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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47 Girl Names with Meanings Moonlight

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Aila	Girl	Noble; Holy; Blessed; Halo; Moonlight; Terebinth tree
Iyla	Girl	Moonlight; Terebinth tree; Earth; Speech; Island
Aylah	Girl	Oaktree; Terebinth tree; Gazelle; Moonlight; Halo
Siya	Girl	White moonlight; Beautiful woman; Goddess Sita
Ainara	Girl	The swallow bird; Moonlight; Moon flame; Moon pomegranate
Zyra	Unisex	Shining; Blooming flower; Moonlight
Aayla	Girl	Terebinth tree; Moonlight; Halo; Born of knowledge
Ailana	Girl	Halo; Moonlight; Loving
Zunairah	Unisex	Moonlight; Shine of the moon
Zunaira	Girl	Moonlight; Shine of the moon

Iylah	Unisex	Moonlight; Beauty; Brilliance
Ajla	Girl	Halo; Circle of light; Moonlight; Holy; Blessed
Sahira	Girl	Wakeful; Moonlight; Mountain
Aylla	Unisex	Moonlight; Moon halo; Edge of a sword; Terebinth tree
Zira	Unisex	Moonlight; Arena; Messenger; Dawning; Path; Visitor
Mahum	Unisex	Moonlight
Mahrosh	Girl	Moonlight; Piece of the moon; Pleasant
Ciandra	Girl	Moonlight; Of Alexandra
Mahtab	Girl	Moonlight; Full moon
Acelia	Girl	Moonlight

Eiliana	Girl	My God has answered; Halo; Moonlight
Shelina	Girl	Moonlight; Moon; Heavenly; Modest
Jyotsna	Girl	Moonlight; Splendor; A name of Goddess Durga
Ayli	Unisex	Moonlight
Vennela	Girl	Moonlight or moon glow
Chandini	Girl	Pure and serene moonlight
Akalka	Girl	Moonlight; Free from impurity; One being individualistic, focussed and showing leadership drive
Chandana	Girl	Moonlight; Sandalwood
Chandralekha	Girl	Moonlight; A mark made by the moon
Jyostna	Girl	Moonlight

Kairavi	Girl	Moonlight; Moon; White water lily; White lotus; Fenugreek
Mahatab	Girl	Moonlight
Mahinaw	Girl	A woman who is like the moonlight
Mahlagha	Girl	A woman with a face that shines like the moonlight
Mounisha	Girl	Controller of the minds; Moonlight
Saahira	Girl	Wakeful; Alert; Unsleeping; Moonlight; Moon; Plain land
Saumyi	Girl	A moonlight
Selephia	Girl	The Moon; Moonlight
Suhaira	Girl	Beautiful; Pretty; Wakeful; Alert; Plain; Moonlight; Moon
Tabana	Girl	Bright moonlight

Indukala	Girl	The moonlight
Indulala	Girl	Moonlight
Chanlina	Girl	Moonlight
Sarangerel	Girl	Moonlight
Zonaira	Unisex	Moonlight; Flower from the paradise
Jyothsna	Girl	Moonlight
Kenora	Unisex	Moonlight

Infographic: Exclusive Girl Names with Meanings Moonlight

If you are looking for baby names and need clarity on which direction to take, baby name lists can prove quite helpful. From classic choices to natural elements and moral values, baby names reflect what you hold dear. Our infographic below has some of the best Girl Names with Meanings Moonlight. Go through it and discover the perfect baby name for your precious bundle of joy.

Girl Names with Meanings Moonlight(infographic)

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