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
Corrin-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-&-Popularity-in-2025		Boy	Maiden; Little spear
Hajra		Girl	Flight
Halena-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Torch; Corposant; Moon; Of Magdala
Hanako		Girl	Flower child; Flower girl
Hebe		Girl	Young
Hestia		Girl	Hearth; Fireside; Goddess of hearth and home;
Hollin-Name-Meaning-&-Origin:-Complete-Guide		Girl	Variant of Hollen; Topographic name of holly tree
Hooria-Baby-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Popularity-&-Pronunciation		Girl	Maiden; Nymph; Having eyes with an intense contrast of white and black
Hurain		Unisex	Beautiful like a fairy
Ibtisam:-Complete-Guide-To-Origin,-Meaning,-And-Popularity		Girl	Smile
Idella		Girl	Industrious; Work; Labor
Ifza-Name-Profile:-What-You-Need-To-Know		Unisex	Protective angel
Ilma		Girl	Knowledge; Air
Inika		Girl	Army; Splendor; Favor; Grace
Inola		Unisex	Black Fox
Insha		Girl	Creation; Composition; Construction
Inshirah		Unisex	Relief; Open; Relaxation; Cheer
Iolana		Girl	To soar
Ismahan-Name-Meaning-&-Origin:-Popularity,-Pronunciation-&-More		Unisex	Seeker of excellence; Supreme
Itati		Unisex	White stone
Ivah		Unisex	Overthrow
Jacquelyne		Girl	The supplanter
Jaini		Unisex	God is gracious
Jamela		Girl	A beautiful girl
Janasia		Girl	God's grace on the east
Janika-Name-Meaning,-Origin-&-Popularity:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	God is gracious; Woman
Janisha-Name-Meaning,-Origin-&-Popularity:-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	One who dispels ignorance; God is gracious
Jaselle		Girl	One who is pledged; Hostage
Jeannine		Unisex	God is gracious
Jentrie		Girl	Nobility or aristocracy
Jeri		Unisex	Power of the spears; Yahweh will exalt; A sacred name
Jerilyn		Girl	Power of the spear; Yahweh will exalt
Jerusha		Girl	Possession; Inheritance; Legacy
Jeselle		Girl	Hostage; Pledge
Jessamine-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Meaning,-History-&-Variations		Girl	Jasmine
Jetzabel		Girl	To exalt; To dwell
Joia		Girl	Rejoicing; Happiness; Joy; Thursday
Jolisa		Girl	God is an oath; God is gracious
Jonna		Girl	God is gracious; God has given
Joselyne		Girl	Cheerful; Little Goths; Lord; Variant of Jocelyn
Julee		Girl	Downy-bearded; Devoted to Jove
Juman-Name:-A-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Meaning-And-Popularity		Girl	Pearl
Kaelee		Girl	Keeper of the keys; Slender; Pure
Kaeleigh		Girl	Keeper of the keys
Kahani		Girl	Story; Tale
Kailan		Girl	Keeper of keys; Pure; Mighty warrior; Slender
Kainaat		Girl	All creations; Universe
Kalisha-Name-Meaning:-Comprehensive-Origin-&-Popularity-Guide		Girl	Noble; Joy; Beautiful
Kalyna		Girl	Guelder rose
Kamaia-Name:-Meaning,-Origin-&-What-You-Need-To-Know		Unisex	Good mother; Dame
Kammie-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Popularity:-A-Complete-Guide		Girl	Young attendant; Religious helper; Crooked nose
Karena		Girl	The pure one
Karie		Girl	Pure; Love; Bent woman; White; Blessed; Crooked woman
Karliah		Girl	Man; Army; Covered snow
Karstyn		Girl	Mossy place
Karyna		Girl	Pure; Each of the two; Dear; Beloved; Friend; Darling; Loved one
Kasie		Girl	Alert
Kassia-Baby-Name:-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Key-Insights		Girl	Cassia; Cinnamon; Spice; Treasured; Empty; Vain
Kassiani		Girl	Empty; Vain
Kataryna		Girl	Unsullied
Kathryne		Girl	Plain; Pure; Clear
Katiya		Girl	Perfect; Pure; Clear
Katja-Name-Meaning,-Origin-&-Popularity:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Neat; Natural; Pure; Clear; Flawless
Kayin		Girl	Celebrated; Acquired
Kayse		Girl	Alert; Watchful
Keiani		Girl	She is ancient
Kelanie		Unisex	Heaven
Kelci		Girl	A ship of victory
Kelsee		Girl	The brave one
Kessa-Name:-Guide-To-Meaning,-Pronunciation,-Popularity-&-More		Unisex	Chubby baby
Ketzia		Unisex	Cassia; Cinnamon
Keyna		Girl	Beautiful; Fighter; Precious jewel
Khepri-Name-Guide:-Pronunciation,-Meaning-&-Popularity		Girl	Morning sun; The one being created; To appear; To transform
Kiala		Unisex	The path
Kiandra		Girl	Magical water; Ancient one
Kimara		Unisex	Rare beauty; Precious
Kimberlie		Girl	Royal fortress meadow; Cyndeburg's field; War chief
Kiona		Girl	Attractive; Of Zeus; Soul crusher
Korinna		Girl	The name means Woman Warrior with a Spear
Kripa		Girl	Mercy; Grace; Kindness
Krishika		Unisex	Grower; Farmer; Ploughing; Attractive
Kristianna		Girl	A follower of Christ
Krysta		Girl	Christian; Follower of the Christ; Anointed
Krystiana		Girl	The name means She sho belongs to Christian Faith
Kyley		Girl	She who has won
Lalisa		Girl	One who is praiseworthy
Lanya		Unisex	Little rock; Handsome; Light; World
Latoya		Girl	The victorious one; Guardian; Protection
Laureen		Girl	Sweet bay tree; From the bay
Lauri-Baby-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-Origin-&-Popularity		Girl	Laurel tree
Leeya		Girl	I am the Lord's
Leisel		Girl	My God is an oath
Lekha		Girl	Mark; Writings; Record; Lightening; Line; Horizon; The crescent moon
Leota		Girl	Of the people
Lexianna		Girl	To defend; To help; Helper or defender
Leyanna		Girl	Combination of Ley and Anne
Lilieth-Name:-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Meaning-&-Trends		Girl	Pure; Lily flower
Lissie		Girl	Rational person
Lital		Unisex	My dew; Dewdrop
Lizet		Girl	My God is an oath

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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