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
Olivia	Girl	Peace; Olive tree
Hazel	Girl	The hazel tree
Willow	Girl	Willow tree; Freedom
Ayla	Girl	Oak tree; Halo; With the moon
Olive	Girl	Olive tree
Alani	Girl	Little rock; Handsome; Orange tree or orange fruit; Peaceful; Fragrant
Alivia	Girl	Olive tree; Descendant of the ancestor
Marlee	Girl	Pleasant wood; Boundary wood; Marten wood; Marshy meadow;Elderberry tree
Alora	Girl	God is light; Dreamer; Shining brightness; Bay tree
Nola	Girl	Olive tree; God is with us; White shoulders; Fair; Noble

Faye	Girl	Fairy; Loyalty; Beech tree; Belief
Laurel	Girl	Laurel tree; Bay tree
Lina	Girl	Tender; Palm tree; Flax; United; Absorbed; Pretty; Elegant; Sunlight; Cascade falls
Hadassah	Girl	Myrtle tree
Ashlyn	Girl	Dream; Vision; Ash tree clearing
Aila	Girl	Noble; Holy; Blessed; Halo; Moonlight; Terebinth tree
Ashlynn	Girl	Ash tree clearing; Dream; Vision
Iyla	Girl	Moonlight; Terebinth tree; Earth; Speech; Island
Linda	Girl	Beautiful; Soft; Flexible; Linden tree; to wait
Kimora	Girl	Tree; Wood; Town; Village; Golden meadow; From the meadow

Zainab	Girl	Fragrant tree; Beautiful plant; Beauty; Life of Zeus
Kaiya	Girl	Forgiveness; Yew tree; Pure; Elegant
Aylah	Girl	Oaktree; Terebinth tree; Gazelle; Moonlight; Halo
Kamora	Girl	Chameleon; Tree; Village; Wood
Aylani	Unisex	Chief; Orange tree
Elowen	Girl	Elm tree
Kalina	Girl	Flower; Viburnum tree
Maple	Girl	Maple tree
Geneva	Girl	Juniper tree; Woman of the clan or family
Yvette	Girl	A skilled archer; Yew tree

Iva	Girl	God is gracious; Willow tree; Yew
Rayla	Girl	Beam of light; Terabinth tree; Beam of light; Goddess; Wise protector
Zaynab	Unisex	A fragrant tree; Beauty; Life of Zeus
Ashly	Girl	Of the Ash-tree meadow; Ash tree clearing; Dream; Vision
Ellowyn	Girl	Elm tree
Tamara	Girl	Date palm tree; One who loves the land
Melia	Girl	Ash tree; Honey
Coco	Girl	Chocolate bean; Palm tree; Help
Zeynep	Girl	Fragrant flowering tree; Beauty; Life of Zeus
Hadassa	Girl	Myrtle tree

Yvonne	Girl	Yew tree; Archer
Sidra	Girl	Goddess of the stars; Lotus tree; Order
Aayla	Girl	Terebinth tree; Moonlight; Halo; Born of knowledge
Hollie	Girl	Holly tree; Hollow-eyed
Jenevieve	Girl	Woman; Family; Juniper tree
Cedar	Girl	One from the coniferous tree
Berkleigh	Girl	Birch tree clearing
Tamar	Girl	Date palm; Palm tree
Livie	Girl	Olive tree; Envious; Blue
Olyvia	Girl	Olive; Olive tree; Ancestor's descendant; All cautious

Evette	Girl	Yew tree
Alanie	Unisex	Graceful; Orange tree
Hayzel	Unisex	Hazelnut tree; Light brown colour
Keisha	Girl	Restored to the heart of God; Cassia tree; Cinnamon
Lian	Girl	Church; Lotus; Graceful willow tree
Nara	Girl	Happy; Country; Sun; Pomegranate tree; Man
Alona	Girl	Oak tree; Sturdy and strong
Aloni	Unisex	Oak tree
Aiva	Unisex	Yew tree; Army; Warrior; Quince
Kezia	Girl	Cassia tree; Sweet-scented spice; Cinnamon bark; Restored to the strength of God

Eyla	Girl	Halo of light around the moon; Oak tree
Lynley	Girl	Flax wood; Lime tree woodland; Lime grove
Jazlin	Girl	The forest of olive tree; Blue planet; Jasmine blossom
Ashlee	Girl	Ash tree clearing; Meadow of Ash trees; Of the Ash tree meadow
Oliviana	Girl	Olive; Olive tree; Gracious olive tree
Wanda	Girl	A wend; Slender; Young tree
Yessenia	Girl	Palm tree
Amera	Girl	Princess; Tree top; High born girl
Dasia	Girl	Possessing goodness; Already seen; Myrtle tree
Mahina	Girl	Moon; Month; Light; Genuine; Male; Dance; Full; Queen; Apple tree

Hazelynn	Unisex	Hazel tree; Light brown colour
Sedra	Girl	Order; Sequence; Lote tree
Lareen	Girl	The one who symbolizes honor and victory; Like a laurel tree
Kaleena	Girl	Each of the two; Pure; Viburnum tree
Eilah	Girl	Terebinth tree; Oak; Blessed; Holy
Asuna	Unisex	Apple tree of tomorrow
Hazely	Unisex	From the hazel tree; The light brown colour
Emsley	Girl	Elm tree; Woodland clearing
Lynnleigh	Girl	Flaxwood; Lime tree clearing; Lime grove
Kymora	Unisex	Tree town

Hazelle	Girl	The hazel tree
Jessenia	Girl	A type of palm tree
Nysa	Girl	Tree; Ambition; New beginning
Defne	Girl	A laurel tree; Name of a place in Turkey
Olivianna	Girl	Olive; Olive tree
Iveth	Girl	Yew tree
Ashlynne	Girl	Ash tree clearing
Anahy	Girl	Cockspur coral tree
Evaleigh	Girl	Juniper tree; From Eve's meadow; Meadow of life
Olivine	Girl	Olive; Olive tree

Aspynn	Girl	Aspen tree
Elivia	Girl	Olive tree; My God is an oath
Holli	Girl	Holly tree; Hollow-eyed
Lona	Girl	Torch; Strength; Father light; Tower; Moon goddess; Lioness; Oak tree; Canvas
Keysha	Unisex	Cinnamon; Cassia; From the spice tree
Nyssa	Girl	To test; Goal; Tree: New beginning
Keziah	Boy	Cassia tree; Sweet-scented spice; Cinnamon bark; Restored to the strength of God
Hazyl	Girl	Tree; Nut
Lesli	Girl	A garden where the holly tree grows
Lynnea	Girl	Twinflower; Linden tree; Lime tree

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Infographic: Popular Girl Names with Meanings Tree

Girl Names with Meanings Tree are a beautiful blend of cultural values and traditions. In addition to being deeply meaningful, they carry stories of heritage and hopes for the future. Our infographic below shares some charming choices that are distinct, elegant, and timeless. Explore the list to find a name that would be an added gem to your child's shining personality. Share this infographic with other expecting parents and help them find a rare jewel for their children.

Girl Names with Meanings Tree(infographic)

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