Top girl Names For 2024
Names carrying wisdom of the past and promise of the future.
Previously, names with deep meanings or religious significance were common for naming children. But the popular girl names of 2024 show a trend wherein parents may still hold onto classic favorites while also considering cool contemporary options. Parents are not strict about opting only for a traditional baby name. They are now looking at meaningful names with a modern sound.
Names such as Olivia (olive tree), Emma (universal), and Charlotte (free person) continue to be at the top of the list as these vintage names have positive connotations and are also associated with several notable personalities. These names also hold a sense of familiarity, making them an appealing choice. Even though these names are most favored, unconventional options such as Luna (moon) and Aurora (dawn) are also making their way into the hearts of parents. Cute names like Mia (mine) and Ava (guarantee) have also managed to capture the hearts of many with their simplicity and elegance. If you’re searching for the ideal name for your little princess, check out this list of the most popular girl names compiled by the SSA (1). You might discover a name that surpasses your initial ideas.
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Name | Gender | Meaning | |
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| Girl | Peace; Olive tree | |
| Girl | Whole; Universal | |
| Girl | Free person; Petite | |
| Girl | Hard working; Industrious | |
| Girl | She who possesses great knowledge and wisdom | |
| Girl | Mine; Dear; Darling; Wished-for child; Sea of bitterness; Beloved; Rebelliousness | |
| Girl | God is my oath | |
| Girl | Desire; Life; Bird-like; Voice; Sound | |
| Girl | Moon | |
| Girl | Wisdom | |
| Girl | Religious attendant; Priest's helper | |
| Girl | The other Aenor; Shining light; Riches; Fame | |
| Girl | My God is an oath | |
| Girl | Purple; Purple flower | |
| Girl | The color scarlet; Bright red; A person who sold or made clothes made of scarlet | |
| Girl | To strive; To excel; Hardworking; Rival | |
| Girl | The hazel tree | |
| Girl | Name of a flower; Purity; Innocence | |
| Girl | God is gracious | |
| Girl | Dawn | |
| Girl | Weaver; Duck | |
| Girl | Song; Air; Melody | |
| Girl | Light; Bright; Honor; Dignity; Victorious | |
| Girl | Fresh blooming; Ripe green shoot; Yellow | |
| Girl | God is my light; My God is an oath; Torch | |
| Girl | Gracious; Dear; Soldier; Miracles | |
| Girl | Night; Dark | |
| Girl | My father is joy; Cause of joy | |
| Girl | Beautiful; Goddess; Other | |
| Girl | Island | |
| Girl | God has given the answer; Sun | |
| Girl | Life | |
| Girl | Climber plant; Fig | |
| Girl | Goodness; Generosity | |
| Girl | Light | |
| Girl | Willow tree; Freedom | |
| Girl | Rival; Laborious; Eager | |
| Girl | Victory; Roman goddess of victory | |
| Unisex | Star; Pillar | |
| Girl | Torch; Shining light | |
| Girl | Grace; Favor; God has favored me | |
| Girl | Strong; Vigourous; Healthy | |
| Girl | Illusion; Magic; Sea of bitterness; Beloved; Good mother; Dame | |
| Girl | Eternal Life; Life; To breathe; Alive; To live | |
| Girl | Delicate | |
| Girl | Weary; Tired; Cow | |
| Girl | Torch; Bright light | |
| Girl | My god is an oath; Lily flower; Purity | |
| Girl | Of Magdala; Tower | |
| Girl | Princess; Noblewoman | |
| Girl | She who is wise | |
| Boy | A messenger | |
| Girl | Birthday; Birthday of the God; Christmas; Festival of the nativity | |
| Girl | God shall grow; Jehovah increases | |
| Girl | Noble; Kind; Nobility | |
| Girl | A precious red jewel; Red gemstone | |
| Girl | Clear; Bright; Famous | |
| Girl | Boar meadow; Boar clearing | |
| Girl | Noble; Kind; Nobility | |
| Girl | One who rules or intoxicates | |
| Girl | Noble strength | |
| Girl | Name of the season Autumn; Fall | |
| Girl | Of Athens; Wise; Goddess of war and wisdom | |
| Girl | Healthy; Wide; Whole; Sun; Famous warrior | |
| Girl | Man; Independent woman | |
| Girl | Ascending; Highborn; Exalted; Sublime; Lofty | |
| Girl | Lily; Purity; Innocence | |
| Unisex | God is my strength | |
| Girl | Meadow of hay; Hay clearing | |
| Girl | Princess; Noblewoman | |
| Unisex | Open grassy plain | |
| Girl | Maiden; Girl; Daughter | |
| Girl | Of Magdala; High Tower | |
| Girl | Christmas day; Born on Christmas day; Of or concerning birth | |
| Girl | Most holy; Golden life; Noble; Aryan | |
| Girl | Woman from Lydia | |
| Girl | Night; Night beauty; Delicate; Sport; Drama; From the island | |
| Girl | Bright; Clear | |
| Girl | Of noble birth; Nobility | |
| Girl | Gentle strength; Brave | |
| Girl | Melody; Song | |
| Girl | Oak tree; Halo; With the moon | |
| Unisex | Tranquility; Calmness | |
| Girl | Beautiful; God is my oath | |
| Girl | God will give; God is gracious | |
| Girl | Light | |
| Girl | Daisy flower; Day eye | |
| Girl | Ewe; Beam of light; Counsel; Protection; Lake | |
| Girl | To breathe; To live; Mother of life; Full of life | |
| Girl | Name of God; Flower | |
| Girl | My God has answered; Sun; Light of favor | |
| Girl | My God is an oath; Pledged to God; Joyful | |
| Girl | Heaven | |
| Girl | Joyful; Happy; Lofty | |
| Girl | Downy-bearded; Youthful; Descended from Jove or Jupiter; Supreme God; God's peace for the weary | |
| Girl | Rose; Flower; Famous type | |
| Girl | Farmer; Land worker | |
| Girl | Noble; Of a noble kind | |
| Girl | Black; Dark; Dark-skinned | |
| Girl | Princess; Treetop; Commander |
The most popular girl names of 2024 are examples of the ever-changing preferences of parents. The most popular names have been in demand for years. However, parents have also been looking for new and fresh options to keep up with contemporary trends. As you search for the perfect name for your daughter, ensure you pick the one she will be proud to own throughout her life. Do not choose a name only because it is trendy. Choose a name only when it reflects your family values and represents the qualities you would like your daughter to imbibe.
Infographic: Top Foreign-Origin Baby Girl Names Of 2024
As our cultures meet and mingle, we become more aware of the different traditions and try to adopt certain good aspects of the other cultures. Foreign baby names are one thing that parents have happily embraced over the years. Foreign names have deep meanings and a connection to their respective heritage, making them distinctive. The infographic below consists of the most popular girl names of foreign origin. Have a look to see if you find a unique baby name for your little one.
References
- Popular Names in 2023.
https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/
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