Top girl Names For 2021
Choose the right fit for your lovely little lady.
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Parents often look for meaningful baby names. The list of popular girl names of 2021 indicated that parents opted for names with rich history and deep meanings. Many names rooted in foreign languages won over parents because of their unique sound and positive meaning. Names also gained popularity because of the admirable or pleasant qualities they embodied.
Names like the Greek Sophia (She who possesses great knowledge and wisdom), German Caroline (independent woman), and the Roman Julia (God’s peace for the weary) rose the charts as parents appreciated their deep meaning. The Latin Olivia (peace), Roman Emily (hardworking), and the Greek Victoria (victory) also stayed strong in the popularity chart due to their positive connotations. Even nature-inspired names such as the Latin Luna (moon), Hazel (the hazel tree), and Lily (beautiful white flower) seemed to appeal to the parents. Check out the list below, compiled by the SSA (1), to discover the most popular names of 2021 and find the perfect name for your little lady.
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| Name | Gender | Meaning | |
|---|---|---|---|
 |  Girl | Peace; Olive tree | |
| | Girl | Whole; Universal | |
| | Girl | Desire; Life; Bird-like; Voice; Sound | |
| | Girl | Free person; Petite | |
| | Girl | She who possesses great knowledge and wisdom | |
| | Girl | Hard working; Industrious | |
| | Girl | God is my oath | |
| | Girl | Mine; Dear; Darling; Wished-for child; Sea of bitterness; Beloved; Rebelliousness | |
| | Girl | Religious attendant; Priest's helper | |
| | Girl | My father is joy; Cause of joy | |
| | Girl | God is gracious | |
| | Girl | Moon | |
| | Girl | Beautiful; Goddess; Other | |
| | Girl | My God is an oath | |
| | Girl | Wisdom | |
| | Girl | To strive; To excel; Hardworking; Rival | |
| | Girl | Gracious; Dear; Soldier; Miracles | |
| | Girl | The color scarlet; Bright red; A person who sold or made clothes made of scarlet | |
| | Girl | The other Aenor; Shining light; Riches; Fame | |
| | Girl | Night; Dark | |
| | Girl | Weaver; Duck | |
| | Girl | Fresh blooming; Ripe green shoot; Yellow | |
| | Girl | Song; Air; Melody | |
| | Girl | Goodness; Generosity | |
| | Girl | God is my light; My God is an oath; Torch | |
| | Girl | Light; Bright; Honor; Dignity; Victorious | |
| | Girl | The hazel tree | |
| | Girl | Eternal Life; Life; To breathe; Alive; To live | |
| | Girl | Victory; Roman goddess of victory | |
| | Girl | Name of a flower; Purity; Innocence | |
| | Girl | Dawn | |
| | Girl | Purple; Purple flower | |
| | Girl | Grace; Favor; God has favored me | |
| | Girl | Life | |
| | Girl | Rival; Laborious; Eager | |
| |  Unisex | Star; Pillar | |
| | Girl | Boar meadow; Boar clearing | |
| | Girl | Island | |
| | Girl | Weary; Tired; Cow | |
| | Girl | My god is an oath; Lily flower; Purity | |
| | Girl | Willow tree; Freedom | |
| | Girl | Light | |
| | Girl | Birthday; Birthday of the God; Christmas; Festival of the nativity | |
| | Girl | God has given the answer; Sun | |
| | Girl | Torch; Shining light | |
| | Girl | Clear; Bright; Famous | |
| | Girl | Climber plant; Fig | |
| | Girl | Noble strength | |
| | Girl | Illusion; Magic; Sea of bitterness; Beloved; Good mother; Dame | |
| | Girl | Beautiful; God is my oath | |
| | Girl | Ascending; Highborn; Exalted; Sublime; Lofty | |
| | Girl | Of Magdala; Tower | |
| | Girl | Delicate | |
| | Girl | Man; Independent woman | |
| | Girl | Strong; Vigourous; Healthy | |
| | Girl | A precious red jewel; Red gemstone | |
| | Girl | She who is wise | |
| | Girl | Noble; Kind; Nobility | |
| | Boy | A messenger | |
| | Unisex | God is my strength | |
| | Girl | Princess; Noblewoman | |
| | Girl | Most holy; Golden life; Noble; Aryan | |
| | Girl | Of noble birth; Nobility | |
| | Girl | Meadow of hay; Hay clearing | |
| | Girl | Name of the season Autumn; Fall | |
| | Girl | Heaven | |
| | Girl | Christmas day; Born on Christmas day; Of or concerning birth | |
| | Girl | Princess; Noblewoman | |
| | Girl | God shall grow; Jehovah increases | |
| | Girl | Maiden; Girl; Daughter | |
| | Girl | Name of God; Flower | |
| | Girl | To breathe; To live; Mother of life; Full of life | |
| | Girl | Boar meadow; Boar clearing | |
| | Girl | Woman from Lydia | |
| | Girl | Of Magdala; High Tower | |
| | Girl | Noble; Kind; Nobility | |
| | Girl | God is my strength | |
| | Girl | Bright; Clear | |
| | Girl | Ewe; Beam of light; Counsel; Protection; Lake | |
| | Girl | Black; Dark; Dark-skinned | |
| | Girl | Melody; Song | |
| | Girl | Downy-bearded; Youthful; Descended from Jove or Jupiter; Supreme God; God's peace for the weary | |
| | Girl | Of Athens; Wise; Goddess of war and wisdom | |
| | Girl | Lily; Purity; Innocence | |
| | Girl | Rose; Flower; Famous type | |
| | Girl | My God is an oath; Pledged to God; Joyful | |
| | Girl | Noble; Of a noble kind | |
| | Girl | Laurel; Crown | |
| | Girl | Night; Night beauty; Delicate; Sport; Drama; From the island | |
| | Girl | Joyful; Happy; Lofty | |
| | Girl | My God is an oath; Devoted to God | |
| | Girl | Beloved; Exalted; Sea of bitterness; Wished-for child | |
| | Girl | Most holy; Silver; Melody | |
| | Girl | Pearl | |
| | Girl | He has heard; Listening; Son | |
| | Girl | Oak tree; Halo; With the moon | |
| | Girl | Boomerang; Narrows; Channel; Strait | |
| | Girl | My God has answered; Sun; Light of favor | |
| | Girl | God will give; God is gracious | |
| | Girl | Pure; Each of the two | |
The list of popular girl names in 2021 will give you an idea about the different names you can consider when looking for names for your daughter. For final selection, ensure you have not chosen the name only because it is popular. Opt for a name that many parents admire but also is in line with the values you believe in. If you’re unsure, consider the one quality you hope your daughter will embody and seek a name that reflects that trait.
Infographic: Popular Spiritual Names For Girls
Religion has been a part of human society for millennia and has shaped our traditions, values, and beliefs. No matter the culture, faith in the One ultimate power is evident in the baby names of different languages. Check out the infographic below to explore some of the most popular baby girl names with spiritual significance.
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References
- Popular Names in 2020.
https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/
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