Unnamed List
- Alexa
Origin:
Greek, EnglishMeaning:
"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.)
- Allie
Origin:
Variation or diminutive of Alexandra, Alice or Allison; Greek, German or ScottishMeaning:
"defending men or noble"Description:
Allie is one short form that's gotten so popular it's often used as a name on its own. Cute, friendly, yet we'd recommend using one of the proper names such as Alice to give your daughter an option.
- Andrea
Origin:
Feminine variation of Andrew, GreekMeaning:
"strong and manly"Description:
Andrea — a feminine form of Andrew (and a male name in several European cultures) — comes with a good selection of pronunciations — ANN-dree-a, AHN-dree-a, or ahn-DRAY-a — each with a slightly different image: girl next door/slightly affected/downright mysterious
- Ashton
Origin:
EnglishMeaning:
"ash tree place"Description:
Hot star Ashton Kutcher is pushing this unisex choice toward the boys' camp, but its variation Ashtyn is on the rise.
- Anna Maria
- Becca
Origin:
Diminutive of RebeccaMeaning:
"servant of God"Description:
The currently preferred replacement for Becky, sometimes used on its own.
- Brooke
Origin:
EnglishMeaning:
"small stream"Description:
Brooke has long projected an aura of sleek sophistication, and can also be seen as a stylish water name.
- Carlie
Origin:
Spelling variation of CarlyDescription:
The ie ending injects this late 20th century favorite with a bit of late 19th century charm. But not quite enough to make it a good 21st century choice.
- Celeste
Origin:
LatinMeaning:
"heavenly"Description:
Celeste is a softly pretty and somewhat quaint name with heavenly overtones, which kids might associate with Queen Celeste of Babar's elephant kingdom. She's a light and lovely choice that's finally getting noticed.
- Cicily
Description:
Cicily is a feminine name representing a variation of Cecily, which itself derives from the Latin name Caecilia, meaning 'blind' or associated with the ancient Roman Caecilia family. This spelling variant adds a distinctive touch to the traditional name while maintaining its classical roots and elegant sound. Cicily has a lyrical, flowing quality with its soft consonants and rhythm. While the standard spelling Cecily has medieval English popularity and literary connections, the Cicily variant remains quite rare, giving it an uncommon quality. The name carries associations with gentleness and grace, likely influenced by its connection to Saint Cecilia, the patron saint of music. Despite its rarity, Cicily remains intuitive in pronunciation for English speakers. The name offers parents a unique option that combines historical depth with a fresh spelling while maintaining a feminine, classic character.
- Daisy
Origin:
Diminutive of Margaret or flower name, EnglishMeaning:
"day's eye"Description:
Daisy, fresh, wholesome, and energetic, is one of the flower names that burst back into bloom after a century's hibernation. Originally a nickname for Margaret (the French Marguerite is the word for the flower), Daisy comes from the phrase "day's eye," because it opens its petals at daybreak.
- Dana
Origin:
English, Slavic, Persian, ArabicMeaning:
"from Denmark, gift, or wise"Description:
This name found in both Celtic and Scandinavian mythology has gone from all-boy to almost all-girl, retaining a strong, unisex quality. However, it has dropped following its three-decade heyday from the 1960s to the 1990s.
- Dawn
Origin:
EnglishMeaning:
"dawn, sunrise"Description:
Dawn's heyday in the US, Canada and the UK came in the 1960s and 70s. It peaked at #14 in the US in 1971, but has since sunk from sight to be eclipsed by other names with the same meaning, such as Aurora, Roxana or Zariah.
- Emily
Origin:
Feminine variation of Emil, LatinMeaning:
"rival"Description:
Emily may have dropped somewhat in the current standings, but it was the most popular girls' name for over a decade because it appeals on many levels: Emily is feminine, classic, simple, pretty, and strong. Emily is Number 1 among Gen Z names. It also has those nice literary namesakes, like Emily Dickinson and Emily Brontë.
- 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.
- Erin
Origin:
IrishMeaning:
"from the island to the west"Description:
First-wave Irish name and place name—the poetic name for Ireland—now supplanted by newer alternatives such as Maeve and Delaney.
- Esme
Origin:
FrenchMeaning:
"beloved"Description:
Esmé comes from the past participle of the Old French verb esmer, meaing "to esteem" or "to love." It can also be considered a derivative of the Spanish name Esmeralda, which means "emerald".
- Farrah
Origin:
ArabicMeaning:
"happiness"Description:
For a few seconds there in the late '70s, Farrah Fawcett's name was as frequently copied as her hairstyle; the name was Number 177 in 1977. Now, after many years off the charts and out of style, it's back, mostly thanks to a TV Teen Mom who bears the name.
- Gabbie
Description:
Gabbie is a cheerful feminine name typically used as a diminutive of Gabriella or Gabrielle, names derived from the Hebrew name Gabriel meaning 'God is my strength.' With its friendly '-ie' ending, Gabbie has an approachable, playful quality that has made it popular as both a nickname and standalone given name. The name became more common in English-speaking countries during the late 20th century as part of the trend toward using diminutive forms as official given names. Gabbie strikes a balance between casual warmth and connection to traditional naming origins. While less formal than its longer counterparts, it maintains the meaningful connection to its Hebrew roots and angelic associations, making it appealing to parents seeking a name that is both contemporary and grounded in tradition.
- Gabrielle
Origin:
French, feminine variation of Gabriel, HebrewMeaning:
"God is my Strength"Description:
The quintessentially elegant and worldly Gabrielle -- designer Coco Chanel's real name -- is on its descent after years on the rise.