95 Beautiful Names for Rainbow Babies [Girls Edition]

Oct 4, 2021

95 Beautiful Names for Rainbow Babies [Girls Edition]

AHEAD: The ultimate list of rainbow baby names for girls.

Devastating storms produce the most beautiful rainbows.

The term “rainbow baby” is a reminder of this truth: it symbolizes a happy future in the face of sadness and loss.

Choosing an uplifting or colorful name for your daughter will help you celebrate a new and precious life while honoring and remembering their sibling.

If you’re having a boy, jump over here instead: 77 Handsome Names for Rainbow Babies [Boys Edition]

Below, you’ll find an enormous list of uplifting rainbow baby names for girls (plus their meanings and popularity) that are perfect for families who have experienced pregnancy loss.

Whether you’re looking for symbolic rainbow baby names that mean life, hope, or strength—or rainbow baby names that are more literal, having to do with the sky, weather, or colors of the rainbow—you’ll find them below.

Let’s dive in and find the perfect name for your little miracle…

Names for rainbow babies that mean life
Names for rainbow babies that mean light
Names for rainbow babies that mean peace, hope, and happiness
Names for rainbow babies that mean strength
Spiritual names for rainbow babies
Weather-related names for rainbow babies
Names for rainbow babies that mean wished for and cherished
Colorful names for rainbow babies

Names for rainbow babies that mean life

The first set of rainbow baby names on our list celebrate the promise of a new beginning and the miracle of a new life.

The source for popularity data is SSA.

Ava

Name meaning: Life.
Popularity: This “A” name is one of the most popular names for rainbow babies on our list, coming in at #3 for girls in the U.S.

Eve

Name meaning: Life.
Popularity: This beautiful one-syllable girl’s name ranks #471 in the U.S.

Evette

Name meaning: Life.
Popularity: This great rainbow baby name is not ranking in the top 1000.

Evie

Name meaning: Life.
Popularity: This “E” name is the 319th most popular name for baby girls in the U.S.

Liv

Name meaning: Life.
Popularity: This short name ranks #667 for babies in the U.S.

Viviana

Name meaning: Life.
Popularity: This is the 404th most popular baby girl’s name.

Vivienne

Name meaning: Life.
Popularity: This beautiful rainbow baby name ranks #260 for girls.

Zoey

Name meaning: Life.
Popularity: This “Z” name is the 32nd most popular baby girl’s name in the U.S.

That’s 8 down…
87 names to go!

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Names for rainbow babies that mean light

Since your precious babe is the sunshine after the rain, all of these illuminated monikers make great rainbow baby names.

Cassandra or Cassie

Name meaning: Shining one.
Popularity: This long baby girl’s name ranks #650 in the U.S.

Eleanor

Name meaning: Shining one.
Popularity: This classy name for a rainbow baby ranks #22 in the U.S.

Ellie

Name meaning: Shining one.
Popularity: This cute name is more than just a nickname. It ranks #29 for baby girls in the U.S.

Lena

Name meaning: Ray of light.
Popularity: This “L” name is the 270th most popular baby girl’s name.

Lucie or Lucy

Name meaning: Light.
Popularity: This friendly baby name ranks #49 when spelled with a y.

Mazie

Name meaning: Child of light.
Popularity: This perfect rainbow baby name is not ranking in the top 1000 names.

Nelly or Nellie

Name meaning: Light.
Popularity: This cute Victorian girl’s name ranks #837 in the U.S. when spelled with an ie.

Nora

Name meaning: Light.
Popularity: Perfect for a rainbow baby, this “N” name ranks #30.

Phoebe

Name meaning: Shining one.
Popularity: This outer space baby name (that’s more often associated with Friends) is the 256th most popular girl’s name.

Rai

Name meaning: Like “ray” of light.
Popularity: This 3-letter rainbow baby name is not currently popular in the U.S.

Names for rainbow babies that mean peace, hope, and happiness

All of these great rainbow baby names symbolize a new era filled with peace, happiness, hope, and dreams that come true.

Abigail

Name meaning: My father’s joy.
Popularity: This is the 13th most popular baby girl’s name in the U.S.

Alana

Name meaning: Cheerful.
Popularity: This happy name ranks #206 for baby girls.

Aurora

Name meaning: Dawn.
Popularity: This cool city name ranks #36 in the U.S.

Emma

Name meaning: Whole.
Popularity: Perfect for the little girl who completes your family, Emma ranks #2 in the U.S. (and is the most popular rainbow baby name on our list!)

Evangeline

Name meaning: Bearer of good news.
Popularity: This optimistic rainbow baby name ranks #263 for girls in the U.S.

Felicity

Name meaning: Happiness.
Popularity: This happy “F” name ranks #386.

Hope

Name meaning: Good things to come!
Popularity: This “H” name is the 204th most popular baby girl’s name in the U.S.

Mira

Name meaning: Peace.
Popularity: Mira ranks #485 for baby girls in the U.S.

