1,000 Top Baby Girl Names in the UK for 2023

From friends’ well-meaning name suggestions to firm family favourites with historical roots, you may have a few baby girl names in mind. But have you settled on the perfect name that suits your little girl’s unique personality?

Your baby’s name is one of the first and most special gifts you’ll be giving your little one. Plus, it’s a name that’ll hold deep meaning for many years to come, so it’s important you choose a name you’ll love, and one that she’ll be proud of throughout her childhood and adult years.

To help you narrow down your choices, we've compiled a list of 1,000 top baby girl names, including both current UK favourites and distinctive, timeless or unique choices from diverse global origins and themes.

How we chose the top baby girl names in the UK

We started our comprehensive search with the most popular girl names registered in England and Wales in 2021, as recorded by The Office for National Statistics (ONS).

How does the ONS compile their list of baby names?

Every year, the ONS collects birth registration data then analyses the name frequency, ranks names based on popularity, categorises by gender, and releases the official list for insights into naming trends. Because the process of collating names takes a full year, the 2022 list will be released towards the end of 2023.

In addition to ONS’s top 100 list, we also picked some of our favourite baby girl names from our baby names lists, including Scottish baby names to the most popular Irish baby names as well as some beautiful Welsh baby names and classic, old-fashioned baby names your nan will love.

Of course, we also turned to the trusted Mumsnetters on our Baby Names forum for parents’ best picks across all categories from unique baby girl names to cool names, cute names and names inspired by various countries. For every name, we’ve listed origins and meanings to help you choose the right name for your baby girl. So, grab a cup of tea, sit back and get ready to shortlist your favourites.

Most popular baby girl names

The list below includes the top 100 baby girl names (ranked in order from the most popular) that were most frequently registered in England and Wales during 2021, according to data provided by the ONS. Some classic favourites including Olivia, Emily, Charlotte, Sophia, Amelia, Ava and Ivy have held their own, whilst new entries like Holly, Lily, Anna and Clara have crept into the top 100 along with Sara, Beatrice and Lara.

1. Olivia

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Olive tree

2. Amelia

Origin: Latin/German
Meaning: Work hard

3. Isla

Origin: Scottish
Meaning: From Islay, an island in the Scottish Hebrides

4. Ava

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Bird

5. Ivy

Origin: English
Meaning: Fidelity

6. Freya

Origin: Old Norse
Meaning: Noble woman

7. Lily

Origin: English
Meaning: Purity

8. Florence

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Prosperous/flourishing

9. Mia

Origin: Italian
Meaning: Mine

10. Willow

Origin: English
Meaning: Willow tree or freedom

11. Rosie

Origin: English
Meaning: From a rose

12. Sophia (or Sofia)

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Wisdom

13. Isabella

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: God’s promise

14. Grace

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Grace of God

15. Daisy

Origin: English
Meaning: From the flower

16. Sienna

Origin: Italian
Meaning: Reddish brown

17. Poppy

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Red flower

18. Elsie

Origin: Scottish
Meaning: Pledged to God

19. Emily

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Rival

20. Ella

Origin: English
Meaning: Noble or excellent

21. Evelyn

Origin: English
Meaning: Wished for child

22. Phoebe

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Bright/pure

24. Evie

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: To live

25. Charlotte

Origin: French
Meaning: Free woman

26. Harper

Origin: English
Meaning: Harp player

27. Millie

Origin: English
Meaning: Gentle strength

28. Matilda

Origin: German
Meaning: Strength in battle

29. Maya

Origin: Hebrew/Greek
Meaning: Water

30. Sophie

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Wisdom

31. Alice

Origin: German
Meaning: Noble

32. Emilia

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Rival

33. Isabelle

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Gods promise

34. Ruby

Origin: Latin
Meaning: From the gemstone

35. Luna

Origin: Italian
Meaning: Moon

36. Maisie

Origin: Scottish
Meaning: Pearl

37. Aria

Origin: Italian
Meaning: Air/melody

38. Penelope

Origin: Greek
Meaning: One who weaves

39. Mila

Origin: Slavic
Meaning: Hard-working

40. Bonnie

Origin: Scottish
Meaning: Beautiful, cheerful

41. Eva

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Life or breathe

42. Hallie (or Halle)

Origin: English
Meaning: Dweller at the hall meadow

Eliza

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Pledged to God

44. Ada

Origin: German
Meaning: Noble

45. Violet

Origin: Latin
Meaning: The colour purple

46. Esme

Origin: French
Meaning: To love

47. Arabella

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Yielding to prayer

48. Imogen

Origin: Celtic
Meaning: Maiden

49. Jessica

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: God behold

50. Delilah

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Delicate

51. Lottie

Origin: French
Meaning: Strong woman

52. Chloe

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Green shoot (meaning new growth)

53. Layla

Origin: Arabic
Meaning: Night or dark beauty

54. Thea

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Goddess

55. Eleanor

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: God is my light

56. Aurora

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Dawn

57. Margot

Origin: French
Meaning: Pearl

58. Mabel

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Loveable

59. Erin

Origin: Irish
Meaning: Ireland

60. Elizabeth

Origin: English
Meaning: My God is an oath

61. Emma

Origin: German
Meaning: Whole/great

62. Scarlett

Origin: English
Meaning: Red

63. Harriet

Origin: German
Meaning: Home ruler

64. Lola

Origin: Spanish
Meaning: Lady of sorrows

65. Nancy

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Grace

66. Orla

Origin: Irish
Meaning: Golden princess

67. Ayla

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Oak tree

68. Rose

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Rose/flower

69. Zara

Origin: Arabic
Meaning: Blossoming flower

70. Iris

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Rainbow

71. Robyn (or Robin)

Origin: English
Meaning: Red-breasted bird

72. Bella

Origin: Italian
Meaning: Beautiful

73. Molly

Origin: Irish
Meaning: Star of the sea

74. Olive

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Olive tree

75. Maria

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Of the sea

76. Lyla

Origin: Arabic
Meaning: Night

77. Maeve

Origin: Irish
Meaning: She who rules

78. Ellie

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: God is my light

79. Gracie

Origin: English
Meaning: Grace of God

80. Lyra

Origin: Greek
Meaning: A small harp

81. Darcie (or Darcey)

Origin: French
Meaning: Dark, from the town of Archy in France

82. Maryam

Origin: Arabic
Meaning: Drop of the sea

83. Edith

Origin: English
Meaning: Prosperous in war

84. Heidi

Origin: German
Meaning: Of noble birth

85. Lucy

Origin: English
Meaning: Light

86. Myla

Origin: Latin/German/French
Meaning: Soldier, merciful

87. Amelie

Origin: French
Meaning: Hard-working

88. Amber

Origin: Arabic
Meaning: Jewel

89. Hannah

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Favour, grace

90. Summer

Origin: English
Meaning: Season of the year when weather is warmest

91. Eden

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Paradise

92. Jasmine

Origin: Persian
Meaning: Gift from God

93. Elodie

Origin: French
Meaning: Foreign riches

94. Clara

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Clear and bright

95. Holly

Origin: English
Meaning: Holly tree

97. Anna

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Grace, favour

98. Lara

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Laurel leaf

99. Beatrice

Origin: Latin
Meaning: She who brings joy

100. Sara

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Princess

Classic baby girl names

According to Pampers research, some classic baby girl names you’ll see here include Beatrix, Dorothy, Helen and Claire. There’s no doubt that these traditional baby names have enduring appeal, timeless elegance and the ability to maintain their popularity across generations.

101. Agnes

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Pure, holy

102. Alison

Origin: German
Meaning: Noble birth

103. Amanda

Origin: Latin
Meaning: To love

104. Anne (or Ann)

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Grace or favour

105. Barbara

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Strength and resilience

106. Beatrix

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Traveller

107. Beryl

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Precious gemstone

108. Beverly (or Beverley)

Origin: English
Meaning: Beaver

109 Blythe

Origin: English
Meaning: Free spirit

110. Celeste

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Sky/heavenly

111. Claire (or Clare)

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Bright, famous

112. Constance

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Steadfast

113. Danielle

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: God is my judge

114. Denise

Origin: French
Meaning: Of the Greek God Dionysos

115. Dolores

Origin: Spanish
Meaning: Lady of sorrows

116. Dorothy

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Gift of God

117. Doris (or Dorris)

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Dorian, woman of the sea

118. Edna

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Pleasure

119. Eileen

Origin: Irish
Meaning: Bright, shining, light

120. Ethel

Origin: Old English
Meaning: Noble

121. Eunice

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Good victory

122. Frances (or Francis)

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Free woman

123. Helen

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Bright or shining

124. Hilda

Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Battle woman

125. Irene

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Peace

126. Jennifer

Origin: Welsh
Meaning: Magical being

127. Joan

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: God is gracious

128. Joanne

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: God’s grace

129. Judith (or Judy)

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Praised or celebrated

130. June

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Derived from the Roman Goddess, Juno

131. Laura

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Bay laurel, a symbol of victory

132. Linda

Origin: Spanish
Meaning: Pretty or beautiful

133. Lisa

Origin: Hebrew/Greek
Meaning: Devoted to God

134. Liza

Origin: Hebrew/Greek
Meaning: God is my oath

135. Lucille

Origin: French
Meaning: Light

136. Margaret

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Pearl

137. Marlena

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Love, devotion, faithfulness

138. Maureen

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Wished for

139. Millicent

Origin: German
Meaning: Strong worker

140. Nicola

Origin: Greek
Meaning: People’s victor

141. Pamela

Origin: English
Meaning: All sweetness

142. Philippa

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Lover of horses

143. Priscilla

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Ancient

144. Rachel

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Ewe

145. Rosalind

Origin: German
Meaning: Tender

146. Roxanne

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Bright, shining

147. Sabrina

Origin: Latin
Meaning: From the river Severn

148. Sonya

Origin: Slavic
Meaning: Wisdom or wise one

149. Stephanie

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Crown or garland

150. Suzanne

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: graceful lily

151. Tamara

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Date palm tree

152. Tamlyn

Origin: Welsh
Meaning: Bravery

153. Tamryn

Origin: Welsh
Meaning: Beauty and grace

154. Wynona

Origin: Native American
Meaning: Firstborn daughter

Short baby girl names

If you’re looking for a short, sweet and straightforward name for your baby girl, this list is for you. Shorter names can be easier to pronounce, spell and remember, making communication and learning more accessible. Here’s our pick of the best short baby girl names that make a huge impression.

