Rating of the best dolls for girls in 2022

The doll has been a favorite toy of children of all ages for many centuries. Analyzing the rating of the best dolls for girls in 2022, you can quickly and easily choose a quality gift, a true friend for your baby.

Meaning of the word

The word "doll" comes from the Latin "cuccula", the Greek "koukia", "koukla", which means the figure of a person. Explanatory dictionaries of the Russian language by various authors (Ozhegov, Dal, Ushakov, Abramov) describe several definitions of the concept of "doll":

1. Toy for children (female, children's figurine).
2. The image of people, animals, which are used in theatrical performances, are controlled by actors (puppets, canes, gloves).
3. View of a person in full growth (growth forms, showcase mannequins).
4. Insensitive woman, fake (figurative meaning).
5. The name of the penultimate stage of insect development (pupa).

History of appearance

In the process of human development, the doll is a constant companion of people. The first images of women, men, made from improvised materials (wood, clay, animal bones) are found by archaeologists.

At the moment, the most ancient figure is considered to be made of mammoth bones, which could move its arms and legs. It was found during excavations in the Czech Republic. Approximate age - 30.000-35.000 years.

During the research of the graves of Ancient Rome, rag figures and a large selection of clothing were discovered. Production time - 3rd century BC.

Clay dolls (1st century BC) have been found in Greece. Wooden figurines (2000 BC) were among the things of the tombs of the famous pyramids of Egypt.

On the territory of Japan, Haniwa (funeral), Dogu dolls were found, which were made 300-600 years BC.

All folk dolls are divided into ritual, amulets, play.

Ritual

They were used during ceremonies, sacrifices (replacing the sacrifice of a person, animal with a wooden, clay figurine). The first dolls were made from ash (the ash was kneaded with water, rolled into a ball, decorated with a fabric skirt). Used wood, animal bones, clay, dough. Motanka dolls were made without a face from fabric, straw, fragrant herbs. Didn't use needles or thread.

Vesnyanka - made to meet warm spring days. Ten-handled - a rag female figure, had 10 hands, for a skilled housewife. Mokridina - helped to cause rains (dry summer), stopped showers during floods. Kupavka - saved people from sadness, sad memories.

amulets

Protected from diseases, the evil eye of children, adults, pregnant women.

Bereginya - guarded the family hearth from evil spirits, the evil eye. Hung over the front door.

Insomnia - drove away bad dreams, nightmares. It hung over the bed of small children who often woke up at night. The sacrum - protected from evil spirits during Epiphany festivities.

Veduchka is an image of a mother and a baby with their hands tied. Young women did it on their own to protect their child from sorrows, the evil eye. Denoted a close relationship between native people.

Herbal capsule is a soft rag figurine that stores fragrant medicinal herbs. They were hung over a crib, for good dreams, air disinfection in case of illness.

Baba Yaga - hang over the door, near the windows. Protects the family hearth from misfortunes, evil spirits.

Gaming

Poor peasant families offered their kids toys made from improvised materials (wooden sticks, scraps of cloth, bundles of straw).For small children, comforter pacifiers were prepared - a crumb of bread moistened with water, milk, wrapped in a cloth. Simple pupae are old flaps. Heads - nuts, poppy head.

A haircut is a children's bauble, where bunches of simple grass, medicinal plants were tied together. She entertained small children when their parents were working, calmed them down in their sleep.

Veps woman - they used old women's things without needles, scissors. They put the baby during sleep (cradle), hung over the bed.

Dolls on a spoon - a figure from a large wooden spoon, tied with a women's scarf.

vintage dolls

The production of special children's toys in France, Germany began during the 15-16th century. Such crafts were made of wood, additionally decorated with fabric, leather elements. Wealthy families were offered sets of different female figures, a whole wardrobe of clothes (dresses, shoes).

French Pandora models appeared in the early 17th century. They were made from precious woods. Expensive outfits were typical. Their cost was very high, they were available only to the upper strata of society.

The image of a young woman with a set of cosmetics, clothes, underwear, shoes was used for fashion ateliers in Paris instead of advertising, a catalog of their products.

