Girl Names

Charlotte, the name of the young Princess of Cambridge, is the latest classic name to join Sophia, Emma, Olivia, and Isabella at the top of the popularity list. It is now among the most popular girl names in many English-speaking and European countries.

Cleo, one of the few girls' names to boast the cool-yet-lively o ending, is of course short for Cleopatra, the name of one of the most powerful women in history.

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.

Juniper is a nature name that we really like. While it's trendiest for girls -- about 2500 baby girls were named Juniper in 2022 versus 34 baby boys -- the most notable Juniper in history was the saint Brother Juniper, a follower of Saint Francis renowned for his generosity. Blessed Junipero Serra, who founded the first of the California Missions, took his name from the earlier Saint Juniper.

Neira is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins. In Galician and Spanish contexts, it likely derives from geographic roots, referring to the Neira River in Spain or possibly meaning 'snow' or 'snowy place.' In Basque culture, the name may relate to words meaning 'mine' or 'where there is iron.' Neira also appears in Slavic countries with potential connections to words for gentleness. The name has a melodic quality that transcends cultural boundaries, making it accessible worldwide despite its specific regional origins. While not widely popular in English-speaking countries, Neira has maintained steady usage in Spanish-speaking regions and parts of Eastern Europe. The name offers an elegant, distinctive option with international appeal, combining simplicity with a sophisticated sound that works well cross-culturally.