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Most Popular Baby Girl Names Right Now

Finding a perfect name can be quite a task, especially when it is for your little girl. Indeed, a name does not decide the fate, but a name does help to build individuality. Hence, finding a perfect name that fits just right is a task that requires brainstorming. But fret not; here is a compiled list of popular girl names for your baby! According to the Social Service Administration (https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/) and other popular websites, the following are the top trending names in American households.

  1. Olivia
  2. Emma
  3. Ava
  4. Sophia
  5. Isabella

These names are so popular that they have been trending on the charts for quite some time. The top 10 rarely ever changed over the years. Other names that follow in the list are Mia, Harper, Charlotte, and Evelyn.

However, though traditional names retain the top spot in popularity, there is also a rise in choosing names after Greek goddesses, gemstones/birthstones, or even favorite fictional characters. So yes, the list is long, but the search for that one perfect name for your girl ends here!

Names Based On Greek Mythology

The names after Greek goddesses and characters are taking popularity. Be it associating with the valor of the character or the subtle pronunciation, the names that are trending are: 

  1. Rhea
  2. Iris
  3. Athena
  4. Daphne 
  5. Selene
  6. Melaina 
  7. Theia 
  8. Althea
  9. Penelope
  10. Dione
  11. Helen
  12. Cynthia 
  13. Thalia 
  14. Phoebe 
  15. Calliope
  16. Ariana 
  17. Irene
  18. Asia
  19. Asteria/ Astraea

Biblical Names

The biblical names have not lost their touch over the years. Though they are competing with modern fancy names, their popularity remains.

  1. Mary
  2. Maria
  3. Elizabeth
  4. Sarah
  5. Rachel 
  6. Hannah
  7. Leah 
  8. Chloe
  9. Anna 
  10. Esther
  11. Ruth
  12. Joanna
  13. Abigail
  14. Lydia
  15. Louise
  16. Naomi
  17. Rebecca
  18. Hannah
  19. Michal
  20. Sharon

Gemstone Names

These names find popularity due to their unique touch.

  1. Jewel
  2. Diamond
  3. Ruby
  4. Scarlet
  5. Amber
  6. Crystal
  7. Jade 
  8. Pearl
  9. Mica
  10. Jasper
  11. Esme
  12. Maggie
  13. Greta
  14. Jada
  15. Emerald 

Latin Infusion

The names having origin from Latin words are quite popular names for babies. You might have often come across them, as they are common.

  1. Diana
  2. Camilla 
  3. Minerva
  4. Viola
  5. Gloria
  6. Clara
  7. Stella
  8. Lillian 
  9. Lucy
  10. Olivia
  11. Victoria
  12. Grace
  13. Eliana 
  14. June
  15. Laura 
  16. Veronica
  17. Amanda
  18. Emily
  19. Miranda
  20. Serena
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