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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22 Girl Names with Meanings Dawn, Starting With A

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Aahana	Girl	Dawn; Morning glory; Immortal; First ray of the sun
Ahaana	Girl	Dawn; A saying; A proverb;
Aarushi	Girl	First ray of sun; Dawn
Anusha	Girl	Dawn; Auspicious morning; Star; Immortal; Ambrosia; Favored; Graceful
Aroush	Girl	Radiant; Brilliant; Dazzling; Peace; Calm; Good-tempered; Dawn
Arushi	Girl	Dawn or red sky; Reddish dawn; Hitting
Aulora	Unisex	Laurel; Dawn
Aia	Girl	Town near Mount Pagoeta; Dawn; To lull; A naiad
Aurore	Girl	Dawn
Avrora	Girl	Dawn; Morning's first light

Arunima	Girl	Red glow; Glow of dawn; Early morning sunrise
Ahana	Girl	Born during the day; Dawn
Aurora	Girl	Dawn
Amondi	Girl	Born at dawn
Aruni	Girl	Dawn; Rising sun; Morning; One of many names of the Sun God; A feminine form of the name Arun
Aaruni	Girl	To begin or develop anything and grow light in the morning; Dawn
Alaula	Girl	Light of early dawn; Sunset glow; One who thinks about welfare of fellow men
Aurorette	Girl	A variation of the name Aurora; dawn
Avgi	Girl	A new beginning; time of dawn
Aoatea	Girl	Dawn

Ahona	Girl	Dawn; First rays of morning
Auraya	Girl	Dawn; Sunrise

Infographic: Sweet Girl Names with Meanings Dawn, Starting With A

Finding the right name for your child is about choosing one that leaves a lasting impression. You can explore diverse cultures and languages or pick one based on your favorite letter or theme. We have compiled some adorable Girl Names with Meanings Dawn, Starting With A in the infographic below. Check out the myriad options to find a suitable name for your angel.

Girl Names with Meanings Dawn, Starting With A(infographic)

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