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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88 Girl Names with Meanings Bee

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Melissa	Girl	Honey; Bee
Melina	Girl	Honey; Bee
Deborah	Girl	Bee
Nahla	Girl	First drink of water; Honey bee; Water in the desert; Gift
Devorah	Girl	Bee
Melinda	Girl	Beautiful honey; Sweet; Bee; Dark-skinned
Debora	Girl	Bee
Mindy	Girl	Black; Dark; Bee; Sweet as honey; Honey
Devora	Girl	Bee
Malinda	Girl	Bee; Black; Dark; Sweet; Honeybee; Gentle; Tender

Abella	Girl	Breath; Vapor; Noble; Bright; Bee
Debra	Girl	Bee
Jalissa	Girl	Bee; Nobleness; Nobility
Debbie	Girl	Bee
Beyla	Girl	Cow; Little bean; Little swelling; Bee
Bina	Girl	Knowledge; Bee
Lissa	Girl	Bee
Beena	Girl	A musical instrument; Bee
Mellie	Girl	Black; Dark; Honey; Bee; Sweet
Missy	Girl	Bee; A young woman

Dovie	Girl	A beautiful Dove; Peace; Bee; Beloved; Bear
Melis	Unisex	Bee
Minda	Girl	Knowledge; Wisdom; Lovable; Dark-skinned; Bee
Meli	Girl	Bee; Honey
Dore	Girl	Gift; Gift of God; Bee
Jelissa	Girl	Honey bee
Avella	Unisex	Hazel; Bee
Debby	Girl	Bee
Debralee	Girl	Bee
Malysa	Girl	A woman hardworking as a bee

Melika	Girl	Honey; Bee; Royalty
Debroah	Girl	Bee
Mella	Unisex	Dark; Vigorous; Brave; Bee; Mild; Pleasant
Debbi	Girl	Bee
Malisa	Girl	Bee; Flower; Little one
Malissa	Girl	Honey bee
Melyssa	Girl	A sweet girl; Honey bee
Mallissa	Girl	Bee
Debbra	Girl	Bee
Binah	Girl	Dancer; Bee

Debi	Girl	Bee
Debrah	Girl	Bee
Dovey	Girl	Bee; Peace; Black; Dove
Dvorah	Girl	Bee
Lissy	Girl	My God is an oath; Bee
Meliza	Girl	A bee; Honey
Malynda	Girl	A sweet woman, one who is like a honey bee
Mellissa	Girl	Honey; Bee; A person as sweet as Honey
Melisha	Girl	Bee
Mindi	Girl	Black; Dark; Bee; Sweet as honey; Honey

Lizza	Girl	My God is an oath; Bee
Melantha	Girl	Dark or black flower; Bee
Meliffany	Girl	Hard worker; Honey; Bee; Strong Work; Industrious; Highborn; A variant of Melissa
Melisant	Girl	Hard worker; Honey; Bee; Strong Work; Industrious; Highborn; A variant of Melissa
Melisent	Girl	Hard worker; Honey; Bee; Strong Work; Industrious; Highborn; A variant of Melissa
Melisentia	Girl	Hard worker; Honey; Bee; Strong Work; Industrious; Highborn; A variant of Melissa
Melissan	Girl	Hard worker; Honey; Bee; Strong Work; Industrious; Highborn; A variant of Melissa
Melitsa	Girl	Sweet; Honey; Bee; Hard worker; A variant of Melissa
Melitta	Girl	Bee
Mellicent	Girl	Hard worker; Honey; Bee; Strong work; Industrious; Highborn; A variant of Melissa

Asub	Girl	An Islamic name for Queen Bee
Beocca	Girl	Little bee; Becca's homestead; Pickaxe
Borah	Girl	A woman who is like a bee
Dabora	Girl	A Bee
Deb	Girl	Bee; Deity
Debaprita	Girl	A person who is very nice to poor; a Bee
Debashmeet	Girl	One who is fast as a Bee; a busy person
Debera	Girl	Bee
Deebe	Girl	A Bee which collects honey
Gunjita	Girl	Humming; Buzzing of the bee

Madhubrati	Girl	One who is like a honey bee
Makshi	Girl	A girl sweet as a honey bee
Makshirani	Girl	A girl who is like a honey bee
Maushmi	Girl	Season; Bee honey
Melosa	Girl	Honey; Sweetness; Of Honey; Bee
Melyssande	Girl	A honey bee; Sweet girl; Sweet as honey
Mesila	Girl	A naughty person; like a honey bee
Missye	Girl	A Greek mythological princess who becomes a bee
Mohisha	Girl	The Sun; Great priest; Intellect; Bee
Moumita	Girl	A sweet friend; Love; Honey bee

Puttika	Girl	A bee that is very small
Tarala	Girl	Honey bee
Phueng	Girl	Bee
Bine	Girl	A form of Bin; Bee
Dvoire	Girl	A form of Divorah; Bee
Dvosye	Girl	Yiddish form of Deborah; Bee
Dwura	Girl	A form of Deborah; Bee
Milisa	Unisex	Honey bee

Infographic: Top Girl Names with Meanings Bee

Our infographic below features options from timeless classics to contemporary favorites that complement your child's personality. Scroll through the list to find the perfect name that reflects your preferences and your family's shared values.

Girl Names with Meanings Bee(infographic)

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