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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31 Girl Names with Meanings God, Starting With Y

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Yaneli	Girl	God is gracious
Yana	Unisex	God is gracious; Doer of good deeds
Ysabella	Girl	My God is an oath; God's promise; Consecrated to God
Yanet	Girl	God is gracious
Yanira	Girl	Gift from God; Lonian; Water nymph
Yanelly	Girl	God is gracious
Yanely	Boy	God is gracious
Ysabel	Boy	My God is an oath
Yanelis	Unisex	God is gracious
Ysabelle	Girl	My God is an oath

Yanna	Girl	God is gracious; Yahweh is merciful
Yzabella	Girl	My God is an oath
Yliana	Girl	God is my light; My God is Yahweh
Yanina	Unisex	God is gracious
Yanelle	Unisex	God is gracious
Yuria	Girl	Asian village; Great Asian village; Lovely lily; Yahweh is my light; God is my light
Yenna	Unisex	God is gracious; White phantom
Yitzel	Girl	God brings joy
Ysa	Girl	My God is an oath
Yamaris	Girl	Wished for a child; Star of the sea; God's princess

Yanelie	Unisex	God is gracious
Yelysaveta	Girl	Devoted to God
Yashashree	Girl	A name for Goddess Lakshmi; God's name for success; One who brings glory and prosperity
Yehowada	Girl	God's day
Yomawu	Girl	Call on God
Yosifa	Girl	God will increase; Feminine form of Joseph
Yosepha	Girl	God will add
Yoram	Girl	Exalted by God
Yovanka	Girl	God is gracious
Ysabeau	Girl	My God is an oath

Yannah	Girl	God is gracious

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Girl Names with Meanings God, Starting With Y(infographic)

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