Noe

Name meaning: Peaceful.
Popularity: Noe is not currently popular for girls, but ranks #677 for boys.

Nova

Name meaning: New.
Popularity: Representing new beginnings, this modern girl name ranks #38 for babes in the U.S.

Phoenix

Name meaning: A mythical bird that rises from the ashes.
Popularity: This nonbinary name ranks #286 for baby girls.

Reverie

Name meaning: Daydream.
Popularity: This unusual “R” name does not rank in the top 1000.

Roxy

Name meaning: Dawn.
Popularity: This 4-letter girls’ name is not in the top 1000 baby names.

Shiloh

Name meaning: Tranquil.
Popularity: This cool hippie name ranks #454 for baby girls in the U.S.

Related: Middle Names for Olivia

Names for rainbow babies that mean strength

Your little baby is a fighter—and you are too! All of these great rainbow baby names signify tenacity, vigor, and bravery.

Audrey

Name meaning: Noble strength.
Popularity: Audrey is the 60th most popular baby girl’s name.

Brianna

Name meaning: Strong and honorable.
Popularity: This “B” name ranks #146 for babies in the U.S.

Bridget

Name meaning: Strength.
Popularity: This great rainbow baby name ranks #747 in the U.S.

Everly

Name meaning: Brave.
Popularity: This southern name, which also makes a great middle name, is the 43rd most popular girl’s name.

Gabriella

Name meaning: Strong woman.
Popularity: This beautiful girl’s name ranks #77 in the U.S.

Hart

Name meaning: Brave.
Popularity: This cool name, which also makes a great middle name for a rainbow baby, is not currently popular in the U.S.

Lara

Name meaning: Fortress.
Popularity: This strong baby name ranks #706.

Matilda

Name meaning: Strength in battle.
Popularity: Matilda ranks #478 for girls in the U.S.

Reese

Name meaning: Fiery.
Popularity: Reese ranks #144 for baby girls in the U.S.

Rylee

Name meaning: Valiant.
Popularity: This edgy name ranks #102 for baby girls born in the U.S.

Serafina

Name meaning: Fiery.
Popularity: This elegant baby name ending in A is not currently ranking in the top 1000.

Sloane

Name meaning: Warrior.
Popularity: This “S” name ranks #181 for baby girls in the U.S.

Tillie

Name meaning: Strength in battle.
Popularity: This cute “T” name is not currently popular in the U.S.

Valentina

Name meaning: Strength.
Popularity: Valentina is the 73rd most popular name for baby girls in the U.S.

Valerie

Name meaning: Strength.
Popularity: This great rainbow baby name ranks #145 for baby girls.

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Spiritual names for rainbow babies

These next rainbow baby names are perfect for parents who believe that their precious daughter was sent from above.

Anastasia

Name meaning: Resurrection.
Popularity: This girl’s name ranks #158 in the U.S.

Angelina

Name meaning: Angel.
Popularity: This angelic rainbow baby name ranks #290 for baby girls.

Arabella

Name meaning: Yielding to prayer.
Popularity: Arabella is the 202nd most popular baby name for girls in the U.S.

Briella

Name meaning: God is my strength.
Popularity: This pretty rainbow baby name ending in A ranks #297 in the U.S.

Evianna

Name meaning: God is gracious.
Popularity: This graceful name is not ranking in the top 1000 baby names.

Hansel

Name meaning: God is gracious.
Popularity: This unusual baby name is not currently popular in the U.S.

Leilani

Name meaning: Heavenly flower.
Popularity: This is the 92nd most popular name for baby girls in the U.S.

Vera

Name meaning: Faith.
Popularity: This girl’s name ranks #246 in the U.S.

Related: Middle Names for Aubrey

Weather-related names for rainbow babies

“Rainbows remind us that even after the darkest clouds and the fiercest winds there is still beauty.” –Katrina Mayer

Aria

Name meaning: Air or melody.
Popularity: Aria is the 26th most popular baby name for girls.

Audra

Name meaning: Storm.
Popularity: Audra does not rank in the top 1000 names for girls.

Clara

Name meaning: Clear and bright.
Popularity: This rainbow baby “C” name ranks #103 in the U.S.

Lani

Name meaning: Sky.
Popularity: This Hawaiian baby name is not currently popular in the U.S.

Rainn or Rayne

Name meaning: Precipitation.
Popularity: Rayne is the 775th most popular name for baby girls.

Reva

Name meaning: Rain.
Popularity: Reva is not currently ranking in the top 100 baby names.

Sky

Name meaning: Part of the atmosphere.
Popularity: This perfect rainbow baby name ranks #801.

Storm or Stormi

Name meaning: Weather event.
Popularity: Stormi, believe it or not, makes the top 1000! It ranks #951 for baby girls in the U.S.

