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Disney characters are so vivid and full of life that it makes us want to be like them. Female characters from Disney franchises like The Little Mermaid, Sleeping Beauty, Elsa, Moana, and others have shown us how to be elegant yet courageous. So, dreamy and mystical Disney girl names can be suitable if you’re planning to choose a name for your baby. Over the decades, Disney female characters have continued to inspire girls, old and young. In a world that can be difficult at times, having role models to look up to can go a long way in helping young girls. So, these names of inspiring and cool female characters can motivate your child to live accordingly. Thus, take a look at the beautiful names listed below to choose the right one for your baby girl.
Most Popular Disney Girl Names
1. Abigail
Abigail, the name of Amelia’s sister in “Aristocats”, is one of the top ten most popular baby names today. You also get access to cute and adorable nickname Abby with this name. This Hebrew name means ‘my father is joyful’.
Trivia2. Adella
Adella, the name of one of Ariel’s sisters, is one of the least used Disney-inspired baby names. Adella is a rarely heard variation of Adele, which means ‘noble’. This name also pays tribute to the soul crushing singer, Adele.
3. Alice
Alice is the imaginative and curious protagonist of Lewis Carroll’s adaptation “Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland”. Alice is the short form of the French name Adelais. This classic and feminine name is perfect if you are looking for something sweet and simple. The name Alice, meaning ‘noble’, is quite popular in Sweden and even topped the ranking charts in the year 2009.
Alice Bulmer, a ukulele teacher in New Zealand, recounts the reasons her parents assigned this name to her. She says, “I was named after four Alices. My parents chose my name because it was something they could agree on. As well as Alice in Wonderland, there was my father’s great-aunt Alice Hughes of Anglesea. Alice was the sister of my dad’s paternal grandmother, Caroline Bulmer nee Hughes, “Granny Holyhead” (i).”
4. Amelia
Amelia is one of the animal characters from the film “The Aristocrats”. She is a goose with a British accent. This old-fashioned female Disney character name has slowly, but steadily, come out of the attic. In fact, it is more popular now than it was in our grandmas’ days. The daring aviator Amelia Earhart is also a popular namesake. Amelia means ‘work’.
5. Anita
Anita sounds recognizable, but isn’t overly common, and that’s what makes it even more special. This short and sweet name belonged to the heroine of the “101 Dalmatians”. Anita is the Spanish version of Anne and means ‘grace’. Some notable namesakes of this name include Anita Denise Baker, the American singer-songwriter and Anita O’Day, the American jazz singer.
6. Anna
Here’s a “Frozen” inspired baby name for your little girl. Anna, a variation of Ann, has been sitting firmly in the top 25 baby name list for a couple of decades. We do feel it sounds a bit more stylish and exotic than Ann. If you’re cool enough with your daughter sharing her name with Cinderella’s step sister, you can opt for Anastasia. Anna means grace.
7. Ariel
Ariel was once a popular male name but made a splash as a female name after the screening of the film “A Little Mermaid”. In the movie and cartoon series “Little Mermaid”, Ariel is the protagonist. The name Ariel is a variation of the French name Arielle. Shakespeare used the name Ariel for the spirit in “Tempest”. Ariel means ‘lion of God’.
8. Audrey
Audrey Rocio Ramirez, the resourceful and tough engineer from the movie “Atlantis: The Lost Empire”, is totally opposite to the serene, chic, and radiant name she bears. A favorite with the celebrities, Audrey was used by Faith Hill and Tim McGraw and Steve Zahn and Greg Kinnear for their daughters. And it’s been rocking the charts, being one of the top 50 names for four years straight. Audrey means ‘noble’.
9. Aurora
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Princess Aurora is the heroine of “Sleeping Beauty”. The name Aurora has a distinctly romantic vibe. In Roman mythology, Aurora was the goddess whose tears turned into the morning dew. Rory will make a peppy nickname for Aurora. Aurora means ‘dawn’.
10. Belle
Belle, meaning lovely and beautiful, is one of the perfect female disney names for your little princess. Belle has an old-fashioned charm to it. And we think it will also make a stylish middle name. In the world of Disney, Belle is the dreamy heroine of the film “Beauty and the Beast”.
11. Bianca
If you remember, Miss Bianca was the name of the mouse in the movie “The Rescuers”. This Italian version of Blanche, meaning ‘white’, was brought to prominence for the first time by Mrs. Mick Jagger. It has also featured in two of Shakespeare plays, “Othello” and “The Taming of the Shrew”. Even Tia Carrere picked it for her daughter.
12. Briar Rose
This ultra-romantic name of Princess Aurora in “Sleeping Beauty” is destined to be popular with Hollywood celebrities. In fact, Hayden Christenson and Rachel Bilson have already given this name to their daughter. And the rest will follow suit soon. If you want, you can also use Briar and Rose separately. Briar Rose means ‘rose’.
