From classics like "Charlotte" to trending names like "Luna," there are so many gorgeous girl names to consider. We totally get it; choosing the perfect name for your baby girl can be a little daunting. It can help you get a sense of your options by looking at some of the most popular names right now. All you need is a little inspiration!
Every year, the Social Security Administration puts together a list of the top baby names based on applications for social security cards. This is pretty helpful information because it lets you see the most popular names and even track popularity over time. It's super handy if you want to see which names are everyone's favorites over the past year. One of these top girl names might be the ideal pick for your little one.
While trends change every year, some girl names spend a lot of time at the top of the list. The current top three (Olivia, Emma, and Charlotte) have all been in the top 10 since 2014.
Some names are quickly increasing in popularity. The names might not be ranking high right this moment, but they are moving up the list faster than any others. When the SSA compared the top names for 2021 and 2022, these girl names were seeing the quickest popularity increase:
Seeing a trend? There are three variations of Arleth/Arlet in these top 25 trending names. Wrenlee/Wrenley are also well represented here. You can bet that any version of these names will be a winner for your little girl.
BabyCenter conducts a survey of real parents and publishes their own list of the most popular names. Some are the same as the SSA list, but others are totally different. These are some of the most popular girl names on the BabyCenter list that aren't already listed by the SSA:
Just like your favorite little black dress, certain names are classics that are just guaranteed to be beautiful. The SSA keeps a list of names that have been consistently popular over the past 100 years. If you want to avoid the trends and stick with something everyone has loved for the past century, you can't go wrong with these:
Ultimately, choosing the best girl name for your new little one doesn't have to feel stressful or overwhelming. There are a lot of options, but some will stand out to you for their meaning and beauty. Pay attention to how you feel about the name and choose one you really love. Your little girl will love it too.