{"id":195410,"date":"2018-09-28T19:30:54","date_gmt":"2018-09-28T23:30:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mommyish.com\/?p=195410"},"modified":"2018-11-13T21:06:39","modified_gmt":"2018-11-14T02:06:39","slug":"small-baby-girl-names","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mommyish.com\/small-baby-girl-names\/","title":{"rendered":"19 Simple Baby Girl Names That Pack A Big Punch"},"content":{"rendered":"

Choosing a baby name isn’t easy. For some a baby girl names come easy, and baby boy names are hard. Others really want to make sure they’re choosing names that are pretty gender neutral and many other factors that must hit to find their perfect name. There is so much that goes into a name — it’s one of the first things people know about you. It’s one of the first ways we make a first impression, and some people believe you can tell a lot about a person’s personality from their name. (You know… Karen… or Becky… those probably strike a picture of an adult you know with those names).<\/p>\n

Here are 19 baby girl names that are short, sweet, and pack a big punch:<\/h2>\n

1. Ally<\/h2>\n

There are a few different ways to spell this name, pronounced like “al ee,” this is a cute name that could be a full name, or just a nickname. According to BabyCenter<\/a>, the name means “noble” or “light” and is of German origin. If you are looking to use Ally as a nickname, consider Allison, Alexandra, or Alexa as a first name! Of course, it stands on its own as an amazing name. Olympic gymnast Aly Raisman captured our hearts in 2016, proving that little names can pack a big, powerful punch! It’s not the size of the package that matters, right?<\/p>\n

2. Anya<\/h2>\n

There is so much about this name that just makes it pretty. It sounds good rolling off the tongue and it’s the perfect balance between unique yet not too out there. According to Nameberry<\/a>, Anya is a Russian diminutive of the name Anna, and it means “grace”. It’s a name found mostly in Russia, Poland, and other Eastern European countries, but it’s also popular in Germany, Norway, Denmark, and The Netherlands (in these countries, it’s typically spelled “Anja”). It’s also a pretty popular name in pop culture! Audrey Hepburn’s character in Roman Holiday<\/em> was named Anya, and Buffy the Vampire Slayer<\/em> fans will recognize the name from the cult classic TV show.<\/p>\n

3. Asia<\/h2>\n

There are many people who take inspiration for their baby names from places around the world. This is one that’s gorgeous and doesn’t scream OMG you named your kid after that, while still having a flair there. If you want to use the name Asia, but don’t want to spelling to be so obvious, you have some options! Other spellings include Aja, Azha, and even Eja (how pretty is that?!). Geographical names are pretty popular, but you don’t have to sacrifice wanting a short, sweet name if you decide to go in this direction. Funnily enough, Nameberry lists Asia as one of the more popular girl’s names in Italy<\/a>!<\/p>\n

4. Ava<\/h2>\n

It’s hard to come up with a baby name that has only three letters, is feminine, easy to spell, and sounds really classy. When we hear this name, we realize that yeah, that’s going to be good for someone when they’re trying to spell their name for kindergarten. Aside from the ease of your little one learning how to spell (and write!) their name, Ava is such a classic name that you really can’t go wrong. The name is of Latin origin, meaning “life”, and has some pretty significant religious connotations (St. Ava was the daughter of King Pepin and was cured of blindness and became a nun).<\/p>\n

5. Bay<\/h2>\n

Nickname or not, Bay is something that shouldn’t be over looked. If you’re a fan of nicknames instead of full names, this one is a beautiful mix of masculine and feminine. We’ve seen Bay used as a nickname for Bailey (but Beyonce fans may use it to pay homage to their Queen!). There are a couple of different meanings: as an English name, Bay means “auburn-haired”, but in Vietnamese, Bay means “born on a Saturday”. You could also use Bay if you’re looking for a nature-inspired name, or (just for fun) if you’re from the East Coast and have an affinity for Old Bay seasoning!<\/p>\n

PREVIOUSLY:\u00a018 of the Quirkiest Baby Girl Names by State<\/a><\/em><\/h4>\n

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6. Cara<\/h2>\n

These names with the duplicating vowel are just always so pretty sounding. They’re the best way to make a name cute, short, but powerful, too. Cara is one of our favorite names, for its simplicity, beauty, and classic feel. Its origins are rooted in Latin, Italian, Irish, and Spanish, and it means dear, friend, or face. It’s gotten a bit of a boost lately, since model and actress Cara\u00a0Delevingne came onto the scene. We all want her eyebrows, so it makes sense what we would want to copy her name, too! Whether you pronounce it Care-ah or Car-ah, it’s a beautiful name.<\/p>\n

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