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Eleanor Gustard JUNE 17, 2019

Names For Your

Southern Belles

Trying to pick the perfect baby name can seem daunting but hopefully it
can also be an exciting and rewarding task to find one you’ll love.
Southern inspired names have an old-fashioned charm that is rooted in
music, family bonds and wholesome food. So whether you’re a country
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music fan or embracing your Southern roots, we’ve curated list of

beautiful girls’ names to choose from.
Looking for more inspiration? Our list of summer inspired girls' names are
simply beautiful.

The Best of America

From Brooklyn Beckham to Reese Witherspoon’s son Tennessee,
celebrities have often chosen American places as inspiration for their
children. Here are our top picks of US destinations that make perfect
country girls’ names.
1) Abilene (Hebrew Origin) meaning ‘Land of meadows’, this beautiful
name is a Sheryl Crow song and a city in Texas!
2) Arizona (Native American Origin) meaning ‘little springs’ and also a
southwestern American State.
3) Austin (English Origin) meaning ‘great or magnificent’ and the capital
of Texas.
4) Dallas (Scottish Origin) meaning ‘From the meadow dwelling’, most
commonly associated with the city in Texas or the popular TV series.
5) Dakota (Native American Origin) meaning ‘friendly one’. Despite
becoming popular due to actresses Dakota Fanning and Dakota Johnson,
Dallas is a unisex name and equally popular for boys.
6) Georgia (English Origin) from the feminine variation of George meaning
‘farmer’ this name is also a southeastern US State (most known for their
delicious peaches!).
7) Indiana (Latin Origin) meaning ‘from India’, is also the name of a
midwestern State and is a unisex name, although became a household
name with a certain Harrison Ford.
8) Iowa (Native American Origin) means ‘beautiful land’ and was derived
from the Ioway people who were one of many Native American tribes that
lived in the state at the time of European colonisation.

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9) Montana  (Latin Origin) meaning ‘mountain’ is a northwestern state and

can be considered a unisex name.
10) Nevada (Spanish Origin) meaning ‘covered in snow’ and is another
state name that could be used for any gender.
11) Peyton (English Origin) is a city in Colorado but was once more
commonly an English surname. Originating from the town of Paignton in
Devon, it is thought to be derived from the Anglo-Saxon Pægan and the
Old English work tūn meaning town.
12) Virginia - (Latin Origin) meaning ‘virginal, pure’. The state of Virginia
was named by Sir Walter Raleigh to honour Elizabeth 1, known as the
Virgin Queen.

The Wonders of Southern Nature

If you’re looking for a nature-inspired name, girls name lists are always full
to the brim with them. Here’s our favourites that are a mix of popular and
more unusual names.

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1) Amber (English Origin) popular girl’s name referring to the fossilised

tree resin or the colour orange.
2) Briar (English Origin) despite its ‘thorny’ associations, many have been
inspired by it’s Sleeping Beauty connotations with Briar Rose being
favoured by Rachel Bilson and Hayden Christensen.
3) Ember (Old English Origin) is derived from the Old English “æmerge”
which has roots in the Germanic “aima” which means “ashes”. This name
is more popular in American and parts of Canada.
4) Ivy (Old English Origin) from the word ‘ifig’ to describe the ivy plant.
Traditionally a name that is more popular around Christmas time, it was
also a name chosen by parents Beyonce and Jay-Z for their daughter.
5) Oakley (English Origin) referring to an ‘oak clearing’, this name is
climbing in popularity for girls and can be considered a unisex name.
6) June (Latin Origin) not surprisingly referring to the month but deriving
from the Roman goddess Juno (Iunius) who carried many titles but was
first the goddess of marriage but also of vital force and energy.
7) Rose (Latin Origin) another name which has no hidden meaning. In Old
English, it was translated as Roese or Rohese and is gainly popularity,
particularly as a middle name although its high point as a first name was
between 1896 and 1921.
8) Pearl (Latin Origin) is the birthstone for the month of June and, like
Rose, is gaining popularity as a beautiful middle name. In the novel The
Scarlet Letter, Pearl is the name given to Hester Prynne’s daughter
because she is ‘her mother’s only treasure’.
9) Perry (English Origin) meaning ‘pear tree’, this name is rising in
popularity for girls (perhaps due to Little Mix singer Perrie Edwards) and
so is now considered a unisex name.
10) Sage (Latin Origin) meaning ‘wise’ and associated with the fragrant
herb. It gained popularity in the early 1990s for both genders but is now
slightly more popular for girls. Actress Toni Collette used the name for her
daughter Sage Florence.
11) Savannah (Native American Origin) perhaps unsurprisingly means
‘open plain’ and is derived from the Taino tribe word of ‘zabana’.
12) Sunny (English Origin) is a sweet nickname that can be used for
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either gender.
13) West (English Origin) refers to of course ‘from the West’ but is a high-
rising unisex name that is becoming incredibly popular, especially as a
middle name.
14) Willow (English Origin) derived from the Old English ‘welig’, these
tress are often associated with elegance and grace. It’s beautiful
connotations is part of the reason for its steadily growing popularity along
with Willa.

Charming Country Stars

A country girls’ name list would not be complete without a subcategory
reserved for the country music greats. So if you’re more than a little bit
country, we’ve got the names for you!