Firms Brue, Jumeau were the main manufacturers of porcelain dolls in Europe.

Clockmakers of the late 17th century invented an automaton doll that could move to the music.

Mass production of crafts for children began at the end of the 19th century. The short-lived porcelain pieces were replaced with wooden, papier-mâché, and leather ones. The discovery of the material - plastic increased the production of dolls in Russia, Europe, the USA at affordable prices.

How to choose

When choosing the right toy for your baby, for a gift to friends, you need to consider several criteria:

• material;
• functional features;
• baby's age;
• personal preferences (favorite heroes of fairy tales, cartoons).

Material

All items for games differ in the material used in the manufacture. Dolls are:

• Paper - a figure of a girl, clothes are cut out with scissors, fastened with bends. Develops fine motor skills of hands, fantasy (for future artists, fashion designers).
• Wooden - hypoallergenic, safe material. They do not deteriorate for a long time, pleasant to the touch;
• Ceramic (clay, porcelain) - short-lived, require careful handling. Popular with collectors.
• Soft - use different types of fabric (linen, cotton). Short-lived, it is important to fasten small parts, the quality of the material. Suitable for small children.
• Plastic (rubber) - the most common toys. Affordable price, easy to clean, long use.

When choosing a material, pay attention to quality certificates, manufacturer, terms of use, warranty period.

Functional Features

Modern dolls can perform different functions:

• sit, bend legs, arms (articulated);
• cry, laugh;
• sing songs, recite poems;
• swim, fly, walk.

Thanks to new technologies, interactive characters can ask questions, answer SMS, teach a child rhymes, count up to 10. The more functions this model performs, the higher its cost.

Age

Each age is suitable for a certain type of toys.

Up to 1 year old, a soft, rag doll made with natural materials (cotton, linen) is suitable. It is important to use bright colors, different textures.Facial expression should be friendly.

From 2 to 3 years old - like a baby doll, simple clothes (sliders, vests), which can be easily removed and put on. The baby copies the movements of the mother to care for him. Therefore, a suitable toy must be dressed, fed, washed, used in a stroller. The absence of small parts is mandatory (cannot be torn off, swallowed).

3-4 years old - baby doll, whose arms and legs move. The ability to sit at a table, feed, change clothes, give a pacifier.

5-7 years old - doll-girlfriend. The presence of a large wardrobe, accessories, the ability to comb hair, do hairstyles.

8-13 years old - model doll type. The possibility of applying makeup, haircuts, hair coloring, weaving different types of braids (African, French). Independently, with the help of adults, create new models of dresses, hats, handbags.

Favorite heroes

Children of different ages are fans of fairy tales, films, cartoons. A wide selection of fairy-tale characters is offered by popular manufacturers of different price categories (budget, premium). Knowing the preferences of the baby, it is easy to find a good gift - a soft Cheburashka, the heroes of "Cold Heart", Masha and the Bear.

Barbie

The first time a Barbie doll appeared at the International Toy Fair (New York, 1959). It was released by Mattel. Ruth Hendler - the owner of the company, the mother of the girl Barbara, came up with the concept, name, image. Initially, there were two images - a blonde and a brunette, a hairstyle - a high ponytail. The doll was sold in a striped swimsuit, the rest of the wardrobe items could be bought separately.

Boy Ken - Barbie's fiancé was named after Kenneth's son (1961). Christie's girlfriends, Midge, Francie (the first African-American woman), and Sister Skipper completed the family.Also, new images of different professions appeared - a nurse, a ballerina, a teacher, an astronaut, a nanny.

After 1970, Barbie expanded her wardrobe with fashionable novelties, and began to engage in various sports.

1980 - a pop group appeared, the profession of a business woman, pilot, doctor.

1992 - released the image of the talking Barbie (240-280 phrases).

Barbie Dreamtopia Surprise Little Mermaids

New for 2019. The series is represented by 7 types of little mermaids. Packing - different shells. Plastic figurines differ in the color of hair, tail. Height - 14 cm. Suitable for girls 3-5 years old.

