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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43 Girl Names with Meanings Goddess, Starting With P

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Parnika	Girl	A small leaf; Goddess Parvati
Pranshi	Girl	Another name of Goddess Lakshmi; Of great stature
Prajna	Girl	To be a wise person; A name of Goddess Saraswati
Pavani	Girl	Goddess Ganga; Holy; Sacred
Prashi	Girl	another name of Goddess Lakshmi
Padma	Girl	Lotus; Goddess Lakshmi
Pele	Girl	Hawaiian goddess of volcanoes and fire; Wonder; Miracle
Pranvi	Unisex	Life; Goddess Parvati
Parvathy	Girl	Of the mountains; Hindu goddess of love, beauty, and devotion; A kind of fragrant earth; Female cowherd; Mountain stream; A rock;
Padimni	Girl	Like a flower; Lotus; One of many names of Goddess Lakshmi; A variant of Padmini

Padmagriha	Girl	One who resides in a Lotus; One of many names of Goddess Lakshmi
Padmaja	Girl	Lotus-born deity; Epithet of Goddess Lakshmi
Padmajai	Girl	One who was born from a Lotus; One who resides in a Lotus; One of many names of Goddess Lakshmi
Padmakali	Girl	Lotus Bud; One of many names of Goddess Lakshmi
Padmalaya	Girl	House of Lotus; One who was born from lotus; One who resides in a Lotus; One of many names of Goddess Lakshmi
Padmalochana	Girl	Lotus-eyed; One of many names of Goddess Lakshmi
Padmarekha	Girl	One with Lotus-like lines on her palm; One of many names of Goddess Lakshmi
Padmashri	Girl	Divine Lotus; One of many names of Goddess Lakshmi
Padnuni	Girl	Lotus; One of many names of Goddess Lakshmi
Pankaja	Girl	Lotus; One of many names of Goddess Lakshmi

Parameshwari	Girl	Supreme goddess; An epithet of Parvati
Parnashri	Girl	Leafy beauty; One of many names of Goddess Parvathi
Parthivi	Girl	Daughter of the earth; One of the many names of Goddess Sita
Pavanrekha	Girl	Wife of Ugrasena; Mother of Kamsa; One of many names of Goddess Ganga
Payoja	Girl	Lotus; One of many names of Goddess Lakshmi
Persefoni	Girl	Bringer of death; Greek goddess of spring and the underworld
Pheya	Girl	Goddess
Pinga	Girl	One of many names of Goddess Durga
Pingla	Girl	One of many names of Goddess Durga
Pragalbha	Girl	One of many names of Goddess Durga

Padmal	Girl	Flower of Goddess Laxmi; the Lotus flower
Padmamalini	Girl	Goddess Laxmi
Parameswari	Girl	A name given to Goddess Durga
Parbani	Girl	Name of a Goddess who has greatest aura
Parthav	Girl	Name given to Goddess Sita
Patala	Girl	Another name for Goddess Durga
Patavya	Girl	One who is like the Goddess Durga
Philippina	Girl	A Goddess of beauty; passionate
Pitanila	Girl	The name of the Goddess Durga
Purala	Girl	Goddess Durga

Purandhri	Girl	A Goddess; Mother of Vedas
Paru	Girl	Solar; Fire; Sun; Graceful; Water flow; Goddess Parvati; Pearl
Parinika	Girl	Goddess Parvati; A small leaf

Infographic: Attractive Girl Names with Meanings Goddess, Starting With P

Girl Names with Meanings Goddess, Starting With P are significant and exquisite. They carry an inherent sense of charm that's almost impossible to ignore. Our infographic below shares several options that fit diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds. Explore the list and pick a name that resonates with you. Remember, your baby's name is integral to their identity, so choose a name that best complements their personality.

Girl Names with Meanings Goddess, Starting With P(infographic)

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