118 Latvian Girl Names Reflecting Baltic Beauty

Explore the charisma of Latvia through our diverse collection of Latvian names.

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Every parent desires to give their little girl the most beautiful name intertwined with their cultural heritage. However, picking the most suitable name is not a cakewalk. Latvian baby girl names are versatile and have beautiful meanings. These names are inspired by their unique culture, landscapes, and other natural elements. Latvia has a long and rich history, and many parents prefer to give their daughters names that have been passed down through generations. Hence, you may choose these names to honor your Lavian roots or your love for the culture. These names encapsulate the essence of their culture and bring forth the spirit of this Baltic nation. The earliest Latvians had a single name (1). They were drawn from nature, animals, trees, birds, flowers, or other related elements. In the 13th century, the Northern Crusades reached the present-day regions of Estonia and Latvia. As a result, the names of the inhabitants of this region, called Livonia, are recorded with greater frequency. They also promoted Christianity in the region and brought baptism into the new belief with indigenous people being named after patron saints or guardian angels. Today, a Latvian name has two major components; the given name or vārds followed by the surname or uzvārds. During the Soviet occupation from 1940 to 1991, giving middle names was discouraged. But in the post-independence period, the Latvian law allowed using two names. Today, it has become common to give girls a middle name as well. Latvians also use diminutives to express affection and adoration when addressing children. For example, the popular girl name Jānis is called Jānīt. If you are excited about discovering the beautiful world of Latvian baby names, keep scrolling down. From traditional and classic names that stood the test of time to modern delights, there is something for every parent.

Name	Gender	Meaning
Nora	Girl	Light; Bright; Honor; Dignity; Victorious
Juliana	Girl	Downy-bearded; Devoted to Jove; Youthful; Juvenile
Paula	Girl	Small; Humble
Vayda	Unisex	High cliff; Snow-capped; Promise; Knowledge; Rule; Ruler
Evelina	Girl	Life; Breathe; Hazelnut
Kaira	Girl	Alluring; Delightful; Beloved; Dark
Karis	Girl	Grace; Love; Kindness
Aiza	Girl	Living; Rock; Stone; Golden moon; Visitor; Seat of love; Ravine
Aleksandra	Girl	Defender of mankind
Maira	Girl	Gleam; Shine; Sparkle

Arina	Girl	Peace; From Hadria; Gold; Radiant one
Astra	Girl	Star; Divine strength; Weapon
Krista	Girl	Christian; Follower of the Christ; Anointed
Aiva	Unisex	Yew tree; Army; Warrior; Quince
Vita	Girl	Life; Victory
Daila	Girl	Beauty
Aina	Girl	Always; The only one; Grace; Favor; Scene; Sight; Mirror; Difficult birth; Elegant love; Chaste
Ilona	Unisex	Light; Torch; Moon; Joy
Alise	Girl	Of the noble kind; Noble; Honorable
Dayna	Girl	Collection of the best and the most beautiful; He judged

Dace	Boy	God's gift
Nira	Girl	Plowed field; Near; Lightweight fabric; Golden eye; Grebe; Juice
Eleina	Unisex	Torch; Corposant; Moon
Eda	Girl	Well mannered; Fortunate battle; Noble; Rich friend; War
Inga	Girl	Ancestor; Ing is beautiful
Svetlana	Girl	Light; World
Zita	Girl	Little girl; Good luck; Fortune; Master; Lord; Saint; Hunter
Janina	Girl	God is Gracious
Samanta	Girl	Name of God; Flower
Larisa	Girl	Citadel; Joyful; A toponymic Greek name

Sofija	Girl	Wisdom
Daina	Girl	Song; Hymn
Jolanta	Girl	Violet flower
Kaija	Girl	Pure; Life
Jasmina	Girl	Jasmine flower
Nastashia	Girl	Variant of Anastasia; Resurrection
Elza	Girl	My God is an oath; My God is help
Emilija	Girl	A rival; Emulating
Maija	Girl	Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Beloved
Roze	Girl	Rose; Famous type

Tekla	Girl	Glory of God
Talena	Girl	The rock; From Magdala; Tower
Elita	Girl	Elite; Chosen; Selected
Gita	Girl	Song; Divine melody; A sacred Hindu text
Lilija	Girl	A flower
Inaara	Unisex	Illumination; Ray of light; Chaste; Lamb
Liandra	Unisex	Lion man; Lily flower; Manly; Masculine
Cera	Girl	Lady; Noblewoman; A fiery person; Black; To hope
Adrija	Girl	Daughter of the mountain; Epithet of Goddess Parvati; Woman from Hadria
Ieva	Girl	Life; Joyful; Creative; To breathe; To live

