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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56 Girl Names with Meanings Tree, Starting With A

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Ayla	Girl	Oak tree; Halo; With the moon
Alani	Girl	Little rock; Handsome; Orange tree or orange fruit; Peaceful; Fragrant
Alivia	Girl	Olive tree; Descendant of the ancestor
Alora	Girl	God is light; Dreamer; Shining brightness; Bay tree
Ashlyn	Girl	Dream; Vision; Ash tree clearing
Aila	Girl	Noble; Holy; Blessed; Halo; Moonlight; Terebinth tree
Ashlynn	Girl	Ash tree clearing; Dream; Vision
Aylah	Girl	Oaktree; Terebinth tree; Gazelle; Moonlight; Halo
Aylani	Unisex	Chief; Orange tree
Ashly	Girl	Of the Ash-tree meadow; Ash tree clearing; Dream; Vision

Aayla	Girl	Terebinth tree; Moonlight; Halo; Born of knowledge
Alanie	Unisex	Graceful; Orange tree
Alona	Girl	Oak tree; Sturdy and strong
Aloni	Unisex	Oak tree
Aiva	Unisex	Yew tree; Army; Warrior; Quince
Ashlee	Girl	Ash tree clearing; Meadow of Ash trees; Of the Ash tree meadow
Amera	Girl	Princess; Tree top; High born girl
Asuna	Unisex	Apple tree of tomorrow
Ashlynne	Girl	Ash tree clearing
Anahy	Girl	Cockspur coral tree

Aspynn	Girl	Aspen tree
Amerah	Girl	Princess; Tree top; High born girl; Leader
Aylla	Unisex	Moonlight; Moon halo; Edge of a sword; Terebinth tree
Aslynn	Unisex	Ash tree clearing
Aerie	Unisex	The nest of a bird of prey, typically built on a cliff or mountain top; Cherry tree; Locksmith
Aily	Unisex	Hazelnut; Bird; Juniper tree
Aspin	Unisex	Aspen tree
Adassa	Girl	Laughter; Myrtle tree
Ashla	Girl	Ash meadow; Meadow of ash trees; Ash tree clearing
Ashlea	Girl	Ash tree clearing

Alane	Girl	Little rock; Handsome; Precious; Tree
Allona	Boy	Oak tree
Adalinda	Girl	Noble; Linden tree; Soft; Flexible; Tender; Mild
Alaqua	Girl	A sweet gum tree
Ashleena	Girl	Ash tree clearing
Ashli	Girl	Ash wood; Meadow of ash trees; Ash tree clearing; Variant of the name Ashley
Athilda	Girl	At the elder tree; From the elder tree grove; A variant of the name Atilda
Atilda	Girl	At the elder tree; From the elder tree grove; A variant of the name Athilda
Aamrapali	Girl	A mango tree leaf
Acela	Girl	A flower from the God or the ash tree

Aegel	Girl	The spruce tree; The grass snake
Aegelmaer	Girl	A little spruce tree; Daughter of grass snake
Aesca	Girl	A girl from the ash tree
Aescla	Girl	One who is from the ash tree farm
Aescleah	Girl	The forest of ash tree
Aesclin	Girl	One who belongs to the farm of ash tree
Ajwa	Boy	Tree
Allar	Girl	Alder tree
Aoko	Girl	An evergreen blue tree
Arooj	Unisex	Juniper tree; Promote

Aryisha	Girl	Under a tree,Umbrella
Ascelina	Girl	Ash tree; Noble
Ashlie	Girl	Ash tree clearing
Aska	Girl	Ash tree; Cinder; Deer; Gazelle
Attheaeldre	Girl	Someone who is at the elder tree
Allonia	Girl	Oak tree

Infographic: Top Girl Names with Meanings Tree, Starting With A

Our infographic below features options from timeless classics to contemporary favorites that complement your child's personality. Scroll through the list to find the perfect name that reflects your preferences and your family's shared values.

Girl Names with Meanings Tree, Starting With A(infographic)

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