Top 25 Most Popular Girl Names

Last Updated on 06/07/2024 by Nell Marie

Whether you want to avoid using popular girl names, are just curious about what’s popular, or are looking for a trending name for your baby, this list will serve you well!

In today’s article, we will discuss the top 25 popular girl names in the States according to the Social Security Administration.

As a bonus, you’ll also discover 25 uncommon girl names.

I named my oldest a common name, my middle a less common name, and my youngest has a quite uncommon name. It runs the gambit and they’ve all settled into their names.

So whether you choose rare, unique, uncommon, popular, or trendy, the choice is yours and your child will likely settle right into their names quite well.

So, let’s get to it!

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Popular names are often well-accepted in society, making it easier for the child to fit in and be recognized.

Names that are familiar are less likely to be mispronounced or misspelled, reducing potential frustrations for both the child and others.

Having said that, unique and uncommon are wonderful options as well.

Below are the top 25 most popular names as of 2023 (the latest year SSA has a record).

25 Popular Girl Names

·  Olivia:

• Origin: Latin
• Meaning: Derived from the Latin word “oliva,” meaning “olive tree.”

·  Emma:

• Origin: Germanic
• Meaning: Derived from the Germanic word “ermen,” meaning “universal” or “whole.”

·  Charlotte:

• Origin: French, diminutive of Charles
• Meaning: “Free man” or “petite.”

·  Amelia:

• Origin: Germanic
• Meaning: Derived from “amal,” meaning “work” or “industrious.”

·  Sophia:

• Origin: Greek
• Meaning: “Wisdom.”

·  Mia:

• Origin: Scandinavian, diminutive of Maria
• Meaning: “Mine” or “beloved.”

·  Isabella:

• Origin: Hebrew, via Spanish and Italian
• Meaning: “Pledged to God,” variant of Elizabeth.

·  Ava:

• Origin: Germanic or Latin
• Meaning: Possibly means “life” or “bird.”

·  Evelyn:

• Origin: English, originally a surname
• Meaning: Derived from the Norman French name “Aveline,” meaning “desired” or “wished for child.”

·  Luna:

• Origin: Latin
• Meaning: “Moon.”

·  Harper:

• Origin: English
• Meaning: Originally an occupational name for a harp player.

·  Sofia:

• Origin: Greek
• Meaning: “Wisdom,” alternate spelling of Sophia.

·  Camila:

• Origin: Latin
• Meaning: Derived from “Camillus,” meaning “attendant at a religious ceremony” or “young ceremonial attendant.”

·  Eleanor:

• Origin: Greek, via Old French
• Meaning: Possibly means “light” or “bright.”

·  Elizabeth:

• Origin: Hebrew
• Meaning: “Pledged to God.”

·  Violet:

• Origin: Latin
• Meaning: Derived from the Latin word “viola,” meaning “purple” or “violet (flower).”

·  Scarlett:

• Origin: English
• Meaning: Derived from an occupational surname for a person who sold scarlet cloth, hence “red.”

·  Emily:

• Origin: Latin
• Meaning: Derived from the Roman family name “Aemilius,” meaning “rival” or “industrious.”

·  Hazel:

• Origin: English
• Meaning: Named after the hazel tree, symbolizing wisdom and protection.

·  Lily:

• Origin: English
• Meaning: Named after the flower, symbolizing purity and innocence.

·  Gianna:

• Origin: Italian, diminutive of Giovanna
• Meaning: “God is gracious.”

·  Aurora:

• Origin: Latin
• Meaning: “Dawn,” also the name of the Roman goddess of the dawn.

·  Penelope:

• Origin: Greek
• Meaning: Possibly means “weaver” or “duck,” associated with the wife of Odysseus in Greek mythology.

·  Aria:

• Origin: Hebrew and Italian
• Meaning: In Hebrew, “lioness,” and in Italian, “air” or “melody.”

·  Nora:

• Origin: Irish, diminutive of Honora or Eleanor
• Meaning: “Honor” or “light.”

25 Uncommon Girl Names

The names below are the last 25 out of the 1,000 most popular baby names that the SSA has a record of, which leads them to be the most uncommon, least used, out of the list.

·  Kahlani:

• Origin: Hawaiian
• Meaning: “Sea and sky.”

·  Nyra:

• Origin: Indian
• Meaning: “Beauty of Goddess Saraswati.”

·  Quincy:

• Origin: Latin
• Meaning: “Fifth,” often given to the fifth-born child.

·  Soleil:

• Origin: French
• Meaning: “Sun.”

·  Allyson:

• Origin: English
• Meaning: Variant of “Allison,” which means “noble” or “of noble birth.”

·  Whitney:

• Origin: English
• Meaning: “From the white island.”

·  Laylah:

• Origin: Arabic
• Meaning: “Night.”

·  Violette:

• Origin: French
• Meaning: “Purple” or “violet (flower).”

·  Kairi:

• Origin: Japanese
• Meaning: “Ocean village” or “sea.”

·  Leanna:

• Origin: English
• Meaning: Combination of “Lee” (meadow) and “Anna” (grace), meaning “graceful meadow.”

·  Natasha:

• Origin: Russian
• Meaning: “Born on Christmas Day,” diminutive form of Natalia.

·  Ainhoa:

• Origin: Basque
• Meaning: Named after a town in the Basque region, associated with the Virgin Mary.

·  Alaiya:

• Origin: Variation of the Arabic name “Aaliyah”
• Meaning: “Exalted” or “sublime.”

·  Esperanza:

• Origin: Spanish
• Meaning: “Hope.”

·  Amyra:

• Origin: Arabic
• Meaning: “Princess” or “commander.”

·  Clare:

• Origin: Latin
• Meaning: “Clear” or “bright.”

·  Neriah:

• Origin: Hebrew
• Meaning: “Lamp of God.”

·  Araya:

• Origin: Hebrew
• Meaning: “Lioness of God.”

·  Aadhya:

• Origin: Sanskrit
• Meaning: “First” or “beginning.”

·  Elisabeth:

• Origin: Hebrew
• Meaning: “Pledged to God,” variant of Elizabeth.

·  Sariah:

• Origin: Hebrew
• Meaning: “Princess of the Lord.”

·  Shay:

• Origin: Hebrew and Gaelic
• Meaning: “Gift” (Hebrew) or “hawk” (Gaelic).

·  Angelique:

• Origin: French
• Meaning: “Like an angel.”

·  Ayah:

• Origin: Arabic
• Meaning: “Sign” or “miracle” (often used to refer to verses in the Quran).

·  Aylani:

• Origin: Hawaiian
• Meaning: “Chief” or “leader.”

Final Thoughts About Top Names

In a nutshell, today’s top trending girl names are a great mix of classic charm and modern flair.

Names like Olivia and Sophia have timeless appeal, carrying meanings of peace and wisdom.

Meanwhile, names such as Emma and Mia keep things simple and elegant.

We’re also seeing more unique choices like Kahlani and Ainhoa, which add a splash of global culture to the mix.

Each name tells its own story, reflecting different backgrounds and values.

Overall, these trends show that parents are finding the perfect balance between honoring tradition and embracing fresh, new ideas for their little ones.

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