5671 Exquisite English Names For Girls With Meanings | Momjunction (2024)

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English baby girl names are popular in the US, Canada, New Zealand, UK, and Australia, usually including a given name, middle name, and family name. English names have an assortment of origins, blending diverse traditions and influences. While not all the names have English origins, they have been assimilated and embraced through the years. Some names stem from vocabulary words such as Hope and Summer, while others link to surnames, including Beverley, Cameron, and Ryan. Variations of traditional names, independent abbreviations, and diminutives are also commonly embraced.

The cultural evolution of the region is mirrored in the history of English names. The Angles and Saxons, Germanic tribes, arrived in Britain in the fifth century (1), introducing Old English Germanic names. Later, in the late eighth century, the Vikings brought Old Norse names, some of which merged into English names. The Norman Conquest in 1066 replaced many Old English names with Germanic names of Norman origin.

During the 13th century, Christian names became favored in England, as the Church encouraged naming children after saints of Ancient Greek, Latin, or Hebrew origins. The 16th century Protestant Reformation saw King Henry VIII break away from the Catholic Church, forming the Anglican Church (2). Protestants, valuing scripture over saints, popularized biblical names. In the 17th century, Puritans preferred less-known biblical and virtue names, such as Charity and Patience. English names have seen a revival, with older ones resurfacing in the 18th and 19th centuries. Literary and mythological influences influenced names, and the Victorian Age embraced floral and gemstone-related names.

In modern times, English names have grown with variants and invented names. Using surnames as given names has also become more common, especially in America. This post presents an extensive compilation of English baby girl names, each with a unique story and meaning. It celebrates the rich tapestry of the English naming tradition, aiding you in finding the perfect name for your little one.

