My Baby Girl Names

My favorites for all of my future daughters
  1. Agatha
    • Origin:

      Greek
    • Meaning:

      "good woman"
    • Description:

      Agatha until recently summoned up visions of martyred saints, mauve silk dresses, and high lace collars, but now that some dauntless excavators have begun to resurrect it, we're sure more will follow their lead. Actor Thomas Gibson used it for his daughter in 2004.
  2. Aurora
    • Origin:

      Latin
    • Meaning:

      "dawn"
    • Description:

      The goddess name Aurora has consistently been on the US popularity list since the nineteenth century, but has really taken off in the past 30 years. Aurora also enjoys remarkable international popularity, ranking in the Top 100 throughout the English-speaking world as well as in Italy, Spain, Norway, Switzerland, and several other European and Latin American countries.
  3. Belle
    • Origin:

      Short form of Isabelle or French
    • Meaning:

      "beautiful"
    • Description:

      Belle has nothing but positive associations, from "belle of the ball" to "Southern belle" to the heroine of Disney's Beauty and the Beast. As if this weren't enough good things, Belle is also one of the most familiar and usable names that mean beautiful. Though it has been overshadowed by the Twilight-influenced Bella and longer forms like Isabella and Annabella, Belle has its own Southern charm and would make a pretty choice as a first or middle name.
  4. Gwendolen
    • Origin:

      Welsh
    • Meaning:

      "white ring, circle"
    • Description:

      Gwendolen, an ancient Welsh favorite, retired decades ago in favor of the short form Gwen, but now, as in the case all across the naming board, the nickname has faded and the more distinguished original is up for reappraisal.
  5. Marta
    • Origin:

      Italian, Spanish, Scandinavian, Slavic
    • Meaning:

      "lady"
    • Description:

      Sharper and steelier than Martha, but with the same underused vintage appeal.
  6. Mildred
    • Origin:

      English
    • Meaning:

      "gentle strength"
    • Description:

      When scientists do research on the effects of an unpopular name, we're afraid that Mildred is one of the examples they cite, often in tandem with Bertha and Gertrude. But with cute nickname Millie on the rise, anything's possible.
  7. Rebeckah
    • Description:

      Rebeckah represents an alternative spelling of the biblical name Rebecca, which derives from Hebrew and means 'to bind' or 'to tie.' This variant spelling incorporates both the 'k' from the original Hebrew form and the 'h' ending, giving it a distinctive appearance while maintaining the traditional pronunciation. The biblical Rebecca was the wife of Isaac and mother of Jacob and Esau. This spelling variation gained some limited usage in English-speaking countries during the late 20th century as parents sought unique spellings of traditional names. While less common than Rebecca or Rebekah, the Rebeckah variant appeals to parents wanting to preserve the name's rich biblical heritage while adding a subtle point of differentiation. The name conveys timeless femininity with spiritual connections.

  8. Roselin
    • Description:

      Roselin is a delicate feminine name derived from 'rose,' the beloved flower that symbolizes love and beauty. It combines the classic floral element with the graceful '-lin' suffix, creating a name that feels both vintage and refreshing. Roselin can be considered a variation of names like Rosalind or Rosaline, which have roots in Germanic and Latin languages. The name carries a romantic, almost ethereal quality that evokes images of gardens and springtime. While not widely used, Roselin appeals to parents seeking a distinctive yet recognizable name with natural symbolism. Its gentle sound pattern creates a lyrical feeling when spoken, and it offers the familiar nickname possibility of Rose.

  9. Vivienne
    • Origin:

      French variation of Vivian
    • Meaning:

      "life"
    • Description:

      Vivienne is an elaborated Gallic version of the name Vivian, chosen first by Rosie O'Donnell for her daughter and then catapulted to superstardom when Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie used it for their twin daughter. An adult namesake is the British designer Vivienne Westwood. Rosie O'Donnell also has a daughter named Vivienne, known as Vivi.
  10. Winter
    • Origin:

      Word name
    • Description:

      Fresher, brisker and, yes, cooler than Summer or Autumn or Spring, Winter is now a full-fledged female choice, especially since Nicole Richie and Joel Madden used it for daughter Harlow's middle name, and Gretchen Mol picked it as her daughter's first, as did media mogul Sean Parker. Winter continues to be the preferred spelling and has risen in popularity significantly over the past few years.