Nameberry: Baby Name Trends

Baby Name Trends 2026

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Baby name trends for 2026 are propelled by escapism and influenced by invented worlds, idealized pasts, and imagined futures. Discover 10 of our top trend forecasts for this year.

Ancient Roman Names For Modern Babies

Fri, 01 Aug 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Find out how the Romans really named their children — and which names from ancient Rome are making a comeback today.

Ancient Names for Babies

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Ancient Greek and Roman baby names are rising in popularity for modern babies.

The Lost Boy Names of 1880

Mon, 21 Jul 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Lum, Lyman, Lawyer: Hundreds of boy names popular in 1880 have been forgotten, except by us.

45+ Simple Yet Strong One-Syllable Boy Names

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 12:00:00 GMT

The best one-syllable boy names are short, strong, and stylish.

Black American Baby Name Trends

Thu, 19 Jun 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Guest author Summer Richardson shares insight into baby name trends among Black Americans today.

Pop Culture Influences Rising Baby Names

Thu, 15 May 2025 12:00:00 GMT

In a year where we consumed more media than ever before, pop-culture inspired names ruled for baby girls and boys.

Best New Names In The Top 1000!

Mon, 12 May 2025 12:00:00 GMT

We uncover the most promising new names in this year’s Top 1000, plus get the full list of new Top 1000 names to watch!

100 Unisex Names for Boys

Mon, 12 May 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Unisex baby names trending male don't get a lot of press, but they should! We've crunched the numbers to uncover 100+ cool unisex names heading further toward the boys' side.

Mom Names: the New Generation

Sun, 11 May 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Today's Mom Names are the Cool Girl Names of the 1980s and 90s. Is yours one?

Top Baby Names 2024 Revealed!

Fri, 09 May 2025 12:00:00 GMT

The top baby names of 2024 are here! See the new Top 10 names for girls and boys, along with the fastest-rising and fastest-falling names of the year.

Trending Names in the Southeast USA

Mon, 05 May 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Baby names in the Southeastern States stand out for their unique blend of tradition and creative modern style.

Top Nameberry Names Around the World Now

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Ever wondered what names are popular with Nameberry visitors in your country? We crunch the latest numbers to reveal the most viewed names around the world right now.

Trending Names in the Midwest

Thu, 10 Apr 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Our exclusive analysis shows the most popular names in the Midwestern US states, and the distinctive names used more here than anywhere else in the country.

The Baby Names That Should Be on Everyone's List

Mon, 24 Mar 2025 12:00:00 GMT

The names that should be on everyone's list for 2025 are the most stylish up-and-coming choices for the year ahead. We've identified 50 names — sourced from our Nameberry popularity charts, celebrity birth announcements, movies and television shows, and of course, our own intuition — that feel just right for 2025 babies.

Trending Names in the Southwest USA

Thu, 20 Mar 2025 12:00:00 GMT

If you know kids with these names, you might just live in the Southwestern States.

Modern Christian Names With Spirit and Style!

Fri, 07 Mar 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Contemporary Christian names go way beyond biblical classics. Get ready for symbols, place names, and strong spiritual word names — and many are unisex too.

Middle Name Trends 2025

Thu, 06 Mar 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Once used as placeholders, middle names have become a space for creativity and individuality. Today, parents use them to add contrast, meaning, or flair — making name combinations more distinctive than ever. We analyze the top middle names and middle name trends today.

Mardi Gras Names: Let The Good Times Roll!

Mon, 03 Mar 2025 12:00:00 GMT

A parade of names celebrating the fun and pageantry of the New Orleans carnival, and all things Louisiana. Laissez les bons temps rouler!

Names Trending in the American West

Thu, 27 Feb 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Which names are more popular in the Western United State than the rest of the country? We analyzed the latest data to find stylish, quirky Western favorites.

Baby Name Trends 2025

Mon, 27 Jan 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Baby name trends for 2025 are influenced by social media, fast fashion, and a global sensibility that extends beyond our own world. Discover 10 of our top trend forecasts for this year.

The Most Popular Baby Names of the Future

Thu, 16 Jan 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Get out your crystal ball! We're predicting the most popular baby names of 2035. We see Top 100 shake ups, unexpected newcomers and fast-falling favorites in the future.

Wild Names You'll Hear a Lot More Of

Thu, 09 Jan 2025 12:00:00 GMT

What are the eyebrow-raising choices of today that have the potential to become the popular names of tomorrow? We analyzed our site statistics from the past six months to identify 15 outlandish baby names currently trending upwards in a big way.

Babyberries: Class of 2024!

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 12:00:00 GMT

2024 is coming to a close, and it is time to celebrate the year's cohort of wonderfully named Babyberries, born to our very own Nameberry users. Find out what the most popular names were among Berry parents this year and what naming trends were most in style. Also, join us in welcoming the most recent Babyberries, born this fall!

Nameberry's Top Names of 2024

Thu, 12 Dec 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Exclusive data analysis reveals the names most loved by our readers this year!