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Names that Peaked in 2008

  1. Milagros

    • Origin:

      Spanish

    • Meaning:

      "miracles"

    • Description:

      Even in the Hispanic community, very religious and old-fashioned.
  2. Amiah

    • Description:

      Amiah is a feminine name with multiple possible origins. It may be a variant spelling of Amaya, which has Basque origins meaning 'the end' or 'high place,' or it could be related to the Hebrew name Ammiah, meaning 'God is my people.' Some see it as a modern variation of names like Amelia or Mia. The name gained modest popularity in the United States during the early 2000s, reflecting parents' interest in names with vowel-rich sounds and international flair. Amiah offers a balance of uniqueness and familiarity—uncommon enough to be distinctive, yet simple to pronounce and spell. Its melodic quality, with the soft 'm' sound and flowing vowels, gives it a gentle, feminine appeal that works well across cultures.
  3. Marlee

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "pleasant seaside meadow"

    • Description:

      The combined inspiration of reggae master Bob and the dog-loving romp "Marley and Me" catapulted this name up the chart in recent years. But what goes up....
  4. Kamren

    • Origin:

      Spelling variation of Cameron, Scottish

    • Meaning:

      "crooked nose"

    • Description:

      Cameron is an ultra-popular boys' name, in the US Top 100 since 1987. As a result, it has generated numerous spelling variations, including Kameron, Camron, Kamron, Kamren, and Camren. The Kamren spelling has been on and off the US Top 1000 since the 2000s, though as of 2024, it has been absent for almost a decade. Given to around 75 boys each year, Cameron, Kameron, and Kamryn are currently favored.
  5. Kamryn

    • Origin:

      English variation of Cameron, Scottish

    • Meaning:

      "crooked nose"

    • Description:

      As a Top 600 name for girls for more than 20 years, Kamryn has become a widely-accepted version of the original Cameron. It also ranks just below the Top 1000 for boys too, though it is used three times more often on girls.
  6. Kimora

    • Origin:

      Modern name, meaning unknown

    • Description:

      Afro-Asian model, designer, and entrepreneur Kimora Lee Simmons brought this name into the public eye and it enjoyed more than a decade in the Top 1000 during the 2000s and early 2010s. It peaked in 2008 when it reached the Top 300, but it has since been in decline, becoming an on-off visitor to the US charts.

      The exact meaning of Kimora is unknown, though one possibility is that it's a nod the Japanese surname, Kimura, meaning "woods + village". Back in the US Top 1000 for 2023, Kimora could also feel like an updated form of Kim or Maura, and a spin on more popular Kora.
  7. Jairo

    • Origin:

      Spanish, variation of Jairus

    • Meaning:

      "God enlightens"

    • Description:

      While Jairus is rare, this Spanish variation is heard in the US, having ranked in the Top 1000 for the last three decades. It currently ranks in the latter end of the charts, while similar sounding Kairo, Cairo, and Kyro rank higher.
  8. Madilyn

    • Origin:

      Spelling variation of Madelyn

    • Description:

      Madelyn is the most popular, phonetically-clear spelling of the lovely and stylish French name. Madilyn edges it toward Marilyn, though that isn't necessarily a bad thing.
  9. Javion

    • Origin:

      Modern invented name

    • Description:

      This name, which entered the US popularity list in 2000, is a creative mix of Jay plus Savion, as in the dancer, Savion Glover.
  10. Giancarlo

    • Origin:

      Combination of Gian and Carlo, Italian variations of John and Charles

    • Description:

      In Italy, a common melding of two popular names, heard in the US as well.
  11. Rishi

    • Origin:

      Sanskrit

    • Meaning:

      "sage"

    • Description:

      A number of stylish Indian names are making their way to the US mainstream, including wise Rishi. In Hindu mythology, the Rishis are sages and seers; in modern times, Rishi Rich is a popular British-born musician and record producer and Rishi Sunak became Prime Minister of the UK in 2022.
  12. Nataly

    • Origin:

      Spelling variation of Natalie, French

    • Meaning:

      "birthday of the Lord"

    • Description:

      With Natalie and Natalia in the US Top 100, it is not a surprise for spelling variations to gain popularity. Nataly was given to nearly 300 baby girls in 2023 and was one of the fastest-rising girl names that year.
  13. Kayden

    • Origin:

      Variation of Caden

    • Description:

      More feminine than the male Caden, which came in at Number 192 in 2015. We still think Cadence is a prettier version of the "Kay-" group of names which are so popular at present.
  14. Kiley

    • Origin:

      Spelling variation of Kylie

    • Meaning:

      "boomerang"

    • Description:

      Kiley is one of the more reasonable of the Kylie variations, which also include Kilea, Kilee, Kileigh, Kili, Kilie, Kylee, Kyley, Kyli, ad infinitum. Despite its similarity to the popular Riley, the high ranking Kylie will ensure that this choice comes with spelling confusion. For our part, we'd rather people stuck with the original Kylie, especially seeing as that is a Noongar Aboriginal word.
  15. Kaeden

    • Origin:

      Spelling variation of Kaden or Caden

    • Description:

      Much less popular than more traditional spellings.
  16. Jayvon

    • Description:

      Jayvon appears to be a modern constructed name that likely developed as a variant spelling of Javon or as a combination of the popular 'Jay' prefix (which can derive from the letter 'J' or names like Jason or Jacob) with the '-von' suffix (potentially from names like Devon or Kevon). The name emerged in American naming records in the late 1980s and gained increased usage through the 1990s and 2000s. Jayvon exemplifies contemporary naming trends that favor distinctive spellings and combinations of recognizable name elements. The 'Jay' element appears in numerous modern American names, while the '-von' ending may relate to the French 'von' meaning 'of' or simply be chosen for its phonetic appeal and contemporary sound.
  17. Keagan

    • Origin:

      Spelling variation of Keegan

    • Description:

      While Keegan has been rising in popularity for a number of years, this variant spelling has dropped in the lists.
  18. Aditya

    • Origin:

      Sanskrit

    • Meaning:

      "belonging to Aditi"

    • Description:

      Aditi's seven children, Hindu Gods, are named Aditya.
  19. Jaydin

    • Description:

      Jaydin is a modern masculine name that emerged as a variant spelling of Jaden, itself a contemporary name that gained popularity in the 1990s and 2000s. The name may be related to the biblical name Jadon, meaning "thankful" or "he will judge," or could be a creative variation of names like Jade or Jay. The distinctive '-in' ending spelling variation reflects the trend toward unique spellings of popular names. Jaydin peaked in usage during the early 2000s, coinciding with the general popularity of similar-sounding names. The name has a contemporary, youthful quality that appeals to parents seeking modern options. While less common than Jaden or Jayden, this spelling variation offers a slight distinction while maintaining the recognizable sound.

  20. Madalyn

    • Origin:

      Variation of Madeleine, French

    • Meaning:

      "of Magdala"

    • Description:

      Madalyn is a variant of the French name Madeleine — one of several which have graced the US top 1000 in recent years.