Female first names the most popular of last year.
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.
RILEY
FemaleIrish origin unisex name derived from the surname Ó Raghallaigh, meaning 'descendant of Ragallach,' with 'Ragallach' translating to 'fierce' or 'valiant.'
NAOMI
FemaleHebrew feminine given name derived from the word 'נָעֳמִי', meaning 'pleasantness'.
VICTORIA
FemaleLatin-origin female name meaning 'victory' or 'victorious', popularized by Queen Victoria of the UK (1837-1901).
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.
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.
HANNAH
FemaleHebrew name meaning 'grace' or 'favor', popularized by the biblical figure Hannah, mother of Samuel, and found in various cultures and literature throughout history.
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.
MAYA
FemaleUnique feminine name of Sanskrit origin, meaning "illusion" or "magic", reflecting enchantment and captivation.
ZOEY
FemaleCharming Greek name meaning 'life', popularized by figures like Saint Zoe and the Twilight series.
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.
LEAH
FemaleHebrew name meaning "weary," with biblical roots and historical popularity among Jewish families.
LAINEY
FemaleUnique and beautiful Irish name meaning "little laird" or "small landowner", historically used for both boys and girls but now typically considered female.
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.
PAISLEY
FemaleCharming Scottish girls' name derived from the town of Paisley, named after an ancient chapel dedicated to St. Mirin.
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.
MADELYN
FemaleEnglish feminine name derived from 'Madeleine', which origins trace back to Germanic roots via French 'Mahault', meaning 'from Magdala'.
SADIE
FemaleEnglish name derived from Sarah, meaning "princess" or "noble lady," with roots tracing back to the Hebrew name Sarai.
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.
LEILANI
FemaleHawaiian female given name that signifies a heavenly garland.
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.
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.
JOSEPHINE
FemaleFeminine name of French origin, derived from the Latin name Josephus, meaning 'may God increase'.
ALICE
FemaleGermanic feminine given name meaning "noble," popularized by Lewis Carroll's novel, but predating it.
RUBY
FemaleEnglish name derived from the Latin word "rubens," meaning "red.
CLAIRE
FemaleFrench female given name dating back to the Middle Ages, meaning 'clear' or 'bright'.
KINSLEY
FemaleUnique English female given name originating from the Middle Ages, meaning "king's clearing" or "meadow of the king.
EVERLY
FemaleEnglish given name derived from "efer" meaning "after" and "leah" signifying "woodland clearing," thus interpreted as "after the woodland clearing.
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".
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.
MAEVE
FemaleIrish name derived from "Maeve of Connacht", meaning "she who intoxicates" or "cause of great joy". It was the name of a legendary queen in Irish mythology known for her intelligence and beauty. Today, it is seen as a unique and distinctive name with historical significance.
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.
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.
ATHENA
FemaleUnique feminine given name of Greek origin, derived from the goddess Athena, symbolizing wisdom, courage, and strategy.
EDEN
FemaleThe name Eden, meaning 'pleasure' or 'delight', is Hebrew in origin and is known from biblical times as the paradise where Adam and Eve lived.
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.
ANNA
FemaleClassic Latin-origin female name, derived from 'Annus' meaning 'year' or 'grace'.
ELOISE
FemaleFrench feminine name derived from Adalwolf, meaning "noble wolf", with notable historical figures and literary characters.