Favorite Girl Names

  1. Aracely
    • Description:

      Aracely is a feminine name with Spanish origins, particularly popular in Latin American countries like Mexico. It likely derives from Araceli, which comes from the Latin phrase "ara caeli" meaning "altar of heaven" or "altar of the sky." The name has religious connections, as Ara Coeli is also the name of a basilica in Rome dedicated to the Virgin Mary. Aracely has a melodious quality with its flowing syllables and soft ending. In the United States, the name saw modest popularity in the late 1990s and early 2000s, particularly in Hispanic communities. The variations Araceli and Aracely both remain in use, with the latter offering a slightly more contemporary feel while maintaining the name's beautiful meaning and cultural connections.

  2. Dorotea
    • Description:

      Dorotea is a feminine name of Greek origin, representing the Spanish, Italian, and Eastern European form of Dorothy. It derives from the Greek elements 'doron' meaning 'gift' and 'theos' meaning 'God,' thus translating to 'gift of God.' This beautiful name has been used since early Christian times, with Saint Dorothea of Caesarea being a 4th-century martyr. While Dorothy became enormously popular in English-speaking countries, particularly in the early 20th century, Dorotea maintained a more consistent, moderate usage in Southern and Eastern European countries. The name carries an elegant, classical quality with its flowing four syllables and offers a more distinctive alternative to the more familiar Dorothy, while still allowing for the cute nickname Dora.

  3. Heliodora
    • Ines
      • Origin:

        Italian, Portuguese, Slovene and Croatian variation of Agnes
      • Meaning:

        "pure, virginal"
      • Description:

        This form of Agnes, Ines has always been popular since the true story of the thwarted lovers Queen Ines of Castro and King Peter of Portugal. This has to be one of the most heartbreaking and bloody true romances in history!
    • Josefina
      • Origin:

        Hebrew, Spanish, Portuguese, Swedish feminine form of Joseph, Hebrew
      • Meaning:

        "Jehovah increases"
      • Description:

        Sweet and bright international form of Josephine, used in many European countries with various pronunciations of the initial J. A notable bearer is Josefina "Joey" Guerrero, a Filipina spy during World War II.
    • Marisol
      • Origin:

        Spanish, contracted form of Maria de la Soledad
      • Meaning:

        "Mary of Solitude"
      • Description:

        Marisol is a favorite Spanish name for girls, and an excellent candidate to cross the culture line, a la Soledad and Paz.
    • Mireia
      • Origin:

        Catalan form of Mireille
      • Meaning:

        "to admire"
      • Description:

        Popular name in Spain drawn from the Provencal Mireio, coined by the poet Frederic Mistral. Very pretty and, though difficult to spell and pronounce, simpler than the French version.
    • Rocio
      • Origin:

        Spanish
      • Meaning:

        "dewdrops"
      • Description:

        This name, which refers to Mary as the Virgin of the Dew, is all but unknown in the Anglo community, but popular enough in Hispanic families that it made the US Top 1000 until least until 2006. Also spelled Rocío, it remains popular in Spain and Chile, where it ranks in the Top 100.
    • Tabita
      • Description:

        Tabita is a feminine name of Aramaic origin, representing a variation of Tabitha, which means 'gazelle' or 'doe.' In the New Testament, Tabitha (called Dorcas in Greek) was known for her charitable works and was famously restored to life by the apostle Peter. This spelling variant is particularly popular in Latin American countries, Romania, and other European regions. The name conveys notions of grace, gentleness, and compassion, inspired by its animal meaning and biblical associations. Tabita has a soft, melodious sound with its three syllables and open vowel endings. Its biblical heritage combined with its less common spelling gives bearers a name that's recognizable yet distinctive.

    • Violeta
      • Origin:

        Spanish; Bulgarian; Romanian; Serbian; Lithuanian; Albanian
      • Meaning:

        "purple; violet (flower)"
      • Description:

        Violeta is the variation of Violet found throughout various countries in Eastern Europe -- the name is styled this way in Bulgarian and Romanian as well as other languages -- and Spain, while Violetta is the Italian form. Violeta re-entered the Top 1000 in 2018. The Violetta spelling is given to about half as many baby girls. A lovely choice for parents who love Violet but want something more unusual.