Girl Names

Aaliyah means “exalted” or “highborn” in Arabic, with added modern resonance through singer Aaliyah.

Freya means “lady” in Norse, the name of the powerful Norse goddess of love, beauty, and war.

Iris means “rainbow” in Greek, named for the goddess who bridged gods and mortals, plus the colorful flower.

Alice means “noble, kind,” forever tied to Lewis Carroll’s Alice in Wonderland, and remains a timeless classic.

Willa is the feminine form of William, meaning “resolute protection,” made literary by author Willa Cather.

Ellie began as a nickname for Eleanor and now stands as a warm, popular given name in its own right.

Ruby is named for the vivid red gemstone, a bold, vibrant choice among the popular gemstone names.

Maya has multicultural roots meaning “illusion” in Sanskrit or “water” in Hebrew, popular for its melodic sound.

Ivy is named for the climbing evergreen plant, a symbol of fidelity used in Greek and Victorian wedding traditions.

Naomi means “pleasantness” in Hebrew, tied to the devoted mother-in-law of Ruth in the Bible.