Picking the perfect baby name is hard enough, but finding an ideal middle name for girls might feel even harder.
After all, it has to go with the first name and the last name (and forget about the initials spelling anything embarrassing!). Fortunately, there are a lot of middle names for girls we rounded up for you to consider.
Read on for some of the most classic, versatile middle names out there for a baby girl. If none of these names are the perfect fit, we hope they can still inspire you in your search.
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ALICE
The name Alice comes from a Greek word that means “truth,” and aside from that meaningful detail, it’s also a classic that will go well with almost any first name. It’s also a perfect, subtle choice for Disney fans, too. Alice in Wonderland, anyone?
BELLE
Names such as Isabelle and Annabel have been popular in recent years, and this variation on those names can make a good middle name for girls. Belle, which is French, means “a beautiful girl or woman.” Who doesn’t think their baby is beautiful?
DAISY
Looking for a floral name? This one might do the trick – especially for parents who are also Great Gatsby fans. Daisy is an adorable, happy name, and although in pop culture we’ve heard it stand alone, it can also make a wonderful middle name, too.
JADE
Whether mom’s favorite gem is jade or she just likes the way the name sounds, Jade would be a cute addition to almost any first name. As a bonus? Spanish tradition has it that Jade can be used to cure colic in babies – and some of us need all the help we can get in that department!
RUBY
This is another gem-inspired name to add to the list — especially for parents who are fans of the color red (or even Dorothy’s slippers from The Wizard of Oz). Ruby is a name derived from Latin whose meaning goes back to the stone it represents. If Jade isn’t your thing, Ruby just might be.
BLAKE
This gender neutral name can be used for any baby, but it’s especially adorable for a little girl, including as a middle name. And as a bonus? It goes with almost any first name and last name combo perfectly, which can be seriously tough to find.
ELOISE
Any fans of Eloise at the Plaza? That spunky New York City kid might not be such a bad fictional character to take a little middle name inspiration from. It appears the name has been gaining in popularity over the past few years, but it would sound beautiful with a simple first name.
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LANE
Once known as an English surname, the name Lane has come into popularity for baby girls (and sometimes boys) in recent years. But it’s also a pretty perfect middle name for parents who are looking for something short and sweet (and that will go with most first names).
BROOKE
The name Brooke has English origins, and it’s also a beautiful addition to any baby girl’s name, whether it’s short or long. It’s a classic, but it’s a classic for a reason: This name is timeless. No matter how the trends change, Brooke will always be a solid middle name.
QUINN
Looking for something a little more unusual that will still go with anything? Try Quinn. This Gaelic name is derived from the word “conn,” which means wisdom and intelligence. For parents who are looking for something meaningful, Quinn could be a splendid choice.
SOPHIA
Although Sophia has gained popularity as a first name, it’s still an adorable (and a bit unexpected) middle name. The name itself comes from Greek and means “wisdom,” which is a pretty wonderful thing to bestow upon a child with this middle name for a girl.
EMMA
As one of the most popular girls’ names out there, some parents might be wary of naming their baby Emma, just in case they end up with the same name as everyone else in their class. But it’s definitely fair game as a middle name for any parent who has really fallen in love with it.
ROSE
For parents who are feeling floral, Rose is a classic choice. Not only is it a beautiful name, but it’s also another one of those middle names that goes well with just about any other name combo. And for those Titanic fans out there, come on: This one’s a no-brainer.
JUNE
Whether or not your baby girl is born during this summer month, June is a marvellous choice for a middle name. It’s also regal: It comes from the Latin word Juno, the name of the Roman goddess of marriage. As a bonus, it’s also not too popular right now, so it’ll help your little one stand out.
HOPE
The meaning of Hope is an obvious one, and it’s a perfect middle name choice for parents who want to add something meaningful to their baby’s name. It’s not too common, but it’s also not too out there — and fortunately, it also sounds good with a lot of first names.
ARIA
Aria was once an uncommon name, but more and more, it’s coming into popularity. But instead of using it as a first name, like a lot of parents do, maybe it’s better suited for a middle moniker? It sounds especially pretty with shorter, one-syllable first names.
KIT
The name Kit was once very popular as a first name, but it also makes an excellent middle name for girls. It’s short, it’s cute, and its roots come from a Greek word that means “pure, unsullied.” Kit is also a gender-neutral choice.
JANE
Jane is another classic baby name that could make for the perfect timeless middle name for a baby girl. It’s simple, it’s easy to spell, and it goes with everything – the trifecta when it comes to picking out a middle name.
HARPER
Lately, we’ve been seeing Harper more and more as a first name, but what about as a middle name? It’s a pretty choice, especially for a baby with a simpler first name. If baby’s parents are super into music (especially the harp), then it may hold a special meaning to them.
JO
Whether you’re looking for a simple middle name that goes with anything or you happen to be a huge fan of Little Women, Jo is a cute choice. Of course, it’s usually a nickname for Josephine, but Jo is an adorable substitute for those who are looking for a short and snappy middle name.
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