Female first names most popular over the past 5 years.
REESE
FemaleCharming English name originally derived from the Middle English word "Rysse," meaning "ardor" or "enthusiasm." It has evolved into a popular unisex choice for parents seeking a distinctive and powerful name with historic roots.
BAILEY
FemaleEnglish surname turned given name that originally referred to someone in a position of authority or a fortified place.
ANASTASIA
FemaleGreek female given name that means "resurrection".
SLOANE
FemaleRare English given name derived from the Irish surname Sloan, which means 'health' or 'slender'.
NORAH
FemaleIrish name derived from Noreen, meaning "honor" or "light," popularized in the mid-20th century with notable bearers like Norah Jones and Norah Ephron.
KHLOE
FemaleGreek-derived female name meaning "blooming" or "growing," reflecting nature's cycles of growth and renewal.
FREYA
FemaleOld Norse feminine given name derived from 'Frøya', meaning 'lady' or 'noble woman'. It's associated with the Norse goddess of love, beauty, fertility, and abundance.
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.
TAYLOR
FemaleEnglish given name of Old English origin, derived from the occupational surname 'tailor', which was highly respected in medieval England for its skill and craftsmanship.
MILLIE
FemaleEnglish origin name derived from Millicent, meaning "hard worker" or "strong in work". It's been popular historically and has notable figures like actress Millie Bobby Brown and television personality Millie Mackintosh.
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.
GEORGIA
FemaleFeminine given name of Greek origin, meaning 'earth' or 'land', derived from the words 'gē' and 'ia'.
CATALINA
FemaleDistinctive, Spanish-origin name derived from 'catullus', meaning 'little cat'. It gained prominence during medieval Spain, associated with Saint Catherine of Alexandria, and has been popularized by historical figures like Catherine of Aragon.
BLAKELY
FemaleAmerican given name created as a feminine form of Blackley, derived from Old English 'blæc' meaning black and 'leah' referring to a clearing or wood, thus translating to "from the dark wooded clearing.
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.
EMBER
FemaleEmber, of English origin, means 'ember', symbolizing warmth and enduring strength.
CALLIE
FemaleGreek-derived girls' name that means "beautiful".
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.
MAGNOLIA
FemaleRare and elegant feminine name of Latin origin, derived from the magnolia tree native to Asia and North America, symbolizing beauty, grace, and resilience.
RIVER
FemaleEnglish origin, derived from the word for a large, flowing body of water, symbolizing life, growth, transformation, adventure, and exploration.
MOLLY
FemaleIrish and Scottish name derived from "Móir", meaning "sea" or "great". Originally a pet form of Mary, it has evolved into a distinct name with historical figures like Molly Pitcher and literary characters such as Molly Bloom in Ulysses.
KEHLANI
FemaleUnisex Hawaiian name meaning "sea," associated with the goddess Kahali'i, symbolizing life and prosperity. It gained popularity due to singer Kehlani Parrish.
JUNE
FemaleEnglish name of Latin origin, derived from "junius" meaning 'young'. Traditionally associated with the month of June, it has become a popular girls' name throughout history.
ARIELLA
FemaleHebrew-derived name meaning "lion of God," associated with the angel Ariel in Jewish tradition, and has been used to represent strong female characters in literature.
ROSALIE
FemaleCharming French name meaning "little rose," derived from the Latin word "rosalis.
ADA
FemaleLatin-derived name meaning 'noble', popularized by Ada Lovelace, the world's first computer programmer.
OLIVE
FemaleLatin-derived name meaning 'peace' or 'olive tree', symbolizing harmony in many cultures.
HARMONY
FemaleThe English name Harmony means 'agreement' or 'concord', embodying unity and balance; its roots trace back to ancient Greek philosophy.
SAGE
FemaleThe unisex name Sage has English roots, meaning 'wise' or 'prudent', reflecting its association with wisdom and intelligence.
LAINEY
FemaleUnique and beautiful Irish name meaning "little laird" or "small landowner", historically used for both boys and girls but now typically considered female.
ALIYAH
FemaleHebrew girls' name meaning "elevated" or "ascending," symbolizing spiritual growth and immigration to Israel.
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.
GEMMA
FemaleThe name Gemma originates from Italian, meaning 'precious stone', derived from the Latin word 'gemma'. It is a feminine given name that has gained popularity, particularly in English-speaking countries.
MORGAN
FemaleWelsh name derived from "morgant," meaning "sea-born" or "circumspect.
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.
ALAINA
FemaleFeminine given name of Scottish origin, derived from the Celtic name Ailill, meaning "noble" or "handsome".
KIMBERLY
FemaleAmerican feminine name derived from combining 'Kim' and 'Berry', meaning 'from the woods'. It gained popularity in the mid-20th century, with notable bearers including Kimberly Guilfoyle and tennis player Kim Clijsters.
JOURNEE
FemaleRare American unisex name derived from the English word 'journey,' symbolizing a long, challenging process of traveling or personal growth.
JORDYN
FemaleHebrew-derived unisex name meaning "flowing down," popularized in recent decades.
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.