155. Abbie

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: My father is joy

156. Anje

Origin: Dutch
Meaning: Grace or favour

157. Amy

Origin: English
Meaning: Beloved

158. Ash

Origin: English
Meaning: From the ash tree

159. Benny

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Daughter of the right hand

160. Bo

Origin: Old Norse
Meaning: To live

161. Dot

Origin: English
Meaning: Gift of God

162. Etta

Origin: English or Italian
Meaning: Little rose

163. Faye

Origin: English
Meaning: Fairy

164. Fern

Origin: English
Meaning: From the fern tree

165. Fleur

Origin: French
Meaning: Flower

166. Freda

Origin: German
Meaning: Peaceful

167. Gia

Origin: Italian
Meaning: God is gracious

168. Hera

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Hero, warrior

169. Hope

Origin: English
Meaning: Resilience

170. Indie

Origin: English
Meaning: Independence

171. Ines

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Pure

172. Joy

Origin: English
Meaning: Contentment

173. Juno

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Youthful

174. Kay

Origin: English
Meaning: purity and forgiveness

175. Kit

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Innocent

176. Lex

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Helper or defender

177. Liv

Origin: Scandinavian
Meaning: Life

178. Lumi

Origin: Finnish
Meaning: Beauty and purity of snow

179. Max

Origin: Latin
Meaning: The greatest

180. May (or Mae)

Origin: English
Meaning: The fifth month

181. Nell

Origin: English
Meaning: Bright

182. Nina

Origin: Native American
Meaning: Strong or mighty

183. Noa

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Motion or movement

184. Opal

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Precious gem

185. Peri (or Perri)

Origin: Turkish
Meaning: Fairy or supernatural being

186. Petra

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Rock signifying strength and stability

187. Posy

Origin: English
Meaning: Flowers

188. Rae

Origin: Scottish
Meaning: Dark bird

189. Rue

Origin: English and Greek
Meaning: Herb, regret

190. Rui

Origin: Japanese
Meaning: Beauty, depth

191. Sage

Origin: English
Meaning: Wise or shows wisdom

192. Shula

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Flame or fiery

193. Sim

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: She who hears

194. Sky

Origin: English
Meaning: Symbol of openness and freedom

195. Syd

Origin: English
Meaning: Wide meadow

196. Tara

Origin: Irish
Meaning: Star

197. Tove

Origin: Scandinavian
Meaning: Beautiful

198. Vera

Origin: Latin
Meaning: True or genuine

199. Vita

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Life

200. Xyla

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Of the forest

201. Zena

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Life or woman

202. Zola

Origin: Italian
Meaning: Piece of earth

Modern baby girl names

Does the thought of your little girl sharing a name with her cousin or friend at nursery fill you with dread? Well, this list has you covered with some modern baby names you may not have heard before. Some, like Avril and Blanche are classic names that are rarely used these days, while others including Amica and Briley might be completely new to friends and family, and will certainly make a statement.

203. Alyssa

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Noble

204. Amica

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Friend or beloved

205. Astrid

Origin: Old Norse
Meaning: Divinely beautiful

206. Autumn

Origin: English
Meaning: Referring to the season Autumn

207. Avril

Origin: French
Meaning: April

208. Bibi

Origin: Irish
Meaning: The exalted one

209. Blanche

Origin: French
Meaning: Fair

210. Briley

Origin: English
Meaning: Meadow with the bridge

211. Brooke

Origin: English
Meaning: A small stream

212.Calista

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Most beautiful

213. Chantelle

Origin: French
Meaning: Song

214. Clover

Origin: English
Meaning: The clover plant

215. Coco

Origin: French
Meaning: Victorious

216. Dervla

Origin: Irish
Meaning: Daughter of a poet

217. Dinah

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Vindicated

218. Dixie

Origin: American
Meaning: Referring to the Southern United States

219. Eugenie

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Noble

220. Felicity

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Good fortune

221. Femke

Origin: Dutch
Meaning: Little girl

222. Frith

Origin: Old English
Meaning: Peace

223. Hero

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Warrior

224. Iona

Origin: Scottish
Meaning: Referring to the Isle of Iona

225. Jess

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Gift

226. Juniper

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Referring to the juniper tree

227. Karis

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Grace

228. Kezia (Keziah)

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Cinnamon

229. Kiki

Origin: French
Meaning: Double happiness

230. Kyla

Origin: Irish
Meaning: Slender

231. Leanne

Origin: English
Meaning: Graceful meadow

232. Lewis

Origin: English/Welsh
Meaning: Famous warrior

233. Madison

Origin: English
Meaning: Son of Maud

234. Maribel

Origin: Latin/French
Meaning: Of the sea, beautiful

235. Mercia

Origin: English
Meaning: From the Anglo-Saxon kingdom of Mercia

236. Morgan

Origin: Welsh
Meaning: Sea circle

237. Noelle

Origin: French
Meaning: Christmas

238. Oriana

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Golden

239. Pixie

Origin: English
Meaning: Referring to a mythical creature

240. Quinn

Origin: Irish
Meaning: Wisdom

241. Remi (or Remy)

Origin: French
Meaning: Rower

242. Rita

Origin: Spanish, Italian
Meaning: Pearl

243. River

Origin: English
Meaning: A body of flowing water

244. Rivka (variant of Rebecca)

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: To tie or bind together

245. Sahara

Origin: Arabic
Meaning: Desert

246. Skyler

Origin: Dutch, English
Meaning: Eternal life

247. Storm

Origin: English
Meaning: Tempest

248. Suki

Origin: Japanese
Meaning: Beloved

249. Sydney

253.Origin: English
Meaning: Wide meadow

250. Tanja

Origin: Slavic
Meaning: Fairy queen

251. Taylor

Origin: French
Meaning: Clothing maker

252. Teddy

Origin: English
Meaning: Rich guard

253. Tiara

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Crown

254. Trinidy (variant of Trinity)

Origin: English
Meaning: Triad

255. Valentina

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Strong or healthy

256. Veronica

Origin: Latin, Greek
Meaning: Bringer of victory

257. Ziggy

Origin: German
Meaning: Victorious protector

258. Zilla

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Shadow

What Mumsnetters say about short girl names

The only girl's name on our list (we had a boy) was Maribel” - Mumsnet user, elQuintoConyo

“Oriana may be a bit too classic but an alternative to more common Ariana” - Mumsnet user, Dollywilde

Unique baby girl names

Giving your little girl a unique baby name can foster a strong sense of individuality, setting her apart and empowering her to embrace her distinctive identity in a diverse world. It also offers the opportunity for her to leave a lasting impression, making her name a memorable conversation starter. Choose from our unique list here.

