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
Valentina	Girl	Strong; Vigourous; Healthy
Valerie	Girl	To be strong, brave, and healthy
Valeria	Girl	To be strong or brave
Nina	Girl	Fire; Fish; Ancient city of Nineveh; Little girl; God is gracious; Strong
Gabrielle	Girl	God is my strength; Strong woman of God
Charleigh	Girl	Little strong and free woman
Karla	Girl	Strong; Womanly; Free woman; Peasant; Little and strong
Bria	Girl	Hill; Power; High; God is my strong man
Erica	Girl	Forever strong; Everlasting ruler; Heather
Karlie	Girl	Free woman; Strong woman

Adira	Girl	Strong; Majestic; Mighty; Powerful
Millicent	Girl	Strong; Vigorous; Courageous
Karley	Girl	Free woman; Strong woman
Karolina	Girl	Free woman; Army; Freeholder; Song of joy; Strong; Beautiful
Valentine	Unisex	Strong; Vigorous; Healthy
Abriella	Girl	Elf king or ruler; God is my strong man
Aziyah	Girl	Strong; Powerful
Abrielle	Girl	God is my strong man; Innocent; King of elves
Karoline	Girl	Free woman; Army; Freeholder; Song of joy; Strong; Beautiful
Brie	Girl	Hill; Power; High; God is my strong man

Anvika	Girl	Powerful; Strong
Draya	Girl	Strong; Powerful
Gabby	Girl	God is my strong man; Devout
Mali	Girl	Jasmine; Industrious; Beloved; Bitter; Of Magdala; High tower; Vigorous; Brave; Ruler; Beautiful horse; The firstborn son; Strong; Queen
Alona	Girl	Oak tree; Sturdy and strong
Britta	Girl	Exalted one; Mighty; Help; Strong
Ziana	Girl	Adornment; Decoration; Downy-bearded; Youthful; Strong
Barrett	Girl	Strong as a bear; Quarrelsome
Bryelle	Unisex	God is my strong man
Reigna	Girl	Queen; Happy; Strong counsel; Spiritual purity; Night

Brynna	Girl	Hill; Mound; Strong one; Brown; Little Raven
Minka	Girl	A strong person; Strong-willed; Will helmet; Desire to protect; Power; Strength
Haneen	Girl	Desire; Longing; Yearning; Strong love
Caraline	Girl	Strong, free man; Beloved; Friend
Imara	Unisex	Strong; Firm; Stable; Resilient
Wilma	Girl	Resolute protector; Strong-willed warrior; Desire for protection; Vehement protector
Jayonna	Girl	Unique; Elegant; Strong
Yarah	Girl	Honeycomb; Honeysuckle; Small butterfly; Water lady; Strong
Valorie	Girl	To be strong; Brave; Valiant; Leader
Maleena	Girl	High tower; Strong and powerful woman

Rosamund	Girl	Rose of the world; Pure rose; Strong protector; Guardian
Valeska	Girl	To be strong
Briah	Girl	Hill; Power; High; God is my strong man
Malerie	Girl	Unhappy; Unfortunate one; To be strong
Briel	Unisex	God is my strong man
Andreana	Girl	Strong; Manly
Karolyn	Girl	Free woman; Army; Freeholder; Song of joy; Strong; Beautiful
Neena	Girl	Little girl; Mighty; Strong
Ryna	Boy	Clear; Bright; Famous; Strong counsel; Happy
Zarriah	Girl	Unique; Strong; Feminine

Anaiza	Girl	Unique; Strong; Feminine
Bryna	Girl	Strong
Gavriella	Girl	God is my strong man
Lera	Girl	To be strong; An allusion to the Virgin Mary; Gravel pit
Maudie	Girl	Strong in a battle; A war maiden
Alyzah	Unisex	The Almighty; The Strong
Bryah	Girl	High; Hill; Might; Power; God is my strong hero
Maleeha	Girl	Woman with a happy, glowing face; Well-spoken; Beautiful Strong; Brownish color; Clever
Andriana	Girl	A defender of mankind; Manly and strong
Deandra	Girl	Divine; Goddess-like; Man; Strong

Valyn	Unisex	Strong; Vigorous; Healthy
Drusilla	Girl	Strong
Gabbie	Girl	God is my strong man; Devout
Gabrianna	Girl	Strong and graceful God
Jerica	Girl	Strong spear
Drucilla	Girl	Strong
Rubab	Girl	Good deeds; Blessings; Strong bonds; A musical instrument
Jion	Girl	Strong; Healthy
Chardae	Girl	A strong, free, majestic individual
Ronney	Boy	Strong counsel

Rhayne	Girl	Queen; Strong counsellor; Advisor
Ronisha	Girl	Victory bringer; Strong counsel; True image
Afeni	Girl	Trusted, respected, strong woman
Andraya	Girl	Strong and courageous
Brisha	Boy	Breeze; Strong; Excessive
Briannah	Girl	Strong; High; Hill
Laniece	Girl	Unique, elegant, and strong
Deandrea	Girl	Divine; Goddess-like; Man; Strong
Gabbi	Girl	God is my strong man; Devout
Shalonna	Girl	One fierce and strong like a lioness

Vallery	Unisex	To be strong
Lerae	Girl	Strong and brave person; A variant of Valerius
Gavriela	Girl	God is my strength; God is my strong man; God is my hero
Karlene	Girl	Strong woman; Free woman
Ein	Unisex	Passage; Pleasure; Delight; Hardy; Brave; Strong
Briya	Unisex	Hill; High; Might; Power; God is my strong man
Nera	Girl	Candle; Lamp; Strong; Black
Velora	Girl	Strong; Beautiful; Healthy
Abira	Girl	Aroma; Fragrance; Strong; Mighty
Bernardette	Girl	Strong; Brave bear

Breigh	Girl	My God is strong and powerful; Might; High; Hill
Deeandra	Girl	Masculine; Manly; Strong; Warrior; Courageous
Sontee	Girl	A strong woman
Ronika	Unisex	Strong counsel; Victory bringer; True image
Chriselda	Girl	Grey battle, Strong; Powerful; Vigorous; Tough
Valynn	Unisex	Strong; Vigorous; Healthy
Thayden	Girl	Strong; Courageous; Leader
Juliza	Girl	A name with strong spirit
Karlyn	Girl	Strong woman
Karrie	Girl	Strong woman; Free woman; Beautiful; Song of joy; Army

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Infographic: Exquisite Girl Names with Meanings Strong

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