What are some traditional baby girl names that have stood the test of time?

There are many traditional and classic girl names that are popular all over the world. They include Alice (noble), Amelia (hardworking), Abigail (my father is joy), Gwyneth (happiness), Edith (wealth), and Sussanah (lily).

How do I make sure the baby girl name I choose is easy to pronounce and spell?

Names that are easy to spell are also easy to pronounce. These consist of a few syllables that are very short. You can choose from some common options like Mia (friendly), Ella (beautiful), Emily (eager or laborious), Grace (goodness), Jess (God exists), Lucy (light), Jen (fair one), and Molly (star of the sea).

What are some baby girl names that work well in multiple languages/cultures?

There are many international girl names that have been popular for many decades. These multilingual names usually have Hebrew, Latin, or English origins. Some good examples are Dana (the most beautiful pearl), Cassidy (clever or curly-haired), Chloe (young green shoot), Demi (earth mother), and Diana (divine).

Should I consider the popularity of a baby girl’s name when choosing one for my child?

It would be best to start your baby name search by looking at the popularity of different names. This will be helpful if you desire a trendy name for your child. However, avoid overly popular names as they lack individuality and impact. Your child may prefer an easy-to-pronounce yet unique name when they grow up.

What are some rare girl names?

Rare names allow your child to stand out as they cannot be mistaken for popular and overused names. Very few parents have taken such names over the decades. You can choose from Zendaya (to give thanks), Chantria (moonlight), Yamileth (beautiful), Saanvi (one who will be followed), and Monserrat (jagged mountain).

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99 Unique Girl Names Starting With Q

A quick-wit attitude, majestic queen vibe, and admirable quality all rolled into one list.

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Last Updated on Aug 4, 2024

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One of the most fun and sometimes frustrating parts of being a parent is choosing a baby name. While some decide on the name long before the baby has graced the world, others wait for the baby to arrive. A common practice in choosing a name is shortlisting the alphabet and checking out all the names starting with the same letter. In this process, the letter Q is unfortunately overlooked, probably because the names starting with this letter are a bit outlandish and unique. But your daughter is a princess, and she definitely deserves a name that makes her special and distinctive, like a queen. So we think, the letter q will make a perfect naming option for your baby girl.

The letter Q projects persistence, calmness, and self-reliance. Girls with this initial have tremendous confidence, which propels them to success. With Q leading your child’s name, she is also likely to be a leader than a follower. And she may even take an interest in the unusual side of life, which will enhance her mental prowess.

Below is MomJunction's list of popular baby girl names starting with the letter Q. Believe us, there are more options than you can even think. Just click on the name to get complete information such as the origin, religion, and of course, meaning of each moniker.

Name	Gender	Meaning
Queen	Girl	Woman; Wife; Female head of a royal family
Quinley	Girl	Faithful to pledges; Chief; Reason; Wisdom
Quetzalli	Girl	Precious thing; A feather
Quinlee	Girl	Woman of wisdom
Quinnlyn	Unisex	Handsome form; Descendant of Caoindealbhán
Quorra	Unisex	Heart
Quetzali	Girl	Precious thing; A feather
Queenie	Girl	Woman; Wife; Royal lady
Quynn	Unisex	Head; Chief; Sense; Reason
Quinlynn	Unisex	Handsome image

Qiana	Girl	Silk; Soft; Singers
Quenna	Girl	Queen
Qadriyyah	Girl	A woman of great strength and power
Queena	Girl	Woman; Wife
Quintella	Girl	Female derivative of Quintus; Fifth
Quintara	Girl	Born in the fifth month
Quineisha	Girl	Alive and well
Qadira	Girl	Capable; Powerful; Mighty; Adept
Quiana	Girl	Silky; To celebrate
Qetsiyah	Girl	Cassia; Cinnamon

Quynh	Girl	Deep red
Quanita	Girl	Obedient
Qirat	Girl	Beautiful recitation; Recitation from the Quran
Quianna	Girl	Silk-like
Querida	Girl	Beloved; Darling
Quintessa	Unisex	Fifth essence; The perfect example
Quintina	Girl	Fifth
Quinna	Girl	Wisdom; Reason; Chief; Descendant of Conn
Quora	Unisex	Maiden; Heart
Qiara	Unisex	Black; Clear; Bright; Famous

Qabihah	Girl	A woman who is a delight to eyes
Qabila	Girl	A woman who is smart and able
Qadr	Girl	One with faith and a destiny
Qadriyah	Girl	A woman that is extremely capable and has great power
Qahira	Girl	Overpowering; Victorious
Qaifa	Girl	The one who estimates things
Qaima	Girl	A woman who is a bestower
Qamarjahan	Girl	The Moon of the world
Qamarunnisa	Girl	Moon of the Women
Qameer	Girl	Wife of Masrooq Bin Al-ajda