259. Aislinn

Origin: Irish
Meaning: Dream or vision

260. Alanya

Origin: Turkish
Meaning: Referring to a city in Turkey

261. Alba

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Sunrise

262. Alexis

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Defender

263. Amphora

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Beautiful vase

264 . Arabella

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Lovely or elegant

265. Aveline

Origin: French
Meaning: Hazel

266. Calliope

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Beautiful voice

267. Camilla

Origin: Latin
270. Meaning: Young ceremonial attendant

268. Carey

Origin: Irish
Meaning: Dark-haired

269. Celestia

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Heavenly

270. Connie (or Conny)

Origin: English
Meaning: Steadfast

271. Crystal

Origin: English
Meaning: Referring to the mineral crystal

272. Damaris

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Gentle

273. Demi

Origin: French
Meaning: Half or small

274. Elowen

Origin: Cornish
Meaning: Elm tree

275. Fiorella

Origin: Italian
Meaning: Little flower

276. Frida

Origin: German
Meaning: Peace

277. Galadriel

Origin: Sindarin
Meaning: Aiden crowned with a radiant garland

278. Gilda

Origin: German
Meaning: covered in Gold

279. Halcyon

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Calm

280. Hebe

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Youth

281. Honour (or Honor)

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Honourable

282. Inca

Origin: Quechuan
Meaning: Referring to the indigenous people of the Inca Empire

283. Indiana

Origin: Native American
Meaning: Land of the Indians

284. Jazzy

Origin: English
Meaning: From root name Jasmine, which means gift from God

285. Jessamine

Origin: Persian
Meaning: From root name Jasmine, which means gift from God

286. Joss

Origin: German
Meaning: Member of the Germanic tribe

287. Kaia

Origin: Scandinavian, Greek
Meaning: Pure or earth

288. Katarina

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Pure or clean

289. Kitty

Origin: English
Meaning: A diminutive of Katherine, both of which mean pure

290. Lacy (or Lacey)

Origin: English
Meaning: Referring to lace

291. Leia

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Weary

292. Leni

Origin: German
Meaning: Bright or shining

293. Liora

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: God's gift of light

294. Lizette

Origin: French
Meaning: God's promise

295. Lula

Origin: German
Meaning: Famous in battle

296. Lyric

Origin: English
Meaning: Referring to song lyrics

297. Marnie

Origin: Scottish
Meaning: Sea maiden

298. Maven

Origin: Yiddish
Meaning: Expert

299. Meriel

Origin: Welsh
Meaning: Shining sea

300. Naomi

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Pleasant

301. Nova

Origin: Latin
Meaning: New or young

302. Odette

Origin: French5Meaning: Wealth

303. Oona

Origin: Irish
Meaning: Lamb

304. Ophelia

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Help

305. Orlaith

Origin: Irish
Meaning: Golden princess

306. Pandora

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Gifted one

307. Peregrine

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Traveller

308. Portia

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Doorkeeper

309. Quilla

Origin: Quechuan
Meaning: Silver moon

310. Quinlan

Origin: Irish
Meaning: Strong or well formed

311. Rhys

Origin: Welsh
Meaning: Enthusiasm

312. Rochelle

Origin: French
Meaning: Small rock

313. Romy

Origin: German
Meaning: Dew of the sea

314. Saffron

Origin: Arabic
Meaning: Yellow flower

315. Sapphire

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Blue

316. Saskia

Origin: Dutch
Meaning: Saxon woman

317. Serenity

Origin: English
Meaning: Peaceful

318. Shayna

Origin: Yiddish
Meaning: Beautiful

319. Tegan

Origin: Welsh
Meaning: Fair or beautiful

320. Thalia

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Blooming

321. Thessaly

Origin: Greek
Meaning: To hunt

322. Vada

Origin: German
Meaning: Famous ruler

323. Verity

Origin: English
Meaning: Truth

324. Vivi

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Alive

325. Wednesday

Origin: English
Meaning: Named for the God Woden

326. Willa

Origin: German
Meaning: Resolute protection

327. Xanthe

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Blonde or yellow

328. Xiomara

Origin: Spanish
Meaning: Ready for battle

329. Zephyrine

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Gentle breeze

What Mumsnetters say about unique girl names

“Quirky but pretty - I’ve always liked Hebe and Meriel” - Mumsnet user, Emmapeeler

“Amphora - amphi for short” - Mumsnet user, singymummy

Cute baby girl names

Along with celebrity baby names, cute and endearing baby girl names are definitely in the spotlight, and for good reason. They’re shorter and punchier than their traditional counterparts and carry a fun, light-hearted and playful tone. The 'cute' factor behind the name offers the perfect combination of history and character. Here are some of the cutest baby girl names we just had to include on our list.

330. Alessia

Origin: Italian
Meaning: Defender of mankind

331. Anastacia (or Anastasia)

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Resurrection

332. Angel

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Messenger or a celestial being

333. Annie

Origin: English
Meaning: Grace or favour

334. April

Origin: Latin
Meaning: To blossom

335. Aster

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Star-like flower

336. Betty

Origin: English
Meaning: Consecrated to God

337. Bluebell

Origin: English
Meaning: Refers to the bluebell flower

338. Damienne

Origin: French
Meaning: To tame

339. Dulcie

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Sweet or pleasant

340. Emerald

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Rebirth and love (referring to the gemstone)

341. Fifi

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: God gives

342. Flora

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Flourishing

343. Fraser

Origin: Scottish
Meaning: Strawberry

344. Holly

Origin: English
Meaning: Holly tree

345. Honey

Origin: English
Meaning: Sweet

346. India

Origin: English
Meaning: From the river Indus

347. Juliet

Origin: English
Meaning: Youthful

348. Katia

Origin: Russian
Meaning: Pure

349. Katie (or Katy)

Origin: English
Meaning: Pure

350. Libby

Origin: English
Meaning: My God is an oath

351. Lila

Origin: Persian
Meaning: Youthful innocence

352. Livvy

Origin: English
Meaning: Olive tree or peace

353. Lordes

Origin: French
Meaning: Little French town

354. Lulu

Origin: German
Meaning: Famous warrior

355. Malorie

Origin: English
Meaning: Variant of Mallory, meaning unfortunate

356. Marigold

Origin: English
Meaning: Refers to the marigold flower

357. Mavis

Origin: English
Meaning: Refers to the songbird

358. Megan (or Meg)

Origin: Welsh
Meaning:Pearl

359. Misha

Origin: Russian
Meaning: Who is like God

360. Nala

Origin: African (Swahili)
Meaning: Queen

361. Nelly (or Nellie)

Origin: English
Meaning: Light or bright

362. Raine (or Rain)

Origin: English
Meaning: Rain or queen

363. Rosa

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Referring to the rose flower

364. Safia

Origin: Arabic
Meaning: Pure or wise

365. Sancia

Origin: Italian
Meaning: Holy or sacred

366. Talulah (or Tallulah)

Origin: Native American (Choctaw)
Meaning: Leaping water

367. Tammy

Origin: English
Meaning: Date tree

368. Tanith

Origin: Phoenician
Meaning: Serpent lady

369. Thora

Origin: Old Norse
Meaning: Thunder goddess

370. Tiggy

Origin: English
Meaning: Poet

371. Tula

Origin: Sanskrit
Meaning: Balance

372. Vivien (or Vivienne)

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Alive or lively

373. Winifred

Origin: Welsh
Meaning: Blessed peacemaking.

374. Winter (or Wynter)

Origin: English
Meaning: Refers to the season of winter

375. Zenith

Origin: Arabic
Meaning: The highest point or peak

Cool baby girl names

Slightly edgy, a bit trendy and often seen in celebrity kids’ circles, these cool baby girl names will undoubtedly turn heads. Of course, trends change from year to year, but the cool thing about these names, like Mercedes, Anais and Ivanna, is that they carry a rich history and deep meaning too! Here are some great choices for your cool little cat.

376. Ally

Origin: English
Meaning: Noble

377. Amara

Origin: Igbo (African)
Meaning: Grace or mercy

378. Anais

Origin: French
Meaning: Grace

379. Aphmau

Origin: Mexican
Meaning: Divine Goddess or warrior

380. Athlyn

Origin: English
Meaning: Friend of the people

381. Atlanta

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Balanced, equal, or strong

382. Axel

Origin: Scandinavian
Meaning: Father of peace or my father is peace

383. Barley

Origin: English
Meaning: Refers to the cereal grain

385. Berenice

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Bringer of victory

386. Birdie

Origin: English
Meaning: Refers to a little bird

387. Bliss

Origin: English
Meaning: Extreme happiness or joy

388. Blossom

Origin: English
Meaning: Refers to the flower's bloom

389. Blue

Origin: English
Meaning: Refers to the colour blue, symbolising sensitivity

390. Capri

Origin: Italian
Meaning: Italian island

391. Carmen

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Song or poem

392. Charissa

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Grace or kindness

393. Cheyenne

Origin: Native American (Dakota Sioux)
Meaning: Referring to the Cheyenne people or ‘red speakers’

394. Cora

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Maiden or young girl

395. Coraline

Origin: French
Meaning: Maiden

396. Cushla

Origin: Irish
Meaning: Charming or beloved

397. Dahliana

Origin: Scandinavian
Meaning: Related to the Dahlia flower

398. Elektra

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Shining or bright

399. Elena

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Bright, shining light

400. Elise

Origin: French
Meaning: Consecrated to God

401. Ellis

Origin: English
Meaning: My God is Yahweh

402. Harley

Origin: English
Meaning: Hare-like

403. Indigo

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Blue dy

404. Ivanna

Origin: Slavic
Meaning: God is gracious

405. Jewel

Origin: English
Meaning: Precious gem or a valuable person

406. Jovita

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Joyful or jovial

407. London

Origin: English
Meaning: Referring to the capital city of England

408. Marlene

Origin: German
Meaning: Star of the sea

409. Meadow

Origin: English
Meaning: A field of grass or wildflowers

410. Mercedes

Origin: Spanish
Meaning: Referring to the Virgin Mary of Mercy

411. Mina

Origin: German
Meaning: Love

412. Nadia

Origin: Russian
Meaning: Hope

413. Naira

Origin: Arabic
Meaning: Shining or radiant

414. Niamh (or Neave)

Origin: Irish
Meaning: Brightness or radiance

415. Ninona

Origin: Greek
Meaning: God is gracious

416. Nuala

Origin: Irish
Meaning: Fair-shouldered

417. Ocean

Origin: English
Meaning: Referring to the large body of saltwater

418. Olwen

Origin: Welsh
Meaning: Blessed footprint

419. Oxana

Origin: Ukrainian
Meaning: Hospitable or welcoming

420. Paris

Origin: Greek
Meaning: The capital city of France

421. Pauly

Origin: English
Meaning: Small or humble

422. Queenie

Origin: English
Meaning: Royal woman or queen-like

423. Reeva

Origin: French
Meaning: Riverbank

424. Rena

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Melody

425. Selbie

Origin: English
Meaning: From the willow farm

426. Seraphina

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Fiery ones or burning ones

427. Sonnet

Origin: English
Meaning: A short poem or verse

428. Sutton

Origin: English
Meaning: From the Southern homestead

429. Tatum

Origin: English
Meaning: Referring to a cheerful or full of spirit person

430. Wanda

Origin: Slavic
Meaning: Wanderer or seeker

431. Xanadu

Origin: Mongolian
Meaning: Mongolian city

432. Zita

Origin: Italian
Meaning: Little girl or seeker

433. Zinnia

Origin: English
Meaning: Referring to the Zinnia flower

434. Thessaly

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Referring to the ancient region of Thessaly in Greece

