Select a stately name while paying homage to your native soil or even a favorite vacation spot. There are 50 shades of red, white and blue to consider for your mini Miss America.
1. Georgia
Popularity rank in the U.S.: #243
Meaning: Farmer
If you've got Georgia on your mind, you're not alone. The Latin feminine form of George, which is at a 60-year peak in popularity, could be the perfect moniker for any little peach.
2. Montana
Popularity rank in the U.S.: Not ranked
Meaning: Mountainous
From Yellowstone to Glacier national parks, Big Sky Country boasts some of the nation's most breathtaking scenery. This unique name, which means "mountainous" in Spanish, was last ranked in 2007.
3. Cali
Popularity rank in the U.S.: #201
Meaning: Beautiful
Not everyone can be a California girl, but this American name—and nod to the Golden State—is perfect for any little lady. The more popular Callie (No. 186) or Kali (No. 262) are alternate spellings.
4. Carolina
Popularity rank in the U.S.: #407
Meaning: Free Man
Feminine for Charles, this German name is an alternative to the more popular Caroline (No. 58). Synonymous with high fashion (think Carolina Herrera), it touts two great states, one of which inspired James Taylor's classic song, "Carolina in My Mind."
5. Arizona
Popularity rank in the U.S.: Not ranked
Meaning: Good oak, little springs
This Southwestern-themed handle became a household name for "Grey's Anatomy" fans when Jessica Capshaw, who plays Dr. Arizona Robbins, joined the show in 2009. There is debate over the origin of the name—some say it stems from one of several Native American words, while others contend that it's from the Basque words "aritz ona."
6. Dakota
Popularity rank in the U.S.: #285 (girls); #360 (boys)
Meaning: The allies
Shared by actresses Dakota Johnson and Dakota Fanning, this Native American name referring to a Sioux tribe is also sometimes used for boys.
7. Virginia
Popularity rank in the U.S.: #581
Meaning: Virginal, pure
As the birthplace of eight U.S. presidents—more than any other state—the Commonwealth of Virginia is rich with American history. A variant of the ancient Roman name Verginia, this Latin moniker was a top-10 name in the 1920s, thanks in part to famed author Virginia Woolf.
8. Indiana
Popularity rank in the U.S.: Not ranked
Meaning: Land of the Indians
Perfect for NASCAR and Indiana Jones fans, this Native American name is both adventurous and gender-neutral. Use "Indy" for a nickname.