13. Celia
Celia is a snake-haired monster in the film “Monster, Inc”. The name Celia is delicate, energetic, and sleek, all at the same time. Legends say that Shakespeare invented this name for one of his “As You Like It” characters. Celia means ‘heavenly’.
14. Charlotte
This classic name has made it to our list via Tiana’s pampered friend in “The Princess and the Frog”. This sophisticated and worldly name has a variety of notable namesakes like Charlotte Bronte and Queen Charlotte Sophia, the wife of King George III. If you find Charlotte a bit stuffy for everyday use, you can shorten it to Lottie. Charlotte means ‘free man’.
15. Cinderella
Cinderella will probably remain one of the most popular Disney baby girl names of all times. There’s absolutely no match for her and even her name. If you find the exact name a bit over the top, you can try Cynthia, Cindy, or just Ella. Cinderella means ‘little ashes’.
16. Cleo
You can recognize this name as that of Pinocchio’s fish in the classic Disney film “Pinocchio”. Cleo is one of the few female names with the lively o-ending. You can also consider it as a short form of the name Cleopatra. Famous “Friends” star David Schwimmer picked this name for his daughter. Cleo means ‘glory’.
17. Colette
Colette is the female chef from the film “Ratatouille”. She is tough and strict on the outside but gentle and soft on the inside. Colette is the short form of Nicollet and means ‘people of victory’. Dylan McDermott selected this name for his daughter. Colette is also the last name of an iconic French novelist.
18. Daisy
Daisy is the delicate girlfriend of Donald Duck. She even appeared in Toy Story 3 as an owner of some of the toys. Despite being an old-fashioned name, Daisy has a fresh feel to it. In fact, it is one of the most popular flower monikers of all time.
19. Dinah
Alice’s kitten, unfortunately, doesn’t get much attention, but we think her name is beyond beautiful. Dinah is a charming and underrated Old Testament name with a rich literary and musical resume. This vivid and stylish name means ‘God will judge’.
Trivia20. Dory
The clumsy, but adorable regal blue fish that goes on an epic adventure to find Nemo along with Marlin has a name that’s loved by many across the globe for its nostalgic charm. Dory originated as a nickname of Dorothy, but is now used as a first name by parents. The name Dory means ‘gift of God’.
21. Ellie
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Now who wouldn’t want to name their daughter after one of the greatest love stories of all time? Ellie may not have had a long screen time, but she made a significant impact on the watchers. Ellie was actually named after the director’s daughter. So if it could be good enough for him, it would be good enough for you too. Ellie means ‘shine or light’.
22. Elsa
The name Elsa has been popular since the 1990s, but it broke the Social Security Administration chart after the release of the movie. We feel it’s a thoroughly regal naming option for your little princess. Elsa is a shortened version of Elizabeth and means ‘oath of God’.
23. Esmeralda
Esmeralda, the name of the clever gypsy who befriended the Hunchback in the movie “The Hunchback of Notre Dame”, has become hugely popular in the last ten years. In fact, Ryan Gosling and Eva Mendes also picked it for their daughter, probably because of the greatness set by the movie. Esmeralda means ‘gemstone’.
24. Evangeline
Evangeline from “The Princess and the Frog”, had Raymond, the firefly totally heads over heels in love with her. And even we are, with this name which means ‘bringer of good news’. This beautiful moniker would be apt for your little angel.
25. Flora
The name Flora featured in “Sleeping Beauty” as the queen fairy who gives Princess Aurora the gift of beauty. Also the name of the Roman goddess of gardens, flowers, and spring, this moniker is making a comeback, along with its elaborate form Florence. This soft and dainty name has been a favorite in Scotland and is the name of one of the heroic figures in the Scottish history. Flora means ‘flower’.
26. Giselle
Giselle is the leading lady of the film “Enchanted”. She is a pure-hearted soul who finds difficulty in coming out of her fairy tale ideals in New York City. The correct pronunciation of Giselle is “Gee-zah-Lah” and sounds graceful. Giselle is also the name of the French ballet dancer and supermodel Gisele Bundchen. The meaning of Giselle is ‘pledge’.
27. Hera
If you don’t mind using a brave and bold Greek mythology inspired name, Hera will make a great option. As the name of the wife of Zeus and the mother of Hercules, both name, and character of Hera denotes strength and wisdom. The moniker means ‘goddess of women, childbirth, and marriage”.
28. Jane
Jane is the active and adventurous lead of the film “Tarzan”. Unlike today’s generation, we don’t find Jane plain at all. On the contrary, we think it’s a venerable, short one syllable name that would sound great in the middle spot. Jane means ‘God’s gracious gift’.