1) Carrie (Originally from Carol or Caroline) means ‘free man’, and is a

great country girls name due to Carrie Underwood who went from
winning American Idol in 2005 to becoming a huge music star.
2) Delilah (Hebrew Origin) meaning ‘delicate’, this beautiful name has
been a firm staple in songs with Tom Jones, Chuck Berry, Kiss, Queen,
Plain White T’s (remember that one) and Azealia Banks all using it for
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musical inspiration.
3) Dolly (English Origin) meaning ‘gift of God’, the Queen of Country and
songwriting powerhouse Dolly Parton has perhaps inspired this name to
remain popular as a cute girls name.
4) Emmylou is a sweet combination name of Emmy (diminutive of
Emma/Emily meaning “work, universal”) and Lou (shortened from Louise
meaning ‘renowned warrior’) is the perfect name if you’re looking for
something more unusual. Becoming more popular due to Emmylou Harris,
who was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 2008.
5) Faith (English Origin) meaning ‘belief’, aside from religious
connotations, is on our list due to the fabulous singer Faith Hill. It was
also a name chosen for Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman’s daughter.
6) Jolene (American Origin) is a mix of Jo and Eileen, becoming a
household name thanks to Dolly’s catchy 1973 hit. It’s now been steadily
gainly popularity since 2010.
7) Kitty (Originally an English diminutive of Katherine) was popular before
other variants of Katie (or Katy) came on the scene. Referring to Ellen
Deason’s stage name of Kitty Wells, whether you like it for the cutesy
nickname feel or as a nod to a Country music great, it’s a short, sweet
choice.
8) Miley (American Origin) soared in popularity due to the Hannah
Montana actress and singer Miley Cyrus, who’s real name is Destiny but
was nicknames Miley because “she was so smiley”.
9) Loretta meaning ‘bay laurel’ is the English equivalent of the Italian
Lauretta, is a firm Nashville favourite due to country singer Loretta Lynn
who is the most-awarded female country music artist.
10) Reba (Hebrew Origin) meaning ‘fourth born’ is on our list due to the
Country Music Hall of Fame star Reba McEntire. Short, sweet and
reasonably rare, it’s a great choice for a more unusual girls name.
11) Shania (North American Origin) is from the Ojibwa (also spelled
Ojibwe or Ojibway) people meaning ‘I’m on my way’. Country/pop music
star Shania Twain must have loved the name as she dropped her original
name, which was Eileen, to favour it instead!

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American Beauty
Here are our favourite picks of popular girls’ names in the United States.

1) Betsy (English Origin) an adorable name meaning 'oath'.

2) Blake (English Origin) meaning 'blonde one', perfect for fair-haired
beauties.
3) Caroline (French Origin) meaning 'free man'.
4) Cassidy (Irish Origin) translating to 'clever', also gives cute nicknames
of Cass and Cassie.
5) Charlene (English Origin) a beautiful girl name meaning 'free-spirited',
which is a lovely meaning to give to a little girl.
6) Clarabelle (Latin Origin) translates to 'bright and beautiful', while being
one of the longer names on our list, this makes it perfect to shorten to
Clara or Belle.
7) Claire (French Origin) meaning 'bright or clear' and has a beautiful
country name feel.
8) Daisy (English Origin) this is a popular flower-inspired name, meaning
'day's eye'.
9) Darla (Latin Origin) one of our favourite names means 'darling'.
10) Dixie (English Origin) meaning 'tenth' this is a classic country name
which sounds adorable.
11) Dottie (English Origin) is the perfect name if you love Dolly but want
something more unique.
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12) Ellie (French Origin) meaning 'God is my light'.

13) Evie (English Origin) meaning 'lively'.
14) Gertie (English Origin) meaning 'strong spear' it's a powerful girls
name.
15) Harper (Germanic Origin) connoting 'harp player', is a great example
of a name that was a surname, then more popular for boys and now
soaring high for girls. Famous Harpers include the author of 'To Kill a
Mockingbird' Harper Lee and also the Beckham's daughter Harper Seven.
16) Henrietta (Latin Origin) meaning 'estate ruler'.
17) Jessie (Germanic Origin) has moved from being a nickname of
Jessica to a popular name in its own right!
18) Josie (English Origin) meaning 'Jehovah increases'
19) Kinsey (Germanic Origin) translating to 'King's victory' gives this
name a regal feel.
20) Laney (English Origin) a name meaning 'ray of sunshine'.
21) Mae (Latin Origin) a pearl, and also one of the Roman origin baby
names that mean goddess of growth. Great to use as a middle name or in
combination with another.
22) Piper (English Origin) an all-time favourite meaning 'flute player'.
23) Tammy (French Origin) a religious name deriving from Tamara.
24) Waldina (Latin Origin) meaning 'god's power', with Wiladeene being a
variation.

Old Fashioned And Vintage Names

Last but not least, the growing trend for wanting a more classic and chic
name that was popular in the past, here's our top picks for a wonderfully
charming "old lady" names.
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1) Adabelle (English Origin) one of the more unique classic names that
mean 'lovely'.
2) Amaryllis (Latin Origin) meaning 'sparkling'
3) Barbara (Greek Origin) meaning 'stranger'.
4) Beau (French Origin) meaning 'beauty'.
5) Belle (French Origin) meaning 'beautiful', with a French origin.
6) Emmy (French Origin) meaning 'universal', a classic.
7) Esther (Persian Origin) meaning 'star'.
8) Eleanor (French Origin) a name which means 'light' or 'giver of light',
and famously given to Eleanor of Acquitane.
9) Faye (Latin Origin) this is one of the names that have a mystical
connotation, meaning 'fairy'.
10) Iona (Latin Origin) means 'purple jewel' for the jewel in your crown.
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11) Josette (Latin Origin) one of the more spiritual baby names meaning
'God will increase'.
12) Prudence (Latin Origin) meaning 'wisdom'.
13) Priscilla (Latin Origin) a charming name meaning 'classical'.
14) Tabitha (English Origin) shortened to Tabby (or Tabbie) and means
'gazelle'.
15) Tanya (Germanic Origin)  meaning fairy queen or princess.
16) Thea (Greek Origin) meaning 'goddess'.

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