Different Girl Baby Names

An essential task for someone expecting a child is choosing a name. If you or someone you know is welcoming a little girl into the world, this article describes various places in which you can find unique first name ideas.

  1. Consider a Family Name

    • One option is naming your daughter after a beloved family member. You also can combine two female names (from grandmothers, perhaps) to create a first name, such as Beth and Annie for Bethanie. The branches of your family tree can provide lots of first name choices. Consult your genealogical line to discover some unique names from the past. Some mothers-to-be even give their maiden name as their child's middle name.

    Choose a Name that Matches Your Heritage

    • If your heritage is Indian, you may want to choose an Indian name. Or, perhaps your ancestors hail from Finland, in which case you might want to seek out baby girl name ideas that are Scandinavian to honor your roots. Some people choose first names based on where they live or have visited, too, such as naming a baby girl Hudson if they live near the Hudson River or Cheyenne if they fell in love with Wyoming during a vacation.

    Consult Baby Name Books

    • Numerous baby name idea books are available. Check a few out from your local library. A recommended title is Beyond Jennifer & Jason, Madison & Montana: What to Name Your Baby Now (St. Martin's Paperbacks, 2006). This book includes lots of different, unique baby girl first name ideas. Another recommended title is Beyond Ava & Aiden: The Enlightened Guide to Naming Your Baby (St. Martin's Griffin, 2009). When searching through a book, you may come across a female first name that strikes you as perfect for your daughter.

    Keep Your Ears Open in Unexpected Places

    • If you travel before your baby arrives, pay attention to different female names that you might hear during your vacation. Perhaps the perfect name for your daughter might come from a recent book you've read. Ask coworkers whether they know of any unique girl names. You may come across a female working in a restaurant, at a bank or a store who has a unique name you like.

    Consult Baby Name Meaning Resources

    • The meanings behind baby names are extremely important to some who are expecting a child. The female first name Mallory, for example, is of Old French origin and means unlucky. Also, the name Mara is of Hebrew origin and means bitter. To find an baby name meaning website, do a search in your favorite browser for "baby name meanings."

    Consider Different Spellings of Traditional Names

    • If you like a traditional, common name but want something unique and different, consider spelling the name in a different way. You can turn Jennifer into Gennifer. Or Alice can become Alyse. Keep your mind open for unique ways to spell a girl's first name, but also keep in mind that learning how to spell a girl's unique name can be difficult for her teachers in the future.

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