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
Barbara		Girl	Stranger; Foreigner
Princess-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-History-&-Complete-Guide		Girl	Daughter of the monarch; Royal daughter
Lakelynn		Unisex	An inland body of water
Sarahi		Girl	Princess
Belle-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Complete-Guide		Girl	Beautiful; God is my oath
Inaya-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Origin,-Popularity-&-Variations		Girl	Concern; Care
Keily		Girl	Slender; Graceful
India-Name-Meaning:-Guide-To-Origin,-Pronunciation-&-Popularity		Girl	Country originating in river Indus; Body of trembling water, river
Nyra		Girl	Wetland; Ionian; Plowed field
Ryann		Girl	Little queen
Elisabeth		Girl	My God is an oath; God's promise
Saanvi		Girl	Follower of Goddess Lakshmi; Peak; Ridge
Winona		Girl	First-born daughter
Xyla		Unisex	Wood; The Cross
Emmeline-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Work
Lakelyn		Girl	Beautiful lake; An inland body of water
Paola		Girl	Small; Humble
Aadhya		Girl	Original power; First creator; Unequaled; Perfect; Epithet for Goddess Durga
Maisy		Girl	Pearl
Kamilah		Girl	Flawlessness; Perfection
Ainhoa		Girl	Town of Virgin Mary
Maleah		Girl	A wished for child
Nancy-Name-Meaning-And-History:-Essential-Guide		Girl	Grace; Favor; Beautiful; Chaste
Elsa:-A-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Popularity		Girl	God is my oath
Cielo		Girl	Sky; Heaven
Emiliana		Girl	Rival; Excel
Luella-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-Origin-And-Popularity		Girl	Famous warrior
Tallulah		Girl	Leaping water; Town by the river; Rock
Jazlynn		Girl	Fragrant jasmine flower; Forest of olive trees
Maurice		Boy	Moorish
Kahlani		Unisex	Sea; Sky
Kynlee-Name-Meaning,-History,-And-Popularity:-A-Complete-Guide		Girl	White warrior
Madalyn-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-Key-Insights-Into-Variations		Girl	Tower; Of Magdala
Kaisley		Girl	Vigilant; Brave; Pure
Lilia		Girl	Lily; Purity; White
Nataly		Girl	Christmas day; Birth of the lord
Raquel		Girl	Female sheep; Ewe
Haylee		Girl	Hay clearing
Clare		Girl	Bright; Clear; Level surface
Maylee		Girl	The month of May
Ruthie		Girl	Friend; Companion
Kailey		Girl	Keeper of the keys; Rare beauty; Social celebration; Slender
Leylani		Unisex	Heavenly flowers; Royal child
Etta		Girl	Home ruler
Ellen-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-History,-Popularity-&-Variants		Girl	Torch; Corposant
Essence		Girl	Scent; Odour
Shai		Boy	Gift
Paisleigh		Girl	Church
Dana		Girl	God is my judge; God given; Wise; Pearl; Brave; Wise; Arbiter; Valley of meadow
Tori-Name-Meaning:-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Origin-&-Variations		Girl	Victory
Libby		Girl	Oath of God
Crystal		Unisex	Crystal; Ice
Eleanora-Name-Meaning-&-Origin:-Complete-Guide		Girl	The other Aenor; Shining light
Tilly		Girl	Strength in battle
Xena		Girl	Hospitality; Foreigner; Guest
Emani		Unisex	Faith; Firm conviction in unseen
Reya		Girl	Graceful; Queen; To flow
Viola		Unisex	Violet; A flowering plant
Layan		Girl	Soft; Delicate; Gentle; Prosperous; Resthouse
Loyalty		Girl	Loyal; Legal
Nathalie		Girl	Christmas day; Born on Christmas day
Seraphina		Girl	Burning ones; Fiery ones; An order of angels, each with six wings
Aura		Girl	Breeze; Soft wind; Golden
Ayra-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Unisex	Respectable; Intelligence; Happiness; Honorable; Awe-inspiring; Vision-filled
Clarissa		Girl	Bright; Clear
Jaylee-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Blue jay meadow
Kimora		Girl	Tree; Wood; Town; Village; Golden meadow; From the meadow
Ayah-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Complete-Guide		Girl	A sign of miracle; God's existence and greatness; The verses of Quran
Kiera		Girl	Little dark one; Dark-headed; Dusky; Black
Lyanna		Girl	Symbol of strength
Cordelia		Girl	Jewel of the sea; Heart of a lion
Soraya		Girl	Rich; Princess; The Pleiades; Star cluster
Ailany		Unisex	Chief
Giavanna		Girl	God is gracious
Mazikeen-Baby-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Origin-And-Popularity		Unisex	Damagers; Harmful spirits
Rubi		Girl	Ruby; Red stone; Lapis lazuli
Tara		Girl	Elevated place; Star; Hill
Giulia		Girl	Youthful; Downy-bearded
Mazie-Name-Meaning,-Origin-And-History:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Pearl; Lady; Mistress; Beloved; Sea of bitterness
Dania		Girl	God is my judge; Near
Amyra		Girl	Princess; Commander; Ruler
Celina		Girl	Heavenly
Amethyst-Name-Meaning-And-History:-Comprehensive-Guide		Unisex	Not intoxicated or drunk; Name of a gemstone
Maelynn		Girl	Princess; Chief; Month of May
Violette		Girl	Violet; Purple flower
Ayana		Girl	Beautiful flower; Color; Design; Spring water; Delicate
Corinne		Girl	Beautiful maiden; Greek goddess of the underworld
Lizbeth		Girl	My God is an oath
Aniya		Girl	God is gracious; God has shown meaning
Arisbeth		Unisex	My God is an oath
Elouise		Girl	Healthy; Wide; Whole; Sun
Emmaline-Baby-Name:-Origin,-Meaning,-Variations-&-Popularity		Girl	Work; Unceasing; Vigorous; Brave
Kacey		Boy	Vigilant; Watchful
Addyson-Name-Meaning:-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Origin-&-History		Girl	Son of Adam
Everley		Girl	Boar meadow; Boar clearing
Sandra		Girl	Defender of the people; Protector of humanity
Ivana		Girl	Yahweh is gracious
Jillian		Girl	Youthful; Sky father; Downy-bearded
Miah		Girl	Dame; Good mother; Mine; Beloved; Wished-for child; Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness
Aminah-Name-Meaning,-Origin-And-Popularity-Guide		Girl	Honesty; Trustworthy; Truthful

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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