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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88 Girl Names with Meanings Leader

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Amirah	Girl	Princess; Highborn girl; Treetop; Leader
Fallyn	Girl	She who is in charge; Leader; Descended from a ruler
Priest	Girl	A religious leader authorized to perform rituals; To throw
Syeda	Girl	Lady; Mistress; Leader; Fortunate one
Amayra	Girl	Princess; Commander; Leader
Hadiya	Girl	Leader; Guide
Falyn	Unisex	Leader
Falynn	Unisex	Leader
Raisa	Girl	Rose; Hero; Period; Leader
Valorie	Girl	To be strong; Brave; Valiant; Leader

Kizer	Girl	Noble leader; Emperor
Nethra	Unisex	Vision; Eyes; Leader
Amerah	Girl	Princess; Tree top; High born girl; Leader
Leydi	Girl	One who has the abilities of a leader
Dutchess	Girl	Leader
Emera	Girl	Leader; Commander; Chief
Amairah	Girl	Princess; Leader
Duchess	Unisex	Noble; Royal; Regal; Leader
Jamesha	Unisex	Beautiful leader
Amiera	Girl	Princess; Leader

Hadya	Girl	Leader; Guide
Araya	Boy	Leader by example; Good; Noble; Righteous; Wild valley
Deeana	Girl	Church leader; Valley; Shining one; Bright; Divine
Roderica	Girl	A woman who is a legendary leader
Haadiya	Girl	Leader; Guide
Thayden	Girl	Strong; Courageous; Leader
Emmeryn	Unisex	Home ruler; Whole king; Brave king; A strong leader; An inspiring leader
Aaima	Girl	Leader; Superior; Ruler
Alleyah	Girl	Leader; To ascend
Deeann	Girl	Church leader; Valley; Shining one; Bright; Divine

Sheikha	Unisex	Leader; Elder
Agrima	Girl	Always on the forefront; Leader; Foremost
Phallon	Girl	Grandchild of the ruler; Leader
Deondra	Girl	Manly; Masculine; Leader; Valley; Follower of Dionysius
Raissa	Girl	Hero; Warrior; Chosen one; Chief; Leader
Raeesah	Girl	Noble, leader, respected
Raysa	Girl	Hero; Warrior; Chosen one; Leader; Rose
Maghona	Girl	Ruler; Leader; Chief; Queen
Ahmeera	Girl	Princess; Rich woman; Leader
Allric	Girl	Old Leader

Alysondra	Girl	Son of Alice; Born leader
Alzeena	Girl	A woman leader with confidence, originality, and individuality
Andreva	Girl	A communicator; Intuitive leader
Araiz	Boy	The one who is a born leader; National leader
Chaitravi	Girl	Natural leader
Chermel	Girl	A determined, born leader
Cydonia	Girl	A born leader
Dayena	Girl	A valley and leader of church
Donaldina	Girl	World Ruler; a great leader
Eflead	Girl	A good and majestic great leader

Elveva	Girl	Elfin; Elf leader
Emelye	Girl	Someone who is industrious and a leader
Faeezah	Girl	A woman who is a leader of people
Farica	Girl	Calm leader
Hadia	Girl	Leader; Guide
Hedia	Girl	Leader; Guide
Kabira	Girl	Powerful; Great; Leader
Kennera	Girl	Woman leader
Leoline	Girl	Strong; Leader; Light; Dark; Oath; Bright; Brilliant
Luellen	Girl	Lion; Leader

Naqeeba	Girl	Female leader; Newscaster
Naruna	Girl	Female leader of humanity
Nasifa	Girl	Joyful monarch or leader
Nataani	Girl	Leader
Pranayaa	Girl	She is a born leader
Pranetra	Girl	One who is a guide; Creator of things and a leader of the men
Pretoria	Unisex	A city in the northern part of Gauteng Province, South Africa; Leader
Queneua	Girl	A born leader and an organizer; one who concentrates
Raaida	Girl	A woman leader
Raidah	Girl	Leader; Guide

Raila	Girl	Leader
Rathi	Unisex	Chariot; Warrior; Leader
Rayeda	Girl	A woman who is a pioneer; A born leader
Ruwayd	Girl	One who is like a soft breeze; A leader
Sayidatunnisa	Girl	The leader; Chief of women
Seyyada	Girl	A woman leader
Syidah	Girl	The female leader
Arataki	Girl	The leader; A man with leadership qualities.
Nuveena	Girl	Special and wise leader
Ranpalee	Girl	A noble leader

Sukeena	Girl	Leader of comfort
Haadiyah	Unisex	Leader; Guide
Kosem	Unisex	Leader
Fallen	Unisex	Leader
Emerine	Girl	Industrious leader
Zaimah	Unisex	Representative leader
Mugilan	Girl	A determined leader
Edrina	Girl	Wealthy ruler; Prosperous leader

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