Female first names most popular over the past 5 years.
PALMER
FemaleEnglish given name that originally referred to a pilgrim returning from the Holy Land with a palm branch, symbolizing their journey.
GRACELYN
FemaleEnglish female name formed by combining 'Grace', meaning elegance and kindness, and 'Elaine', signifying sun ray.
RAELYN
FemaleEnchanting Irish name derived from the surname Raleigh, meaning "from the bright or red meadow.
MABEL
FemaleEnglish name derived from 'Amalie', meaning 'exalted, noble'.
HEIDI
FemaleGerman-origin female name meaning 'noble', popularized by Johanna Spyri's 1880 children's book inspired by adventurous Heidi Keller of the Swiss Alps.
MAISIE
FemaleCharming Scottish feminine name derived from the Old French word 'maizié', meaning 'made of maize' or 'corn'.
DALEYZA
FemaleUnique Spanish female name that combines 'Dalia', the dalia flower, with 'Yza', short for Isabel or Isabelle, meaning 'devoted to God'. It conveys devotion like a beautiful flower.
LUCIANA
FemaleDistinctive Italian feminine name derived from Latin 'lux', meaning light.
KATE
FemaleEnglish female given name, derived from Katherine/Catherine, meaning 'pure' in Greek. It's been popular since Victorian times and carries a timeless appeal with notable figures like Kate Middleton and Kate Winslet.
WILLA
FemaleUnique English name derived from German Wilhelmina or Germanic elements 'will' meaning "resolute power" and 'helm' meaning "helmet" or "protection". It gained popularity in recent years due to its unisex nature and strong yet approachable sound.
REMINGTON
FemaleThe name Remington originates from English Old words "ræming" meaning "great" or "powerful," combined with "tun" referring to a settlement, translating into "great settlement" or "powerful estate.
ELIANNA
FemaleUnique Hebrew feminine form of Elijah, meaning 'the Lord is my God', popularized in English-speaking countries.
GWENDOLYN
FemaleWelsh name meaning "blessed ring" or "happy love", derived from the elements "gwen" (white/fair) and "dolen" (ring/circle).
NAYELI
FemaleUnique Mexican female name derived from Nahuatl, meaning 'towards the house' or 'heading home'.
ESME
FemaleScottish name meaning "to love" or "cherished".
ELLE
FemaleFrench origin, meaning "she," and gained popularity in the late 20th century, first appearing in Jean-Luc Godard's film "Elle" (1962).
DEMI
FemaleFrench unisex name derived from the Latin word "demis," meaning "half.
ESMERALDA
FemaleEnchanting name of Spanish origin derived from the Arabic word "asmara," meaning "love" or "beloved.
MAKENNA
FemaleCaptivating Scottish name derived from "Magaidh," meaning "pearl," signifying purity, elegance, and beauty.
ROSEMARY
FemaleLatin-derived name meaning "dew of the sea," popularized in the Middle Ages as a symbol of remembrance, often associated with the Virgin Mary, and used by notable authors like Shakespeare and Emily Brontë.
SELAH
FemaleHebrew origin and means "pause" or "lift up", derived from the Hebrew word used in the Psalms to indicate a musical interlude for reflection.
VERONICA
FemaleLatin-derived feminine name meaning 'bearing victory,' popularized by Saint Veronica's association with Jesus Christ.
RYLIE
FemaleModern, American name, possibly derived from Riley or Bailey, meaning "valiant and strong" or "from the clearing," or alternatively from Irish O'Reilly, signifying "descendant of the fair-haired one.
MADELEINE
FemaleFrench feminine given name derived from the Latin word "Magdalena," meaning "from Magdala." It was popularized by Saint Mary Magdalene and has since become associated with holiness and virtue.
REGINA
FemaleLatin female given name meaning 'queen' or 'royal'.
MAKENZIE
FemaleModern, American name that originated from the Scottish surname MacKenzie, meaning "son of Kenneth," which translates to "handsome" or "winning hero.
LANA
FemaleBeautiful Slavic given name meaning "rope" or "cord," popular in Russia, Ukraine, Serbia, and beyond, made famous by actress Lana Turner.
LEXI
FemaleUnisex Greek name derived from Alexandros meaning "defending men".
KIRA
FemaleThe name Kira originates from Russia, meaning 'sun' or 'radiant light', derived from the Greek word 'kyrios' translating to 'lord' or 'master'.
MIRACLE
FemaleAmerican given name derived from the English word for 'miracle', referring to inexplicable events often attributed to divine intervention.
NOA
FemaleModern, unisex Hebrew name meaning "movement," popular worldwide but especially in Scandinavia. Its biblical roots add historic significance without gender limitation.
AMORA
FemaleDistinctive Latin-origin name that translates to "love" in Spanish, carrying deep emotional resonance without extensive historical or cultural references beyond literature.
LEIGHTON
FemaleEnglish name meaning 'farmstead or clearing in the woods', derived from Old English words 'leah' and 'tun'. Originally used as a surname, Leighton has become popular as both male and female given names since the mid-20th century.
GABRIELLE
FemaleGabrielle, derived from Latin 'Gabriel', means 'God is my strength' and is associated with historic figures like Gabrielle d'Estrées and Coco Chanel.
REIGN
FemaleEnglish name with a unique meaning: 'power' or 'authority', likely derived from the word 'reign'.
JOY
FemaleEnglish name derived from the word 'joy', meaning happiness or gladness. It has been used as a given name since the Middle Ages and was popularized by American writer Joy Davidman, wife of C.S. Lewis. Today, it remains a popular choice for girls, symbolizing positivity, celebration, and hope.
BRINLEY
FemaleCharming unisex name of Irish origin, derived from the ancient surname O'Brennleith meaning "descendant of Branuil", with historical ties to powerful figures in Irish mythology like Cú Chulainn, conveying strength and nobility despite its rarity as a given name today.
WYNTER
FemaleUnique English name meaning 'winter', popularized by characters like Wynonna Earp, with historic gender neutrality despite current female association.
NYLAH
FemaleUnique name of unknown origin, gaining popularity recently in English-speaking countries. While its meaning is not definitive, some suggest it means "leader" or "chief" from Welsh. Ultimately, Nylah's meaning is open to individual interpretation.
SHILOH
FemaleHebrew-origin name meaning 'peaceful', gaining popularity recently despite its biblical roots.