Female first names the most popular of last year.
MICHELLE
FemaleFemale name derived from French "Michel", meaning "who is like God?", and has been widely used across cultures since the Middle Ages. It gained popularity in North America during the mid-20th century as a feminine variation of Michael, and has been associated with notable figures such as Michelle Obama and Michelle Pfeiffer. The name conveys strength and positivity, embodying divine qualities like kindness and wisdom.
XIOMARA
FemaleCaptivating female given name of Spanish origin, derived from "ximar," meaning "in motion" or "in progress." It is inspired by the legendary queen Ximena, embodying strength, courage, and determination.
BRIELLA
FemaleItalian name derived from "bellissimo," meaning "very beautiful." It translates to "very beautiful woman" and has gained popularity in English-speaking countries for its unique sound and positive connotation of beauty.
ALEXANDRIA
FemaleCaptivating Greek-derived female name meaning 'defender of humankind', inspired by the ancient Egyptian city founded by Alexander the Great.
FRANCES
FemaleLatin-derived name meaning "free man" or "from France".
SUNNY
FemaleEnglish unisex name derived from 'sun', meaning warmth and brightness.
SARAI
FemaleHebrew name meaning "princess" or "queen," popularized by its biblical association with Sarah, the wife of Abraham.
ALAYA
FemaleHebrew name that means "to ascend" or "to rise," originating from the Hebrew word "aláy." It signifies elevation and progress, has historical significance in the Old Testament as one of King David's wives' names, but gained popularity recently as a modern-sounding girl's name with flexible pronunciation.
MELISSA
FemaleFeminine given name of Greek origin, meaning "honey bee" and associated with sweetness and beauty since ancient times.
VERONICA
FemaleLatin-derived feminine name meaning 'bearing victory,' popularized by Saint Veronica's association with Jesus Christ.
MIRA
FemaleSpanish female given name meaning "sea" and associated with the Latin word "mirus", meaning "wonderful". It has historical significance in Rome and India, and was notably carried by Saint Mirabai, a 15th-century Indian poet. Today, it's popular worldwide.
ZARIAH
FemaleUnique Arabic female name meaning "princess" or "noble".
BRYNN
FemaleWelsh origin name meaning "from the hill", popularized worldwide after historical use in Wales and Scotland.
REIGN
FemaleEnglish name with a unique meaning: 'power' or 'authority', likely derived from the word 'reign'.
MARYAM
FemaleArabic feminine given name that means "sea" or "elevated". It holds significant historical and cultural importance in various regions, particularly in Islamic cultures where it signifies purity, strength, and faith due to its association with the mother of Jesus in Islamic traditions.
LANA
FemaleBeautiful Slavic given name meaning "rope" or "cord," popular in Russia, Ukraine, Serbia, and beyond, made famous by actress Lana Turner.
ARIELLE
FemaleBeautiful and unique French name derived from "ariel," meaning "lioness.
RAEGAN
FemaleCaptivating Irish name derived from the surname Raghnall, which means "little fern hero.
REMINGTON
FemaleThe name Remington originates from English Old words "ræming" meaning "great" or "powerful," combined with "tun" referring to a settlement, translating into "great settlement" or "powerful estate.
SALEM
FemaleArabic-origin name meaning peace, safety, and wholeness.
ELISA
FemaleSpanish-derived female name meaning "God is my satisfaction," popularized by figures like Napoleon's sister Elisa Bonaparte and artists like Lisa "Left Eye" Lopes.
AYLIN
FemaleTurkish name meaning 'moon-like', composed of 'ay' (moon) and '-lin' (beauty/elegance), popular in Turkey and recently gaining global recognition.
EMELY
FemaleCaptivating female name of Hebrew origin, meaning 'compassion' or 'friendship', derived from the biblical figure Ruth who embodies loyalty and devotion.
CAROLINA
FemaleThe feminine given name Carolina originates from Italian roots, derived from the Latin word 'carulus' meaning 'strong'. It gained popularity during the Middle Ages through the Hapsburg family and was further popularized by Maria Carolina of Austria who married King Ferdinand IV of Naples and Sicily in 1768.
SYLVIE
FemaleFrench feminine given name derived from Latin "Silvia," meaning "forest" or "wood," associated with the Roman goddess of forests and woodlands, Silvanus.
SYLVIA
FemaleThe name Sylvia has Latin roots, derived from "silva" meaning "forest", and is associated with the Roman goddess Silvia, mother of Romulus and Remus.
ANNALISE
FemaleUnique feminine given name of Italian origin, composed of the Hebrew 'Anna' meaning "grace" and Latin-derived 'Lisa', resulting in "grace of God".
WILLA
FemaleUnique English name derived from German Wilhelmina or Germanic elements 'will' meaning "resolute power" and 'helm' meaning "helmet" or "protection". It gained popularity in recent years due to its unisex nature and strong yet approachable sound.
MALLORY
FemaleIrish-origin unisex name derived from the Old Irish word "mál," meaning "strength." It gained popularity as a given name in English-speaking countries during the late 20th century, likely influenced by its strong sound and unique spelling. Although traditionally a masculine name, Mallory is now predominantly used for females.
KIRA
FemaleThe name Kira originates from Russia, meaning 'sun' or 'radiant light', derived from the Greek word 'kyrios' translating to 'lord' or 'master'.
DANIELLA
FemaleElegant Italian feminine form of the Hebrew name Daniel, signifying "God is my judgment.
ELORA
FemaleElora, of Greek origin, means "other" or "she who brings light". It was the name of the goddess of dawn in Greek mythology, symbolizing hope and renewal. Today, it's popular among parents seeking a distinctive and meaningful name for their daughters.
SAIGE
FemaleAmerican origin and means 'wise' or 'intelligent', derived from the English word 'sage'.
CARMEN
FemaleFemale name of Spanish and Latin origin meaning 'song' or 'poem'.
CHARLI
FemaleEnglish gender-neutral name derived from 'Charlemagne', meaning 'strong and bold'. Associated with the powerful French emperor Charlemagne, it gained popularity during the Victorian era and today is often used as a unisex name.
MCKENZIE
FemaleScottish unisex given name derived from the surname MacKenzie meaning 'son of Kenneth', with 'Kenneth' translating to 'handsome' or 'born of fire'.
MATILDA
FemaleGermanic feminine name meaning 'power in battle', derived from the German Mahthildis.
MIRACLE
FemaleAmerican given name derived from the English word for 'miracle', referring to inexplicable events often attributed to divine intervention.
DESTINY
FemaleAmerican-origin feminine given name coined in the late 20th century, derived from the Latin word 'destinare', meaning 'to make happen' or 'to determine'. It signifies a belief that one's life path is predetermined by divine forces and has biblical associations with fate or destiny.
ALICIA
FemaleFeminine name of Latin origin, derived from Aelia or Aelius, meaning 'noble.' It was initially a surname before becoming popular as a female given name in the Middle Ages.