Female first names over the past 10 years.
LILLY
FemaleCharming and popular given name of Latin origin, derived from the Latin word "lilium" meaning lily flower. It signifies beauty and purity.
PARKER
FemaleEnglish surname turned unisex given name, derived from 'park' meaning 'game park' or 'enclosure', originally referring to someone living near or working in one, or being a park keeper. Today, it's associated with nature and growth, evoking images of lush parks and wildlife.
ARIEL
FemaleUnisex name of Hebrew origin, meaning 'lion of God' or 'altitude', symbolizing strength, courage, and majesty.
SARA
FemaleSara, a Hebrew name meaning "princess," is popular worldwide due to its historical significance, particularly in the Bible where Sarah, the wife of Abraham, was known for her faith and resilience despite facing infertility until given a miraculous pregnancy later in life.
EMERSON
FemaleEnglish name derived from the Old German word "Ermann," meaning "entire" or "universal." It gained prominence through Ralph Waldo Emerson, an influential American essayist and philosopher known for his advocacy of individualism and nonconformity.
ESTHER
FemaleThe feminine given name Esther is of Hebrew origin, meaning 'star', and is derived from the Hebrew word "ester". It has a rich biblical history, notably being the name of a courageous Jewish queen in Persia during the reign of King Ahasuerus, as recorded in the Old Testament. Esther remains a classic yet timeless name worldwide, appreciated for its meaning and heritage.
ALINA
FemaleFeminine given name originating from Latin "alis", meaning wings, popular for its unique sound and elegant appearance.
JOCELYN
FemaleUnisex given name of French origin, derived from Germanic elements meaning "youth" or "young". It was first introduced into France by the Normans and originally used as a surname before becoming popular as a given name. Throughout history, it has been associated with nobility and royalty, and reached peak usage in English-speaking countries during the 1970s and 1980s.
AYLA
FemaleFeminine Turkish name meaning 'moon'.
LUCIA
FemaleThe name Lucia originates from Latin and signifies "light" or "illumination".
JOSIE
FemaleHebrew name meaning "God shall increase," derived from Yosef, and has biblical origins, being the short form of Joseph.
AMAYA
FemaleSpanish name derived from Basque 'amaia', meaning 'surrounded by a halo of light' or 'one who is loved', associated with literary heroines & places in Spain, gaining worldwide popularity.
JULIANA
FemaleElegant Latin-derived name meaning "youthful" or "downy like a young bird." It gained popularity during medieval Europe and has been consistently used since the 20th century. Notable figures named Juliana include Saint Juliana of Nicomedia, Saint Juliana Falconieri, and Julian of Norwich, an English anchoress and Christian mystic.
RYLEIGH
FemaleIrish unisex name meaning "courageous power," derived from the Old Irish name Raghallach, and has gained popularity in recent years due to its strong sound and practicality.
ALIYAH
FemaleHebrew girls' name meaning "elevated" or "ascending," symbolizing spiritual growth and immigration to Israel.
SUMMER
FemaleEnglish unisex given name meaning 'summer' season.
AMY
FemalePopular female given name of English origin, derived from Old French Amee or Amée, ultimately from Germanic Amalia. It means "love" with "-lia" as a feminine diminutive suffix. Introduced by Normans after the 1066 conquest, Amy was initially used among upper classes but became widespread over time. Notable bearers include actresses Amy Adams and Amy Winehouse, while it ranked in U.S. top 1000 names between 2000-2019.
GENEVIEVE
FemaleUnique feminine given name of French origin, derived from the Latin "geneve" meaning "tribe woman". It is named after Saint Genevieve, the patron saint of Paris, who was renowned for her visionary predictions and devotion to helping the poor and sick during times of crisis.
NICOLE
FemaleFeminine given name of Latin origin that means 'victory of the people'.
LONDYN
FemaleLondyn: A recent yet distinctive name, derived from London city meaning 'from London', with optional Welsh association of 'leader'. Popularized in US since 2008, it signifies urban history and uniqueness.
BROOKE
FemaleEnglish feminine given name derived from Old English, originally used as a surname before becoming popular in the late 20th century. It means 'small stream' or 'brook'.
MYA
FemaleDistinctive and lovely name with multiple origins and meanings. It may derive from the Swahili name Myah or M'Ya, meaning "my mother," emphasizing maternal bond, or from Greek mythology as a variant spelling of Myrrha, associated with beauty and fragrance. It might also be shortened form of names like Amaya or Miriam.
ANASTASIA
FemaleGreek female given name that means "resurrection".
ELLIANA
FemaleGreek-origin feminine name derived from 'Ellos', meaning 'sun'.
PAYTON
FemalePayton: American unisex name derived from Irish Ó Pádraigín ("descendant of Patrick"). Popularized in the 20th century; peaked at #176 for girls (1992) and #346 for boys (2005). Associated with athletes like Payton Manning.
RACHEL
FemaleHebrew-derived female given name meaning 'ewe' or 'lamb', associated with the biblical figure Rachel, wife of Jacob and mother of Joseph.
PAIGE
FemaleEnglish feminine name derived from the Middle English 'page', meaning 'young servant' or 'page', conveying notions of youth and servitude.
CALLIE
FemaleGreek-derived girls' name that means "beautiful".
HARMONY
FemaleThe English name Harmony means 'agreement' or 'concord', embodying unity and balance; its roots trace back to ancient Greek philosophy.
ALAINA
FemaleFeminine given name of Scottish origin, derived from the Celtic name Ailill, meaning "noble" or "handsome".
SIENNA
FemaleItalian feminine given name derived from the reddish-brown color of clay found in Siena, Tuscany, Italy. While it doesn't have a specific meaning beyond its association with this color, it has been used as a given name for centuries, with notable historical figures like Saint Sienna carrying the name. Today, Sienna is popular worldwide due to its appealing sound and association with beauty and nature.
ARABELLA
FemaleItalian name derived from Latin "alba," meaning "white." It was popularized during the Victorian era in England, and its notable bearers include Arabella Stuart, a potential English queen known for her intelligence and beauty.
ELISE
FemaleLatin-derived feminine given name meaning "she is". Popularized by Charles Dickens' character Elsie, it's often associated with elegance and sophistication.
LAILA
FemaleArabic name meaning 'night', popularized by the tragic lovers Layla and Majnun, and famously borne by Islamic scholar Layla al-Kubra.
MAKAYLA
FemaleNative American name of Sioux origin, meaning "my spirit is beautiful" or "beautiful spirit".
GRACIE
FemaleGrace is an English name meaning 'elegance' or 'charm', deriving from Middle English 'gracious'.
MARIAH
FemaleHebrew female name derived from "Miriam," meaning "sea of bitterness" or "rebelliousness.
JULIETTE
FemaleFeminine given name of French origin, derived from the Latin "Iulius," meaning "youthful" or "downy." It gained popularity during the Renaissance and is famously associated with Shakespeare's tragic heroine Juliette in "Romeo and Juliet." Today, it remains popular worldwide, notably used by prominent figures like Juliette Binoche and Juliette Lewis.
GEORGIA
FemaleFeminine given name of Greek origin, meaning 'earth' or 'land', derived from the words 'gē' and 'ia'.
MCKENZIE
FemaleScottish unisex given name derived from the surname MacKenzie meaning 'son of Kenneth', with 'Kenneth' translating to 'handsome' or 'born of fire'.