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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Name	Gender	Meaning
Nora	Girl	Light; Bright; Honor; Dignity; Victorious
Ellie	Girl	God is my light; My God is an oath; Torch
Elena	Girl	Torch; Shining light
Raelynn	Girl	Ewe; Beam of light; Counsel; Protection; Lake
Elliana	Girl	My God has answered; Sun; Light of favor
Lucia	Girl	Light
Norah	Girl	Light; Bright; Honor; Dignity
Alaina	Girl	Little rock; Handsome; Torch; Shining light; Moon
Lainey	Girl	Torch; Bright light
Lucille	Girl	Light; To shine

Lena	Girl	Torch; Bright shining light; Of Magdala; Tower
Elle	Girl	She; Goddess; Beautiful; Sunray; Light
Elianna	Girl	Bright shining light; Sun
Raelyn	Girl	Ewe; Beam of light; Counsel; Protection
Luciana	Girl	Light; Illumination
Helen	Girl	Warm; Moon; To shine; Light; Sun
Alora	Girl	God is light; Dreamer; Shining brightness; Bay tree
Elaine	Girl	Torch; Light; Moon; My God has answered me
Helena	Girl	Torch; Shining light
Aleena	Girl	Torch; Shining light; Fair; Delicate; Noble; Bright

Megan	Girl	Pearl; Child of light
Ellianna	Girl	My God has answered; Sun; Light of favor
Aileen	Girl	Light; Torch; Corposant; Moon; Little bird
Alena	Girl	Torch; Corposant; Tower; Ray of light; Moon
Leanna	Girl	Light; To twine around; Bright
Ayleen	Girl	Bright; Shining light; Halo of the moon
Elina	Girl	Bright light
Eleanora	Girl	The other Aenor; Shining light
Raylynn	Unisex	Beam of light; Ewe
Lenora	Girl	Light; The other Aenor

Raylee	Girl	Ray of light; Advice; Counselor; Wise protector
Elani	Girl	Light; Shining; Pacesetter
Ziva	Girl	Radiance; Light; Brilliance; Brightness; Light of God; Lively woman; Alive; Living
Eleni	Girl	Torch; Shining light
Lucie	Girl	Light; Illumination
Ally	Girl	Light; Truth; Of a noble kind; Defender of mankind
Diya	Girl	Radiance; Light; Lamp; Splendor
Nelly	Girl	Shining light; Most beautiful woman; Corposant; Moon;
Inara	Unisex	Illumination; Ray of light; Heaven sent
Lucinda	Girl	Light

Elana	Girl	Shining one; Bright light
Rayla	Girl	Beam of light; Terabinth tree; Beam of light; Goddess; Wise protector
Laniyah	Girl	A light that is found within
Leora	Girl	I have light; Light unto me; My light; Light is mine
Cindy	Girl	Woman from Cynthus; Light; From Mount Kynthos
Daenerys	Girl	Lady of light; Lady of hope
Sanaa	Girl	Brilliance; Radiance; Splendour; Work of art; Shining light
Eliora	Girl	My God is my light
Abbie	Girl	May father is joy; He rejoices; My father is light
Alyna	Girl	Light; Bright; Noble; Soft; Tender

Cianna	Girl	Ancient; Enduring one; Light; God is gracious
Ellia	Girl	Torch; Shining light; Other; My God is Yahweh
Lucianna	Girl	Light
Luci	Girl	Light; Illumination
Ziyah	Unisex	Light; Glow; Splendor
Hellen	Girl	Torch; Sunray; Shining light 60
Leonora	Girl	God is my light; Light; Bright; The other Aenor; Shining; Light; Torch
Lenore	Girl	Light; The other Aenor
Aleen	Girl	Good-looking; Rosy; Noble; Light
Meira	Girl	Light; One who gives light

Anali	Girl	Fiery; Sun; Light; Favour; Grace
Zariya	Girl	Scattering winds; Beauty and light; Blooming flower; Yahweh is ruler
Sunshine	Girl	Light from the sun
Liora	Girl	Light for me
Ellena	Girl	Light; Torch
Ciana	Girl	Ancient; Enduring; Light
Lulu	Girl	Pearl; Famous warrior; Light; Precious; Peaceful
Zya	Unisex	Illuminate; Light
Railynn	Unisex	Ewe; Beam of light; Protection of counsel
Liara	Unisex	Citadel; My light

Analiah	Unisex	God's favor; Light
Lumi	Girl	Snow; Glow; Light; Gentle manner
Ailee	Girl	Torch; Light
Eleonora	Girl	Shining bright light coming from above
Nura	Girl	Light; Divine light
Elleanor	Girl	Shining light; Shining God; The other Aenor
Zoha	Boy	Light
Ellee	Girl	Light or torch; God is my oath; Goddess; Beautiful; She
Noura	Girl	Light; Bloom; Blossom;
Ellora	Girl	Name for cave temples in India; God is my light

Hayzel	Unisex	Hazelnut tree; Light brown colour
Dia	Girl	Day; Light; Radiance; Love; Goddess; Divine
Eleana	Girl	My God is Yahweh; God answered my prayer; Light
Elenora	Girl	Bright light
Leonor	Girl	Light; Luminous; Torch; Sunray
Aline	Girl	Noble; Nobility; Light
Haylen	Unisex	Hall of light
Ellieana	Girl	Sun; Favor or grace; God is my light
Eyla	Girl	Halo of light around the moon; Oak tree
Rayanna	Girl	Wise and graceful; Gracious beam of light; Little king; Wise; Smart

Zorah	Girl	Dawn; Light
Orianna	Girl	Gold; Rising sun; The golden one; Daughter of the light/fire
Alizay	Girl	The beauty of light; Radiant; Joy; Wind
Kirra	Girl	Beautiful woman; Life; Leaf; Brilliant lady of light
Alaynah	Girl	Little female bear; Wisdom; Knowledge; Harmony; Offering; Beautiful; Exalted; Precious; Child; Light
Delila	Girl	Hanging hair; Little one; Light
Alorah	Girl	God is light; Dreamer
Ellinor	Girl	The other Aenor; Light
Mahnoor	Girl	Light of the moon
Elva	Girl	World; Light; White; Elf

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