29. Jasmine
Jasmine, as the gorgeous princess of Agrabah in the movie “Aladdin”, captured the audience not just with her stunning looks, but also with her exotic floral name. This moniker soared the popularity charts after the release of the movie and currently ranks in the top 100 baby name list. This jazzy name can be spelled in various ways such as Jazzmine, Jasmin, and Jasmyn. Jasmine means ‘jasmine flower’.
30. Jessie
The adventurous and sprightly cowgirl from Toy Story 2 And 3 has a name that never seems to get old. As Buzz Lightyear’s girlfriend and Woody’s tomboy friend, the moniker went well with Jessie’s personality. Jessie is basically the short form of Jessica, which held the place as one of the most popular names in the 80s and 90s. Jessie sounds playful and cute without being too girly and means ‘God beholds’.
31. Kiara
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Kiara, the name of Simba and Nala’s daughter in “The Lion King”, has been a mainstay on the Social Security Administration list since the release of the film in 1994. This Irish name, meaning ‘dark’, would make an excellent alternative to the more common Keira.
32. Lilo
If you want a fun and happening name for your little girl, we’d suggest you pick Lilo, inspired by the young protagonist of “Lilo and Stitch”. This short and energetic name, familiar in Hebrew, German, and Hawaiian cultures, holds the distinction of being the nickname of Lindsay Lohan. And the lively ‘o’ ending makes it even more endearing. Lilo means ‘generous one’.
33. Marian
The name of “Robin Hood’s” lead actress is a French and medieval variation of the name Marie. If you want, you can even spell this name as Marion, just like Matthew Broderick and Sarah Jessica Parker have named their daughter. Marian means ‘sea of sorrow’.
34. Marie
Marie, the name of the kind, but spoiled kitten in “The Aristocats”, is basically a variant of Mary and means ‘star of the sea’ in the Latin language. This name was extremely popular in the 1900s and even held the eighth spot for several years. French queen Marie Antoinette can also be credited for putting this name on the spotlight. And since it’s a classic name, you don’t need to fear that it will go out of fashion.
35. Megara
Megara may not be the most contemporary and trendy sounding name, but that does not mean it cannot inspire your baby girl’s moniker. By picking the name Megara after Hercules’ love interest, you won’t only be displaying your fondness towards Disney, but will also pay tribute to the Greek city. Its mainstream variation is Megan, but we like Megara the most. Megara means ‘pearl’.
36. Merida
Think outside the box by naming your daughter after the bow and arrow toting, adventurous heroine from the movie “Brave”. But her name is quite surprisingly not Scottish, but Spanish. Merida is basically a place in both Spain and Mexico. It means ‘one who has achieved a high place of honor’.
37. Minnie
The name Minnie was at the height of its popularity in 1900 and the decades that followed. That’s even before Minnie Mouse appeared on the scene. (She appeared in the late 1920s). It’s noteworthy that even after a century of her appearance, Minnie still rules the hearts of many. And her name has become timeless now, both as a first name and a nickname.
38. Moana
This exotic, Maori name was recently graced by a badass Disney princess. Moana is basically the name of a Polynesian sea god. And it’s also the color name for dark blue. If you want, you can shorten it to Moa, but it would mean ‘chicken’.
39. Mulan
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Mulan, the Chinese name of Disney’s heroine who disguises herself as a man to take her father’s position in the Imperial Army, would be an extraordinary name for your little girl. Mulan means ‘wood orchid’.
40. Nala
Nala is a perfect name for girls of today’s generation. It’s short, hip, unconventional, and has the Disney touch. In Hindu mythology, Nala is a male character, but the name has feminine qualities. Ivory Wayans picked Nala for her daughter, while Halle Berry added an ‘h’ to the name to spell it as Nahla. Nala means ‘beloved’.
41. Nora
Nora, inspired by one of the most favorite characters from “Pete’s Dragon”, sounds feminine without being too frilly. It conjures images of elegant ladies of the 18th and 19th century dressed in fur-trimmed coats. And it’s trending the popularity ladder too, considering it’s one of the top 50 names this year. Nora means ‘light’.
42. Olivia
Olivia Flaversham is the name of the young Scottish mouse in the Disney film “The Great Mouse Detective”. And her name, which was popular decades ago, is on the top ten list even today. No wonder, Shakespeare loved this name. It’s delicate, yet strong, classic, and trendy. What’s more? Its meaning is related to one of the symbols of peace. Olivia means ‘olive’.
43. Penny
Penny isn’t just associated with the stunning female lead from “The Big Bang Theory”. It’s also the name of one of the characters in the classic film “The Rescuers”. So whichever Penny you love the most, this moniker will make a playful and pretty pick.