435. Vaeda

Origin: Indian
Meaning: Eternal knowledge

What Mumsnetters say about cool girl names

“I wanted Dahliana or Amara if we had a girl." - Mumsnet user, MadameOvary81

“Olwen is a name I've only heard once and always thought sounded lovely” - Mumsnet user, Disfordarkchocolate

“I was in the doctor's waiting room once when twins Ocean and Harbour were called forward by the nurse” - Mumsnet user, careerchangeperhaps

“I met an Athelyn once. Still think it’s lovely and never met another” - Mumsnet user,Sillyotter

Gender-neutral baby girl names

Fancy the idea of a strong, unisex name for your baby girl? Well, the good news is that gender-neutral baby names have gained immense popularity in recent years as they’re relevant and adaptable to evolving societal norms. They’re also inclusive and widely accepted across different languages and cultures. Here’s a mix of both popular and a few lesser-known gender-neutral names we think you’ll like.

436. Aaron

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: High mountain or exalted

437. Alex

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Defender of the people

438. Andy (or Andi)

Origin: English
Meaning: Courageous

439. Ash

Origin: English
Meaning: Refers to the ash tree

440. Bailey

Origin: English
Meaning: Steward

441. Billy

Origin: English
Meaning: Resolute protector

442. Blake

Origin: English
Meaning: Refers to someone with dark hair or a dark complexion

443. Bobbie

Origin: English
Meaning: Bright fame

444. Brett

Origin: English
Meaning: A Breton or a native of Brittany, France

445. Briar

Origin: English
Meaning: Referring to a thorny plant

446. Carter

Origin: English
Meaning: One who transports goods by cart

447. Casey

Origin: Irish
Meaning: Vigilant or watchful

448. Charlie

Origin: English
Meaning: Strong

449. Chris

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Bearing Christ

450. Dakota

Origin: Native American (Sioux)
Meaning: Friend or ally

451. Danny

Origin: English
Meaning: God is my judge

452, Dominique

Origin: French
Meaning: Belonging to the Lord or God's child

453. Drew

Origin: English
Meaning: Courageous

454. Dylan

Origin: Welsh
Meaning: Great tide or son of the sea

455. Elliot

Origin: English
Meaning: Belonging to or descended from Elias

456. Hayden

Origin: English
Meaning: Valley with hay or heath-covered hill

457. Jamie

Origin: English
Meaning: Supplanter

458. Joey

Origin: English
Meaning: God will increase

459. Jera

Origin: Old English (Anglo-Saxon)
Meaning: Harvest and reward

460. Jesse

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Gift, wealthy

461. Jordan

Origin: English
Meaning: Referring to the river Jordan

462. Jude

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Praised

463.. Lee

Origin: English
Meaning: A meadow

464. Lennon

Origin: Irish
Meaning: Lover or sweetheart

465. Marcelle

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Strong

466. Marty

Origin: English
Meaning: Warrior of Mars

467. Maverick

Origin: American
Meaning: Independent

468. Max

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Greatest

469. Micky

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Who is like God

470.. Navy

Origin: English
Meaning: Fleet of ships

471. Nyx

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Night

472. Parker

Origin: English
Meaning: Keeper of the park or gamekeeper

473. Pascale

Origin: French
Meaning: Referring to Easter or the Passover

474. Phoenix

Origin: Greek
Meaning: A mythical bird, reborn from its ashes

475. Rickie (or Ricky)

Origin: English
Meaning: Strong ruler

476. Riley

Origin: Irish
Meaning: Courageous or valiant

477. Robin (or Robyn)

Origin: English
Meaning: A small songbird or bright fame

478. Rorke

Origin: Irish
Meaning: Red

479. Toni

Origin: English
Meaning: Invaluable

480. Wynn

Origin: Old English
Meaning: Joy or delight

What Mumsnetters say about gender-neutral baby names

“I agree with Alex. Can be short for Alexander or Alexandra.” - Mumsnet user, Kanaloa

“I love Billy for a girl” - Mumsnet user, hawkehurstgang

English baby girl names

Some traditional English names like Catherine have been popular for generations, whilst others like Patsy and Roberta have made a welcomed comeback. These feminine names have stood the test of time in England, even if not of English origin, and combine vintage charm with a touch of modern appeal. Here are some great options to choose from.

481. Addison

Origin: English
Meaning: Son of Adam or Adam's child

482. Athena

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Goddess of wisdom

483. Aubrey

Origin: German
Meaning: Elf ruler

485. Catherine

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Pure or clear

486. Celia

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Heaven, celestial

487. Cindy

Origin: English
Meaning: Moon or light

488. Cordelia

Origin: English
Meaning: Heart or daughter of the sea

489. Diana

Origin: Roman
Meaning: Goddess of the hunt

490. Ellen

Origin: English
Meaning: Light or bright

491. Faith

Origin: English
Meaning: Confidence, belief, trust.

492. Frankie

Origin: English
Meaning: From France

493. Gwendolyn

Origin: Welsh
Meaning: Fair and blessed

494. Hailey (or Hayley)

Origin: English
Meaning: Hay clearing

495. Hazel

Origin: English
Meaning: Hazelnut tree

496. Helena

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Bright, shining light

497. Henrietta

Origin: German
Meaning: Ruler of the household or home

498. Jade

Origin: Spanish
Meaning: A precious green stone

499. Jane

Origin: English
Meaning: God is gracious

500. Janine

Origin: French
Meaning: God is gracious

501. Jemima

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Dove

502. Jocelyn (or Joselyn)

Origin: English
Meaning: God will increase

503. Julia

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Youthful

504. Kimberley (or Kim)

Origin: English
Meaning: Royal fortress

505. Lindsey (or Lyndsey)

Origin: English
Meaning: Linden tree by the water

506. Louise

Origin: French
Meaning: Famous warrior

507. Madison

Origin: English
Meaning: Son of Matthew or "Matthew's child"

508. Natalie

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Christmas Day or birth of the Lord

509. Paige

Origin: English
Meaning: Page or young servant

510. Patsy

Origin: English
Meaning: Noble

511. Rebecca

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: To tie or to bind

512. Roberta

Origin: English
Meaning: Bright

513. Rosalie

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Rose or gentle horse

514. Rosalind

Origin: English
Meaning: Pretty rose or tender horse

515. Rowena

Origin: German
Meaning: Fame and happiness

516. Samantha

Origin: Aramaic
Meaning: Listener or heard by God

517. Sandra

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Defender of the people

518. Savannah

Origin: Spanish
Meaning: Treeless plain

519. Stella

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Sta

520. Tess

Origin: English
Meaning: Harvest

521. Tina

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Follower of Christ

522. Vanessa

Origin: Latin
Meaning: God of love

523. Zoey (or Zoe)

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Life or alive

What Mumsnetters say about English baby names

“I’ve always loved Henrietta or Cordelia” - Mumsnet user, QuimReaper

SirSamuelVimes also gives a thumbs up to Catherine and Rosalind. IamnotwhouthinkIam likes Celia, Joselyn and Tess. Mumsnetter, BlueChampagne, loves Rowena. In her list of English names for girls, Mumsnetter Luana1 has included Hazel.

Scottish baby girl names

Baby girl names with a Scottish heritage offer a distinctive blend of history, nature and cultural significance that sets them apart. These names often combine a unique combination of Gaelic charm, traditional roots, and a connection to Scotland's rugged landscapes. Some of the Scottish baby names on this list are from the National Records of Scotland’s most popular names list for 2022.

