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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71 Baby Girl Names That Mean Prayer

Written by Shikha Thakur, MBA Specialty: Relationships and Baby NamesExperience: 7 years

Shikha is a writer-turned-editor at MomJunction, with over seven years of experience in the field of content. Having done a certification in Relationship Coaching, her core interest lies in writing articles that guide couples through their courtship to marriage and parenthood.

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Last Updated on May 12, 2023

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Arabella	Girl	Lovable; Invokable; Yielding to prayer; Beautiful grace
Dua	Girl	Prayer; I want; I love
Aribella	Girl	Invokable; Yielding to prayer; Favor; Beautiful
Arabelle	Girl	Lovable; Invokable; Yielding to prayer; Beautiful grace
Eleana	Girl	My God is Yahweh; God answered my prayer; Light
Ditya	Girl	Another name of Goddess Durga; Answer to prayers
Airabella	Girl	Invokable; Yielding to prayer; Favour; Grace; Beautiful
Erabella	Girl	Invokable; Yielding to prayer; Beautiful
Declynn	Unisex	A person of prayer; Full of goodness
Ariabella	Girl	Invokable; Yielding to prayer

Duaa	Girl	Prayer
Araminta	Girl	Defender; Protector; Yielding to prayer
Aribelle	Girl	Invokable; Yielding to prayer; Beautiful altar
Arabel	Girl	Lovable; Invokable; Yielding to prayer; Beautiful grace
Ryka	Unisex	Born out of prayer; Join; Tie; Snare
Yasna	Unisex	Prayer; Worship; Supplication; White rose; Clearly; Obviously
Orabella	Girl	Given to prayer; Entreatable
Orah	Girl	Light; Prayer
Keerthana	Girl	Prayer; Hymn; Praise to God
Prarthana	Girl	Request; Prayer

Deethya	Unisex	Answer of prayers
Japji	Unisex	Meditative prayer; Holy chanting of the word
Arabell	Girl	Invokable; Yielding to prayer; Favor; Beautiful
Aarthi	Girl	A ritual of offering prayer to god; Light; Before night
Aathira	Unisex	Star; Prayer; Light; Quick
Azana	Girl	Call to prayer; Announcement
Pranathi	Unisex	Bowing; Salutation; Courtesy; Obeisance; Reverence; Prayer
Puja	Girl	Divine ritual; Prayer; Worship; Spiritual offering
Jenai	Girl	God has answered our prayers
Rosary	Girl	Bed of roses; A string of beads for prayers; A garland; Rose garden

Atira	Girl	Mother; Our mother; Prayer
Arrabelle	Girl	Invokable; Yielding to prayer
Jeanae	Girl	God has heard my requests or prayers
Aarti	Girl	A ritual of offering prayer to god; Before night; Light
Javiah	Unisex	Whispered; To mutter prayers
Segen	Girl	Blessing; Benediction; Charm; Prayer; Spell; Incantation; To make a sign; To make the sign of the Cross
Pooja	Girl	Divine ritual; Prayer; Worship; Spiritual offering
Aninna	Girl	Answer my prayer; God has favored me; One who rules over heaven and earth
Pujita	Girl	Divine Ritual; Prayer; worshiped; Spiritual Offerings
Aarati	Girl	Prayer; a kind of worship toward God

Ankia	Girl	God is a gracious one and she has answered the prayers; A prized possession
Anneca	Girl	God is gracious one; One who answers the prayers
Annegrete	Girl	A Danish name; god is gracious one and he has answered the prayers
Annemari	Girl	God is gracious one and he has answered the prayers
Annerose	Girl	Variation of Hannah; a beautiful prayer
Annes	Girl	God is gracious one and he has answered the prayers
Annieka	Girl	God is gracious; Merciful one who has answered the prayers
Annierose	Girl	Variation of Hannah; a beautiful prayer
Annite	Girl	God is gracious; Merciful one who answered the prayers
Annytta	Girl	God is gracious; Merciful one has answered the prayers

Anouka	Girl	God is gracious; Merciful one who answers prayers
Aswaada	Girl	A fulfilled prayer; a healer and a sweet person
Athari	Girl	One who is as quick as lightening; A prayer
Dimetria	Girl	A follower of Demeter; who answers all prayers
Haiqa	Girl	True; Truly; Prayer of God
Lithany	Girl	Prayer in ceremony
Maqbula	Girl	A prayer acknowledged and accepted by God
Orabelle	Girl	Given to prayer; Entreatable
Orabilia	Girl	Submerged in prayers
Orabilis	Girl	The who always lifts everything in prayers

Orabla	Girl	Always in prayers
Orable	Girl	Belief iin the powers of prayers
Saanjali	Girl	A hand that is clasped in a prayer
Sukhminder	Girl	A peaceful place for prayers; A temple of peace
Ibtihal	Girl	Supplication; Prayer
Yachana	Girl	Entreaty; Prayer; Pleading
Vinanti	Girl	Doing prayer; Request
Tyrianne	Girl	The land of prayer
Epkereamaka	Girl	One who finds prayer is good and wonderful
Inzali	Girl	Prayer; Offerings

Yesna	Girl	Prayer; Supplication; Worship

Infographic: Impactful Baby Girl Names That Mean Prayer

A given name can profoundly impact your child’s persona in many ways. Therefore, selecting a name with a meaningful theme and cultural relevance is vital. To help you make an informed and thoughtful choice, we bring you an infographic on dynamic Baby Girl Names That Mean Prayer that could inspire your child to reach their full potential and become the best version of themselves.

Baby Girl Names That Mean Prayer(infographic)

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