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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275 Girl Names with Meanings Joy

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Abby	Girl	My father's joy; My father is cheerful; He rejoices
Jolie	Girl	Pretty; Joy; Pleasure; Contentment
Kaleah	Girl	Joy; Happiness
Lettie	Girl	Joy; Delight
Kalea	Girl	Joy; Happiness
Leticia	Girl	Joy; Gladness
Letty	Girl	Joy; Happiness
Eowyn	Girl	Horse lover; Horse joy
Karolina	Girl	Free woman; Army; Freeholder; Song of joy; Strong; Beautiful
Litzy	Girl	Nobility; God is my oath; Joy

Abbie	Girl	May father is joy; He rejoices; My father is light
Karoline	Girl	Free woman; Army; Freeholder; Song of joy; Strong; Beautiful
Avigail	Girl	My father is joy
Abbigail	Girl	May father is joy; My father rejoices
Joi	Girl	Rejoicing; Happiness; Joy
Alyza	Girl	Joy; Happiness; Joyful; Noble; Exalted
Letti	Girl	Joy; Happiness
Rina	Girl	Pure; Joy; Singing; Melted; White jasmine; Village; Greens; To revive; To be reinvigorated; Daytime; Queen; Peace
Kalayah	Unisex	Lost; Joy; Happiness; Field pea
Allegra	Girl	Joy; Delight; Lively

Abbygail	Girl	May father is joy; He rejoices; My father's joy
Alizay	Girl	The beauty of light; Radiant; Joy; Wind
Abigayle	Girl	May father is joy; My father is exulted
Haset	Unisex	Joy; Delight; Happiness
Abigale	Girl	May father is joy; My father rejoices
Abygail	Girl	My father is joy
Fraida	Girl	Joy
Ilona	Unisex	Light; Torch; Moon; Joy
Abigael	Girl	My father's joy; My father rejoices
Khushi	Girl	Happiness; Joy; Pleasure; Delight

Abagail	Girl	My father is joy; My father rejoices
Alitza	Girl	Joy
Marygrace	Girl	A graceful person who shares joy
Reena	Girl	Each of the two; Torture; Joy; Singing; Molten; White jasmine; Village; Greens
Nandini	Girl	One who brings joy; Delight; Daughter; Goddess Parvati; Divine mother
Kaileah	Girl	Joy; Pleasure; Sea of joy
Gail	Girl	My father is joy; My father rejoices
Gioia	Girl	Joy
Letizia	Girl	One who brings happiness and joy to others
Olina	Girl	Ancestor's descendant; Blessed; Sacred; Joy

Karolyn	Girl	Free woman; Army; Freeholder; Song of joy; Strong; Beautiful
Kahlea	Girl	Bright; Joy
Avigayil	Girl	My Father is joy
Gila	Girl	Joy; Happiness; Pledge; Beautiful; Excited
Sharman	Girl	Joy; Delight; Prosperous; A blessing
Afrah	Girl	Happiness; Joy; Mirth; Celebration
Esrom	Boy	Dart of joy; Division of a song
Kateisha	Girl	Joy; From Kashmir
Alegria	Girl	Joy; Happiness
Furaha	Girl	Happiness; Joy

Anayra	Unisex	Precious; Happiness; Joy
Aleera	Girl	Cheerful; Joy
Kailia	Unisex	Joyful sea; Sea of joy
Ayomi	Girl	My joy
Gaelle	Girl	My father is joy
Sriharsha	Unisex	One who brings joy and prosperity
Leta	Girl	Glad; Violet flower; Joy
Rejoice	Girl	Exhibit great joy or delight
Pharah	Boy	Happiness; Joy; Rejoice
Abbigale	Girl	My father's joy; My father rejoices

Bee	Girl	Bearer of joy; Voyager; Beekeeper; Active and energetic
Lekisha	Girl	Great joy
Ibtihaj	Girl	Joy
Joia	Girl	Rejoicing; Happiness; Joy; Thursday
Ronette	Girl	She who brings joy with songs
Joye	Girl	Cheerful and joy
Roniya	Girl	My God is Joy
Abbagayle	Girl	My father is joy
Leti	Unisex	Joy; Happiness
Abegail	Girl	My father is joy; Father's joy; Father is exulted

Gill	Boy	Joy; Gladness; Moisture; Downy-bearded
Naeemah	Girl	Gladness and joy
Rameen	Girl	Peace; Joy; Loyal; Obedient
Rowenna	Girl	Fame; Joy; Spear; White
Eureka	Unisex	I have found it; Joy of discovery
Tisha	Girl	Joy; Happiness
Tishia	Girl	happiness or joy
Preethi	Girl	Love; Pleasure; Joy; Kindness; Favor; Grace
Abbigayle	Girl	My father is joy; My father rejoices
Arinna	Girl	Messenger of joy; Happiness

Dipali	Girl	Row of lamps; Joy
Nandita	Girl	Joy; Happy; Pleasing; Delighted
Tish	Girl	Joy; Happiness
Harshita	Girl	Happy; Full of Joy; Cheerful; Delighted; One who is always merry
Gaylene	Girl	My father is joy; Jovial
Karrie	Girl	Strong woman; Free woman; Beautiful; Song of joy; Army
Rinah	Girl	Melted; Dissolved; Song; Joy; Debt
Abaigael	Girl	My father is joy
Kisha	Girl	Great joy; Church
Gilana	Girl	My joy is eternal

Levina	Girl	Beloved friend; Joy; Bliss; Joined in harmony; Lion
Abigaille	Girl	My father is joy
Latesha	Girl	Joy; Happiness
Ronna	Girl	Joy; Well-advised ruler; Bearer of victory; True image
Joyleen	Boy	Joy
Tiyanna	Girl	Joy or happiness
Nandika	Girl	Joy; Pleasure; Red cedar; Small water jar
Alhana	Girl	Light of the sun; Beautiful; Joy
Gayla	Girl	My father is joy; My father rejoices
Aowyn	Girl	Horse joy

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