Top girl Names For 2023

Discover the favorites from the past and the trends of today.

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Last Updated on Oct 3, 2024

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In the olden days, parents often chose baby names based on cultural or family traditions. However, looking at the popular girl names of 2023, it is evident that modern parents may follow traditions but are also open to fresh, contemporary names. In 2023, various names gained popularity as parents stuck to the timeless classics while giving fresh, contemporary names a chance.

On one hand, classic names like Olivia (olive tree), Emma (universal), and Charlotte (free man) stood at the top of the list favored by parents who prefer traditional choices. On the other hand, the same list also featured modern names such as Gianna (God is gracious), Aria (melody), and Harper (one who plays the harp), reflecting a willingness to try contemporary options. Even short names such as Luna (moon), Ella (goddess), and Nora (light) received much love from parents for their simplicity and cuteness. Whether you are looking for classics or fresh, modern names, this list is compiled by the SSA (1) and consists of the most popular choices parents loved in 2023.

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Name		Gender	Meaning
Olivia		Girl	Peace; Olive tree
Emma		Girl	Whole; Universal
Charlotte		Girl	Free person; Petite
Amelia		Girl	Hard working; Industrious
Sophia		Girl	She who possesses great knowledge and wisdom
Isabella		Girl	God is my oath
Ava		Girl	Desire; Life; Bird-like; Voice; Sound
Mia		Girl	Mine; Dear; Darling; Wished-for child; Sea of bitterness; Beloved; Rebelliousness
Luna		Girl	Moon
Camila		Girl	Religious attendant; Priest's helper
Sofia		Girl	Wisdom
Scarlett		Girl	The color scarlet; Bright red; A person who sold or made clothes made of scarlet
Elizabeth		Girl	My God is an oath
Eleanor		Girl	The other Aenor; Shining light; Riches; Fame
Emily		Girl	To strive; To excel; Hardworking; Rival
Mila		Girl	Gracious; Dear; Soldier; Miracles
Chloe		Girl	Fresh blooming; Ripe green shoot; Yellow
Violet		Girl	Purple; Purple flower
Penelope		Girl	Weaver; Duck
Gianna		Girl	God is gracious
Aria		Girl	Song; Air; Melody
Abigail		Girl	My father is joy; Cause of joy
Ella		Girl	Beautiful; Goddess; Other
Hazel		Girl	The hazel tree
Nora		Girl	Light; Bright; Honor; Dignity; Victorious
Layla		Girl	Night; Dark
Lily		Girl	Name of a flower; Purity; Innocence
Aurora		Girl	Dawn
Ellie		Girl	God is my light; My God is an oath; Torch
Isla		Girl	Island
Grace		Girl	Goodness; Generosity
Willow		Girl	Willow tree; Freedom
Zoe		Girl	Life
Stella		Unisex	Star; Pillar
Ivy		Girl	Climber plant; Fig
Eliana		Girl	God has given the answer; Sun
Victoria		Girl	Victory; Roman goddess of victory
Emilia		Girl	Rival; Laborious; Eager
Zoey		Girl	Eternal Life; Life; To breathe; Alive; To live
Hannah		Girl	Grace; Favor; God has favored me
Lucy		Girl	Light
Elena		Girl	Torch; Shining light
Lillian		Girl	My god is an oath; Lily flower; Purity
Maya		Girl	Illusion; Magic; Sea of bitterness; Beloved; Good mother; Dame
Leah		Girl	Weary; Tired; Cow
Natalie		Girl	Birthday; Birthday of the God; Christmas; Festival of the nativity
Everly		Girl	Boar meadow; Boar clearing
Valentina		Girl	Strong; Vigourous; Healthy
Delilah		Girl	Delicate
Madelyn		Girl	Of Magdala; Tower
Angel		Boy	A messenger
Ruby		Girl	A precious red jewel; Red gemstone
Sophie		Girl	She who is wise
Alice		Girl	Noble; Kind; Nobility
Claire		Girl	Clear; Bright; Famous
Audrey		Girl	Noble strength
Sadie		Girl	Princess; Noblewoman
Aaliyah		Girl	Ascending; Highborn; Exalted; Sublime; Lofty
Josephine		Girl	God shall grow; Jehovah increases
Autumn		Girl	Name of the season Autumn; Fall
Cora		Girl	Maiden; Girl; Daughter
Caroline		Girl	Man; Independent woman
Athena		Girl	Of Athens; Wise; Goddess of war and wisdom
Natalia		Girl	Christmas day; Born on Christmas day; Of or concerning birth
Hailey		Girl	Meadow of hay; Hay clearing
Bella		Girl	Beautiful; God is my oath
Eloise		Girl	Healthy; Wide; Whole; Sun; Famous warrior
Gabriella		Unisex	God is my strength
Ariana		Girl	Most holy; Golden life; Noble; Aryan
Adeline		Girl	Noble; Kind; Nobility
Lydia		Girl	Woman from Lydia
Nevaeh		Girl	Heaven
Sarah		Girl	Princess; Noblewoman
Liliana		Girl	Lily; Purity; Innocence
Ayla		Girl	Oak tree; Halo; With the moon
Raelynn		Girl	Ewe; Beam of light; Counsel; Protection; Lake
Everleigh		Girl	Boar meadow; Boar clearing
Allison		Girl	Of noble birth; Nobility
Madeline		Girl	Of Magdala; High Tower
Maeve		Girl	One who rules or intoxicates
Lyla		Girl	Night; Night beauty; Delicate; Sport; Drama; From the island
Samantha		Girl	Name of God; Flower
Eva		Girl	To breathe; To live; Mother of life; Full of life
Melody		Girl	Melody; Song
Clara		Girl	Bright; Clear
Julia		Girl	Downy-bearded; Youthful; Descended from Jove or Jupiter; Supreme God; God's peace for the weary
Brielle		Girl	God is my strength
Rose		Girl	Rose; Flower; Famous type
Josie		Girl	God will give; God is gracious
Eliza		Girl	My God is an oath; Pledged to God; Joyful
Daisy		Girl	Daisy flower; Day eye
Lucia		Girl	Light
Margaret		Girl	Pearl
Millie		Girl	Gentle strength; Brave
Freya		Girl	A noble woman
Melanie		Girl	Black; Dark; Dark-skinned
Elliana		Girl	My God has answered; Sun; Light of favor
Alina		Girl	Noble; White; Bright
Adalynn		Girl	Noble; Of a noble kind
Mary		Girl	Beloved; Exalted; Sea of bitterness; Wished-for child

Infographic: Trendy Short Names For Baby Girls

Short names were mostly used as nicknames because they were easy to pronounce and remember. They also oozed charm and cuteness, which made them endearing. Over time, the simplicity of these short names captured parents’ hearts, and many of these short names have transitioned into lovable given names for girls. Check the infographic below for the most popular short names for girls in 2023.

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