Names of princesses in the barbie movies

These are names of Barbie princesses from the movies! There are so many princesses, and I love the way they’re named.
  1. Alexa
    • Origin:

      Greek, English
    • Meaning:

      "defending men"
    • Description:

      Alexa was a steadily popular modern classic until Amazon's virtual assistant Alexa was released in 2013. It remains relatively well used in the US despite this, though its standing keeps dropping for obvious reasons. Too bad, because it's a strong and pretty name (which is probably why Amazon used it.)
  2. Anneliese
    • Origin:

      German, Dutch
    • Meaning:

      "grace + oath"
    • Description:

      Anneliese is a German and Dutch combination of Anna and Liese (a form of Elizabeth) with an Old World feel but modern appeal. The Anglicized Annalise spelling in in the US Top 500, but this authentic German version has only ever broken into the US Top 1000 once, back in 2005.
  3. Annika
    • Origin:

      Swedish diminutive of Anna
    • Meaning:

      "grace"
    • Description:

      Annika is a surprise hit of recent years, inspired by golfer Sorenstam; for Trekkies, it was also the name of a 'Star Trek:Voyager' character. Some people's first memory of it might be as Pippi Longstocking's friend. A nice namesake for an ancestral Ann.
  4. Ashlyn
    • Origin:

      Variation of Aislinn, Irish
    • Meaning:

      "dream"
    • Description:

      Though it relates to the Irish original, Ashlyn and its next most popular form, Ashlynn, owe more of their popularity as baby names in the US to the megastar Ashley, though all three have been dropping on the charts lately.
  5. Aramina
    • Blair
      • Origin:

        Scottish
      • Meaning:

        "dweller on the plain"
      • Description:

        In the USA, Blair is gaining momentum, rising quickly for the last 10 years and likely to continue to climb. In England and Wales, where Blair has political connotations – calling to mind former prime minister Tony Blair – it is much less common, although it is in use for boys in its native Scotland.
    • Blush
      • Brietta
        • Clara
          • Origin:

            Latin
          • Meaning:

            "bright, clear"
          • Description:

            Clara is a strong, lovely girls' name that's always ranked among the US Top 1000 girl names but has been climbing since the turn of this century. It now ranks right around Number 100, making it a modern classic that's neither too popular nor unfamiliar.
        • Corinne
          • Origin:

            French variation of Greek Korinna
          • Meaning:

            "maiden"
          • Description:

            Corinne is one of the names that, it might surprise you to learn, ranked among the US Top 1000 girl names until 2020, when it fell off the charts after 140 years. Its most popular year was 1926, when it ranked Number 249. Corinna is another pretty ancient form of the name, technically a diminutive.
        • Courtney
          • Origin:

            French
          • Meaning:

            "short nose"
          • Description:

            Among the Top 20 names of the 1990s, today's Courtney is more apt to be the babysitter than the baby. Courtney has dropped since its peak at Number 17 in 1995. Familiar from Courtney Love and Courtney Cox.
        • Catania
          • Delia
            • Origin:

              Greek
            • Meaning:

              "born on the island of Delos"
            • Description:

              Delia is a somewhat neglected southern charmer that stands on its own but also might be short for Adelia or Cordelia.
          • Edeline
            • Description:

              Edeline is a feminine name of Germanic origin, derived from the elements 'adal' meaning 'noble' or 'nobility' and 'lin' meaning 'little' or serving as a diminutive suffix. This elegant name can be considered a variant of Adeline or a feminine form of Edel. With its soft sounds and graceful ending, Edeline carries an air of vintage refinement while remaining relatively uncommon, making it appealing to parents seeking a distinctive yet traditional-sounding choice. The name experienced limited popularity in medieval Europe and has never ranked among common names in the United States. Its rarity, combined with its pleasant sound and noble meaning, gives Edeline a unique charm with historical roots.
          • Fallon
            • Origin:

              Irish
            • Meaning:

              "leader"
            • Description:

              Fallon is one of several boyish surname names introduced in the over-the-top 1980s nighttime soap Dynasty: they sounded cutting-edge at the time, but no longer.
          • Gabby
            • Description:

              Gabby is a feminine name that functions both as a standalone name and as a familiar diminutive for Gabrielle, Gabriella, or Abigail. Derived ultimately from the Hebrew name Gabriel, meaning 'God is my strength,' Gabby projects a friendly, approachable personality. The name rose in popularity during the late 20th century as parents increasingly chose casual-sounding names as official given names. Gabby carries a cheerful, energetic quality that often matches its meaning in slang as someone who is talkative. In sports contexts, the name gained visibility through notable athletes like Olympic gymnast Gabby Douglas. While maintaining its casual charm, Gabby offers versatility as its bearer can always opt for a more formal version in professional settings.

          • Genevieve
            • Origin:

              English from French
            • Meaning:

              "tribe woman"
            • Description:

              Genevieve is derived from the Germanic medieval name Genovefa, or Kenowefa, which consists of the elements kuni, meaning "kin", and wefa, meaning "woman." The medieval saint Genevieve, patroness of Paris, defended the city against Attila the Hun through her rational thinking, courage and prayer.
          • Gina
            • Origin:

              Diminutive of Regina, Angelina, Luigina, Georgina, Eugenia, Virginia and similar
            • Description:

              A short form for a whole variety of names, this short form has been used across Europe as a stand-alone since the 1920s. It spiked in popularity in the 1950s, owing to the fame of Italian actress Gina Lollobrigida but faded out of use in the 2000s. A sweet and sparky name akin to Nina and Mina, some parents in English speaking countries may be concerned about teasing potential, though it was still given to around 115 girls in the US in a recent year. Popular in Spain, it is borne by martial artist Gina Carano, and actresses Gina Gershon, Gina Rodriguez, Gina Torres, and Gina McKee.
          • Graciella
            • Description:

              Graciella is a feminine name that beautifully elaborates on the name Grace. It combines the Latin 'gratia' meaning 'grace' or 'favor' with the Spanish diminutive suffix '-ella,' creating a name that essentially means 'little grace.' This charming variation carries the elegance of Grace while adding a romantic, melodious quality particularly appreciated in Hispanic cultures. Though less common than Graciela (with one 'l'), Graciella has a slightly more ornate feel. The name embodies qualities of elegance, divine blessing, and charm. Parents might choose this name for its graceful sound, spiritual connotations, or to honor Hispanic heritage while maintaining connections to the classic virtue name Grace.
          • Hadley
            • Origin:

              English
            • Meaning:

              "heather field"
            • Description:

              Hadley, most famous as the name of Ernest Hemingway's first wife, is more sophisticated, professional, and modern than cousins Harley, Haley, or Hayden. The hit book The Paris Wife, a novel by Paula McLain told from the point of view of Hadley Hemingway (born Elizabeth Hadley Richardson), has helped popularize the name, which also appears on the vampire show True Blood. Hadley could become this generation's Hailey. Adley, a mashup of Hadley and Addie, has also appeared on the scene.