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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236 Girl Names with Meanings Water

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Winter	Girl	Winter season; Water; Wet
Yareli	Girl	Lady of the water
Kamiyah	Girl	Good mother; Illusion; Water
Anais	Girl	Highly gracious; Merciful; Immaculate; Undefiled; Goddess of fertility, healing, wisdom, and water
Avah	Girl	To breathe; Life; Sound; Water; Bird
India	Girl	Country originating in river Indus; Body of trembling water, river
Tallulah	Girl	Leaping water; Town by the river; Rock
Lakelyn	Girl	Beautiful lake; An inland body of water
Myah	Girl	Water; Good mother; Illusion; Courage
Ayana	Girl	Beautiful flower; Color; Design; Spring water; Delicate

Nahla	Girl	First drink of water; Honey bee; Water in the desert; Gift
Yaritza	Girl	Friend; Helper; Lady of the water; Small butterfly
Joslyn	Girl	A member of the Gauts tribe; From the land of flowing water; Joyful
Alara	Girl	Mythological water fairy; Ruler of all
Miyah	Girl	Good mother; Foster mother; Dame; Illusion; Magic; Water; Mine
Lakelynn	Unisex	An inland body of water
Yatziri	Girl	Maiden of the moon; Friend; Lady of the water
Nalah	Girl	Stem; Hollow reed; Water in the desert; Queen; Lion; Successful; Beloved
Katara	Girl	Water droplet; Pure; Raindrop; Drop; From Qatar
Mai	Girl	Water; Love; Dance; Beloved

Moana	Girl	Ocean; Vast expanse of water
Talulah	Girl	Leaping water; Town
Nilah	Girl	Water hyacinth; Moon; Dark blue; Indigo
Rawan	Girl	To feed water
Arika	Girl	Gold; Blue water lily; Brave; Ruler of all
Laiklyn	Girl	From a small water body
Indya	Unisex	River; Body of trembling water
Island	Unisex	A piece of land surrounded by water
Selin	Unisex	Flood; Torrent; Abundant flowing water
Everlyn	Unisex	Boar clearing; Desired; Water; Island

Tula	Girl	Leaping water; Peaceful; Mountain top; Balance; To be tranquil
Taliya	Girl	Gentle dew from heaven; By the water; To blossom; Dew from God
Aarika	Girl	Beautiful; Lovely; Beautiful water lily; Golden; Gilded
Yanira	Girl	Gift from God; Lonian; Water nymph
Yarah	Girl	Honeycomb; Honeysuckle; Small butterfly; Water lady; Strong
Talula	Girl	Leaping water; Town
Nixie	Girl	Small water sprite; Water fairy
Maiyah	Unisex	Water; Illusion; Dame
Kenda	Girl	Child of clear, cool water; Greatest champion
Anahit	Girl	Goddess of fertility, wisdom, water, and healing

Avilyn	Unisex	Hazelnut; Bird; Water
Avana	Unisex	Favor; Preservation; Protection; Satisfaction; Pleasure; Water; Rainbow
Thara	Girl	Stream; Water; Wealth
Naida	Girl	The water nymph; Undefiled; Immaculate
Sejal	Girl	Pure; Sacred water; Teardrop
Tallula	Girl	Leaping water
Avina	Unisex	A gift of God; Pure like water
Kyelle	Girl	A narrow strait of a water
Yarelis	Girl	Water lady
Atziri	Girl	Most beautiful flower that lives in the water; Moon flower

Manahil	Girl	A girl who is like a spring of fresh water
Shifa	Girl	Sweet; Healing; Root of water-lily; Fibrous root; Mother
Nakendra	Girl	Born in the sea or lake or water
Ahtziri	Girl	Cornflower; Corn goddess; Friend; Helper; Lady of the water
Aqua	Girl	Water
Yaima	Girl	Water conduit
Athziri	Girl	Flower water
Mazy	Unisex	Wages; Reward; Goods; Wares; Water
Iara	Girl	Lady of the water; Mistress of the water
Jala	Girl	To wander; To think; Water; Dew; Hoarfrost

Portland	Unisex	Land surrounding the water; City in Oregon
Arali	Girl	The base of Earth; water
Talise	Girl	Beautiful water; My God is my oath
Evleen	Unisex	Hazelnut; Life; Beauty; Bird; Water
Nerida	Girl	Sea nymph; Water lily
Nilofar	Girl	The lilies which blooming in the water
Jarita	Girl	A legendary bird; An earthen water jug
Aquanetta	Girl	Water sprite; Laughing water; Deep water
Toula	Girl	Light; Zodiac sign; Leaping water; Tranquil; Mountain peak
Nahlah	Girl	Drink of water

Oceania	Unisex	River; Body of water
Ilayda	Unisex	Princess of the sea; Water sprite
Nilufer	Girl	Water lily
Roanne	Girl	Rose; Gracious; Flowing water
Teleah	Unisex	Dew of God; Near water
Kiandra	Girl	Magical water; Ancient one
Belize	Unisex	Muddy water; Name of a river;
Moselle	Girl	Son; Deliver; Drawn out from the water
Nerea	Girl	Mine; Water
Nyxie	Unisex	Water sprite; Water fairy

Nalina	Girl	Water lily; Lotus; The indigo plant
Rhiya	Girl	A flowing water; River or a stream
Pinar	Girl	A fountain or a spring of water
Mayim	Girl	Water; One pure as water
Nandika	Girl	Joy; Pleasure; Red cedar; Small water jar
Moona	Girl	Advisor; Counsel; One; Single; Drew out of water
Anahid	Girl	Goddess of fertility, healing, wisdom, and water; Clean
Michala	Girl	The natural stream of water
Anaida	Girl	Goddess of fertility, healing, wisdom, and water; Clean
Janhvi	Girl	A river Ganga; The beauty of water

Janavi	Girl	The river Ganga; The beauty of water
Moanna	Girl	Ocean; Vast expanse of water
Manika	Girl	Water jar; Precious jewels; A bracelet made of glass
Mozelle	Girl	Saved out of the water; Drawn out of the water; Savior; Deliver
Sibel	Girl	Water fountain; Prophet; Chosen
Jameka	Girl	Land of wood and water; Land of springs
Niloufar	Girl	Water lily
Rydia	Unisex	Rose petals on still water
Saraswati	Girl	Owning water; A river goddess; Goddess of learning
Tahli	Unisex	Near water

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Infographic: Elegant Girl Names with Meanings Water

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