60 Beautiful Baby Girl Names With Meanings

Choosing a name is one of the most personal parts of pregnancy. Here are 60 girl names across different styles, each with its origin and meaning. Meanings can vary between sources and languages, so if a meaning matters to you, it is worth looking a little deeper.

Timeless classics

Name	Origin	Meaning
Amelia	Germanic	Work, industrious
Charlotte	French	Free woman (feminine of Charles)
Eleanor	Old French / Greek	Uncertain; often linked to "light"
Elizabeth	Hebrew	My God is an oath
Grace	Latin	Grace, goodwill
Katherine	Greek	Uncertain; long associated with "pure"
Margaret	Greek	Pearl
Sophia	Greek	Wisdom
Victoria	Latin	Victory
Alice	Germanic	Noble

Inspired by nature

Name	Origin	Meaning
Hazel	English	The hazel tree
Ivy	English	The climbing evergreen plant
Lily	English	The lily flower, a symbol of purity
Willow	English	The willow tree
Iris	Greek	Rainbow; also the flower
Rose	Latin	The rose flower
Violet	Latin	The violet flower and color
Daisy	English	Day's eye, the daisy flower
Luna	Latin	Moon
Flora	Latin	Flower

Short and sweet

Name	Origin	Meaning
Ava	Uncertain (possibly Latin or Germanic)	Possibly "bird" or "life"
Mia	Scandinavian / Italian	Mine; also a short form of Maria
Zoe	Greek	Life
Ella	Germanic	All, completely
Nora	Irish / Latin	Honor; short form of Eleanor or Honora
Isla	Scottish	After the Scottish island of Islay
Eva	Hebrew	Life, living
Ruby	Latin	Red, the gemstone
June	Latin	After the month of June and the goddess Juno
Maya	Sanskrit / Hebrew	Illusion (Sanskrit); water (Hebrew)

Names from around the world

Name	Origin	Meaning
Amara	Igbo	Grace
Aria	Italian	Air, melody
Aiko	Japanese	Beloved child
Freya	Norse	Lady; the Norse goddess of love
Leila	Arabic / Persian	Night
Mila	Slavic	Gracious, dear
Noor	Arabic	Light
Priya	Sanskrit	Beloved
Saoirse	Irish	Freedom
Sofia	Greek (Spanish, Italian spelling)	Wisdom
Yara	Arabic / Brazilian	Small butterfly (Arabic); water lady (Tupi)
Zara	Arabic / Hebrew	Blooming flower, princess

Vintage names making a comeback

Name	Origin	Meaning
Clara	Latin	Bright, clear
Edith	Old English	Prosperous in war
Florence	Latin	Flourishing, prosperous
Mabel	Latin	Lovable
Matilda	Germanic	Mighty in battle
Josephine	Hebrew	God will increase
Ottilie	Germanic	Prosperity, fortune
Beatrice	Latin	She who brings happiness

Strong and meaningful

Name	Origin	Meaning
Aurora	Latin	Dawn
Gabriella	Hebrew	God is my strength
Hope	English	Hope, expectation
Imani	Swahili	Faith
Joy	English	Joy, happiness
Lucia	Latin	Light
Naomi	Hebrew	Pleasantness
Olivia	Latin	Olive tree, a symbol of peace
Phoebe	Greek	Bright, radiant
Selena	Greek	Moon

Tips for choosing a baby name

Say it out loud with your surname, and imagine calling it across a playground.
Check the initials and any nicknames it might lead to.
Think about spelling. A unique spelling can mean a lifetime of correcting people.
Consider family and culture. Many families honor a relative or a heritage.
Keep a shortlist and live with it for a few weeks. Many parents wait to meet their baby before deciding.

Once you've chosen, add the name in the Prego app, and Prego will use it in your personal tips.

Looking for more ideas? See our baby boy names and gender-neutral baby names.

Frequently asked questions

When should we choose a baby name?

There is no deadline before birth. Some parents choose early; others wait to meet their baby. Check how long you have to register the birth where you live.

How do I find out what a name means?

Name dictionaries and sites like Behind the Name list origins and meanings, but meanings can differ between languages and sources, especially for very old names.

Should we tell people the name before the birth?

It's entirely up to you. Some parents keep it secret to avoid opinions; others love sharing it.

Sources

General information only, not medical advice. Always follow the guidance of your doctor or midwife.

History of updates

October 21, 2026: Published.