Qanaat	Girl	One who has patience
Qantara	Girl	A small bridge
Qaribah	Girl	Name of a woman scholar, Umm al-Buhlul, of Banu Asad
Qarsafah	Girl	Name of a narrator of Hadith, known as Qarsafah al-Zahliyah
Qaseema	Girl	A beautiful woman
Qasiba	Girl	She who plays the flute
Qasida	Girl	One who carries the message
Qasima	Girl	A distributor; Divider
Qaval	Girl	Darling; Delightful to the eye
Qayanath	Girl	Universal

Qi	Girl	Energy; Force of life
Qimat	Girl	One who is valuable
Qindeel	Girl	Light
Qinyang	Girl	Light; To celebrate
Qitarah	Girl	Having a nice fragrance
Qiyyama	Girl	Stand for Allah
Quadriyyah	Girl	A strong woman
Quannah	Boy	Fragrant; Sweet-smelling
Quartilla	Girl	She who is born fourth
Quayliah	Girl	American created name

Quddusiyah	Girl	One who is sacred; Pious
Qudsiyah	Girl	The glorious; Sacred one
Qudwa	Girl	Ideal; Exemplar
Quelina	Girl	French female name
Quella	Girl	One like a queen
Quelle	Girl	Variation of Quella; To kill
Quena	Girl	A female monarch
Quenburga	Girl	Essence
Quenby	Girl	Woman's estate
Quendreda	Girl	English female name

Queneua	Girl	A born leader and an organizer; one who concentrates
Quenie	Girl	A wife or a queen
Quenild	Girl	Essence
Quenilda	Girl	Woman in battle
Quenilla	Girl	Fifth-born daughter
Queniua	Girl	Essence; Supstance
Quenyeve	Girl	Soul; Essence
Quenylda	Girl	An English female name
Querube	Girl	From Querubin which is a name given to angels in Spanish
Questa	Girl	One who seeks

Quetzalxochitl	Girl	A precious flower; Queen
Quineta	Girl	One who rules over majority
Quinnie	Girl	Son of Conn
Quintanna	Girl	The fifth girl
Quintarah	Girl	Fifth born daughter
Quintesa	Girl	Latin name meaning essence
Quirita	Girl	Citizen
Quiteria	Girl	Fifth
Qurratulain	Girl	A delight to the eyes; Joy; Pleasure
Qurratulayn	Girl	A sweetheart; Delight

Qurrtul-ain	Girl	Cooling or delight of the eye
Qusar	Girl	A meteor
Qabita	Girl	An ancient Egyptian woman
Qailah	Girl	Sahabiyyah
Qamra	Girl	A Lebanese term for the moon
Qudrah	Girl	Power; Ability; Capacity of a woman
Qiraat	Girl	Recitation of the Quran
Qacha	Girl	Flank
Quratulain	Girl	Solace or coolness of the eyes

Q is the letter that is rarely chosen for names. Having said so, girl names that start with the letter Q have a musical tone. The elegant names such as Qira, Queency, and Quenyeve have a flair that makes them stand out. The above list of names has all kinds of choices in store for you, from short and adorable to long and charming. You may discuss with your partner and choose the name that would be perfect for your baby girl.

Infographic: Stylish Names Starting With Q For Your Little Girl

The letter Q is unique in the domain of baby names, for it is less commonly used for naming a baby. However, this makes the bearer of the name distinctive, and people are more likely to remember their name. So if you are considering something special for your little princess, then names with the letter Q can be the right choice. The following infographic presents the choicest baby girl names starting with the letter Q.

quaint baby girl names that start with the letter q (infographic)

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is Quinn a boy and girl name?

Yes, Quinn is a unisex name derived from the Old Irish name ‘Conn’ meaning ‘head’ or ‘chief.’ In the US, the name Quinn was popular as a male name until 2010. When the female character Quinn Fabray became popular with the television series Glee, this name became popular as a feminine name too.

2. What are some nature-inspired baby girl names that start with the letter Q?

The Arabic name Qamar means ‘moon.’ The English name Quill refers to a ‘pen made from a feather.’ The African-American name Qiana refers to a silk-like material.

3. What are some traditional baby girl names that start with the letter Q?

Queenie, Quinlan, and Quirina are some traditional names that have been in use for centuries.

4. What are some famous fictional characters with baby girl names that start with the letter Q?

In J.K. Rowling's ‘Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them’ series, the character of Queenie Goldstein, is a witch who can read minds. In the Disney film, ‘Tron: Legacy’ the character Quorra is a skilled warrior and the last surviving member of a group known as ISOs in a digital world.

5. Are there any famous athletes with baby girl names that start with the letter Q?

Chinese swimmer Qi Hui is known for holding the world record in the women's 200 breaststroke from 2001 to 2004.

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