524. Ailsa

Origin: Scottish
Meaning: Rock

525. Ainsley

Origin: Scottish
Meaning: One's own meadow

526. Amara

Origin: Igbo (Nigeria)
Meaning: Mercy

527. Beau

Origin: French
Meaning: Beautiful

528. Beth

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Pledged to God

529. Blair

Origin: Scottish
Meaning: Field or plain in Scottish Gaelic

530. Bonnie

Origin: Scottish
Meaning: Beautiful or charming

531. Daphne

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Laurel trees

532. Eilidh

Origin: Scottish Gaelic
Meaning: Light

533. Elsie

Origin: Scottish, English
Meaning: Pledged to God

534. Elspeth

Origin: Scottish
Meaning: God is my oath

535. Emme

Origin: English
Meaning: Universal or whole

536. Fallon

Origin: Irish
Meaning: Leader

537. Fatima

Origin: Arabic
Meaning: To abstain

538. Finella

Origin: Scottish
Meaning: White shoulder

539. Georgia

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Earthworker

540. Gianna

Origin: Italian
Meaning: God is gracious

541. Hadley

Origin: English
Meaning: Meadow

542. Honey

Origin: English
Meaning: Sweet person

543. Izzy

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Pledged to God

544. Joni

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: God is gracious

545. Jorgie (or Georgie)

Origin: English
Meaning: Farmer

546. Jorja (or Georgia)

Origin: English
Meaning: Farmer

547. Lachina

Origin: Scottish Gaelic
Meaning: From the land of the lakes

548. Lexi

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Defender of the people

549. Lucia

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Light

550. Maci (or Macie)

Origin: English
Meaning: Pearl

551. Mackenzie

Origin: Scottish
Meaning: Son of Kenneth or fair one

552. Maggie

Origin: English
Meaning: Pearl

553. Mairi

Origin: Scottish Gaelic
Meaning: Beloved

554. Mirren

Origin: Scottish
Meaning: Luminous

555. Morven

Origin: Scottish Gaelic
Meaning: Big mountain

556. Murron

Origin: Scottish
Meaning: Sea

557. Mylah

Origin: German
Meaning: Gracious

558. Nell

Origin: English
Meaning: Shining

559. Paisley

Origin: Scottish
Meaning: Town of Paisley in Scotland

560. Pearl

Origin: English
Meaning: Refers to the precious gemstone

561. Piper

Origin: English
Meaning: Pipe player

562. Roux

Origin: French
Meaning: Red

563. Sloane

Origin: Scottish, Irish
Meaning: Warrior

564. Tabitha

Origin: Aramaic, Greek
Meaning: Gazelle

565. Tilly

Origin: English
Meaning: Strength in battle

566. Wren

Origin: English
Meaning: Small songbird

567. Zoya

Origin: Russian, Persian
Meaning: Life/light

Irish baby girl names

Most traditional Irish baby names for girls like Alana and Caitlin have beautiful meanings and historical significance in Irish culture and tradition. Many of these Irish favourites made it onto the Central Statistics Office’s most popular Irish Babies’ Names List for 2022. Here’s our pick of the top Irish baby girls’ names.

568. Aibhlinn

Origin: Irish
Meaning: bright

569. Ailbhe

Origin: Irish
Meaning: White light

570. Aine

Origin: Irish
Meaning: Radiance

571. Aisling

Origin: Irish
Meaning: Dreams or vision

572. Aislin

Origin: Irish
Meaning: Variant of ‘Aisling,’ meaning dream or vision

573. Alana

Origin: Irish
Meaning: Beautiful or harmony

574. Amira

Origin: Arabic
Meaning: Princess

575. Aoife

Origin: Irish
Meaning: Beauty

576. Ariyah

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Lioness of God

577. Brianna

Origin: Irish
Meaning: Strong

578. Bridget

Origin: Irish
Meaning: Exalted one

579. Caireann

Origin: Irish
Meaning: Friend

580. Caitlin

Origin: Irish
Meaning: Pure or clear

581. Cara

Origin: Italian
Meaning: Beloved or dear

582. Cliodhna

Origin: Irish
Meaning: Goddess associated with love and beauty

583. Clodagh

Origin: Irish
Meaning: Wash or river

584. Colleen

Origin: Irish
Meaning: Young woman

585. Croia

Origin: Irish
Meaning: Heart

586. Daria

Origin: Persian
Meaning: Rich

587. Dearbhla

Origin: Irish
Meaning: Verified

588. Deidre

Origin: Irish
Meaning: Broken-hearted

589. Eabha

Origin: Irish
Meaning: Life

590. Eala

Origin: Irish
Meaning: Swan

591. Eilish

Origin: Irish
Meaning: Consecrated to God

592. Eithne

Origin: Irish
Meaning: Grain or kernel

593. Emer

Origin: Irish
Meaning: Swift

594. Erin

Origin: Irish
Meaning: Peace

596. Everleigh

Origin: English
Meaning: Ever bright

597. Fiadh

Origin: Irish
Meaning: Wild

598. Grainne

Origin: Irish
Meaning: Grain or kernel

599. Kathleen

Origin: Irish
Meaning: Pure or clear

600. Keely

Origin: Irish
Meaning: Slender

601. Kerry

Origin: Irish
Meaning: Dark

602. Liadan

Origin: Irish
Meaning: Gray

603. Mary

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Bitter

604. Meabh

Origin: Irish
Meaning: Intoxicating

605. Nora

Origin: Irish
Meaning: Honour

606. Nyla

Origin: Irish
Meaning: Fury, passion

607. Patricia

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Noble

608. Rois

Origin: Irish
Meaning: Rose

609. Róisín

Origin: Irish
Meaning: Little rose

610. Saoirse

Origin: Irish
Meaning: Freedom

611. Siobhan

Origin: Irish
Meaning: God is gracious

612. Siun

Origin: Irish
Meaning: God is gracious

613. Una (or Oona)

Origin: Irish
Meaning: Unity or one

What Mumsnetters say about Irish baby names

“I like Aoife too. I think it's fairly common so most people know how to pronounce it” - Mumsnet user, Missjaysays

“I’m not Irish, but Eithne is nice and I think pronunciation is obvious from spelling, unlike a few other Irish names” - Mumsnet user, BlackberryandNettle

“I love Saoirse and Cliodhna. Aislin is nice too” - Mumsnet user, Shoofly

Welsh baby girl names

Welsh baby names are truly charming, aren’t they? That’s because each name carries a story, often intertwined with myths, legends and the nation's proud history. Choose from our top picks of beautiful Welsh names for baby girls and ensure that your little one’s name sets her apart. We’ve also included names not of Welsh origin that are popular in Wales.

614. Aderyn

Origin: Welsh
Meaning: Bird

615. Aelfwynn

Origin: Old English
Meaning: Elf friend

616. Alys

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Noble

617. Aneira

Origin: Welsh
Meaning: Golden

618. Angharad

Origin: Welsh
Meaning: Much loved

619. Anwen

Origin: Welsh
Meaning: Blessed

620. Arianwen

Origin: Welsh
Meaning: Blessed silver

621. Bethan

Origin: Welsh
Meaning: Consecrated to God

622. Betsan

Origin: Welsh
Meaning: Consecrated to God.

623. Blodwyn

Origin: Welsh
Meaning: White flower

624. Branwen

Origin: Welsh
Meaning: Blessed raven

625. Bronwen

Origin: Welsh
Meaning: Blessed

626. Cadi

Origin: Welsh
Meaning: Pure or clear

627. Carys

Origin: Welsh
Meaning: Love

628. Ceinwen

Origin: Welsh
Meaning: Blessed, beautiful

629. Celyn

Origin: Welsh
Meaning: Holl

630. Cerys

Origin: Welsh
Meaning: Variant of ‘Carys’, meaning love

631. Delwyn

Origin: Welsh
Meaning: Pretty

632. Deryn

Origin: Welsh
Meaning: Bird

633. Dilys

Origin: Welsh
Meaning: Genuine or true

634. Dina

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Heavenly

635. Dylan

Origin: Welsh
Meaning: Son of the sea

636. Eilys

Origin: Welsh
Meaning: Consecrated to God

637. Eirwen

Origin: Welsh
Meaning: White snow

638. Eirys

Origin: Welsh
Meaning: Blessed snow

639. Elan

Origin: Welsh
Meaning: Friendly or ardent

640. Elen

Origin: Welsh
Meaning: Bright or shining

641. Eleri

Origin: Welsh
Meaning: Strawberry

642. Enid

Origin: Welsh
Meaning: Soul or life

643. Ffion

Origin: Welsh
Meaning: Foxglove

644. Fionn

Origin: Irish
Meaning: Fair

645. Gaynor

Origin: Welsh
Meaning: White and smooth

646. Gladys

Origin: Welsh
Meaning: Country or territory

647. Guinevere

Origin: Welsh
Meaning: White shadow

648. Gwen

Origin: Welsh
Meaning: Blessed

649. Gwenda

Origin: Welsh
Meaning: Fair, good

650. Gwyneth

Origin: Welsh
Meaning: White

652. Haf

Origin: Welsh
Meaning: Summer

653. Heulwen

Origin: Welsh
Meaning: Sunshine

654. Isobel

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Pledged to God

655. Kendra

Origin: English
Meaning: Knowing

656. Lili

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Oath of God

657. Lowri

Origin: Welsh
Meaning: Victory

658. Mabli

Origin: Welsh
Meaning: Loveable

659. Mabyn

Origin: Cornish/Welsh
Meaning: Son

660. Mared

Origin: Welsh
Meaning: Pearl

661. Reece

Origin: Welsh
Meaning: Enthusiasm or ardour

662. Rhian

Origin: Welsh
Meaning: Maiden

663. Rhiannon

Origin: Welsh
Meaning: Divine queen

664. Seren

Origin: Welsh
Meaning: Star

665. Sian

Origin: Welsh
Meaning: God is gracious

What Mumsnetters say about Welsh baby names

“Rhiannon will always have its admirers thanks to Fleetwood Mac” - Mumsnet user, groovergirl

“My favourite that I heard called out recently was Arianwen, but that's the first time I've heard that name in years” - Mumsnet user, DraigFach

European-inspired baby girl names

While many European-inspired names feature heavily on ONS’s top 100 list like Olivia, Emma and Mia, we hand-picked a few additional favourites from Euro News choices including Anna-Maria and Zofia. European-inspired baby girl names bring a touch of old-world elegance and diverse cultural flair to the world of baby names. Here’s a list of the stand-out names we think you’ll love.

