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
Anasia:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Popularity		Girl	Unique; Mystical; Imaginative
Anastasija		Girl	Resurrection
Anatalia		Girl	A beautiful and warm sunrise; Christmas day; Warm; Grace; Dew from God
Anberlin		Girl	A meaningless name
Andreana		Girl	Strong; Manly
Andreea		Girl	Male; Manly; Brave; Virility
Angelea		Girl	Angel; A messenger of God
Anija		Unisex	Favor; Grace
Anjolie		Girl	Salutation; Offering; Messenger of God
Annella		Girl	Grace; Favor
Annica		Girl	Sweetness of face; Favored; Graceful
Anokhi		Girl	The unique one
Ansa		Unisex	Virtue; Trap
Antonette		Girl	Flower; Priceless; Invaluable; Praiseworthy; Inestimable
Aoibhinn		Girl	Beauty; Delightful; Pleasant; White beauty; Blessed appearance
Apolline		Girl	Of or relating to Apollo or his worship; Strength; Father lion
Arabela		Girl	A beautiful lion
Arbella		Girl	Four gods; Assyrian city in northern Iraq
Ardis		Girl	Eagle goddess; Blooming meadow
Areesha		Girl	Built structure; Shade; Shelter; Throne
Aretha		Girl	Virtue
Arilena		Girl	Brave lion
Ariona-Baby-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Pronunciation,-Popularity		Girl	Boundary; Light of the heavens; Melodious; Most holy
Arletta		Girl	Army legacy
Arline		Girl	Pledge; Oath; Promise
Arshiya		Girl	Heavenly; Worthy of a throne; Abode of Allah
Artemisa-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Pronunciation-&-Popularity		Girl	Safe; Butcher; Follower of Artemis
Arushi		Girl	Dawn or red sky; Reddish dawn; Hitting
Arvika		Unisex	Universal
Aryaa		Girl	Noble
Ashirah		Girl	Fortunate; Rich; I will sing
Asira-Baby-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-Origin-&-Popularity		Girl	Captivator; Fascinating; Honored; Chosen
Athziri		Girl	Flower water
Atiyah-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Gift; Present; Favor; Benefit; Boon
Attica		Unisex	From Atticus
Aubrynn:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Popularity		Girl	A person who sits on the Golden hill
Audre		Girl	Noble strength
Audrea		Girl	Noble strength
Aundrea		Girl	Manly; Masculine
Avalena		Girl	Bird-like; To breathe; To live; Voice
Avra		Girl	Breeze
Avrielle		Girl	Name of an angel
Ayma		Girl	Horse lover; Music
Azizah		Girl	Dear; Beloved; Esteemed; Precious; Cherished
Balqis		Girl	Name of the Queen of Sheba
Bareerah		Girl	Good; New; Loyalty
Basia		Girl	Foreign woman; Daughter of Yahweh
Benedetta-Name:-Meaning,-Origin-&-History---Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Blessed; Fortunate
Bess		Girl	My God is an oath
Bethania		Girl	House of affliction; House of figs
Beyonce		Girl	Beyond others
Beyza		Girl	White; Pure
Bhavika		Girl	Sentimental; Emotional; Originating from emotions
Blanche-Name-Origin,-Meaning-&-Popularity:-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	White; Fair-colored
Bonnibel		Girl	Pretty; Beautiful; Cheerful; Good;
Breeanna		Girl	Hill; High; Might
Bricia		Girl	Speckled
Brinn		Girl	Hill; Mound; High
Britny		Girl	A woman from Britain
Brynja		Girl	Armor
Cadie		Girl	Pure; Each of the two; Rhythm; Flow; Talkative; Falling
Caily-Name:-Your-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning-&-More		Girl	Slender; Graceful; Beautiful; Boomerang
Cammie		Girl	Religious attendant; Noble; Bent nose
Cammy-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-Popularity,-Nicknames		Girl	Religious attendant; Noble; Bent nose
Candela		Girl	Candle
Caria		Girl	Beloved; Friend; Free man; Place name
Cariana		Girl	Favor; Grace; Free man
Carolena		Girl	Man; Army; Free woman; Song
Carra		Girl	A dear, beloved lady; Friend; Darling
Catalena		Girl	Pure; Each of the two
Catelynn		Girl	Each of the two; Pure
Catharina		Girl	Purity; Each of the two; My consecration of your name
Catharine		Girl	Pure; Each of the two; Torture; My consecration of your name
Cecille		Girl	She who has no sight
Cedella-Name-Meaning:-Pronunciation,-Popularity-&-More		Girl	Prophetess; Sibyl
Celenia		Girl	Heavenly; Moon
Cersei		Girl	Hawk
Channel		Unisex	A channel; Jug; Jar; Bottle
Chante		Girl	A singer
Chelsee		Girl	Chalk landing place
Chenoa		Girl	Dove; White dove; Dove of peace; Mourning dove
Citrine		Girl	Pale yellow variety of quartz; Lemon or citron tree
Claramae		Girl	Beloved; Clear; Bright;
Cliona		Girl	Goddess Clíodhna
Comfort		Girl	To strengthen greatly; Strength
Cristabel		Girl	A beautiful follower of Christ
Cylia-Name-Meaning-&-Origin:-Complete-2025-Baby-Naming-Guide		Girl	Wood; Ancient
Cyrah		Girl	Young; Lord
Dacia		Girl	The region encompassing Romania and Moldova
Daena		Girl	One from Denmark; Divine
Dahab		Girl	Gold
Dalena		Girl	Small valley; Tower
Davanee		Girl	Merciful; Gentle; Dark-haired
Davida-Name-Meaning:-A-Complete-Guide-To-Origin,-History-&-More		Girl	Beloved; Uncle
Deliana-Name:-Pronunciation,-Meaning,-Popularity-&-Key-Insights		Girl	Business; Work; Of Delos
Demitra		Girl	Goddess of harvest and fertility
Dilma		Girl	Father's helmet
Dinora		Girl	Of fire
Silva		Unisex	Wood; Forest
Donia		Girl	World; Tough; Hard

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