20 Female Names That Speak of Summer

If you're expecting a baby girl this summer, this list of summer-inspired baby names may interest you. We've rounded up the 20 that top the charts. Read along to see celebrities with summer-inspired names; you might even find your name on the list.

Have you ever wondered where your name originated from? Some people go through life without ever knowing. But for others, they feel it's essential to discover the meaning behind their names. A name can mean so much to a person. After all, it's part of one's identity and can even form one's personality.

With summer here, it's fascinating to learn that many names have ties to this warm and enjoyable season. And if you're expecting a baby girl at this time, that's all the more reason to check out this list of summer-inspired names. Who knows, maybe your name is also on the list!

1. Summer

There's nothing more straightforward than the name "Summer." Coming from its Old English origin, the name Summer exudes warmth and light, the same as the season.

2. Vera

Vera is of Albanian origin, meaning "summer." It is a beautiful yet subtle way of naming a child after the lovely summer season.

3. Iris

The Greek name "Iris" means rainbow. It's the perfect name for baby girls who light up their family's lives with their presence. Iris is also a flower symbolizing wisdom, valor, and faith.

4. Rose

Rose is a timeless feminine name that has been popular for centuries. It comes from the Latin word "rosa," and is the birth flower of the Summery month of June.

We hear the name "Rose" everywhere. Everyone knows Rose from the movie "Titanic," and the gorgeous Australian actress Rose Byrne.

5. Meadow

The word "Meadow" has German, English, and Dutch origins. It actually means "field," but because of its beautiful feminine sound, parents have named their baby girls "Meadow" for decades.

6. Poppy

The name "Poppy" screams summer and is an overall cute name for a female. It is one of the birth flowers for those born in August, making it a popular summer name. Poppies also symbolize rest and sleep.

7. August

A nod to babies born in the last month of summer, August means "esteemed" and is of Latin origin. Other variations for the name include Augusta, Augustus, Augustine, and Auggie.

8. Jasmine

The name "Jasmine" comes from English and Persian origins. It means "gift from God" and refers to the famous Jasmine plant.

Aside from Princess Jasmine from "Aladdin," another famous icon with the same name is actress, singer, dancer, and director Jasmine Guy.

9. Ruby

The precious jewel Ruby is the birthstone for July. Many babies born on this month are aptly named after their birthstone. The name has Latin origins and symbolizes mental and material wealth.

10. Daisy

Like many other flowers, Daisy is a popular name regardless of whether or not a child was born during the summer season. It is of English origin and represents the cheerfulness and beauty of summer.

11. Blossom

"Blossom" is a name originating from the English language. It means "to bloom," "to flourish," or "to thrive," and could also mean "flower-like."

12. Isla

Isla, which means "Island," is the perfect reference to the summer-favorite destination. People flock to tropical islands during the warm and cool season to get some sunshine and to catch some waves.

Popular celebrities with the name "Isla" include Australian actress Isla Fisher and Isla Phillips, the granddaughter of Princess Anne and great-granddaughter of the late Queen Elizabeth II.

13. Sunny

The name "Sunny" is of English origin, meaning "like the sun," "sunshine," and "cheerful." It's a popular nickname for kids with a happy, cool-mannered vibe.

14. Nani

The Hawaiian name "Nani" means "beautiful." Despite its origins, it's a popular name worldwide, with several famous figures with the same name, including Spanish race car driver Nani Roma and Portuguese football player Nani (Luis Carlos Almeida da Cunha).

15. June

June is an English and Latin name meaning "young." Alternative variations include Juno and Juniper.

16. Kira/Kyra

The name "Kira" has several origins, from Latin to Slavonic and Japanese. It means "strong woman," "shining light," "beloved," and "glittery." Other variations of the name Kira include "Kyra" and "Keira."

Famous celebrities with the name include American actress Kyra Sedgwick and "Pirates of the Caribbean" star Keira Knightly.

17. Eden

Eden has Hebrew origins. It means "idyllic place" or a "place of delight." Some of its other spellings include Edenia, Eadin, and Edin.

18. Talia

This name of Greek origin means "blooming," and "dew of God," which is a great image of God blessing you with a fresh blessing through a child. Talia can also be spelled as Taliah, Tahlia, Tayla, Talie, and Taylia.

19. Dawn

The Old English name Dawn means "daybreak," or the first appearance of light. It's a representation of the beautiful early sunrises during summer and the new appearance of light in a family through a new baby girl.

20. Shelley/Shelly

The name Shelly is of Anglo-Saxon origin, which means "meadow" and "shells." It is a great gender-neutral name that has been popular for decades due to its connection to the lovely shells found on tropical summer beaches.

Celebrities with the name include the late actress Shelley Winters, who passed in 2006, and actress Shelley Duvall.

Al Roker has just welcomed his first grandchild whose name is also inspired by the summer. The weatherman's granddaughter is named Sky, a name greatly associated with the warm and lovely season.