Female first names the most popular of last year.

Indian girl's name derived from Sanskrit, meaning "lamp" or "light", associated with the Hindu goddess Saraswati and the bright star constellation Pushya Nakshatra. It was popular among Indian royalty, including Queen Diya Kumari, and has been used by notable figures like actress Dia Mirza. Today, it remains beloved for its sound and profound meaning of light and knowledge.

Uncommon name of unknown origin, used throughout history in various parts of the world like England and France since the 13th century. Its meaning is open to interpretation, with some associating it with qualities of gemstones or Welsh meanings like "industrious" or "merciful." Today, Emry remains relatively rare but appeals for its uniqueness and personal significance.

Hebrew name meaning "praised," popularized by Catholic saints including Saint Jude Thaddeus, one of Jesus' apostles. Despite past religious associations, it has regained popularity as parents appreciate its unique meaning.

Yoruba African name meaning "mother has come home," inspired by a guiding spirit in ancient West African folklore.

Charming French name derived from 'marlière', meaning fishnet used in lace making, popularized by Honoré de Balzac's novel 'Père Goriot'.

Captivating unisex name of Spanish origin, derived from the Hebrew 'Miriam', meaning 'sea' or 'rebelliousness', and associated with the Arabic 'Mair', meaning 'shining light'. It has biblical roots, tracing back to Miriam, Moses and Aaron's sister, known for her courage and leadership.

Uncommon name of unknown origin, believed to mean "light" or "radiance", with recent growing interest worldwide despite its mysterious history and unclear meaning.

Rare, captivating name believed to blend Adeline ('noble protection') and Adelaine ('noble kindliness'), though its exact origin remains uncertain.

Ailana, a unique Hawaiian name meaning 'joyous', 'happy' or 'heavenly flower', is deeply rooted in Hawaiian culture and mythology.

Captivating female name of Arabic origin, meaning 'night beauty' or 'beauty of the night', derived from 'layl' and symbolizing wisdom in Islamic culture.

Captivating French name derived from 'arabe', meaning 'Arabian'.

Recently created feminine name, formed by combining "Bry" from Brayden or Bradley with the Scottish suffix "-leigh", meaning meadow.

Elegant Latin-derived given name that means "free-born" or "free-born woman," associated with both historic figures like Camellia Karr and the graceful camellia flower.

Elegant female given name of Latin origin, derived from George meaning 'farmer' or 'earthworker'.

Rare, German-origin given name derived from Hedwig, meaning 'war' or 'struggle'.

Irish name meaning "ancient", derived from the Irish word "Ciana".

Hawaiian name derived from the koa tree, symbolizing strength and durability.

Female name of Latin origin meaning 'noble', tracing back to ancient Rome as a term of endearment for high-born girls.

Distinctive American given name, originating from the Arizona city of Sedona, named after Sedona Arabella Miller in the late 19th century. Despite lacking traditional meaning, its association with the city's stunning landscape and spiritual energies has contributed to its growing popularity.

Irish name meaning "fairy" or "shadow," gaining popularity for its unique sound and spelling.

Unisex Latin name meaning 'alive' or 'living', popularized by literature and traditionally given to children born around the winter solstice in ancient Rome.

Japanese name derived from "win" (美人) meaning 'beautiful woman' and "ryū" (龍) meaning 'dragon'. It signifies 'beautiful dragon', combining elegance and power.

English unisex name derived from 'ally', meaning 'helper'. It's often used as a shortened form of names like Alberta or Allison and has gained popularity in recent years for its unique, gender-neutral appeal and positive connotations.

Angely, derived from the Latin 'Angelus,' signifies 'divine messenger' or 'angel,' conveying heavenly beauty and grace.

English name derived from 'æscetun', meaning 'ash tree settlement'. It has been used as both a given name and surname for centuries, popularized by notable figures like Ashton Kutcher and Ashton Shepherd.

Portuguese feminine name derived from the Latin 'catus', meaning 'pure'.

English origin, derived from the Middle French word 'charité', meaning 'love'. It represents the virtue of charity in Christian tradition.

Scottish feminine given name derived from 'laigh', meaning 'clay'. It was brought by Irish immigrants during the Middle Ages.

Original, uncommon name of unknown origin, first appearing in the U.S. in 2015. Its meaning is uncertain but often associated with 'little lightning' or textiles/travel. American actress Lainee Cole, born in 1986, is one notable bearer of this distinctive name.

Unique American baby name created in recent years, combining elements from other names like Mason and Maya/Maira; it has no specific meaning or history behind it but may be associated with similar-sounding names such as Maisey ("pearl") or Mason ("stonemason").

Feminine given name of Greek origin meaning 'honey' or 'sweet'.

Uncommon yet captivating female given name of Irish origin, derived from the ancient Irish surname O'Tenti or O'Tanistry, meaning "proud".

Greek origin and means 'harvester' or 'to gather', being a short form of Thestia, the goddess of hearth and home in Greek mythology.

Uncommon English female given name derived from 'virtue', reflecting moral excellence or goodness.

Irish-origin girls' name derived from the surname O'Breathnach, meaning 'descendant of Breas, the hill'.

Rare yet captivating Greek name derived from 'danas', meaning 'through'. It belongs to the princess who bore Perseus in Greek myth, her tale of struggle and survival adding depth to her moniker.

Unique given name of unknown origin, with theories suggesting it may be inspired by places like Eisler, Germany or English surname Eisley, or a variant of German Eislers meaning "ice." Its meaning remains uncertain, but its distinctive sound has gained popularity in recent years.

Classic yet distinctive Italian female name derived from 'Agrippina', meaning 'silver haired'.

African-origin name derived from Swahili, meaning 'life' or 'living'.

Elegant Indian name derived from 'Ila', the legendary figure known for her grace and virtue in Hindu mythology.