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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76 Girl Names with Meanings Sun, Starting With S

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Solana	Girl	Sunshine; The sun; Place exposed to the sun; Melting; Wind from the east
Suri	Girl	Princess; Red rose; Noblewoman; Sage; Sun
Shanaya	Girl	First ray of Sun; Distinguished; Eminent
Sunshine	Girl	Light from the sun
Sunni	Girl	She was the gift of the Sun
Solveig	Girl	Woman of the house; Strength of the sun
Solange	Girl	Solemn; Religious; Sun angel;
Solara	Unisex	Of the sun; Sunlight
Sunflower	Girl	A kind of a yellow flower that follows the Sun
Sunniva	Girl	Sun gift

Solei	Unisex	Sun
Sylvi	Unisex	Sun; Strength; Wood; Forest
Solenn	Girl	Religious; Sunlight; Eastern wind; Sun
Solis	Unisex	Sun
Soley	Girl	An island of sun; Buttercup flower
Solyana	Girl	Divine light; Shining sun
Sole	Unisex	Sun; Solitude
Saavi	Unisex	Unique flower; The sun; Cherished; Precious; A name for Goddess Lakshmi
Sihana	Unisex	Like the Moon; Bright ray of the Sun
Soleia	Unisex	Sun

Shamsa	Girl	The Sun
Sorina	Girl	A Sun-like woman
Savita	Girl	Sun; Rouser; Stimulator
Synnove	Girl	A girl who was the Sun's gift; To be gifted by the Sun
Samaire	Girl	Dawning Sun; Morning star
Soli	Unisex	Sun; Capable; Competent; Strange
Suriyah	Unisex	Sun; Sunshine
Syrita	Girl	She is a Sun
Solay	Unisex	Sunlight; Rays of the sun
Sonita	Girl	She who is like the young Sun

Soraiya	Girl	Sun; The Pleiades; Sky; Light
Solita	Girl	A little loner; A little girl who enjoys solitude; Sun
Savitri	Girl	Relating to the sun; Mother; Cow; Of the yamuna river; Wife of Brahma; Indra; Shiva
Sharika	Girl	Partner; Participant; God's child on whom the sun shines
Salana	Girl	A place exposed to the sun; Sun
Solvi	Unisex	Sun strength; Woods
Syona	Boy	Beautiful; A ray of light; Sun; Sack; Pleasure
Solaya	Unisex	Sun Goddess
Sunna	Girl	The Sun
Sabita	Girl	Rouser; Stimulator; Sun

Sabitri	Girl	One who is related to the sun; A beautiful person
Sarnali	Girl	The Sun Goddess
Saule	Girl	Sun; Lithuanian Sun Goddess; Ray; Sunbeam
Savarna	Girl	Daughter of the ocean; Wife of Sun
Shamsuddinkhan	Girl	The Sun of religion
Shamsunnahar	Girl	She who is like the Sun to the daytime
Shamsunnisa	Girl	The Sun of the women
Shidah	Girl	She who is as bright as the Sun
Sheedah	Girl	She who is as bright as the Sun
Shuaila	Girl	Of the rays of sun or moon

Shurooq	Girl	A woman who is like a sun-rise; One who rises
Solfrid	Girl	She is beautiful like the Sun
Soliesse	Girl	She who is like a Sun
Solvej	Girl	A woman with the strength of the Sun
Solvey	Girl	She is as strong as the Sun
Solvig	Girl	A girl who is strong like the Sun
Sunhild	Girl	She is the Sun's battle maiden
Sunhilde	Girl	She is the warrior of the Sun
Sunngifu	Girl	She is the gift of the Sun
Sunnild	Girl	She is like the Sun

Sunrise	Girl	A dawn; The time when the sun rises over the horizon
Suravi	Girl	A lady who can be compared to the Sun
Suryadita	Girl	She who can be compared to the Sun
Suryamukhi	Girl	She whose face is like a Sun
Suryani	Girl	She is the wife of the Sun
Suryaprabha	Girl	A woman whose brightness can be compared to the Sun
Sushma	Girl	Sun; Fire; Light; Fragrance; Wind; Luster
Sylve	Girl	She who holds the strength of the Sun
Synne	Girl	Gift of the sun
Suncana	Girl	Sun or sunny

Solveiga	Girl	Strength or the sun
Suriani	Girl	Sun
Suriawati	Girl	Female sun
Sunnifa	Girl	Sun gift
Shirisha	Girl	Shining sun
Survi	Unisex	Sacred; The Sun

Infographic: Notable Girl Names with Meanings Sun, Starting With S

Naming a child is a challenging task. Names are not just labels; they map your child's path for the rest of their lives. To help you choose the right one, we have compiled a list of some amazing Girl Names with Meanings Sun, Starting With S. Dive in to find the most appropriate name for your little one, and give them an identifier that reminds them of your love forever.

Girl Names with Meanings Sun, Starting With S(infographic)

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