Top Baby Girl Names

After decades of disuse, soft and feminine Evelyn has returned to the baby name stage in a huge way. It reached the Top 10 for the first time in 2017. Evelyn has now surpassed its former heights, joining a legion of contemporary little Evas, Avas, Eves, Evies, and Evelines.

Ella is a sweet, simple name that owes much of its current popularity to the popularity of other names, from Emma to Bella to Emily to Ellie.

Stella is a name with star quality and sparkle, that manages to sound both ethereal and earthy. Celestial but not otherworldly, it lands somewhere between the popular Ella and bold Seraphina.

You might think of Harper as the hottest name of the last decade, jumping from obscurity to the Top 10, where it remained until last year.

Lilah may be a simple spelling variation of Lila— itself an alternative form of the Arabic Leila — or you might think of it as a shortening of Delilah or an Anglicization of the Hebrew Lilach, which means lilac. Whatever the root, it's a beautiful and stylish name. The final h adds balance or creates needless complications, depending on your viewpoint.

Reggae master Bob's surname was one of the biggest risers on the popularity charts for girls in 2008, with spellings Marlee and Marely also leaping in favor. Also used for boys, Marley is one of the top unisex names in the US.

Adalyn is one of a large group of Ad-beginning names for girls, which include Adeline and Adalynn and Adelaide and Addison — essentially, anything leading to the popular nickname Addie is in. Adalyn is a beautiful name, but be prepared to have to spell it out for people often. Adalyn entered the charts in 2007 and rose quickly, but has been fairly steady in the mid 100s for nearly 10 years now.

The uber-popular nickname-name Ellie has led to the surge of all names that can be shortened as such. This includes Eliana, a current go-to for parents seeking a frilly name that shortens to a cuter option. Aliana is riding a similar wave, though this time the presumed nickname is Ali/Allie.

The Spanish word for "berry" makes a deliciously intriguing word name possibility.

Stylish surname way to go if you want to name a girl after a James, and is more substantial than the passé Jamie; it was chosen for their daughter by Chynna Phillips and Billy Baldwin.

When actress Tamera Mowry named her daughter Ariah, she said it was a Hebrew name meaning "lion of God" -- which it is, if you consider Ariah a variation of Ariel. But many sources consider Ariah a spelling variation of the Italian Aria, meaning song or literally air.

Gracey is a feminine name that functions as a diminutive or variant spelling of Grace. With its added 'y' ending, it transforms the classic virtue name into something with a more playful, informal quality. The name maintains the connection to Grace's Latin origins meaning 'goodwill' or 'favor,' while adding a touch of contemporary style. Gracey emerged in usage primarily in English-speaking countries during the late 20th century as parents sought variations on traditional names. While less common than the original Grace, Gracey offers a friendly, approachable alternative that works well across different ages. The name strikes a balance between familiar and distinctive, making it recognizable while still standing out from more conventional choices.

Ellsa is a feminine name that appears to be a variation of Elsa, which itself derives from the Hebrew name Elizabeth, meaning 'God is my oath' or 'God is abundance.' This alternative spelling adds an extra 'l,' creating a distinctive visual identity while maintaining the familiar pronunciation. Ellsa combines the classic appeal of traditional names with a contemporary spelling twist, making it feel both familiar and unique. While less common than Elsa (which gained significant popularity following Disney's 'Frozen'), Ellsa offers parents a way to honor family naming traditions while giving their daughter a slightly more distinctive version. The name carries the same Scandinavian associations as Elsa, evoking images of strength and natural beauty. With its simple yet elegant sound, Ellsa works well across cultures and maintains its femininity without being overly frilly.