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
Duniya-Baby-Name:-Meaning,-Origin,-Popularity-&-More		Girl	World; Universe; Earth
Eana-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Numerology		Girl	Expressive and good-natured woman
Edythe		Girl	Fortune of war
Solis-Name:-Origin,-Meaning-&-Comprehensive-Guide		Unisex	Sun
Eiliana		Girl	My God has answered; Halo; Moonlight
Eimaan-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Pronunciation,-Popularity-&-More		Girl	Faith; Virtuous; Pious; God-fearing; Devoted to God
Elania-Baby-Name:-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-More		Girl	Torch; Corposant; Moon
Elexa		Unisex	Defending men
Elisea		Unisex	God is my salvation
Eliska		Girl	My God is an oath
Elita-Name-Meaning-&-Origin:-What-You-Need-To-Know		Girl	Elite; Chosen; Selected
Ellaria-Baby-Name:-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Popularity-Guide		Girl	Sweet-Speaking; My God is Yahweh; Song; Melody
Elleni		Girl	Torch; Corposant; Moon
Ellinore		Girl	The other Aenor; Light
Elycia		Girl	Nobleness; Nobility
Emera		Girl	Leader; Commander; Chief
Tanis		Unisex	One who is a follower
Emillie		Unisex	Rival
Emine		Girl	Truthful; Loyal; One who believes in God; Fearless
Emmilene		Girl	Hardwork and labour
Enika-Name:-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Complete-Guide		Unisex	Female antelope
Erha		Unisex	To tranquilize; To make calm
Erla-Name:-Ultimate-Guide-To-Meaning,-Popularity,-And-Traits		Girl	A warrior or noble lady
Erlinda-Baby-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Pronunciation,-And-Popularity		Girl	Wind; Scent; Noblewoman
Esta-Name-Meaning-&-History:-Your-Complete-Guide		Girl	Star; Evening star
Ethiopia		Unisex	Face; To burn; Red-brown color skin
Europe		Unisex	Wide face; Where the sun set
Eveleigh		Unisex	Boar; Woodland; Clearing
Evva		Unisex	To live
Evyana-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-Comprehensive-Guide		Unisex	Life; To live; Living one; Grace; Favor; The one favored by God
Exie-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-Origin,-Variants-&-More		Girl	My father is peace; Anklet; Bangle
Ezria		Unisex	Help
Farwa		Girl	Crown; Wealth
Fate-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-Complete-Guide		Girl	One of the great destiny
Feliciana		Girl	A fortunate lady
Floriana		Girl	Flower
Gaela		Girl	Fair; White; Blessed; Stranger; Father's joy
Galit		Girl	Wave
Gea-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Popularity		Girl	Earth; Pearl; Spear of strength
Genesee		Girl	A beautiful, open valley; Pleasant valley
Genna		Girl	Yahweh is gracious; God is gracious
Ghita		Girl	World; Earth; Exalted; Pearl
Gita		Girl	Song; Divine melody; A sacred Hindu text
Graciana		Girl	Gratitude; Blessing; Favor; Elegance
Greisy		Girl	Graceful
Gricelda		Girl	Gray battle
Gwenneth		Girl	Happiness
Gwynne		Unisex	Blessed; Fair; White
Hamida:-Origin,-Meaning,-Pronunciation,-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Praiseworthy
Hamsika-Name-Meaning,-Origin-&-History:-Complete-Guide		Girl	Beautiful swan
Hanabi-Name-Meaning-And-Origins:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Unisex	Fireworks
Haniah-Name:-Pronunciation,-Popularity-And-Variations		Girl	Pleasant; Happy; Delighted
Hasana		Girl	Elegant; Good; Cheerful; Beautiful; Pretty; Fair
Hawwa-Name-Meaning:-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Origin-&-Popularity		Girl	To breathe; To live
Hayami		Unisex	Rare beauty
Hayli		Girl	Hay clearing; Hay meadow
Hazle		Girl	Name of tree; Light brown color
Helaena-Baby-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning-&-Popularity		Girl	Torch; Corposant; Moon
Hephzibah		Girl	My delight is in her
Hermelinda		Girl	Linden tree; Gentle warrior; Soft; Tender
Himani		Girl	Glacier; Avalanche; Collection of snow
Hortencia		Girl	Garden; Gardener
Iesha-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Popularity:-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Life; Alive; Living
Ifeoma-Name-Complete-Guide:-Pronunciation,-Meaning-&-Popularity		Girl	Beautiful one; Good thing
Ifra		Unisex	Prestige; Elevation; Sublime
Ifunanya		Girl	Love
Ilerioluwa		Girl	The promise of God
Irais		Unisex	Warrior; Hero; Period of time; To be chosen
Ishara-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-Pronunciation-&-Trends		Unisex	Treaty; Binding promise; Evening star; Goddess Ishtar.
Ivianna		Girl	God is gracious
Izelle		Unisex	Modest
Izzi		Unisex	Honor; Strength; God is my oath
Jadah		Unisex	Stone of the flank
Jahaira		Girl	Jewel
Jahniya		Girl	God is gracious
Jakia		Unisex	Pure; Beautiful
Janah		Girl	Garden; Paradise; Heaven; God is gracious
Janaki		Girl	Daughter of Janaka; Goddess Sita
Janaye		Girl	God is gracious
Janett		Girl	God's gift
Janielle		Girl	God is gracious
Jawhara		Girl	A jewel; Gem
Jenan		Unisex	Garden; Paradise
Jeraldine		Girl	Form of Geraldine
Jessabelle-Name-Guide:-Pronunciation,-Popularity-&-Insights		Girl	To exalt; To dwell; To behold; My God is an oath
Jettie		Unisex	Home ruler; Farmer or earthworker; Jet aircraft; Jet-black
Jolin		Unisex	Yahweh is gracious; He will add
Josanna-Baby-Name:-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Popularity-Guide		Girl	Jehovah increases
Josee		Girl	God will add
Josiana		Girl	God will add
Josianne		Girl	God increases; God will add
Josina		Girl	God will give
Josseline		Girl	A member of the Gauts tribe
Joyelle		Girl	Rejoice
Joylyn-Name-Meaning:-A-Complete-Guide-To-Its-Origin-And-History		Girl	Joyful one
Judie		Girl	Praised; Woman from Judea
Juliya		Girl	Youthful; Downy-bearded
Juwayriya		Unisex	Young woman; To run; To flow
Juwayriyah-Baby-Name:-Meaning,-Popularity-&-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Young woman; Wife of the Prophet
Kaavia		Unisex	Epic; Poetic

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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