Female first names most popular over the past 5 years.
HAILEY
FemaleAmerican female given name coined by Grace Kelly for her daughter in 1982, potentially derived from 'hay field' or the male Irish name Haley meaning 'slender'. It gained popularity in the US during the late 1980s to early 1990s.
CORA
FemaleThe feminine given name Cora, of Latin origin, signifies 'crown' or 'wreath', often associated with royalty.
LEILANI
FemaleHawaiian female given name that signifies a heavenly garland.
SERENITY
FemaleEnglish female name derived from the Latin 'serenum', meaning 'clear sky' or 'calm'. It signifies peace and tranquility, making it a beautiful choice for parents seeking to imbue their child with harmony.
QUINN
FemaleQuinn is of Irish origin, derived from the Gaelic word "cúirt" meaning fifth, traditionally given to the fifth son in a family. Today, it's used for both boys and girls globally.
ALLISON
FemaleEnglish origin, derived from the Old English word "Alice," which itself evolved from the Germanic name "Adalheidis." It means 'noble kind' or 'noble battle.'
SARAH
FemaleSarah, Hebrew in origin, signifies 'princess' or 'noblewoman'.
EMERY
FemaleUnisex name of French origin, derived from the Germanic "Aimeric," meaning "home ruler." Popularized by Normans in England during their 11th-century conquest, it has historical significance, shared by figures like St. Emery of Aquitaine, and remains popular worldwide despite varying spellings.
ADELINE
FemaleFrench feminine given name derived from Old German elements, combining 'adal' meaning noble and 'hild' meaning battle, signifying "noble battle".
NEVAEH
FemaleModern Hebrew name meaning 'heaven', introduced by singer Jessica Simpson in 2019.
SAMANTHA
FemaleAmerican female name derived from Hebrew, meaning 'listener to God', popularized by a 19th-century novel and associated with the biblical prophetess.
LYDIA
FemaleFeminine given name of Greek origin, meaning "from Lydia," an ancient region in present-day Turkey. It gained popularity during the medieval period due to its association with Saint Lydia, an early Christian convert mentioned in the Acts of the Apostles. Throughout history, notable individuals such as Claudia Lydia and singer-songwriter Lydia Mendoza have borne this name. In literature and popular culture, Lydia is a common character name, further contributing to its familiarity.
EVA
FemaleFeminine given name of Hebrew origin meaning "life," popularized during the Middle Ages and adopted across various cultures, with notable bearers including Eva Perón and Eva Hesse.
NATALIA
FemaleFeminine name of Latin origin meaning "birthday" or "nativity.
JADE
FemaleThe name Jade, derived from Spanish 'piedra de la Seiten,' means 'stone of the side' and symbolizes wisdom, courage, and good luck.
VIVIAN
FemaleUnisex given name of Latin origin that means "living" or "life", historically used for both males and females, with notable occurrences in literature like Vivian Grey and Vivian Auburn.
MADELINE
FemaleFrench-derived feminine given name, ultimately stemming from the Occitan 'Mahalda,' signifying 'from Magdala' and associated with Mary Magdalene.
PIPER
FemaleEnglish given name originally meaning 'one who plays the bagpipes', derived from Old French 'piper'. While traditionally a boy's name, Piper has become popular for girls in recent decades due to its musical association and charming sound. It gained further prominence through Rick Riordan's Percy Jackson series, where Piper is a main character with unique abilities.
ATHENA
FemaleUnique feminine given name of Greek origin, derived from the goddess Athena, symbolizing wisdom, courage, and strategy.
CLARA
FemaleFeminine given name of Latin origin, meaning 'clear' or 'bright', derived from the Latin word 'clarus'.
MARIA
FemaleLatin-origin feminine name meaning "sea of bitterness" or "rebelliousness".
LILIANA
FemaleLatin-origin name meaning 'lily', symbolizing purity and grace, first used in Europe during the Middle Ages.
RYLEE
FemaleContemporary American name, created by combining Ryan and Leigh, typically used for girls, with meanings possibly derived from "little king" or "rye field".
RAELYNN
FemaleAmerican female name with Irish roots, potentially meaning "little song by the lake," and often associated with creativity and expressiveness.
JULIA
FemaleFeminine given name of Latin origin, derived from the Roman clan name Julius, meaning "downy-bearded" or "youthful". It has been popular throughout history and associated with notable individuals like Julia the Elder and Julia the Younger in ancient Rome, as well as modern figures such as actress Julia Roberts.
PEYTON
FemaleAmerican given name of Irish origin, derived from the surname O'Pidden meaning "fighting man's son". It has evolved into a unisex name, popularized in recent years by figures like Peyton Manning and characters such as Peyton Sawyer on One Tree Hill.
BRIELLE
FemaleFeminine given name of French origin, derived from 'brioche', meaning 'roll' or 'bread'.
HADLEY
FemaleSylviana is an elegant Latin-derived name meaning 'forest', popularized during the Renaissance and often associated with nature's beauty.
IRIS
FemaleFeminine given name of Greek origin, meaning 'rainbow', named after the Greek goddess Iris who served as the messenger of the gods and brought rainbows to Earth.
LYLA
FemaleCaptivating feminine name of Arabic origin meaning 'night', associated with mystique and enchantment, and also found in Hebrew mythology as Lilith.
MELODY
FemaleBeautiful and unique Greek name meaning "song" or "harmony", derived from the Greek word "melodia".
ARYA
FemaleIndian origin feminine name, meaning 'noble' or 'honorable' in Sanskrit.
MELANIE
FemaleFeminine given name of Latin origin, derived from the Late Latin word 'mālinus', meaning 'of the blackberries'.
ROSE
FemaleLatin origin, means "rose," symbolizing love and beauty, and has been popular since the Middle Ages when it was inspired by the flower's widespread cultivation.
EVERLEIGH
FemaleRare English female given name derived from "eofor" meaning boar and "leah" signifying woodland clearing, interpreted as 'boar meadow'.
ELIZA
FemaleHebrew name meaning "God is my salvation" or "God is my oath".
ADALYNN
FemaleAdalynn: Scandinavian origin, derived from Áðalheidr meaning 'noble battle', associated with legendary Norse shield-maidens.
ELOISE
FemaleFrench feminine name derived from Adalwolf, meaning "noble wolf", with notable historical figures and literary characters.
REAGAN
FemaleUnisex name of Irish origin, derived from the surname Ó Raghallaigh, meaning "little bright-headed." It has been used historically for both boys and girls, but in recent years, its usage has become more gender-neutral, especially outside Ireland.
MACKENZIE
FemaleScottish surname turned unisex first name, derived from the Gaelic word "Coigach" meaning "estate" or "land." Originally from the Highlands, it gained popularity worldwide, notably through Hugh Miller's writings and recent media appearances.