Potential Baby Girl Names
- Adriana
Origin:
Latin, feminine variation of AdrianMeaning:
"man of Adria"Description:
This a-ending feminine form of Adrian, from the northern Italian city of Adria, is a soft and lovely Italian choice. It appears as a character in Shakespeare's The Comedy of Errors.
- Annia
Origin:
Latin, female variation of AntoniusMeaning:
"priceless one"Description:
An ancient Roman name that has never made it into the modern world.
- Ansley
Origin:
EnglishMeaning:
"clearing with a hermitage"Description:
Part Ashley, part Ainsley, part Annie, Ansley featured in the US Top 1000 from the late '90s until 2020. It peaked in 2011 when it nearly reached the Top 600, but has declined in recent years.
- Anslie
Description:
Anslie is a feminine name with Scottish origins, derived from the place name Ansley, meaning 'one's own meadow' or 'hermit's meadow.' It's a variant spelling of the more common Ainsley or Ainslee. This elegant name combines natural imagery with a touch of independence in its meaning. While not among the most popular girls' names, Anslie has been appreciated for its gentle sound and distinctive quality. The name gained some recognition in English-speaking countries during the late 20th century but remains relatively uncommon, offering individuality without being completely unfamiliar. Its soft pronunciation and ending with an 'ie' sound gives it a feminine quality while still maintaining a certain strength. Anslie works well for parents seeking a name with Celtic roots and a subtle natural connection.
- Arwen
Origin:
Literature, Sindarin, WelshMeaning:
"noble maiden; fair, blessed"Description:
Best known as the princess of the Elves in Tolkien's Lord of the Rings, Arwen is a fantasy-inspired choice that feels perfectly down to earth. In 2022, it entered the UK Top 400, making it one of the fastest rising names, more than doubling in use from the previous year.
- Arya
Origin:
Sanskrit; Modern variation of AriaMeaning:
"noble; air/song"Description:
Arya was derived from an Indo-Iranian word meaning "Aryan" or "noble." It is a masculine given name in Iran, Indonesia, Bali, and Sanskrit-speaking regions of India. In Hindu- and English-speaking parts of the world, Arya is more often a feminine name, the latter influenced by the similar Italian name Aria, meaning "air" or "song."
- Aurora
Origin:
LatinMeaning:
"dawn"Description:
The goddess name Aurora has consistently been on the US popularity list since the nineteenth century, but has really taken off in the past 30 years. Aurora also enjoys remarkable international popularity, ranking in the Top 100 throughout the English-speaking world as well as in Italy, Spain, Norway, Switzerland, and several other European and Latin American countries.
- Ava
Origin:
Hebrew, Latin or GermanicMeaning:
"life; bird; water, island"Description:
Ava is one of the prime examples of a modern classic name, rising thought the course of a generation into the Top 10, where it has lingered for nearly 20 years.
- Aveline
Origin:
French from GermanMeaning:
"desired; or island, water"Description:
Aveline is a name that's long been an obscure cousin of more widely-used choices, but may come into its own riding the tail of the megapopular Ava, which may derive from the same root.
- Briony
Origin:
Spelling variation of BryonyMeaning:
"to sprout"Description:
Briony may be the variation and Bryony the original, but many parents will see this as the more authentic-feeling version of this attractive botanical name. Still unusual in the U.S., Briony is in the British Top 100 and may appeal to parents as a fresh spin on Briana or Brittany or an honorific for a Brian, though it bears no relationship to the male name.
- Bryony
Origin:
Latin flower nameMeaning:
"to sprout"Description:
Bryony is an unusually strong plant name --the bryony is a wild climbing vine with green flowers --that caught on in the U.K. before sprouting here. The name of the young character in the Ian McEwan novel Atonement is spelled Briony, which is the variation and Bryony the original.
- Carsen
Description:
Carsen is a contemporary unisex name that originated as a variant spelling of Carson, a surname derived from Scottish and Northern English origins meaning 'son of Carr' or 'son of the marsh-dweller.' While traditionally more common for boys, Carsen has gained significant popularity as a feminine name since the early 2000s, reflecting the trend toward surname-style names for girls. The spelling with an 'e' instead of 'o' is often perceived as the more feminine version. For girls, Carsen offers a modern, slightly tomboyish quality while maintaining an elegant sound. The name balances strength and softness, making it appealing to parents seeking a contemporary name with traditional roots.
- Caylin
Description:
Caylin is a modern feminine name that emerged as a variant of Caitlin and Kaylin. With Irish and Gaelic roots, it blends the traditional with a contemporary spelling. The name carries meanings associated with 'pure' or 'clear,' derived from the original Gaelic name Caitlín. Caylin gained modest popularity in the United States during the 1990s and early 2000s, part of the trend toward names with unique spellings. The name offers a melodic sound while maintaining Irish heritage connections. Parents often choose Caylin for its distinctive quality while still having recognizable pronunciation. It remains relatively uncommon, giving bearers a sense of individuality without being too unusual.
- Emeri
Origin:
English from German, spelling variation of EmeryMeaning:
"industrious"Description:
Emeri is an alternate spelling of Emery which means industrious. Emeri offers a modern twist on traditional names like Emma and Emily. This spelling is used primarily for girls, with just under 200 girls given the name each year.
- Emery
Origin:
English from GermanMeaning:
"industrious"Description:
The superpopularity of Emily and Emma has recently boosted the unisex Emery, especially since it became a celebrity baby name when it was chosen by Angie Harmon and Jason Sehorn.
- Emma
Origin:
GermanMeaning:
"universal"Description:
Emma has now been among the top girl names in the United States for several years, claiming the Number 1 crown in 2008 and again from 2015 to 2018 before dropping back to second place.
- Evangeline
Origin:
GreekMeaning:
"bearer of good news"Description:
Evangeline is a romantic old name enjoying a major comeback, thanks to its religious overtones, Eva's popularity, and the star of the TV megahit Lost, Evangeline Lilly. Evangelia and Evangelina — two variants of Evangeline — are sure to tag along for the ride.
- Emersen
- Emorie
- Emrys