44. Rosie
Rosie, the name of the friendly black widow spider from “A Bug’s Life”, has a cheerful and rosy-cheeked feel to it. The other prominent Rosies include Rosie Perez and Rozie O’Donnel, who were christened Rosa Maria and Roseann respectively. Besides, Rosie the Riveter was also a symbol of female patriotism and strength during the Second World War.
45. Sarafina
Sarafina, the alternate and less common spelling of Seraphina, was borne by Nala’s mother in “The Lion King”. You also get an option to shorten it to Sarah. The meaning of Sarafina is ‘fiery one’.
Quick fact46. Tiana
Tiana, the name of the princess from “The Princess and the Frog”, is appreciated for its strength, delicacy, and similarity with tiara. It shouldn’t come as a surprise that Tiana means ‘princess’. With this name, we hope your daughter also grows up to be as ambitious and creative as her namesake. Fun fact – Tiana was originally going to be named Maddy? Now you decide which one sounds better on her.
47. Ursula
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If you’re a fan of “A Little Mermaid”, you’ll recognize this one as the name of the primary antagonist of the movie. Ursula has been severely overlooked by the parents, probably because it belongs to a villain. But the time is ripe to boost the popularity rankings of this name. Ursula means ‘little bear’.
48. Violet
Violet, the shy, sarcastic, and stubborn daughter of Mr. Incredible has the power to become invisible. But her name got, even more, visibility after it appeared in the film. This soft floral moniker came into the mainstream when Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner chose it for their daughter. And it has featured in children’s favorite book “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory”. Violet means ‘purple’.
49. Wendy
We know that a real trip to the Neverland is near about impossible, but naming your daughter after one of the famous characters from “Peter Pan” is an excellent way to let your imagination take flight. Wendy was initially given to baby boys, but now it’s impossible not to think of the gentle and caring sister of Peter Pan who seeks out on an adventure with her brother. So you’ll get the best of both the worlds with this name.
50. Willow
There’s no one wiser than Pocahontas’ Grandmother Willow in the movie. In fact, just the mention of Willow brings to mind the peaceful and elegant character from the movie. The name Willow has shed its hippie aura and has been climbing the charts in the US steadily. It is super popular in Canada and Australia too.
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When you have to choose a name for your baby, a few hundreds of names may not be just enough. Keep digging our mine of baby names until you find that one precious gem.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What are the benefits of choosing a Disney-inspired name for a girl?
Choosing a Disney-inspired name for your baby girl can be beneficial in several ways, such as having a positive role model to look up to and a unique name that stands out and adds a sense of fun and joy to the name.
2. How do Disney girl names reflect a sense of tradition and timelessness?
Girl names inspired by Disney characters often reflect a sense of tradition and timelessness as they draw inspiration from classic literature and mythology. They have been known to stand the test of time and resonate with people of all age groups.
3. How can I find inspiration for dreamy and mystical Disney girl names?
By watching disney movies, reading books about disney characters, researching online on disney forums, and talking to the young members of the family can help parents find inspiration for a disney inspired name for their little one.
4. What are some factors to consider when choosing a dreamy and mystical Disney girl name, such as sound and spelling?
Some important factors to consider when choosing a disney inspired name for your child are its ease of pronunciation, meaning, spelling, literary and historical relations, uniqueness and personal preference.
5. How can I make sure that the dreamy and mystical Disney girl name I choose is easy to pronounce and spell?
To ensure that the name that you have chosen for your little one is easy to pronounce and spell, make sure to opt for names with simple phonetic spellings, test out the name before finalizing, avoid names with excessive consonant clusters, and choose names that have familiar vowel sounds.
If you’re thinking of naming your baby girl after a Disney character, you may pick from the dreamy and mystical Disney girl names. Whether you’re just a lover of Disney movies or want your baby girl to be like a Disney princess, you can name your baby after one of the main characters. Also, you can name your baby after one of the unique yet essential characters, such as Willow, Anna, Audrey, and Charlotte.
Infographic: Disney Names For Your Baby Girl
Magic, adventure, fantasy, and precious childhood memories – Disney holds a special place in everyone’s heart. So, if you’re a Disney fanatic, look at the infographic below for some coolest and most beautiful name suggestions for your little princess inspired by Disney movies and series of all time. Illustration: Momjunction Design Team
Key Pointers
- These baby names usually take inspiration from famous female Disney characters, such as Disney princesses.
- Because most female Disney characters are known for their positive attributes, these names can be aspirational for your daughter.
- These names can also allow you to bond with your daughter over your favorite Disney shows or movies.
- Some of the most famous dreamy Disney baby names include Cinderella, Alice, Elsa, and Moana.
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Unveil the magic and pay homage to our beloved Disney characters with these 20 Disney-inspired names for baby girls. Pick the ideal name that perfectly suits your little princess!
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