace; Demon flower
Orelia		Girl	Expensive and glittering as gold; Gilded
Orianthi		Girl	Flower of the mountain; To Excite
Osmara		Girl	God; Famous
Ottavia		Girl	A person who is born on the eighth
Ottilia		Girl	Heritage; Wealth; Fortune
Ozma		Unisex	Supreme; Greatest
Pelia		Girl	Miracle of God; Marvel of God
Peony		Girl	A healing flower
Portia		Girl	Pig; Hog
Queena		Girl	Woman; Wife
Quorra		Unisex	Heart
Quynh		Girl	Deep red
Raelene-Baby-Name:-Everything-You-Need-To-Know		Girl	Ewe; Lamb
Rahi		Girl	Traveller; Wayfarer; Pedestrian
Rainah		Girl	Queen
Raiza		Girl	Rose; Warrior; To be chosen; Period of time
Ramla		Girl	Sand; Grain of sand
Raveena		Girl	Spreading sunshine; Sunflower; Beauty of the sun
Raynah		Unisex	Queen; Happy; Willing; Clean; Pure
Rebekka		Girl	To tie; To bind; To join
Rella		Girl	To admire; Star; Golden; Gilded
Rhylen		Girl	One who lives on the rye fields
Rifka		Girl	Snare; Tie; Join
Rinn		Unisex	Star; Cape; Point
Rishika-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-History-&-Popularity-in-2025		Girl	Trustworthy; Saintly; Divine worshipper; Pious; Learned; Sage; Poet
Rona		Girl	Rough island; Song; Joy; To survive; Powerful counselor
Rosalita-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Trends,-Meaning,-And-More		Unisex	Rose
Rosealyn		Girl	A beautiful and gorgeous rose
Roselyne		Girl	A woman with cheeks and lips of a rose
Rosene		Girl	A rosy-looking young girl
Roxann		Girl	Bright; Shining
Ruba		Girl	Hill
Rufaida		Girl	Support
Rysa		Unisex	Laughter
Saaya		Girl	Shadow; Shade; Shelter; Protection; Sand; Second
Saffiyah		Girl	Pure
Saila		Unisex	Holy; Blessed; Dwelling in the mountains
Saleha		Girl	Virtuous
Samani-Name-Guide-To-Popularity,-Meaning-&-Nicknames		Unisex	Unite; To join; Assemble; To offer oblation; To fetch
Samyuktha		Girl	Joint; Combined; Being accompanied by
Saralyn		Girl	Princess from the valley
Sargun		Unisex	Blessed with many virtues; All good things
Saryn-Baby-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning-&-Popularity		Unisex	Star
Sayumi		Girl	Small; Play; Beautiful
Sehar		Girl	Early morning; Dawn; Intelligence; Beauty
Senaida-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-Origin-And-Variants		Girl	Zeus; Shine; Sky; Support
Serana-Name:-Guide-To-Meaning,-Pronunciation,-Popularity-&-More		Girl	Cear; Calm; Tranquil; Serene
Shailyn		Girl	NA
Shamya		Unisex	Heard by Yahweh
Shanzay		Girl	Princess
Shayra		Girl	Poetess; Love; Peace; Beautiful
Shealyn-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Essential-Guide		Girl	Good; Favored; Learned; Admirable
Sherrie		Unisex	Darling
Shiza		Girl	Splendor; A gift
Shylynn		Unisex	Majestic; Courteous; Waterfall; Admirable
Siera-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Popularity:-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Mountain range
Sihaam		Girl	Arrows
Sistine		Girl	Sistine Chapel; Polished
Solina		Unisex	Religious
Solvi		Unisex	Sun strength; Woods
Siris		Unisex	Mesopotamian goddess of beer; Brewer
Sophina		Girl	A little wise one
Sorelle		Girl	Sisters; Sour
Sreenika		Unisex	Little Goddess Lakshmi
Stacia-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History-|-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Resurrection; Fruitful
Sumaiya		Girl	High above
Susanne		Girl	Lily; Lotus; Rose
Suzan		Girl	Lily; Lotus; Rose; Burning
Sylphrena		Unisex	Nymphs of the woods; Reborn
Sylvana		Girl	A lady of the woods or forest
Tahan		Boy	Patience
Talei		Unisex	Precious one
Tamana		Girl	One who is desired
Tamanna		Girl	Wish; Desire;
Tamaya-Name-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Popularity:-Complete-Guide		Girl	One who is the center of everything
Taylah-Name-Meaning:-Guide-To-Origin,-Variants-&-Popularity		Girl	To cut
Teela		Girl	Heritage; Wealth; Fortune; Glory of God
Temima		Girl	Whole; Perfect

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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