Choosing the perfect name for your baby girl is one of the most exciting parts…
53 Beautiful Middle Names for Molly
Molly is a pretty choice of name for a baby girl. It is of Irish origin and a diminutive of the name Mary and other popular ‘M’ names such as Margaret, Martina, Melinda. The name may originally mean ‘sea of bitterness, ‘star of the sea’ or ‘rebelliousness’; however, the meaning has changed to ‘wished- for child’ over the years. Choosing a middle name that goes with it won’t be a bed of roses. Regardless here are some of the possible options and their meanings…
Evangeline – is an old (in a good way) romantic name of Greek origin that means “bearer of good news.” It can also be Evangelina.
Francesca – This name is obtained from the Latin word, ‘Frances,’ which means French or free. This meaning is common in Italian, Teutonic and American descents.
Ophelia – Ophelia is a rare and fantastic choice of Greek origin, meaning ‘aid.’ It is the name of a goddess known to Greek mythology as a god of the waters’ or ‘the soul of a sacred river in the otherworldly. The name appeared in Shakespeare’s famous play, “Hamlet. It was the name of the unfortunate maiden that fell in love with Hamlet.
Amelia – The name Amelia has several roots and Latin, Germanic, Hebrew, and Arabic origin. According to the Muslim religion, it means ‘trustworthy’ or ‘beautiful.’ On the other hand, Its Germanic root name ‘Amal’ means ‘work,’ which can be associated with industriousness and fertility.
Sue – It is of Hebrew origin, meaning ‘Graceful lily.’
Mae – It is of British and Roman origins, essentially referring to the month- May. It means ‘Goddess of Spring Growth.’
Anne – It is an alternative to Ann and Hannah’s Hebrew name, which means “He has favoured me.”
Jane – means “God is gracious.”
Clare – means “bright, famous.”
Rose – means “famous type” in Old English or may be a variant of Rosa referring to a rose flower.
Olivia – means “olive” or “olive tree.”
Valentina – means “healthy, strong.”
Sophia – means “wisdom” or exuding sophistication and beauty.
Isabella – a variant name for Elizabeth meaning “God is my oath.”
Emmeline – means “hardworking or industrious.”
Eve – means “life” or “living.”
Evelyn – derived from the name Aveline. The name means “wished for a child.”
Evette – means “living one.”
Evelina – it is a variant of the name Evelyn, meaning “life.”
Erin – It is an Irish name meaning “peace.”
Kate – It is a diminutive of Katherine which means “wholesome and friendly.”
Alexandra – It is a feminine version of the name Alexander, and it means “one who came to save warriors.”
Elizabeth – It is of Hebrew origin and means “God is my Oath.”
Victoria – means “victory.”
Katherine – means “pure.”
Alice – means “noble, exalted.”
Tamsin – It is short for Thomasina, which means “twin.”
Ruth – means “friend.”
Adelaide – means “noble natured.”
Penelope – It is of Germanic origin but used in Greek mythology to mean “weaver.”
Henrietta – means “home ruler.”
Arianwyn – this is a Welsh name meaning “white.”
Gabriella – means “devoted to God.”
Carenza – It is a Cornish name that means “loving.”
Araminta – it is a cross between Aminta and Arabella which means “prayer and protection.”
Arabella – means “grace”, “beautiful”,” favor”, “beautiful/little Arab woman” or “inviolable”.
Annabel – means “favored grace.”
Isobel – It is a Hebrew name meaning “God’s promise.”
Elise – It is a French nickname for Elizabeth, meaning “God’s promise.”
Grace – has several meanings; “God’s grace” in Latin; “charm, goodness and generosity” in Greek mythology, but generally linked to beauty and Joy.
Imogen – It is of Irish and Gaelic descent, meaning “maiden.”
Jennifer – means “fair one” or white wave.” People named Jennifer are often honest, benevolent, and intentive.
Juliet – feminine for Julius, meaning “downy haired and youthful.”
Louise – It is an Old Germanic name meaning “famous warrior.”
Charlotte – means “free man” or “petite.”
Jemima – Hebrew name for “dove.”
Philipa – Includes alternative spellings –Filippa, Filipa, Pippa, Philippa, and Phillipa- which mean “lover of horses.”
Suzannah – means “lily” and has variations such as Susan and Susannah.
Ella – Spanish word used to refer to “she” or “her.” It may also mean “girl” or “feminine.”
Rachel – Hebrew name for “ewe.”
Elspeth – also Elspet, the Scottish equivalent for Elizabeth, means “consecrated by God “or “chosen by God.”
Gillian – means “youthful.”
Verity – Latin name for “truth.”
With a list of all these names, you are definitely spoilt for choice!