Related: Middle Names for Avery

Names for rainbow babies that mean wished for and cherished

These meaningful rainbow baby names are perfect for a miracle baby that finally comes after a long-fought battle of infertility or pregnancy loss.

Antoinette

Name meaning: Priceless one.
Popularity: This old-fashioned and lady-like name is not currently popular in the U.S.

Aurelia

Name meaning: Golden one.
Popularity: Perfect for the pot of gold at the end of your rainbow, this girl’s name ranks #528 in the U.S.

Dana

Name meaning: Gift.
Popularity: This “D” name is not in the top 1000 baby names for girls in the U.S.

Evelyn

Name meaning: Wished for child.
Popularity: This perfect rainbow baby name is the 9th most popular girl’s name in the U.S.

Jem or Gem

Name meaning: Precious stone.
Popularity: This name is not popular for baby girls in the U.S.

Jewel

Name meaning: Prized possession.
Popularity: This “J” name is not currently ranking in the top 1000.

Kara

Name meaning: Dear one or beloved.
Popularity: This rainbow baby “K” name ranks #671 in the U.S.

Mabel

Name meaning: Lovable.
Popularity: This cute old-fashioned name ranks #427 for girls.

Marianna

Name meaning: Beloved or wished-for child.
Popularity: This perfect rainbow baby name is the 832nd most popular girl’s name.

Marion

Name meaning: Beloved or wished-for child.
Popularity: Marion is not a popular name for baby girls in the U.S.

Mila

Name meaning: Miracle, beloved, dear one.
Popularity: This lovely girl’s name ranks #20 in the U.S.

Mirabella

Name meaning: Wonderful.
Popularity: This elegant name is not currently popular in the U.S.

Sadie

Name meaning: Princess.
Popularity: This royal name is the 78th most popular baby girl’s name in the U.S.

Related: Middle Names for Alex

Colorful names for rainbow babies

Last but not least, here are some cool rainbow baby names that are literally inspired by the colors of the rainbow!

❤️ Roux

Name meaning: Reddish brown.
Popularity: This friendly color name is not in the top 1000 baby names.

❤️ Ruby

Name meaning: A strong red gemstone.
Popularity: Ruby ranks #74 for baby girls in the U.S.

❤️ Scarlett

Name meaning: Bright red symbolizing courage and passion.
Popularity: This is one of the most popular names for rainbow babies on our list, coming in at #21 in the U.S.

🧡 Clementine

Name meaning: Mild and merciful; or citrus fruit.
Popularity: This citrus-y name ranks #610 for baby girls in the U.S.

🧡 Sienna

Name meaning: Reddish brown.
Popularity: Sienna is the 166th most popular baby name.

💛 Amber

Name meaning: A rare golden gemstone made of fossilized tree sap.
Popularity: Amber ranks #513 for baby girls in the U.S.

💛 Goldie

Name meaning: Gold.
Popularity: This cute color name starting with “G” is not in the top 1000 baby names.

💚 Emerald

Name meaning: Precious green gemstone.
Popularity: This colorful rainbow baby name just barely makes the top 1000. Emerald ranks #957 for baby girls in the U.S.

💚 Hazel

Name meaning: Hazel tree or brownish-green.
Popularity: This tree name is the 31st most popular baby girl’s name in the U.S.

💚 Ivy

Name meaning: A green climbing plant.
Popularity: This short but sweet name ranks #58 for baby girls.

💚 Jade

Name meaning: A beautiful green mineral that’s sometimes referred to as the stone of luck and happiness.
Popularity: The gorgeous green name Jade ranks #97 for baby girls.

💚 Olive

Name meaning: From a tree, and a lovely color green.
Popularity: This “O” baby name meaning green is the 197th most popular baby girl’s name.

💚 Sage

Name meaning: Grayish green herb.
Popularity: This organic baby name ranks #223 for girls.

💙 Indigo

Name meaning: Blue or Indian dye.
Popularity: This boho rainbow baby name is not currently popular in the U.S.

💙 Nila

Name meaning: Dark blue.
Popularity: This cool mermaid name is not in the top 1000.

💜 Lavender

Name meaning: A pale bluish purple. Also a fragrant purple flower.
Popularity: This lovely color name is not in the top 1000 baby names.

💜 Violet

Name meaning: A reddish-blue purple. Also a plant with purple flowers.
Popularity: Violet is the 37th most popular name for baby girls.

💓 Rose or Rosie

Name meaning: A lovely pink color – and of course a beautiful flower.
Popularity: Rose is the 113th most popular baby girl’s name. Rosie ranks #470.

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Final thoughts on rainbow baby names

Choosing the perfect name for a rainbow baby can be extremely difficult—even more difficult than selecting a name for a child that hasn’t just come after a loss.

Do your best to narrow down a list of your favorites, and give yourself some grace if you notice that you’re experiencing conflicting emotions. This is normal and you are not alone.

Wishing you lots of healing and happiness as you prepare to welcome your rainbow baby!