There are so many places that expectant parents can look to for inspiration for their baby's name. We've got our family tree to search back for a name that holds some history, we can take a look at our relationship and the key moments or memories that bring joy. Sometimes a name that we've chosen to give to our babies is simply because we heard it somewhere along the way and love the way it sounds. There really is no wrong reason or right formula to follow when it comes to picking the right name, and that's what makes the decision both challenging and exciting.
If there's a little girl about to join the family, there are so many ways to find the right name. The name can be a shorter and sweet-sounding name – which are ones that tend to end in a "i" or a "y." It could be a name that is typically used for boys or ones that are typically used as surnames. Or inspired by the due date month – like September. From the activities to the colors of the trees and the flowers that bloom the brightest, here are 15 darling baby names for girls born in September.
AUTUMN
One of the most obvious – and loveliest – girl name for a baby born in September has to be the Autumn. It's really on the nose given the season changes at the end of September, but it totally works. The season is full of bright colors of reds, yellows, and oranges, and the name Autumn just makes us feel warm and cozy.
ZENDAYA
According to BabyNames.com, the girls' name Zendaya means "to give thanks," which is a beautiful meaning for a little one. This name is inspired by the amazing actress Zendaya, who was born on September 1, and is a wonderful person to provide inspiration to our growing little girls.
SAPPHIRE
A beautiful blue gemstone that's like no other, the sapphire is the birthstone for September. It's also makes for a beautiful baby name for a little girl and it's unusual so there won't be multiple heads turning when a mom yells, "Sapphire!" on the playground.
MARIGOLD
One of the brightest flowers around that look like little suns on a stem are marigolds. These flowers bloom the brightest in the fall and the marigolds are doing this in September. The name translates to mean "golden flower" and it's that perfect name in the middle between popular and uncommon.
EVAN
Another September baby name that's inspired by a celebrity, we love the gender neutral feel to this name. Most often we hear Evan as a name for a boy, but it's a gorgeous girls' name, too and Evan Rachel Wood from Westworld is proof of this.
JUBILEE
Grapes are one of the fruits in season in the month of September, and we think that is a wonderful baby name connection. Jubilee is a name that translates to mean "joy" or "celebration" and is a nod to the Sweet Jubilee grapes, which is a sweeter variety of grape that is as comforting as a PB&J sandwich.
AMBER
When we hear the name or word "amber" we see visions of fire with oranges and reds, and that's exactly how we see the start of the fall season as well. Amber is a wonderful name for a sweet little girl born in September.
TARAJI
We love this name because it's not popular, but oh-so-beautiful. Also, it just so happens to be the name of Taraji P. Henson, an Academy Award winner for best supporting actress, who happens to celebrate her birthday in September.
APPLE
If you asked us 15 years ago if Apple was an acceptable baby name for a little girl, we may have laughed you away. However, now that Gwyneth Paltrow went with the name for her little girl about 18 years ago, Apple is more mainstream. It's tie to September is the fact that this month is the best one for picking the fruit when it's at its peak of sweetness.
ALYSSUM
If parents are looking for a quirky name for their September baby girl, Alyssum is a beautiful option and it's a nod to a gorgeous purple flower that blooms the most in September. The name means "noble" according to Nameberry, and it's a symbolism for beauty.
AZURE
Azure is a baby name that can be used for boys or girls. It's a lilting French-origin name that really plays to the blue color, similar to sapphire. It's a different direction to go than the oranges and reds, but we love the sweet-sounding nature of the name.
PIPPA
There really is only one famous Pippa in the world and she's known for her family and for being a gorgeous fashion and style icon. Pippa Middleton is an icon for our girls to look up to and September also happens to be the month that she was born. Pippa celebrates her birthday on September 6. Pippa is traditionally a nickname for Penelope, but it's lovely as a standalone name.
NINA
We love the baby girl name Nina because it fits that short and sweet category that is so perfect for little girls. It's a great name for a darling girl born in September because it's a more modern alternative to the more old-fashioned name Nona. Nona, in Italian means "ninth" and September is the ninth month.
STELLA
September is full of gorgeous opportunities to see many different constellations in the sky and the name Stella is a wonderful nod to this fact. Stella is directly derived from the word "star" and the name has been really popular in the past, but has dropped steadily since – which just means it's a good time to bring the name back.
VIRGINIA
There are two astrological signs that are associated with September babies, including Virgo. If that name is a little too out there for the baby girl who will be born this month, go for a name that has the same sounds as Virgo, but is wrapped up in a more common name – like Virginia. It's a great hybrid option of the two.
