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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142 Girl Names with Meanings God, Starting With D

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Daniela	Girl	God is my judge
Danna	Girl	God is a judge
Daniella	Girl	God is my judge
Danielle	Girl	God is my judge
Dorothy	Girl	Gift of God
Dana	Girl	God is my judge; God given; Wise; Pearl; Brave; Wise; Arbiter; Valley of meadow
Dania	Girl	God is my judge; Near
Denisse	Girl	The alternate name of the Greek God Dionysius; Of Zeus
Dottie	Girl	God's gift
Dolly	Girl	Gift of God; Sorrows

Dora	Girl	God's gift; Hand; Gift
Dorothea	Girl	Gift of God
Divina	Girl	Divine; God-like
Dinah	Girl	Judgement; Vindicated; God will judge
Daniya	Unisex	Close; Near; God is my judge
Danitza	Girl	God is my judge
Debanhi	Unisex	Eternal God bless our daughter
Devina	Unisex	Beloved; Uncle; Godlike; Divine; Eye of God; Resembling a goddess
Dace	Boy	God's gift
Domenica	Girl	One who belongs to God

Dominga	Girl	Belonging to God
Dannia	Girl	God is my judge
Darina	Girl	Wonderful gift from God; Fruitful; To possess
Donatella	Girl	Gift of God; To give; Gift
Dollie	Girl	Gift of God; Sorrows
Doreen	Girl	Gift of God; Blessed; Brooding
Danasia	Girl	Bright; Gift of god; God is my judge
Diyari	Boy	A gift sent from God; Blessing
Devanshi	Girl	A part of God
Daanya	Unisex	Gift of God; Beautiful

Danette	Girl	God is my judge
Danella	Girl	God is my judge; Fairy maiden; Goddess
Dortha	Girl	God's gift
Danuel	Boy	God is my judge
Diella	Girl	One who loves to worship God; Sun
Danah	Girl	The one from Denmark; Wise; God is my judge
Danelle	Girl	God is my judge; Ruler of the world
Doria	Girl	Of Doris; Gift of God
Danyella	Girl	God is my judge
Dore	Girl	Gift; Gift of God; Bee

Danita	Girl	God is a judge
Dorina	Girl	Gift of God; Gift
Dodie	Girl	Gift of God; Sorrows
Dorinda	Girl	Gift of God
Doshia	Girl	Giving to God
Doaa	Girl	To Pray; Supplication; A call made to God for help and care
Deonne	Girl	Divine; Greek God Dionysios; Of Zeus
Deshane	Girl	God is merciful; Yahweh is gracious
Dory	Girl	Gift of God; Dorian woman
Danilyn	Unisex	God is my judge; Lake

Dannell	Girl	God is my judge
Dorea	Girl	God's gift
Danice	Girl	God will judge
Dannelle	Girl	God is my judge
Danijah	Girl	God is my Judge
Doretha	Girl	Gift of God; Gift of Isis
Dannette	Girl	God is my judge
Danell	Girl	God is my judge; Ruler of the world
Dorota	Girl	Gift of God
Denielle	Girl	God is a judge

Dionisia	Girl	Of Zeus; God of wine and revelry; Sky; Shine
Danniell	Girl	God is my judge
Dannielle	Girl	God is a judge
Deangela	Girl	A messenger of God
Dot	Girl	Gift of God
Dannah	Girl	God is a judge
Danniella	Girl	God is my protector
Dotty	Girl	God's gift
Daania	Girl	God is my judge; Near; Close;
Daryna	Girl	The gift of God

Denita	Girl	God is my judge
Daney	Girl	From Denmark; God is my judge
Danee	Girl	God is my judge
Dorine	Girl	Gift of God; Dorian woman
Dajana	Girl	Creation of God; Goddess; Divine
Danique	Girl	God is my judge
Daniell	Girl	God has judged
Dorrie	Girl	God's gift
Denelle	Unisex	God is my judge
Deah	Girl	Goddess; Manly; Plans; Counsel; Cunning; Given by God

Denese	Girl	One from Denese; God of Nysa; Follower of Dionysius
Dejana	Girl	God is combining
Danijela	Girl	God is my judge
Dorene	Girl	Gift of God
Danya	Boy	Judgement of God; Close; Near
Dorthy	Girl	God's gift
Devansha	Boy	Part of God
Daksha	Boy	Gift from God; Expert; Skillful; Honest one
Daneira	Girl	God rules all
Danek	Girl	By God's Will

Danelea	Girl	God is the judge of all
Daniil	Girl	God is a judge who rules
Dannin	Girl	God is protecting
Danuta	Boy	God is my judge
Darthula	Girl	Gift from God; Heaven
Debadrita	Girl	The one who loves the God
Debanshi	Girl	One who is a part of God
Debashmita	Girl	God has blessed them with a beautiful smile
Deekshana	Girl	A donation made to God
Deevena	Girl	One who resembles God and has beautiful eyes

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