666. Allegra

Origin: Italian
Meaning: Joyful

667. Anna-Maria

Origin: Hebrew/Latin
Meaning: Grace/beloved

668. Anouk

Origin: Dutch, French
Meaning: Grace

669. Artemis

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Greek goddess of the hunt, wilderness and moon

670. Azzurra (or Azzura)

Origin: Italian
Meaning: Blue

671. Bernadette

Origin: French
Meaning: Brave as a bear

672. Bianca

Origin: Italian
Meaning: White

673. Calliope

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Beautiful voice

674. Dasha

Origin: Russian
Meaning: Wealthy

675. Delphina (or Delfina)

Origin: Italian
Meaning: Dolphin

676. Donatella

Origin: Italian
Meaning: Given

677. Evangeline

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Good news

678. Floriana

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Flower

679. Franka

Origin: German, Dutch
Meaning: Free or honest

680. Giorgia

Origin: Italian
Meaning: Earthworker

681. Grazia

Origin: Italian
Meaning: Grace

682. Greta

Origin: German, Scandinavian
Meaning: Pearl

683. Hermine

Origin: French
Meaning: Army man/woman

684. Hilla

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Aura

685. Ivanka

Origin: Slavic
Meaning: God is gracious

686. Jana

Origin: Czech, Slovak, German
Meaning: To be gracious

687. Kasia

Origin: Polish
Meaning: Pure

688. Katla

Origin: Icelandic
Meaning:Pure

689. Klaudia

Origin: Polish, Slovak
Meaning: Enclosure

690. Léontine

Origin: French
Meaning: Lion

691. Livia

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Envious

692. Lotte

Origin: German, Dutch
Meaning: Free woman

693. Lova

Origin: Lithuanian
Meaning: Lion

694. Luciana

Origin: Italian
Meaning: Light or illumination

695. Manon

Origin: French
Meaning: Bitter or beloved

696. Marcella

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Little warrior

697. Marija

Origin: Slavic
Meaning: Bitter or beloved

698. Merle

Origin: French
Meaning: Blackbird

699. Milou

Origin: French, Dutch
Meaning: Drop of the sea, star of the sea

700. Misheel

Origin: Mongolian
Meaning: Smile

701. Nicoletta

Origin: Italian
Meaning: Victory of the people

702. Nikol

Origin: Slavic
Meaning: Victory of the people

703. Noor

Origin: Arabic
Meaning: Light

704. Oksana

Origin: Ukrainian
Meaning: Hospitality

705. Paola

Origin: Italian, Spanish
Meaning: Small or humble

706. Pina

Origin: Italian
Meaning: Pine tree

707. Šanel

Origin: Croatian
Meaning: Healthy

708. Simona

Origin: Hebrew, Italian
Meaning: Heard or obedient

709. Sofija

Origin: Slavic
Meaning: Wisdom

710. Svea

Origin: Swedish
Meaning: Free and sun

711. Tatiana

Origin: Russian
Meaning: Father

712. Vega

Origin: Spanish
Meaning: Bright star

713. Vittoria

Origin: Italian
Meaning: Victory

714. Weronika

Origin: Polish
Meaning: True image

715. Yasmeen

Origin: Arabic
Meaning: Jasmine flower

716. Zofia

Origin: Polish
Meaning: Wisdom

African baby girl names

African baby girl names (or those that are popular in Africa and South Africa, respectively) have a uniqueness to them that you won’t find anywhere else, and many have abundant blessings and luck attached to their meaning. Here, we’ve included some of the most popular African names according to Statistics South Africa and have chosen the names that translate most easily to Western culture and language.

717. Adri

Origin: Latin, African
Meaning: Dark one

718. Akua

Origin: Akan (Ghana)
Meaning: Peaceful

719. Amahle

Origin: Zulu (South Africa)
Meaning: Beautiful one

720. Amore

Origin: Italian
Meaning: Love

721. Angie

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Angel

722. Baleka

Origin: Zulu (South Africa)
Meaning: Run away

723. Blessing

Origin: English
Meaning: Divine favour

724. Bonisile

Origin: Zulu (South Africa)
Meaning: Look at others

725. Busisiwe

Origin: Zulu (South Africa)
Meaning: Blessed

726. Charlize

Origin: Afrikaans (South Africa)
Meaning: Free man/woman

727. Daleen

Origin: Afrikaans (South Africa)
Meaning: Valley/light

728. Emmarentia

Origin: Afrikaans (South Africa)
Meaning: Universal

729. Knox

Origin: Scottish
Meaning: Round hill

730. Gugulethu

Origin: Zulu/Xhosa (South Africa)
Meaning: Our pride

731. Haneleen

Origin: Afrikaans (South Africa)
Meaning: God is gracious

732. Hanlie

Origin: Afrikaans (South Africa)
Meaning: God is my oath

733. Imani

Origin: Swahili
Meaning: Faith

734. Kaya

Origin: Zulu/Xhosa (South Africa)
Meaning: Home or resting place

735. Kenya

Origin: Kikuyu (Kenya)
Meaning: Mount Kenya

736. Lelethu

Origin: Xhosa (South Africa)
Meaning: Our own

737. Lerato

Origin: Sotho (Southern Africa)
Meaning: Love

738. Lesedi

Origin: Sotho (Southern Africa)
Meaning: Light

739. Liandri

Origin: Afrikaans (South Africa)
Meaning: Man's defender

740. Lizanne

Origin: Afrikaans (South Africa)
Meaning: Grace

741. Marieke

Origin: Dutch
Meaning: Beloved

742. Masego

Origin: Tswana (Botswana)
Meaning: Blessings

743. Mashudu

Origin: Venda (South Africa)
Meaning: Blessings

745. Melokhule

Origin: Zulu (South Africa)
Meaning: "Stand up for what you believe in"

745. Mieke

Origin: Dutch
Meaning: Bitter or beloved

746. Mpo

Origin: Akan (Ghana)
Meaning: Generous

747. Nairobi

Origin: Swahili (Kenya)
Meaning: Cold water

748. Nandi

Origin: Zulu/Xhosa (South Africa)
Meaning: Sweet

749. Nkosi

Origin: Zulu/Xhosa (South Africa)
Meaning: King or Lord

750. Nokathula

Origin: Zulu (South Africa)
Meaning: Tranquillity

751. Nomvula

Origin: Zulu/Xhosa (South Africa)
Meaning: Mother of rain

752. Norma

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Rule

753. Omphile

Origin: Tswana (Botswana)
Meaning: Given

754. Oratile

Origin: Tswana (Botswana)
Meaning: Be thankful

755. Palesa

Origin: Sotho (Southern Africa)
Meaning: Flower

756. Pearl

Origin: English
Meaning: Purity/rarity

757. Sibongile

Origin: Zulu/Xhosa (South Africa)
Meaning: We are thankful

758. Suzanna

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Graceful lily

759. Thandi

Origin: Zulu/Xhosa (South Africa)
Meaning: Loved one

760. Thembi

Origin: Zulu/Xhosa (South Africa)
Meaning: Hope

761. Thuli

Origin: Zulu (South Africa)
Meaning: Quiet

762. Warona

Origin: Tswana (Botswana)
Meaning: Ours

763. Winnie

Origin: English
Meaning: Holy reconciliation

764. Zama

Origin: Zulu/Xhosa (South Africa)
Meaning: To try

765. Zanele

Origin: Zulu (South Africa)
Meaning: They are enough

Biblical baby girl names

Picking a biblical name for your child can create a special tie to cultural and historical traditions as loads of biblical names come with meaningful qualities, thus giving you the chance to fill your child's identity with positive traits that’ll last a lifetime. Choose from our list of the most popular biblical names for girls.

766. Abigail

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Father's joy or source of joy.

767. Adah

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Adornment

768. Adina

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Delicate

769. Asenath

Origin: Egyptian (From the Bible)
Meaning: Gift of the sun God

770. Bethany

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: House of figs

771. Bilhah

Origin: Hebrew (From the Bible)
Meaning: Timid

772. Christabel

Origin: English
Meaning: Combination of ‘Christ’ and ‘belle, meaning beautiful Christian

773. Damaris

Origin: Greek (from the Bible)
Meaning: Gentle

774. Dorcas

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Gazelle

775. Esther

Origin: Persian
Meaning: Star

776. Eve

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Life or living

777. Gail

Origin: English
Meaning: Joyful

778. Hadassah

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Myrtle tree

779. Hagar

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Wanderer

780. Hoglah

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: To dance

781. Jael

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Ascend

782. Joanna

Origin: Hebrew/Greek
Meaning: God is gracious

783. Judith

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Praised

784. Junia

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Derived from the Roman goddess Juno

785. Keren

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Ray of light

786. Leah

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Weary or delicate

787. Levi

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Attached

788. Lois

Origin: Greek
Meaning: More desirable.

