If you’re looking for a name with a connection to the rugged frontier, consider one of these options fit for a cowgirl. Choosing a name that evokes the free spirit of the Wild West is bound to instill a sense of passion in your little one.
These classic names have aged gracefully since the golden age of cowboys and outlaws, so any of them would be a stunning name choice for your baby girl.
25 Abigale
BabyCenter recommends this name. The moniker originates in Hebrew and means ‘Father’s joy.’ The nickname Abby also has a distinctly Western sound.
24 Elvira
With a similar sound to the more traditional names of Elle or Ellen, this Latin name has a lawful meaning – ‘impartial judgement.’ It wouldn’t surprise us if a baby girl with this name grows up to work in a court.
23 Wynonna
This is another name that was popular on the frontier. Wynonna is of Native American origin, meaning ‘firstborn daughter,’ thereby making it a fitting moniker for parents welcoming their first baby girl.
22 Marybeth
According to Parenting First Cry, this stunning name means ‘star of the sea.’ It was popular in the cowboy era, but would still be a beautiful choice nowadays.
21 Daisy
If you’re looking for a floral name that evokes the Wild West, consider the feminine moniker of Daisy.
20 Ada
Short but sweet, this German-originating name means ‘noble’ or ‘nobility.’ Adeline was a similar-sounding name also used in the Wild West.
19 Maybelle
Nameberry explains this name is a variation of Mabel, meaning ‘lovable,’ and both names would be stunning choices for a baby girl. Even consider simply going with ‘Belle,’ which means beautiful in French.
18 Betsy
Names like Beth, Beatrice, and of course, Betsy, were all popular on the frontier. This uncommon name is of Hebrew origin meaning ‘pledged to God.’
17 Dallas
While this name may have been uncommon in the Wild West, Parenting First Cry recommends it because of the importance of Dallas, Texas to the frontier. The publication adds the name means ‘from the valley.’
16 Nora
With origins in both Irish and Greek, Nameberry explains this name means ‘light.’ Other similar-sounding Western names include Cora or Nola.
15 Etta
This is another short but sweet name that Parenting First Cry suggests for a Western option. With origins in French, it means ‘keeper of the hearth.’
14 Josephine
Josephine is a classic girl’s name that has stayed strong in popularity throughout the decades. Considering its the feminine variation of Joseph in French, the moniker means ‘Jehovah increases.’
13 Eleanor
BabyCenter suggests this name, which can be shortened into variations such as Elle or Ellie. Eleanor has roots in Greek, meaning ‘bright, shining one.’ It’s a total fit since your baby girl will be the light of your life.
12 Montana
Considering Montana was in its prime in the Wild West, this would be a fitting tribute for a baby girl. Parenting First Cry explains the name comes from Spanish for ‘mountain.’
11 Claire
If you’re looking for a moniker that western-inspired but not too out there, consider the moniker Claire. This French name means ‘bright’ and ‘clear.’
10 Myra
It’s hard to say Myra without a Southern accent thanks to its strong connection to the west. According to Nameberry, Myra is Greek for ‘sweet smelling oil.’
9 Charlotte
Another classic girl’s name to make this list is Charlotte, which can also be shortened into the unisex variant Charlie. With origins in French, it means ‘free man.’
8 Fay
This three-letter name can also be spelt as Faye. Parenting First Cry recommends it for its past popularity in the frontier. It’s of English origin, meaning ‘fairy.’
7 Clementine
Considered a feminine version of Clement, this name is Latin meaning ‘mild’ or ‘merciful.’ If you like it, give the similar name Caroline a thought, which was also popular in the Wild West.
6 Shenandoah
If you’re looking for a Western name that stands out, consider this stunning option. Parenting First Cry explains it has Native American origin, meaning ‘beautiful daughter of the stars.’