Female first names most popular over the past 5 years.
AMANDA
FemaleFeminine given name of Latin origin, meaning 'lovable' or 'worthy of love', first used as a female name in the 18th century.
JORDAN
FemaleHebrew unisex given name meaning "flowing down" or "descending," referring to the River Jordan.
HATTIE
FemaleCharming English name derived from Harriet, meaning 'home ruler' or 'strong in power'.
BIANCA
FemaleItalian feminine name derived from the Latin word 'bianco', meaning 'white'. It gained popularity through historic literary figures like Boccaccio's character in 'The Decameron' and Shakespeare's 'The Taming of the Shrew'.
JENNIFER
FemaleEnglish name derived from the Welsh Guinevere, meaning "fair and joyful," popularized by American actress Jennifer Jones in the mid-20th century and widely used globally.
AINSLEY
FemaleDistinctively Scottish name derived from 'Aindreas', meaning 'manly' or 'virile', originally used for males but also historically for females.
CHARLI
FemaleEnglish gender-neutral name derived from 'Charlemagne', meaning 'strong and bold'. Associated with the powerful French emperor Charlemagne, it gained popularity during the Victorian era and today is often used as a unisex name.
ELISA
FemaleSpanish-derived female name meaning "God is my satisfaction," popularized by figures like Napoleon's sister Elisa Bonaparte and artists like Lisa "Left Eye" Lopes.
DANIELLE
FemaleFeminine given name of French origin derived from the male name Daniel, meaning "God is my judge" in Hebrew. Popularized by celebrities like Danielle Steel and Danielle Darrieux, it's associated with elegance and sophistication, and remains well-loved globally despite its French roots.
ALISON
FemaleIrish name of Gaelic origin, Ailís, meaning "noble" or "proud," reflecting strength and dignity. It has been popular in Ireland for centuries and has since gained international recognition.
NADIA
FemaleArabic name meaning "hope" or "purity".
AZALEA
FemaleUnique and elegant name of Latin origin, derived from the word 'azaleos', meaning azalea flower. It symbolizes beauty, grace, and love.
CAROLINA
FemaleThe feminine given name Carolina originates from Italian roots, derived from the Latin word 'carulus' meaning 'strong'. It gained popularity during the Middle Ages through the Hapsburg family and was further popularized by Maria Carolina of Austria who married King Ferdinand IV of Naples and Sicily in 1768.
KEIRA
FemaleIrish feminine given name meaning "dark-haired".
EMORY
FemaleRare English name with uncertain origins, potentially derived from Germanic Amory, meaning "noble and famous". It's gained popularity as a gender-neutral option in recent years despite its unclear history.
ANGEL
FemaleAngel is of Spanish origin, meaning 'messenger', derived from the Latin word 'angelus'.
KINLEY
FemaleAmerican name created by blending Kenneth and Kelly, both of Scottish origin. Though it has no specific meaning, some interpret it as 'strong and noble'.
HEAVEN
FemaleEnglish given name derived from 'heaven,' meaning 'the realm of the blessed afterlife.'
MEADOW
FemaleEnglish female name derived from "medowe," meaning meadow or grassland. It evokes tranquility, beauty, and simplicity, and is associated with freedom, growth, and serenity.
ANTONELLA
FemaleElegant Italian female name derived from Antonio, meaning 'priceless'.
MATILDA
FemaleGermanic feminine name meaning 'power in battle', derived from the German Mahthildis.
LIANA
FemaleDistinctive name of Latin origin, derived from "liana", meaning vine plants found in tropical regions. It signifies growth and beauty.
MARLEE
FemaleAmerican origin and a variant of Marilyn, means "of Mars," symbolizing strength and courage from ancient Roman mythology.
MIRA
FemaleSpanish female given name meaning "sea" and associated with the Latin word "mirus", meaning "wonderful". It has historical significance in Rome and India, and was notably carried by Saint Mirabai, a 15th-century Indian poet. Today, it's popular worldwide.
ZARIAH
FemaleUnique Arabic female name meaning "princess" or "noble".
MADDISON
FemaleEnglish name derived from the Middle English word 'Mad', meaning 'from Madingley in Cambridgeshire'. It's typically feminine, with both 'i' and 'ie' spellings common.
LORELEI
FemaleUnique German name derived from 'lur' ('marsh') and 'leih' ('shiny'), translating to 'shining in the marsh', inspired by the legendary Lorelei rock formation on the Rhine River.
ASTRID
FemaleGermanic feminine given name derived from Old Norse elements 'ástr' meaning 'god' and 'vár' meaning 'guard', thus signifying 'divine guard' or 'godly guardian'. It was popular among the Norse people during the Viking Age and has been carried by notable figures such as Swedish author Astrid Lindgren, known for creating Pippi Longstocking.
ADELINA
FemaleItalian name derived from Adalinda, popularized during the Middle Ages by nobility, meaning "beautiful noblewoman.
EMELY
FemaleCaptivating female name of Hebrew origin, meaning 'compassion' or 'friendship', derived from the biblical figure Ruth who embodies loyalty and devotion.
SYLVIA
FemaleThe name Sylvia has Latin roots, derived from "silva" meaning "forest", and is associated with the Roman goddess Silvia, mother of Romulus and Remus.
MAIA
FemaleLatin-derived name meaning 'midday' or 'noon', associated with the Roman goddess of spring and growth.
WRENLEY
FemaleRare English given name derived from 'Wren', the bird species, potentially signifying smallness and songfulness.
HOLLY
FemaleFeminine given name of English origin, derived from the Middle English word "hol" meaning "Christmas".
MALIYAH
FemaleMaliyah, of African origin, means 'queen' or 'king' in Malinke language, reflecting its rich cultural heritage.
JOLENE
FemaleAmerican feminine given name created by singer-songwriter Dolly Parton for her 1973 hit song of the same name.
AVERIE
FemaleModern feminine form of Avery, derived from Middle English 'averie' meaning 'elf counsel', popularized in the late 20th century.
RYAN
FemaleIrish boy's name, derived from the surname Ó Riain meaning 'little king' or 'descendant of Rián'.
MACI
FemaleDistinctive Latin name derived from "MACER", meaning "large or heavy", often associated with strength and power throughout history, notably connected to Saint Macarius, and gained popularity as a unisex name in the mid-20th century.
MADELYNN
FemaleUnique American feminine name derived from Madeleine (French origin: 'from Magdala', signifying 'noble or fair') and Lynn (English: 'lake' or 'water'). It combines French charm with English elegance, gaining popularity in recent years.