789. Lydia

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Woman from Lydia

790. Magdaleen (variant of Magdalene)

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Of Magdala, a town in ancient Israel

791. Mahlah

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Weak or sick

792. Marta

Origin: Aramaic (from the Bible)
Meaning: Lady or mistress

793. Merab

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Abundance

794. Michal

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: "Who is like God?"

795. Milcah

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Queen

796. Miriam

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Wished-for child.

797. Orpah

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Fawn

798. Ruth

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Companion

799. Salome

Origin: Hebrew/Greek
Meaning: Peace

800. Sarah (or Sara)

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Princess or noblewoman

801. Selah

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Pause or reflection

802. Sheba

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: An oath

803. Susanna

Origin: Hebrew/Greek
Meaning: Lily or rose

804. Tamar

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Palm tree

805. Tirzah

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Delight

806. Tryphena

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Delicate or luxurious

807. Vashti

Origin: Persian
Meaning: Beautiful

808. Zilpah

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Fragile

809. Zipporah

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Bird or sparrow

What Mumsnetters say about religious baby names

“I love Ruth. Mainly because she is my favourite woman in the Bible. Such a cool, stylish name. Esther too. Great name and namesake. Mary or a version of it? Maryam is pretty” - Mumsnet user, Gingerhills

“I love Adina or Seraphina (the feminine form of a biblical name)” - Mumsnet user, Pinkyyy

Celebrity baby girl names

It goes without saying that celebrities want to stand out, so choosing unusual names for their little ones is a given. So if you’re looking for a distinctive baby girl’s name that’s ahead of the game and pushes the boundaries of creativity, take inspiration from the names on this list that have also been noted in Vogue Magazine’s Unusual Celebrity Names compilation.

810. Aleph

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: The first letter of the Hebrew alphabet

811. Angelina

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Messenger of God or angel

812. Apollo

Origin: Greek
Meaning: God of the sun, light and music

813. Apple

Origin: English
Meaning: The fruit

814. Athalie

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: God is exalted

815. Anushka

Origin: Russian
Meaning: Grace or favour

816. Bear

Origin: English
Meaning: Strength and protection

817. Bingham

Origin: English
Meaning: Homestead or village

818. Binky

Origin: English
Meaning: Field of beans

819. Brooklyn

Origin: English
Meaning: water or small stream

820. Cherry

Origin: English
Meaning: Cherry tree/good fortune

821. Chicago

Origin: Native American (Algonquian)
Meaning: Place of the wild onion

822. Clementine

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Merciful or gentle

823. Cosmo

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Order or harmony

824. Delta

Origin: Greek
Meaning: River mouth

825. Destiny

Origin: English
Meaning: Fate or fortune

826. Dusty

Origin: German
Meaning: Brave warrior

827. Eowyn

Origin: Anglo-Saxon
Meaning: Horse joy

828. Exa

Origin: American
Meaning: Adorned

829. Forest (or Forrest)

Origin: French
Meaning: Wooded area

830. Genesis

Origin: English
Meaning: Beginning

831. Ginny

Origin: English
Meaning: Pure

832. Gio

Origin: Italian
Meaning: God is gracious

833. Gravity

Origin: English
Meaning: Force of attraction

834. Giuliette

Origin: Italian
Meaning: Youthful

835. Isolde

Origin: German
Meaning: Ice ruler or fair lady

836. Keisha

Origin: English
Meaning: A spice or cinnamon

837. Khai (or Kai)

Origin: Vietnamese
Meaning: Triumph or victory

838. Maelle

Origin: Breton (Celtic)
Meaning: Chief or prince

839. Mariah

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Beloved

840. Memphis

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Ancient city of Memphis in Egypt

841. Miley

Origin: Slavic
Meaning: Gracious

842. Rainbow

Origin: English
Meaning: Related to hope

843. Rein

Origin: German
Meaning: Advice or counsel

844. Rogue

Origin: English
Meaning: Mischievous

845. Rooney

Origin: Irish
Meaning: Red-haired

846. Rumer

Origin: English
Meaning: Rumour or gossip

847. Scout

Origin: English
Meaning: Explorer

848. Shiloh

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Tranquil or peaceful

849. Stormi

Origin: American
Meaning: Impetuous nature

850. Suri

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Princess or noblewoman

851. Tempest

Origin: English
Meaning: Stormy/turbulent

852. Vesper

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Evening star

American-inspired baby girl names

Popular names in America tend to be catchy, strong and exude confidence – think Dallas and Goldie. Although the names on this list don’t have a strictly American origin, each one reflects the melting pot of cultures that define the United States, offering a blend of traditional charm and innovative spirit that mirrors the country's dynamic identity. You’ll find a few classics in here, but also some beautiful-sounding names that are popular in the UK too.

853. Ashton

Origin: English
Meaning: Ash tree town

854. Audry (or Audrey)

Origin: English
Meaning: Noble, strength

855. Boudica

Origin: Celtic
Meaning: An ancient British queen

856. Briella

Origin: Hebrew, Italian
Meaning: God is my strength

857. Chastity

Origin: English
Meaning: Innocence

858. Chrissy

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Follower of Christ

859. Cynthia

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Moon goddess

860. Dallas

Origin: Scottish
Meaning: Meadow dwelling

861. Emberly

Origin: American
Meaning: Low flame or spark

862. Fanny

Origin: English
Meaning: Free

863. Finley

Origin: Scottish
Meaning: Fair warrior

864. Georgine

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Earth worker

865. Ginger

Origin: English
Meaning: Pure

866. Goldie

Origin: English
Meaning: Precious metal

867. Haven

Origin: English
Meaning: Place of safety

868. Jean

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: God is gracious

869. Kristen

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Follower of Christ

870. Lauri (or Laurie)

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Victory

871. Lynne

Origin: English
Meaning: Waterfall

872. Marilyn

Origin: English
Meaning: Star of the sea

873. Maryanne

Origin: English
Meaning: Beloved and grace

874. Merryl (or Meryl)

Origin: English
Meaning: Merry

875. Mildred

Origin: Old English
Meaning: Gentle counsellor

876. Murphy

Origin: Irish
Meaning: Sea warrior

877. Nevada

Origin: Spanish
Meaning: Snow-covered

878. Patience

Origin: English
Meaning: Endurance

879. Patty

Origin: English
Meaning: Nobility

880. Petunia

Origin: French
Meaning: Referring to the flower petunia

881. Phyllis

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Greenery

882. Piper

Origin: English
Meaning: Flute player

883. Pippa

Origin: English, Italian
Meaning: Lover of horses

884. Sally

Origin: English
Meaning: Princess

885. Sandy

Origin: English
Meaning: Defender of mankind

886. Shawna (or Shauna)

Origin: English
Meaning: God's grace

887. Sunny (or Sonny)

Origin: English
Meaning: Reflecting sunshine

888. Sybil

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Oracle

889. Tamzyn (or Tamsyn)

Origin: English
Meaning: Twin

890. Tansy

Origin: English
Meaning: Eternal life

891. Theresa

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Harvest

892. Tillie (or Tilly)

Origin: English
Meaning: Battle and strength.

893. Trudy

Origin: German
Meaning: Strength or maiden.

894. Valerie

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Strength

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Animal-inspired baby girl names

If you’re looking for a baby girl’s name that has a strong connection to the animal world then this list is for you. Animal-inspired baby girl names can either be the literal names of creatures, like Bunny, Dove or Fawn, or names with meanings connecting them to specific animals, birds or insects. Below, we've gathered some of our top picks that have a lovely ring to them.

895. Avis

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Bird

896. Bunny

Origin: English
Meaning: Small rabbit

897. Dove

Origin: English
Meaning: Bird symbolising peace and love

898. Dymphna

Origin: Irish
Meaning: Little fawn

899. Efrona

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Fruitful

900. Fala

Origin: Native American
Meaning: Crow

901. Faline

Origin: English
Meaning: A variation of fawn

902. Fawn

Origin: English
Meaning: Young deer

903. Fennec

Origin: Arabic
Meaning: Small desert fox

904. Huma

Origin: Persian
Meaning: Mythical bird huma

905. Kit

Origin: English
Meaning: Young fox

906. Lark

Origin: English
Meaning: Lark bird

907. Leonie

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Lioness

908. Lupita

Origin: Spanish
Meaning: From the river of the wolf

909. Mariposa

Origin: Spanish
Meaning: Butterfly

910. Nessa

Origin: Irish
Meaning: Deer

911. Paloma

Origin: Spanish
Meaning: Dove

912. Puma

Origin: Quechuan
Meaning: Big cat

913. Raven

Origin: English
Meaning: Bird raven

914. Shachar

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Dawn

915. Ursula

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Little bear

916. Wolfina

Origin: English
Meaning: Wolf-like

917. Yara

Origin: Indigenous (Tupi-Guarani)
Meaning: Butterfly

Nature baby girl names

If you’re looking for a girls’ name that connects you to nature and the natural world, be inspired by our list of nature baby names that have an earthy undertone.

