Female first names most popular over the past 5 years.
STELLA
FemaleLatin name derived from the word "stella", meaning "star". It signifies brightness and guidance, reflecting its association with stars used for navigation throughout history.
ISLA
FemaleSpanish origin name meaning 'island', popularized by the film Moana but also evoking independence and uniqueness throughout history.
WILLOW
FemaleEnglish name derived from the willow tree, symbolizing gracefulness and flexibility, and associated with the Greek goddess Hecate.
EMILIA
FemaleElegant Latin name meaning 'to rival or excel', popularized by ancient Roman families and notable figures like Saint Emilie de Rodat.
LILLIAN
FemaleFeminine given name of Latin origin, derived from "lilium," meaning "lily." It was popularized during the late Victorian era in England as a variation of Lily, later gaining prominence in the U.S. through figures like Lillian Gish and Lillian Roosevelt. Throughout history, people named Lillian have been associated with grace, elegance, and refinement. Today, it remains a popular classic yet unique feminine name.
LUCY
FemaleLatin-derived name meaning 'light', popularized by medieval poet Lucille, and carries historical significance as a saint's name.
LEAH
FemaleHebrew name meaning "weary," with biblical roots and historical popularity among Jewish families.
ADDISON
FemaleEnglish origin name, derived from the surname Adams meaning 'son of Adam', used interchangeably for boys and girls since the late 19th century, with notable popularity in recent years due to figures like Pharrell Williams' son Rocket Man Rodricus "Rocket" Williams Jr., also known as Pharrell.
ELIANA
FemaleBeautiful and distinctive Hebrew name meaning "God has answered" or "My God is my light".
NATALIE
FemaleFeminine name of Latin origin, meaning "birthday", celebrating important birthdays since ancient times. It was used as a female equivalent to Natalus in medieval Europe, gained popularity in the 19th century, and remains popular worldwide today.
EVERLY
FemaleEnglish given name derived from "efer" meaning "after" and "leah" signifying "woodland clearing," thus interpreted as "after the woodland clearing.
NAOMI
FemaleHebrew feminine given name derived from the word 'נָעֳמִי', meaning 'pleasantness'.
PAISLEY
FemaleCharming Scottish girls' name derived from the town of Paisley, named after an ancient chapel dedicated to St. Mirin.
IVY
FemaleLatin-derived given name meaning ivy, the resilient climbing plant, popularized by Greek mythology and literature.
ELENA
FemaleFeminine Greek-derived name meaning 'torch' or 'flash of light', popularized by Helen of Troy and widely used in Romance languages and Russia, where it signifies intelligence and grace.
MAYA
FemaleUnique feminine name of Sanskrit origin, meaning "illusion" or "magic", reflecting enchantment and captivation.
AUDREY
FemaleFeminine English given name derived from Old French Audrey, itself originating from Germanic elements 'auda' meaning "noble" or "noble strength", and 'rheid' meaning "power" or "radiance". Popularized by Saint Audrey (Æthelthryth), it gained prominence during the Middle Ages but surged in popularity after the 1961 film Breakfast at Tiffany's. Today, Audrey remains a favored choice among parents seeking a classic yet distinctive name for daughters, ranking consistently among the top 500 names in the United States since the 1980s. Variations include Audra and Auda, with occasional use of the masculine form Audrey throughout history.
AUBREY
FemaleEnglish unisex name derived from Germanic elements meaning 'elf power'.
CLAIRE
FemaleFrench female given name dating back to the Middle Ages, meaning 'clear' or 'bright'.
BROOKLYN
FemaleEnglish origin unisex given name meaning "from the brook", associated with New York City's vibrant borough of the same name and popularized by celebrities in recent decades.
GENESIS
FemaleThe female given name Genesis is of Latin origin, meaning 'beginning' or 'birth', derived from the biblical Book of Genesis, making it a powerful and symbolic choice.
VALENTINA
FemaleFeminine given name of Latin origin, derived from the Latin word "valere," meaning "to be strong" or "healthy." It was popular among Roman patrician families and has been widely used throughout history in Italy and other parts of Europe. Today, Valentina is a top choice worldwide, with notable namesakes including astronaut Valentina Tereshkova and singer Valentina Monetta.
KINSLEY
FemaleUnique English female given name originating from the Middle Ages, meaning "king's clearing" or "meadow of the king.
SAVANNAH
FemaleNative American girl's name of Creek origin, meaning "flat tropical plain" or "treeless plain," popularized in the late 20th century due to its association with the natural beauty of the American South.
MADELYN
FemaleEnglish feminine name derived from 'Madeleine', which origins trace back to Germanic roots via French 'Mahault', meaning 'from Magdala'.
BELLA
FemaleItalian feminine given name that means "beautiful.
DELILAH
FemaleHebrew female given name derived from "dalah", meaning "night" or "darkness". It translates to "the night has ended", symbolizing hope and optimism that even the darkest times can pass.
RUBY
FemaleEnglish name derived from the Latin word "rubens," meaning "red.
ALICE
FemaleGermanic feminine given name meaning "noble," popularized by Lewis Carroll's novel, but predating it.
SKYLAR
FemaleAmerican gender-neutral name derived from 'sky', meaning 'elevation' or 'freedom'.
AALIYAH
FemaleArabic name meaning 'exalted', popular among various cultures throughout history.
KENNEDY
FemaleIrish surname meaning "helmeted chief," originally derived from the Old Irish word "Cinneideach." It gained global recognition due to its association with the prominent American political Kennedy family, notably including U.S. President John F. Kennedy (1961-1963) and his brother, Attorney General Robert F. Kennedy. Today, Kennedy is a popular given name worldwide, often chosen for its strong and regal connotations.
CAROLINE
FemaleFeminine given name of Latin origin that means "strong" or "vigorous.
ANNA
FemaleClassic Latin-origin female name, derived from 'Annus' meaning 'year' or 'grace'.
SOPHIE
FemaleFrench feminine given name derived from Greek "sophia", meaning wisdom, popular throughout history and worn by notable figures like Sophie Germain and Sophie Scholl.
SADIE
FemaleEnglish name derived from Sarah, meaning "princess" or "noble lady," with roots tracing back to the Hebrew name Sarai.
AUTUMN
FemaleEnglish-origin given name derived from the Latin "autumnus," meaning "fall season." It gained popularity in the late 20th century, symbolizing transformation and renewal.
JOSEPHINE
FemaleFeminine name of French origin, derived from the Latin name Josephus, meaning 'may God increase'.
GABRIELLA
FemaleItalian feminine name derived from Gabriele, which means "God is my strength" in Hebrew.
ARIANA
FemaleCharming Greek-derived feminine name meaning 'altitude' or 'air', popularized in recent years through pop culture, yet retaining its uniqueness due to historical rarity.