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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74 Baby Girl Names That Mean Sacred

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
Aryana	Girl	Most holy; Pure one; Very sacred
Aryanna	Girl	Most holy; Pure one; Very sacred
Zionna	Girl	Heavenly; Sacred place
Neeva	Girl	Sacred; Holy; Connection; Bright
Vedika	Unisex	Knowledge; Sacred texts
Hareem	Girl	Dedicated to God; Destroyed; With pierced nose; A sacred, forbidden place
Olina	Girl	Ancestor's descendant; Blessed; Sacred; Joy
Ruhani	Girl	Spiritual; Sacred
Pranavi	Girl	Phonic sound for sacred syllable Om
Zariana	Girl	Sacred

Sejal	Girl	Pure; Sacred water; Teardrop
Jerrica	Girl	Yahweh will exalt; Sacred name; Spear ruler
Arieanna	Girl	Most holy; Sacred
Gita	Girl	Song; Divine melody; A sacred Hindu text
Eloria	Unisex	Hawthorn, a sacred plant
Richa	Girl	Praise; Verse; Sacred text; Peaceful Ruler; Rich; Army commander; Kingdom's army; Mighty army
Pavani	Girl	Goddess Ganga; Holy; Sacred
Kaveri	Girl	Name of a sacred river in South India
Durva	Girl	Sacred grass
Pavithra	Girl	Pure, sacred, holy

Tulasi	Girl	The holy basil plant; Sacred plant
Tehreem	Girl	Respect; Sanctity; Sacred one
Moria	Girl	Sacred olive tree; Fate; Destiny; Beloved; Second; Love; Affection; Seen by God
Madhavi	Girl	Woman of the race of Madhu or Yadu; Subhadra; Spring; Honey-sugar; Sacred basil; Earth
Haram	Unisex	Sacred place; Forbidden place
Geeta	Girl	Song; Sacred song or poem
Olia	Girl	Sacred; Blessed
Adag	Girl	Pure; UnBlemished; Sacred
Gangotri	Girl	Sacred river Of India; Name of the glacier from which River Ganges originates; One of many names of Goddess Parvathi
Mandakini	Girl	A sacred Indian river

Preetamjot	Girl	One Who Longs For The Divine Light; Love for the sacred light and radiance
Pundari	Girl	Holy; Sacred; Pious; Lotus which is a flower of divinity
Amaraja	Girl	Eternal born child; A sacred river; Daughter of God
Angnes	Girl	Pure and sacred one
Bhanavi	Girl	Sacred; Illuminating
Bramhasangeeta	Girl	Part of the sacred Vedas
Durba	Girl	One who is a sacred grass
Elgiva	Girl	A holy and sacred human being
Jeri	Unisex	Power of the spears; Yahweh will exalt; A sacred name
Jerline	Girl	Power of the spear; Yahweh will exalt; Sacred name

Jerri	Unisex	Yahweh will exalt; Sacred name; Power of the spear
Kachina	Girl	Sacred dancer
Kaiulani	Unisex	Royal and sacred one; The sacred heaven
Kavera	Girl	The sacred river
Kusa	Girl	The sacred grass
Lidewei	Girl	People who are considered holy and sacred
Lissianna	Girl	Holy; Sacred to God
Lucania	Girl	Bright; Light; Sacred wood; Mother of Roma
Naamnirmal	Girl	The one who is sacred via a name
Niniane	Girl	Sacred; Lady of the lake; Ash tree

Olja	Girl	Sacred, Sanctified; Consecrated; Hallowed
Ooma	Girl	Pleasantness; Sacred syllable; Tranquility; Nation
Pavitra	Girl	Sacred; Pure
Praneetha	Girl	Pure water; Sacred water; A vessel in which holy water is fetched; A particular vessel or cup used at sacrifices
Punita	Girl	A genuine and sacred person
Quddusiyah	Girl	One who is sacred; Pious
Qudsiyah	Girl	The glorious; Sacred one
Ruhin	Girl	Sacred; Spiritual
Saijal	Girl	Full of water; Clear; Sacred water
Samidha	Girl	An offering for a sacred fire; Sacrificial firewood or stick

Sciencia	Girl	A sacred woman
Tribeni	Girl	The meeting point of three sacred rivers
Triparna	Girl	The leaves of sacred bael
Triparni	Girl	Like the leaves of sacred Bael
Ahurewa	Girl	A sacred place
Mubaraka	Girl	Blessed; Sacred; Blissful
Manjori	Girl	The sacred basil
Vedvika	Girl	One who spread sacred knowledge
Lamzira	Girl	A sacred place; A or a place for praying
Pavni	Girl	Pure; Sacred

Sragvi	Unisex	Basil plant; Sacred
Survi	Unisex	Sacred; The Sun
Sephra	Unisex	Sacred; Holy
Sireesha	Girl	Sacred; Another name of Goddess Lakshmi

Infographic: Top Baby Girl Names That Mean Sacred

New parents might find it challenging to find a suitable name for their child. Baby name lists help provide various unique options for your little one. These lists feature names from different languages, cultures, and even letters. The following infographic includes Baby Girl Names That Mean Sacred. You can look at the top name choices to pick the right one.

Baby Girl Names That Mean Sacred(infographic)

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