918. Alani

Origin: Hawaiian
Meaning: Orange tree

919. Arlo

Origin: Celtic, Old English
Meaning: Fortified hill

920. Amber

Origin: English
Meaning: Fossilised resin from ancient trees or the precious gemstone

921. Aspen (or Aspyn)

Origin: English
Meaning: Associated with the aspen tree

922. Aurora

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Dawn or morning light

923. Azalea

Origin: Greek:
Meaning: Dry or parched and associated with the flowering shrub

924. Blossom

Origin: English
Meaning: Flower-like

925. Coral

Origin: latin
Meaning: Rock or maiden of the sea

926. Cove

Origin: English origin
Meaning: A small, sheltered inlet or bay along a coastline

927. Cypress

Origin: English
Meaning: Referring to the cypress tree

928. Elana

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Oak tree

929. Ember

Origin: English
Meaning: A small, glowing piece of coal or wood in a fire

930. Emerald

Origin: English
Meaning: Precious gemstone

931. Fiorella

Origin: Italian
Meaning: Flower

932. Gaia

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Goddess of the Earth

933. Heligan

Origin: English (Cornish)
Meaning: Willow tree

934. Iris

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Rainbow, flower or eye

936. Kiah

Origin: American
Meaning: Person of Earth

937. Laurel

Origin: Greek
Meaning: Laurel tree

937. Lavender

Origin: English
Meaning: Associated with the herb

938. Lilac

Origin: French
Meaning: Flower

939. Magnolia

Origin: English
Meaning: Associated with the flowering tree of the same name

940. Mara

Origin: Hebrew, Persian, Greek, Scottish
Meaning: One who is forever beautiful or sea

941. Onyx

Origin: English
Meaning: Semi-precious gemstone

942. Polly

Origin: Greek, English
Meaning: Drawn from the poppy flower

943. Primrose

Origin: English
Meaning: Primrose flower

944. Sierra

Origin: Spanish
Meaning: Mountain range

945. Silvia (or Sylvia)

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Lumber, woods or forest

946. Soleil

Origin: French
Meaning: Sun

947. Venus

Origin: Latin
Meaning: Roman goddess of love and beauty

Indian baby girl names

With a history that spans centuries, Indian names offer a remarkable diversity that mirrors the vastness of India itself. Indian baby girl names often carry profound significance, connecting the child to their family's history, spirituality and the essence of their identity. More modern names are often inspired by elements of nature, societal trends and modern influencers – like a few on this list. Here are some of the most unique and beautiful sounding Indian baby girl names we could find.

948. Aarushi

Origin: Sanskrit
Meaning: First ray of the sun

949. Akshara

Origin: Sanskrit
Meaning: Immutable

950. Amala

Origin: Sanskrit
Meaning: Unblemished

951. Anjali

Origin: Sanskrit
Meaning: Offering or salutation

952. Chaitra

Origin: Sanskrit
Meaning: Referring to the first month of the Hindu calendar

953. Chitra

Origin: Sanskrit
Meaning: Picture

954. Darshana

Origin: Sanskrit
Meaning: Vision

955. Gauri

Origin: Sanskrit
Meaning: Fair or golden

956. Gita

Origin: Sanskrit
Meaning: Song

957. Indira

Origin: Sanskrit
Meaning: Splendid

958. Ira

Origin: Sanskrit
Meaning: Goddess of speech or earth.

959. Isha

Origin: Sanskrit
Meaning: Ruler

960. Jaya

Origin: Sanskrit
Meaning: Victory or triumph

961. Jhanvi

Origin: Sanskrit
Meaning: Moonlight

962. Kajal

Origin: Sanskrit
Meaning: Khol

963. Kashvi

Origin: Sanskrit
Meaning: Shining

964. Kriti

Origin: Sanskrit
Meaning: Work of art

965. Lachana

Origin: Sanskrit
Meaning: Gentle

966. Lavanya

Origin: Sanskrit
Meaning: Grace or beauty

967. Lakshmi

Origin: Sanskrit
Meaning: Mark or sign

968. Leela

Origin: Sanskrit
Meaning: Divine play

969. Malini

Origin: Sanskrit
Meaning: Floral

970. Maya

Origin: Sanskrit
Meaning: Illusion

971. Meera

Origin: Sanskrit
Meaning: Ocean or prosperous

972. Moksha

Origin: Sanskrit
Meaning: Enlightenment

973. Namrata

Origin: Sanskrit
Meaning: Humble

974. Nandini

Origin: Sanskrit
Meaning: Delightful

975. Natasha

Origin: Russian
Meaning: Birthday or of birth

976. Navya

Origin: Sanskrit
Meaning: Young

977. Nitya

Origin: Sanskrit
Meaning: Eternal

978. Niva

Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Speech or expression

979. Payal

Origin: Sanskrit
Meaning: Anklet

980. Prachi

Origin: Sanskrit
Meaning: East or morning

981. Prisha

Origin: Sanskrit
Meaning: Beloved or dear one

982. Priya

Origin: Sanskrit
Meaning: Darling

983. Rani

Origin: Sanskrit
Meaning: Queen or sovereign.

984. Radhika

Origin: Sanskrit
Meaning: Prosperous

985. Riddhi (or Ridhi)

Origin: Sanskrit
Meaning: Success or fortune

986. Riya

Origin: Sanskrit
Meaning: Singer

987. Saanvi

Origin: Indian
Meaning: Graceful, beautiful, kind

988. Sanya

Origin: Sanskrit
Meaning: Gentle

989. Sarita

Origin: Sanskrit
Meaning: Flowing water

990. Saumya

Origin: Sanskrit
Meaning: Mild

991. Shalini

Origin: Sanskrit
Meaning: Modest

992. Shireen

Origin: Persian
Meaning: Sweet

993. Shriya

Origin: Sanskrit
Meaning: Beautiful or auspicious

994. Shyla

Origin: Sanskrit
Meaning: Art or creation

995. Sonal

Origin: Sanskrit
Meaning: Made of gold

996. Tiya

Origin: Sanskrit
Meaning: A bird or parrot

997. Urvashi

Origin: Sanskrit
Meaning: Radiant

998. Uma

Origin: Sanskrit
Meaning: Light, splendour, tranquility

999. Vaishnavi

Origin: Sanskrit
Meaning: Belonging to Lord Vishnu

1000. Vanya

Origin: Sanskrit
Meaning: Wished for child

What Mumsnetters say about Indian baby names

“I love the name Priya” - Mumsnet user, mumsyandtiredzz

“My nieces who are half Indian/half British are called Shreya and Meera. Lovely names IMO” - Mumsnet user,

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How to choose a baby girl name

Whether you prefer a unique, rare or common name, choosing one for your little girl can be an exciting, yet somewhat daunting task. Here are a few considerations to keep in mind whilst you're deciding:

Meaning and significance: use our list to read through the origins and meaning of each name to find one that resonates with you and holds special significance.
Cultural and family background: if it’s important to you, consider names that reflect your cultural heritage or family traditions.
Sound and pronunciation: consider choosing a name that sounds pleasant and flows well with your last name.
Spelling and pronunciation complexity: to avoid confusion, be sure to pick a name with straightforward spelling and pronunciation.
Future considerations: think about how the name might fit your child at different life stages and into adulthood.
Popularity and trends: can’t decide between a classic name or a cool one? We’ve done the hard work for you and included both traditional and trendy names on our list. This should help you shortlist a few favourites.
Initials and acronyms: check the initials of your little girl’s full name to ensure they don't spell out unintended words or acronyms.
Siblings' names: if you have other children, consider how the new name will complement their names.
Emotional connection: most importantly, choose a name that resonates emotionally with you and your partner, or has a personal story behind it. This means avoiding negative associations and ultimately going with a name that resonates with you and makes you happy. It's your child's name, after all.

What is a popular name for girls in the UK?

Whilst Olivia has claimed the top spot for the sixth year in a row in the ONS top baby names for girls list, Amelia, Isla and Ava placed second, third and fourth.

New entries making their debut included Lara, Beatrice and Sara, while further up in the top 10 Freya, Florence and Willow have replaced Isabella, Rosie and Sophia. This is the first time Florence and Willow have been in the top 10 since 1996.

About the author

Tammy Jacks has 15+ years' experience in the publishing industry, enjoying a long and fruitful career as Managing Editor and Health & Beauty Editor for Woman & Home magazine in South Africa. She later went on to become Assistant Editor of the popular South African parenting title Living and Loving, and has written for numerous lifestyle publications including Oprah Mag SA, Health Intelligence, Your Family Magazine, Longevity, and pharmaceutical company Clicks Clubcard Magazine, as well as edited books for popular fitness influencers and health professionals.

She’s also an esteemed researcher in baby names and her insightful work, unravelling name origins and meanings, has made her an authority in the field, resonating with parents and enthusiasts alike.

When she’s not writing, you’ll find her trying to keep up with her busy eight-year-old daughter, and two cats Zoe and Nala.