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Fave Girl Names

  1. Luisa

    • Origin:

      Italian, Spanish

    • Meaning:

      "renowned warrior"

    • Description:

      This streamlined Italian and Spanish spelling of Louisa is currently very popular in Germany, Austria, Switzerland and Portugal, where it's usually spelt Luísa.
  2. Emerald

    • Origin:

      Gem name; Persian

    • Meaning:

      "green"

    • Description:

      Emerald is the intriguing color and jewel name of the deep green stone treasured as far back as ancient Egypt — it's supposed to open one's heart to wisdom and to love and be good for strengthening relationships — which could make for an interesting, unusual name, particularly with the popularity of so many Em-starting names.
  3. Honor

    • Origin:

      English word and virtue name

    • Meaning:

      "honor"

    • Description:

      Honor is a somewhat more straight-laced virtue name than Hope or Grace, placing a high standard on any girl carrying it, but it's a goal worth setting. By choosing Honor for her daughter, Jessica Alba brought it very much into the modern world.
  4. Grier

    • Origin:

      Scottish, spelling variation of Greer

    • Meaning:

      "alert, watchful"

    • Description:

      The more popular Greer spelling might lean feminine, however, Grier sees more even distribution between the sexes. It is given to a small handful of babies each year, but for every one Grier, there are three Greers.
  5. Aislinn

    • Origin:

      Irish

    • Meaning:

      "dream"

    • Description:

      Old Irish name that's taken off in its Anglicized forms, mainly Ashlyn or Ashlynn. Nonetheless, this more traditional version debuted in the US Top 1000 in 2015.
  6. Phaedre

    • Description:

      Phaedre is a feminine name with classical Greek origins, adapted from the Greek name Phaedra, which derives from 'phaidros' meaning 'bright' or 'radiant.' In Greek mythology, Phaedra was the daughter of King Minos and wife of Theseus, featuring prominently in tragic plays by Euripides and Seneca. This alternative spelling with the 'e' ending gives the name a slightly French inflection while maintaining its classical roots. Though rare in modern usage, Phaedre appeals to parents drawn to names with literary and mythological significance. The name carries a mysterious, elegant quality balanced by its connection to ancient storytelling traditions. Despite its relative obscurity, Phaedre offers a distinctive choice for those seeking a name with depth, classical heritage, and sophisticated sound.

  7. Anne-Sophie