47 Popular Australian Girl Names With Meanings

Graceful wonders from down under; these names from Oz will leave you in awe!

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Australia is a land that has borne witness to numerous important historical events that have molded the culture and traditions of the land. Such events have evidently influenced Australian girl names. Australia, also known as the Land Down Under due to its position in the southern hemisphere, is a land of great uniqueness and diversity. As an Island continent, it is separated from the mainland by thousands of kilometers of ocean; the flora, fauna, and people of the land thrived and developed in diverse manners. Additionally, Australia’s indigenous inhabitants are the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people (1). They possessed unique dialects and naming traditions long before being colonized. The first colonization of Australia by European settlers was done in the 1700s by a British Royal Navy captain who formed a penal colony (2). The colonization of this land led to an amalgamation of cultures, traditions, and languages and, in doing so, altered the naming system as well. Australian names adopted today are a prime example of this island nation’s rich and diverse culture. Following the initial colonization of Australia by the British, as the years flew by and the world slowly became a global village, numerous people from all around the world migrated to Austria in search of a new and prosperous life. This further thickened the melting pot of cultures that we know today as Australia. Australian girl names that are adopted in today’s day and age have origins that span the globe. Some of the names that are adorned by the young bright-eyed little cherubs include names such as Amelia, meaning ‘One who is industrious,’ Ella, meaning ‘One who is a beautiful fairy,’ and Laniyah meaning ‘A light that is found within.’ Read through the extensive list of Australian girl names that we have compiled so that you can find something suitable for your dear little one.

Name	Gender	Meaning
Skylee	Unisex	Cloud; Scholar; Boomerang; Narrows
Arika	Girl	Gold; Blue water lily; Brave; Ruler of all
Cylie	Unisex	Boomerang
Alira	Girl	A daughter; Clear quartz crystal; Niece
Kileigh	Girl	Boomerang
Mayley	Unisex	Gracious; Dear
Jonda	Girl	Joyful, sincere, trustworthy
Nerida	Girl	Sea nymph; Water lily
Teleah	Unisex	Dew of God; Near water
Juliza	Girl	A name with strong spirit

Jomana	Girl	Noble; Musical; Decisive; Old fashioned
Jonette	Girl	Happiness, elegance, natural
Jandi	Girl	A precious flower; Spirit of pink; Flag; Come on
Nansy	Girl	God has forgiven me
Jinelle	Girl	Introverted and sensitive; Hardworking, calm, and family-oriented
Jonnelle	Girl	Rejoicing; Ambitious, enchanting
Maali	Girl	Black swan
Joyanne	Girl	Happiness, jubilation, rejoice; Born elegant and natural
Gelisa	Girl	Girl with yellow color or golden colored hair
Jannali	Unisex	The place of the moon

Alirah	Girl	Clear quartz crystal; Lily; Cheerful; Niece
Allirea	Girl	Quartz
Celyse	Girl	A heavenly, dim- lighted person
Centaine	Girl	An admirable, individual, assertive, and kind lover
Cra	Girl	Absolute and pure; Elegance; Decency
Daryllyn	Girl	Beautiful one
Daynan	Girl	Kind hearted being; A variant of Dana
Elsea	Girl	One who is devoted to God; One who is pledged to God
Geneth	Girl	Person who is very close to God
Hba	Girl	The glowing one; Radiant one

Jedda	Unisex	Little wild goose; Wren
Jondi	Girl	Loyal, efficient, noble
Jondy	Girl	Dazzling, ambitious
Jonila	Girl	Rejoicing; Career-prominent, joy-bringers
Juley	Girl	Youthful; Feminine variant of Julius; True friendship
Julja	Girl	A name with strong spirit
Kielle	Girl	Boomerang; Narrow; Channel; Bold; To the language
Leueua	Girl	Volcanic matter; Lava
Leueue	Girl	Magma; Lava
Leuieua	Girl	Volcano; Lava

Marretje	Girl	A wished-for daughter
Merindah	Girl	The person with emotional admiration
Nathra	Girl	Brief or incomplete view
Neroli	Girl	Strong; Brave
Olja	Girl	Sacred, Sanctified; Consecrated; Hallowed
Raleine	Girl	Modern combination name
Inala	Unisex	Rest time; Place of peace

Australian girl names are so diverse that they are symbolic of the culture of the land that has had numerous external influences. Australia is a land of innovation and a land where people from all over the globe have settled and now live in harmony. The naming traditions and names bestowed upon the young mirror this melodious harmony that the people live in. We hope this extensive list of names proves helpful in your name hunt and provides numerous potential names that you can save for future reference.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Which Australian name means princess?

The name Affy is believed to be an Australian name that means princess. Sarah, which means ‘lady,’ ‘princess,’ or ‘noblewoman,’ is also used in Australia.

2. What are some vintage Australian feminine names?

Some Australian feminine names that are vintage and classic are Pauline, meaning ‘small’ or ‘humble.’ and Helen, meaning ‘torch.’ Anne, meaning ‘favor’ or ‘grace,’ is also a classic Australian name, along with Margaret meaning ‘pearl.’ These names have a vintage charm and are still occasionally used today.

3. How has the increasing popularity of unique and unusual baby names affected Australian baby girl names?

Parents today are more inclined to choose uncommon names to set their children apart from the crowd. This has led to an expansion of naming options and a greater diversity in Australian baby girl names, with parents opting for names that are distinctive and not commonly heard. Some examples include Tanami, the name of a desert in Northern Australia; Allirah, meaning ‘iris flower’ or ‘lily,’ and Amynta, meaning ‘defender.’

Infographic: Authentic Australian Baby Girl Names With Meanings

Australia is predominantly a confluence of Aboriginal and English cultures. However, thanks to globalization, the continent is land to various cultures across the globe. The infographic below presents baby girl names from Australia with their meanings. So, go through the interesting list and choose your best-loved title for your dearest daughter.

attractive australian names for your little princess (infographic)

References

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Profile of Indigenous Australians.
https://www.aihw.gov.au/reports/australias-welfare/profile-of-indigenous-australians
Colonial period, 1788–1901.
https://www.awm.gov.au/articles/atwar/colonial

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