Name		Gender	Meaning
Alice		Girl	Noble; Kind
Audrey		Girl	Noble strength
Brooklyn		Girl	Broken land; Marsh-land; One who lives near a brook
Ella		Girl	Beautiful light; Goddess
Hailey		Girl	Meadow of hay
Hazel		Girl	The hazel tree
Scarlett		Girl	The color scarlet; Bright red
Sophia		Girl	She who possesses great knowledge and wisdom
Willow		Girl	Willow tree; Freedom
Aaget		Girl	Diamond
Aamber		Girl	A precious jewel or gemstone; Warm honey color
Aaralyn		Girl	With song; A woman with song
Aaryn		Unisex	Mountain of strength; Enlightened
Abbatissa		Girl	Feminine head of an abbey
Abbigale		Girl	Joy of my father
Abbreithe		Girl	One who is a lady's maid
Abelia		Girl	A person who looks for over a flock or herd
Abelota		Girl	An eager; Able and balanced person
Abigaill		Girl	The joy of my father
Abigaille		Girl	The rejoice of my father
Abigale		Girl	Father's joy
Abigayle		Girl	The joy or happiness of Yahweh
Abrey		Unisex	Strong; Independent; Unique
Absidee		Girl	One who impresses others and is elegant
Acea		Girl	Unique; Energetic; Free-spirited
Acelyn		Unisex	Beautiful; Serene
Acen		Unisex	Strength; Power
Aceson		Unisex	Strong; Unique; Powerful
Aceyn		Unisex	Full of joy
Achethe		Girl	A thoughtful; Honorable and clever person
Adalai		Unisex	Noble, strong, graceful
Adalee		Girl	God is my refuge; Noble one
Adaleen		Girl	Elegant and noble
Adamaris		Girl	An invented English-American name, a possible combination of Ada and Maris
Adda		Girl	Ornament; Beautiful addition to the family
Addalee		Girl	Delicate; Cheerful; Feminine
Addaline		Girl	Noble; Honorable
Addalynn		Girl	Noble; Kind; Honorable
Addelyn		Girl	Noble; Honorable
Addileigh		Girl	A Beautiful or pleasant wood
Addiliegh		Girl	The wood, which is pleasant
Addley		Unisex	From the meadow
Addysen		Unisex	Unique; Modern
Addyson		Girl	A form of Addison
Adean		Unisex	Noble; Gracious
Adelee		Girl	Noble; Kind
Adely		Girl	Noble and kind
Adelynne		Girl	Noble; Nobility
Adiana		Girl	Noble; Delicate
Adilyn		Girl	A noble or kind-hearted person
Adilynn		Girl	Noble; Kind
Adlen		Girl	One with the curly hair
Adline		Unisex	Noble; Gentle; Delicate
Adlyn		Unisex	Noble; honorable
Adolfo		Unisex	Noble wolf
Adrey		Girl	Derived from Audrey; Noble strength
Adut		Girl	A complete and powerful person
Aedida		Girl	A fairy or a nymph counselor
Aediva		Girl	A strife of wealth; Rich of wars
Aefled		Girl	A desirable and understanding person
Aeileua		Girl	Unique, wonderful, and energetic being
Aeilgyuu		Girl	A rational, individualistic, and approachable being
Aeldid		Girl	A nymph counselor
Aelfdane		Girl	One who earns or deserves elf powers
Aelfrida		Girl	One who has the mystical strength
Aelfsige		Girl	The victory of mystical powers
Aelfwear		Girl	A mystic power from water
Aelfwold		Girl	A mystic person from the forests
Aelfwyn		Girl	The friend of superpowers
Aelfwynn		Girl	A friend of mystic power
Aelgifu		Girl	A gift of brightness; A bright gift
Aelgytha		Girl	A bright, shining gift
Aeluin		Girl	A blue lake or pool; A mountain lake
Aeluuin		Girl	A mountain lake of blue color
Aelyn		Unisex	Ethereal; Graceful; Radiant
Aember		Girl	An orange-yellow colored gemstone from fossil resin
Aemy		Girl	A beloved person; To love
Aeria		Girl	A species of butterfly; Type of butterfly
Aerie		Unisex	A nest of a bird of prey, typically located high on a cliff or a tall structure; A high or lofty place or structure
Aerith		Girl	Near-anagram of Earth; A variant of the name Aeris
Aerwyna		Girl	One who is a friend or companion of a sea
Aery		Unisex	Airy, ethereal, or otherworldly
Aethelinda		Girl	A noble female snake
Aethelmaer		Girl	A little virgin noble snake
Aethelmaere		Girl	The virgin daughter of a noble snake
Aethelreda		Girl	A female counselor; Noble snake
Aethelthryth		Girl	Old English name from 'Aethel' meaning noble and 'thryth' meaning strength
Aetti		Girl	The female ruler of an estate
Aevryn		Girl	A mystical counselor
Aevyrie		Girl	The counsel of mystical powers
Aftan		Unisex	Powerful; Intellectual; Poise; Charming; Attractive
Afton		Unisex	A name of a small Scottish river
Agacie		Girl	One who is smart, pretty, poise, clever, intelligent, confident and kind-hearted
Agape		Girl	Love; Loved by all or loving to everyone; Spreading love; A person who is warm as love
Agase		Girl	Good
Agenilda		Girl	One who is courageous, cheerful, friendly, kind and generous
Agent		Unisex	Representative
Aggy		Unisex	Pure; Holy
Agnes		Girl	Chaste; Pure
Agnys		Girl	A variation of Agnes, meaning the pure one

This compilation of English baby girl names with meanings represents a treasure trove of tradition, innovation, and cultural diversity. From timeless classics to modern inspirations, each name holds a unique story and significance. As you delve into this collection, may you find the perfect name that resonates with your heart and holds a special place in your little girl's remarkable journey through life.

Infographic: Vibrant English Names For Your Baby Girl

For proud parents-to-be, picking a name for the newest member of their family can be stressful. The thought of choosing a classic or modern name, one with a special meaning or a unique sound, all puts undue pressure. But there's no need to feel overwhelmed. Read this infographic to find some popular and inspirational names for your girl.

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