Ima	Unisex	Whole; Universal; Great; Miracle; To give; Favor bay; Love
Aija	Girl	Sway; Cradle; To rock; Goat
Rasa	Girl	Dew; Juice; Essence; Taste
Sanda	Girl	Defender of mankind; Moon
Ivonna	Girl	Yew
Kaiva	Unisex	Seagull
Lucija	Girl	Light; To shine; Glow
Viktorija	Girl	Croatian form of Victoria; Victory
Ruta	Girl	Friend
Santa	Girl	One who is a saint; Holy; Defending men

Brigita	Girl	The exalted one
Ilze	Girl	My God is an oath
Tatjana	Girl	Fairy queen
Una	Girl	One; Lamb; Foremost
Zuzanna	Girl	Lily; Rose; Lotus
Anete	Girl	Grace; Favor
Arija	Girl	Air; Melody; Lioness; Noble; Fast horse; Swift steed
Elga	Girl	Holy; Blessed
Raita	Girl	Goat willow; Stripe streak; Brisk
Riga	Girl	Loop; Threshing barn; King

Aka	Girl	Red; To move; To drive; Eye
Andra	Girl	Defender of people; Manly; Masculine
Darja	Girl	Possessing goodness
Laima	Girl	Luck; Beginning; Fate
Leaga	Girl	Latvian festival day
Liena	Girl	Torch; Moon; Shining light; Corposant
Lilita	Girl	Of the night
Olita	Girl	Blessed; Holy; Winged one
Edite	Girl	Battle of fortune; Wealthy battle; Joyous
Griva	Girl	Creek; Neck; Wisdom queen

Abolins	Girl	Clover
Agnese	Girl	Chaste; Lamb
Akvifolija	Girl	Holly plant
Anyuta	Girl	Grace; A graceful woman
Asenka	Girl	Graceful
Dagnija	Girl	Day
Dvesma	Girl	Whiffle
Dzintara	Girl	Amber
Elizabete	Girl	Latvian form of Elizabeth; My God is abundance; My God has sworn
Estere	Girl	Star

Gundega	Girl	Buttercup flower
Ingrida	Girl	A beautiful woman
Irusya	Girl	Peaceful
Jevgenija	Girl	Nobility
Lauma	Girl	Name of a forest spirit in Baltic mythology
Laumina	Girl	Pixie
Lazda	Girl	Hazel
Liege	Girl	Gentle and smooth
Liene	Girl	Maiden; Virgin
Rota	Girl	Flower

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Latvian baby girl names are excellent choices for all those looking for distinctive names for their children. These names are diverse and have rich historical roots. Moreover, traditional Latvian names are a great way to bring your girl closer to her roots if you have a Latvian background. People of other cultures can also experiment and select any one of these options that aligns with their values and beliefs. We hope you find a great name that catches your fancy.

Infographic: Lovely Latvian Names For Baby Girls

If you are searching for a beautiful and timeless title for your girl, look no further than Latvian names. They carry the essence of Latvian culture and will let your girl connect to her roots. An elegant and feminine Latvian name will be a thing of pride for your princess. Check out the best ones in this infographic.

exotic latvian names for your charming little girl (infographic)

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Which Latvian baby girl name has a meaning related to the sky or heavens?

Aelita is a charming Latvian name, which means 'starlight seen for the last time.' Russian author Aleksey Tolstoy created the name for his science fiction novel Aelita. Selina is another popular Latvian name for baby girls that is a variant of Celine and is believed to have been derived from the Latin word caelum, meaning 'sky' or 'heaven.'

2. Is Olga a Latvian name?

Olga is a feminine derived from the Russian form of the Old Norse name Helga. Besides being used in Latvian culture, Olga appears in several other cultures and languages, including Russian, Polish, Danish, German, Swedish, and Italian.

3. What are some Latvian baby girl names with religious or spiritual meanings?

Māra is a beautiful Latvian name possibly derived from Maria, forging a connection to the revered figure of the Virgin Mary. The Latvian mother goddess is also named Māra, further deepening this name's religious and spiritual ties. Zinta is another feminine name meaning 'witchcraft' or 'magic.' While the name is not explicitly religious, it holds spiritual connotations.

4. What are some Latvian baby girl names that have a meaning related to nature?

Latvian female names exquisitely draw inspiration from nature and natural phenomena. Some enchanting options are Mētra, evoking the essence of 'mint,' Meldra, embodying the grace of 'bullrush,' Rasa, reminiscent of the delicate 'dew,' and Sniedze, capturing the ethereal beauty of the 'snow bunting,' a species of bird.

References

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A guide to some 15-16th century Latvian naming patterns.
https://heraldry.sca.org/names/slavic/lvpatterns.html

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