Barbie Color Reveal Series 2

Continuation of the popular series. The package contains a doll, 7 puzzles. The theme is food. According to the instructions, you first need to open a green capsule with 4 bags, a one-color Barbie figure. Fill the pipe with warm water, place the doll inside. Additionally, there is a colored wig, shoes, a skirt, a sponge (you can wash your face, hair - they will change).

Barbie fashionistas

A series of 175 models is replenished with new types:

• Barbie without hair;
• Ken (colorful, long hair);
• black figures;
• models with disabilities (prostheses, wheelchair).

A large selection of professions, girlfriends, wardrobe, accessories helps Barbie to remain famous and popular.

baby dolls

Modern baby dolls accurately convey all the features of the structure, the appearance of real babies. Such baby dolls are asexual (without obvious sexual characteristics), with pronounced signs of girls, boys (anatomical structure, clothing, hair). They are produced in various sizes - from 21 to 56 cm. Plastic, rubber, vinyl, textiles are used in the manufacture. A baby doll can be made from one material or several (textile body, vinyl limbs).

Allocate simple, interactive models.Simple - limbs can move, bend, head turns. Interactive views - eating, laughing, soiling a diaper, crying, saying simple words.

Robert (Rauber)

Premium class models from a well-known Spanish manufacturer. Body - vinyl, clothes - natural fabrics, according to patterns of famous fashion designers. Hair - only high-quality materials, easy to comb, do not tangle, you can do different hairstyles. Eyes - with an iris, thick, soft eyelashes. Body, face - natural forms, lines, facial expressions of the baby.

Zapf Creation

The German manufacturer produces baby dolls of different sizes, functions, which differ in their price.

The popular Baby Born series is represented by models of girls, boys who can cry, drink from a bottle, and pee.

The baby dolls of the Baby Annabell series are distinguished by facial expressions, they can respond to the voice.

There are also interactive models that cry when the first teeth erupt. The set contains a milk bottle, a pacifier and a toothbrush.

In addition to each model, you can buy accessories - strollers, bags, furniture, clothes, shoes, rattles.

Blume Doll

Baby Bloom collection (bloom) - 22 figurines (1 ultra rare, 2 rare). Sold in flower pots (plastic cups). To see the baby doll, you need to pour water. The pot is used as a baby house. The figurines have different hair that can be interchanged with each other. The package contains 10 surprises - handbag, wallet, watering can, pet, stickers.

Blume Baby Pops

The series is sold in elongated flower pots with 5 green sprouts. Watering is not required - you need to carefully pull out. The green capsule contains an infant (4 cm), a piece of furniture. Each baby has a diaper, diaper.The potty can contain up to 3 children, accessories (carriage, high chair). Each set contains 25 surprises (clothes, accessories, animals).

The collection represents 50 types of babies, 60 accessories, 12 stylish sets of clothes.

Soft

Fabric (whole pieces of fabric), rag (rags) toys are distinguished by their appearance, attract the attention of young children. Due to the large selection, cost (there are budget options), they do not lose popularity.

Tilda

Known since 2000 textile doll for interior decoration. It has several distinctive characteristics:

• pear-shaped body;
• small head with small beady eyes;
• fabric of products - cotton in a floral, geometric pattern;
• jewelry for clothes - beads, lace;
• different images - girls, hares, gnomes, snowmen.

A large number of master classes, schemes, patterns for making Tild, coils makes it possible to independently, together with a child, sew a beautiful textile craft.

How to choose

In order to buy a suitable model that will be interesting to the baby, will become his best friend, you need to pay attention to the selection criteria:

1. The main requirement is safety. Availability of quality materials, product quality certificates. Purchase in specialized stores, well-known brands.
2. Check the strength of the seams, fastening eyes, the presence of small parts (textile).
3. Correct body proportions. The ability of all parts to work without interference (eyes opened, closed; could stand, sit; hair easy to comb, braid).
4. The sound module of interactive models should be in an inconspicuous place.
5. It is advisable to buy with a baby, listen to personal preferences.
6. Should not frighten (large eyes, facial expressions, sounds).
7. Should be age appropriate.

