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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32 Girl Names with Meanings Butterfly

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Vanessa	Girl	Butterfly
Yara	Girl	Lady of the lake; Friend; Helper; Small butterfly; Courage; Strength
Yaritza	Girl	Friend; Helper; Lady of the water; Small butterfly
Bindi	Girl	Small round to wear on forehead; Butterfly; Little girl
Vanesa	Girl	Butterfly; Goddess Phanessa; Venus, the Goddess of love
Yarah	Girl	Honeycomb; Honeysuckle; Small butterfly; Water lady; Strong
Mariposa	Girl	Butterfly
Parvaneh	Girl	Like a Butterfly
Venessa	Girl	Butterfly-like; Name of a butterfly genus
Kimimela	Girl	Butterfly

Aponi	Unisex	Butterfly
Vanessah	Girl	A species of butterfly; A variant of Vanessa
Aeria	Girl	A species of butterfly; Type of butterfly
Cho	Girl	Butterfly; Smooth; Boat
Chouko	Girl	Butterfly; an insect that feeds on nectar of flowers
Eilir	Girl	Butterfly; one who is spontaneous and alluring
Farashah	Girl	A girl who is like a butterfly
Farfalla	Girl	She is like a butterfly
Flutura	Girl	A butterfly
Kallima	Girl	A butterfly

Kimama	Girl	Butterfly
Moressa	Girl	A butterfly that dwells from the sea
Papillon	Girl	Butterfly
Parvana	Girl	Butterfly
Parvanah	Girl	A rare and majestic butterfly
Reness	Girl	To be reborn as a butterfly
Tinkal	Girl	A butterfly; Beautiful butterfly
Titli	Girl	A butterfly; Colourful butterfly
Farashuu	Girl	Kenyan word for butterfly
Itzpapalotl	Girl	Obsidian butterfly

Farasha	Girl	Butterfly
Vanice	Unisex	Graceful; Butterfly

Infographic: Meaningful Girl Names with Meanings Butterfly

If you are ready to embark on the journey to find a meaningful name for your child, check out our infographic below. It shares a list of Girl Names with Meanings Butterfly that are elegant and distinct. These options are selected from diverse cultures and languages, offering you the best baby name options worldwide. Scroll through the list to find a suitable name based on your preference and liking.

Girl Names with Meanings Butterfly(infographic)

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