Our Staff's Favorite Baby Girl Names

By Kim Proulx

Since we at Simply Baby Furniture are in the baby business we know that one of the first things expecting parents do is search for the perfect name for their baby. This can be a daunting task because parents can have definite opinions of their favorite names. The first thing to consider, when picking the perfect name, is the various nicknames that come from your name choice. Also, will your baby's name be one he or she will be proud of as an adult? Your 20 year old might not want to introduce herself as "Hello, my name is Cutie." You get the drift. Remember, a name will stay with your baby forever so take your time and choose something you'll all be happy with.

Below you'll find a list of our top 10 favorite baby girl names. These names were suggested by our Simply Baby Furniture staff. Learn the meaning behind the names and some nickname possibilities. When should you pick your baby's name? Well, there are different opinions about that. Some people think you should pick a name before your baby is born so you don't say, "Hello, You!" when you greet your baby for the first time. Others feel that you should have your top 5 - 10 baby name list ready and with you at the hospital, so once you get a good look at your child you can pick the perfect name that suits her.

We recommend keeping the names to yourself and not sharing your list with outsiders or grandma because you don't want too many opinions added to the mix. If others frown on your top picks you might get annoyed and their negative comments will make your decision even harder. Why not surprise friends and family with your baby's name at first introductions and your visitors will be too busy admiring your cute dumpling to care about her new name.

Top 10 Girl's Names

1. Aiyana
   Nicknames: Yana, Ya-ya, Yan
   Definition: It means Forever Flowering and is of Native American origin.
2. Alexis
   Nicknames: Alex, Ali, Lexi, Lexis, Lex, Al, Alexi
   Definition: It means Protector or Defender and is of Greek origin.
3. Alyssa
   Nicknames: Aly, Lyssa, Al, Lyss
   Definition: It means Rational or Sound of Mind and is of Greek origin.
4. Ariana
   Nicknames: Ari, Ana, Ri, Riana, Ri-Ri
   Definition: It means Silver and is of Welsh origin.
5. Layla
   Nicknames: Lay-Lay
   Definition: It means Night Beauty and is of Arabic origin.
6. Madeleine
   Nicknames: Madie, Adaleine, Adie
   Definition: It means Woman from Magdala and is of Hebrew origin.
7. Megan
   Nicknames: Meg, Megie, Megz
   Definitions: It means Pearl and is of Welsh origin.
8. Melissa
   Nicknames: Missy, Miss, Lissa, Lissy, Mel, Melly, Meli, Maliss, Liss
   Definition: It means Bee Honey and is of Greek origin.
9. Nicole
   Nicknames: Nicky, Nikky, Nikki, Coley, Cole, Nics
   Definition: It means Victorious People and is of Greek origin.
10. Reece
    Nicknames: Re, Re-Re, Reecie
    Definition: It means Enthusiasm and is of Welsh origin.