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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42 Girl Names with Meanings Great, Starting With E

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Emmie	Girl	Rival; Universal; Great
Emmalyn	Girl	Brave; Unceasing; Whole; Great
Emmalynn	Girl	Great; Whole; Brave; Vigorous; Unceasing
Emmarie	Girl	Whole; Great; Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Brave; Home
Emme	Girl	Whole; Great
Ema	Girl	Whole; Great
Emorie	Unisex	Great ruler; Great king
Emalyn	Girl	Unceasing; Vigorous; Brave; Whole; Great
Emmaleigh	Girl	Rival; Laborious; Eager; Universe; Whole; Great; Clearing
Emilyn	Girl	Unceasing; Vigorous; Brave; Whole; Great

Emalynn	Girl	Unceasing; Vigorous; Brave; Great
Emmelyn	Girl	Peaceful home; Whole; Great
Erma	Girl	Complete; Whole; Great
Emika	Girl	Smile; Beauty; Whole; Great
Emmah	Girl	Universal; Whole; Great
Emmalie	Girl	Rival; Whole; Great; Clearing
Emmary	Girl	Whole; Great; Brave; Ruler; King; A person who has faith; Trustworthy
Edda	Girl	War; Great-grandmother; Noble
Emie	Unisex	Great; Rival
Emmalise	Girl	Whole; Great; My God is an oath

Ermelinda	Girl	Soft; Tender; Great; Whole
Emmaleah	Girl	Great; Whole; Weary
Emmalena	Girl	Unceasing; Vigorous; Brave; Whole; Great; Of Magdala; Torch; Corposant; Moon
Emelda	Girl	Whole; Great; Hilt; Battle
Ermina	Girl	Great; Whole; Army person
Eccel	Girl	One who is exceptionally good; a great individual
Edria	Girl	Possessive of great power and strength; Mighty
Edwardina	Girl	Guardian of riches; one who has great desire
Eflead	Girl	A good and majestic great leader
Eidra	Girl	Rich and powerful; with great responsibility

Eilaria	Girl	Cheerful; merry; one who has a great love for nature
Em	Girl	Rival; Whole; Great
Emica	Girl	Whole; Great; Rival; Charming; Blessed
Emm	Girl	The whole; Great; Rival
Emmersyn	Boy	Son of Emery; Whole; Great; Ruler
Emmi	Girl	Rival; Whole; Great
Enfleda	Girl	The mother of a great saint
Ermine	Girl	Whole; Great; Army man
Eydra	Girl	A woman of great wealth and power
Emilohi	Girl	Only God is great

Eucabeth	Girl	One who is great
Eema	Unisex	Whole; Great; Favorable bay; Mother; Course

Infographic: Prominent Girl Names with Meanings Great, Starting With E

When deciding what to name your child, consider a baby name that represents your and your partner’s values and the traits you both admire. Such a name would take your child far and remind them of your love and blessings. To help nudge you in the right direction, we have compiled a few Girl Names with Meanings Great, Starting With E in our infographic below. Browse through it to find the perfect one.

Girl Names with Meanings Great, Starting With E(infographic)

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