Child psychologists, educators advise choosing figures with a neutral facial expression. The kid can use such a toy for different games, situations.

Rating of the best dolls for girls in 2022

By studying the rating of popular toys, according to buyers, you can make a choice, find out classic, budget options for every taste.

8th place. Interactive Spring Anna 5, 42 cm, В884/о

The classic model of Russian production. Material - vinyl, plastic. Height - 42 cm. Long hair (24 cm). Speaks simple phrases (there is a sound device). You can plant, put to bed, change the wardrobe.

For children from 3 years old.

• hair is easy to comb;
• the ability to do different hairstyles;
• suitable clothes for other dolls.

• price.

7th place. Verochka 40 cm (World of dolls)

Classic toy. Size - 40 cm. Material - plastic. The manufacturer is a Russian company. Head, arms and legs are movable. You can comb your hair, do hairstyles.

Children from 3 years old.

• price;
• long hair.

• not found.

6th place. Barbie Shining Fashion, 28 cm, T7580

The original model of the American brand Mattel. Material - plastic, textile. The limbs bend, the head turns in different directions. There are long hair. Sold in a brilliant dress, shoes, with a handbag, jewelry. Weight - 215 g, height - 28 cm.

Recommended for ages 5 and up.

• the presence of dresses, jewelry, handbags;
• opportunity to do hair.

• price.

5th place. Hasbro Disney Frozen 2, 28 cm, E5514

Boy Christophe from the cartoon "Frozen". Height - 28 cm. The head rotates, the limbs bend. Made of high quality plastic, clothing - textiles.

Recommended for children over 3 years old.

• clothes, shoes are removed;
• for role-playing games.

• only for cartoon fans.

4th place. Barbie Limitless Movement Yoga Blonde, 29 cm, FTG81

Popular model. Material - 100% plastic. It has 22 points of articulation (takes a variety of poses in yoga classes). With long blond hair. Dressed - a gray-pink T-shirt, sports shorts in a flower.

Recommended for children over 3 years old.

• takes different positions (bridge, twine).

• additionally buy accessories, clothes;
• price.

3rd place. Interactive Spring Alice 16, 55 cm, В2456/о

The view is a classic model. Made by the Russian brand "Spring". Legs, body - plastic, head, hands - vinyl. Height - 55 cm. Product weight - 1.3 kg. The eyes are closed. Talks (8 phrases), walks by the hand (there is a movement mechanism). There are batteries for the sound mechanism - 3 pcs., LR44 (AG13).

• talking;
• shoes, dress are removed;
• long hair is easy to comb;
• walks.

• cannot be seated.

2nd place. JAKKS Pacific Maleficent Coronation of Maleficent 82825

Doll model of the famous manufacturer Jakks Pacific (USA). She is the main character of the fairy tale-film "The Coronation of Maleficent" - the sorceress Maleficent. She is wearing a long black dress with large wings on the back. There are bracelets on the hands. The body is plastic. Articulated - arms, legs, head turn.On the head are curved horns, long black hair. Height - 29.5 cm.

Children over 3 years old.

• high-quality materials (plastic, fabrics);
• repetition of all details, trifles (make-up, accessories);
• easily removed high boots, dress.

• high price.

1 place. Barbie BMR1959 Mulatto, 29 cm, GHT91

Type - model. Holiday series "BMR 1959" - for the release of the first Barbie (full name - Barbara Millicent Roberts). Represented by a plastic female figure with dark skin, brown painted eyes, sewn in brown hair. Hairstyle - a tail of braided braids. Articulated type - the head and limbs turn. Clothing - yellow sweatshirt, shorts, sports shoes (street style). Height - 29 cm.

Children from 3 years old.

• display stand;
• packaging - shoe box.

• price.

The doll will always be a good gift for a kid of any age. Knowing the selection criteria, you can get a good partner in games, a true friend, a defender.