Female first names the most popular of last year.

#241

DAPHNE

Female

Feminine name of Greek origin meaning 'laurel' or 'leafy', famously associated with the mythical nymph who transformed into a laurel tree to escape Apollo.

#242

FAITH

Female

English origin, derived from the Old English word 'fæð', meaning 'faith'. It signifies trust, belief, and confidence, and has been embraced by people of diverse faiths and backgrounds.

#243

LENNON

Female

Irish given name whose meaning is uncertain but may relate to 'lover' or 'beloved'. It gained prominence through John Lennon, a renowned musician and former Beatle.

#244

STEVIE

Female

Unconventional English name derived from Stephen, meaning 'crown' or 'garland', popularized by figures like Stevie Wonder and Smith.

#245

MARIANA

Female

The name Mariana, derived from the Latin 'marinus' meaning 'of the sea', is a captivating feminine given name with historical roots and profound meaning, having been borne by notable individuals such as Mariana of Austria and Mariana Pineda throughout history.

#246

KAYLANI

Female

Unique Hawaiian name derived from "kay," meaning "the sea" or "the ocean." It signifies "from the sea" or "child of the ocean," embodying ancient Hawaiian reverence for the ocean as a source of life and prosperity.

#247

MORGAN

Female

Welsh name derived from "morgant," meaning "sea-born" or "circumspect.

#248

JULIANA

Female

Elegant Latin-derived name meaning "youthful" or "downy like a young bird." It gained popularity during medieval Europe and has been consistently used since the 20th century. Notable figures named Juliana include Saint Juliana of Nicomedia, Saint Juliana Falconieri, and Julian of Norwich, an English anchoress and Christian mystic.

#249

GRACIE

Female

Grace is an English name meaning 'elegance' or 'charm', deriving from Middle English 'gracious'.

#250

NYLA

Female

Arabic unisex name meaning "the night," inspired by the Quran phrase "ila Nyla.

#251

MIRIAM

Female

Hebrew name meaning "sea of bitterness" or "rebelliousness," but is often associated with Miriam, the supportive sister of Moses in the Old Testament.

#252

DANIELA

Female

Timeless Latin-derived feminine name meaning "God is my judge" in Hebrew, popular throughout history across various cultures, notably carried by figures like Brazilian singer Daniela Mercury and Portuguese-American actress Daniela Ruah.

#253

DAHLIA

Female

Dahlia is of Latin origin, meaning "dahlia flower", named after Swedish botanist Anders Dahl by Carl Linnaeus.

#254

BRYNLEE

Female

Captivating Welsh name derived from "bryncelyn," meaning "hillside meadow.

#255

RACHEL

Female

Hebrew-derived female given name meaning 'ewe' or 'lamb', associated with the biblical figure Rachel, wife of Jacob and mother of Joseph.

#256

ANGELA

Female

Feminine given name of Latin origin meaning 'angel', popularized during the Renaissance and associated with historical figures like Santa Angela da Foligno and Angela Davis.

#257

LILLY

Female

Charming and popular given name of Latin origin, derived from the Latin word "lilium" meaning lily flower. It signifies beauty and purity.

#258

KAMILA

Female

Polish feminine given name derived from 'kamil,' meaning 'lotus flower,' symbolizing purity and grace.

#259

SAMARA

Female

Arabic name meaning 'garden' or 'paradise'.

#260

RYLEIGH

Female

Irish unisex name meaning "courageous power," derived from the Old Irish name Raghallach, and has gained popularity in recent years due to its strong sound and practicality.

#261

TAYLOR

Female

English given name of Old English origin, derived from the occupational surname 'tailor', which was highly respected in medieval England for its skill and craftsmanship.

#262

DAKOTA

Female

Native American unisex name from the Sioux tribe meaning 'friend' or 'allies'.

#263

LOLA

Female

Unique and charming female name with Spanish origins, derived from "loba" meaning "she-wolf".

#264

TALIA

Female

Unique feminine given name of Hebrew origin meaning "morning dew", symbolizing freshness and renewal.

#265

EVIE

Female

Charming English name, a short form of Evelyn which has Norman origins tracing back to the Latin Aveline, meaning "from Avalon".

#266

JORDYN

Female

Hebrew-derived unisex name meaning "flowing down," popularized in recent decades.

#267

OPHELIA

Female

Feminine given name of Latin origin, derived from the Greek word "ophthalmos," meaning "eye.

#268

CAMILLE

Female

French female given name derived from 'camel', meaning 'freeholder', popularized through 18th-century literature like Bernardin de Saint-Pierre's novel 'Camille'.

#269

GIA

Female

Italian-derived name meaning 'jade', a precious stone valued across multiple cultures for its beauty and durability.

#270

MILANI

Female

Italian-derived feminine given name inspired by Pomona, the Roman goddess of fruits, and means 'apple.'

#271

LENA

Female

German-derived name meaning 'torch' or 'light', traditionally given to girls born at night.

#272

ELAINA

Female

Greek-derived name meaning "sunray" or "noble," associated with early Christians and the noble gens Aelia.

#273

MALIA

Female

Hawaiian origin, meaning calm or serene, traditionally given to girls with gentle natures, reflecting Hawaii's tranquil beauty.

#274

ELISE

Female

Latin-derived feminine given name meaning "she is". Popularized by Charles Dickens' character Elsie, it's often associated with elegance and sophistication.

#275

CELESTE

Female

Celeste, of Latin origin meaning 'of the sky' or 'heavenly', was first used as an Italian surname before becoming a popular given name throughout history.

#276

LONDYN

Female

Londyn: A recent yet distinctive name, derived from London city meaning 'from London', with optional Welsh association of 'leader'. Popularized in US since 2008, it signifies urban history and uniqueness.

#277

PALMER

Female

English given name that originally referred to a pilgrim returning from the Holy Land with a palm branch, symbolizing their journey.

#278

MABEL

Female

English name derived from 'Amalie', meaning 'exalted, noble'.

#279

OCTAVIA

Female

Latin-origin feminine given name meaning 'eighth', derived from the Latin word 'octavus'.

#280

SAWYER

Female

American given name of occupational origin, derived from the surname Sawyer, which denoted individuals who worked as sawyers, or timber cutters using handsaws. This name has a rich history dating back to medieval England where it evolved from the Old English word "saege," meaning "saw." Over time, Sawyer transitioned from an occupational surname to a given name, particularly in the United States.