Chloe is a pretty springtime name symbolizing new growth. Though slightly off its peak in the Top 10 in 2010, Chloe still ranks in the Top 20 and is solidly a modern classic.

Grayson, which you might think of as a Jason-Mason substitute, has been rising through the US Top 1000 since 1984 and has ranked in the Top 100 since 2011.

Eva is a simple, classic Hebrew name for girls that recently slipped out of the US Top 100 for the first time in more than a decade. Pronounced either like her more popular sister Ava or less popular sister Eve, Eva is one of the elite group of girl names that mean life.

Damian has sidestepped its demonic horror movie overtones, leaving a basically friendly and charming Irish image. A well-used upper-class name in England, it is growing in popularity here.

Tatum is strong, distinctive, energetic, and recommended, especially if your last name is as congenial as O'Neal. The name is now used for both genders, with the balance running about two to one in favor of the girls.

Jackson is one of those names that's much more popular than you think, coming in near the top of our annual Playground Analysis, which ranks names by grouping all their spellings together. Last year, more than 13,000 baby boys were named Jackson -- along Jaxon, Jaxson, Jaxxon, Jaxen, Jaxyn, Jaxsen, and Jaxsyn -- which counted together makes it the Number 5 boys' name.

The sassy, steel magnolia appeal of Oscar-winning Reese (born Laura Jeanne—Reese is her mother's maiden name) Witherspoon has single-handedly propelled this formerly boys’ name into girls' popularity.

Shane ambled into the picture via the 1953 movie, adding a cowboy twist to its Irish essence. A variation of Sean with a hint of Shay and Zane, it is a popular choice in Ireland.

A lovely musical name (remember the old Eric Clapton-Derek & the Dominos song?), Layla's seen a significant surge in popularity, partly partly all names with a double L are stylish, and partly because all the forms of the name push it into the Top 15 for girls.

Sydney was a hot girls' name in the 1990s, but she's arguably still cool. One of the original old man names adopted for baby girls, Sydney's popularity may be down but she's not out.

Colton is a trendy two-syllable choice, with the popular 'on/en' ending.

With its cool -X ending, Jax is an update on the classic nickname Jack, likely inspired by the rise of Jackson. It garnered attention in the US thanks to the game, Mortal Kombat II back in the '90s, and was pushed up the charts when it was used in the show Sons of Anarchy, in which Jackson "Jax" Teller is the central character.

Kellan Lutz is the attractive young actor who plays Emmett Cullen in the Twilight series.

Short and sharp with a nature related meaning, Vance was trending upwards in recent years thanks to the musicians Foy Vance and Vance Joy. 2024 saw it take a downwards dip however, likely due to its association with the vice president, JD Vance, a controversial association which it might not recover from for a while. Time, however, will tell.

This pretty, international feminization of Matthew was chosen by Mira Sorvino for her daughter, Mattea Angel. As the Spanish Mateo and the Italian Matteo become more popular for baby boys throughout Europe, the English-speaking world, and the Americas, Mattea is sure to get wider recognition. And as Theo and Thea have become fashionable names, Teo and Tea are rising too.

Hot star Ashton Kutcher is pushing this unisex choice toward the boys' camp, but its variation Ashtyn is on the rise.

Appealingly boyish a decade ago, less so now.

Landin is a modern masculine name that has gained modest popularity since the early 2000s. It appears to be a variant spelling of Landen or Landon, names that originated from an English surname meaning 'long hill' or 'ridge.' The name has a contemporary sound while maintaining a connection to landscape-based naming traditions. The spelling with 'in' rather than 'on' or 'en' gives it a slightly distinctive quality while preserving the strong, masculine sound. Landin fits well with current naming trends favoring two-syllable boy names ending in 'n.' Its earthy origins and straightforward pronunciation make it appealing to parents seeking a name that sounds modern yet grounded.

Dylann is a feminine variation of the Welsh name Dylan, which means 'son of the sea' or 'born from the ocean.' This modern spelling with double 'n' creates a more feminine appearance while maintaining the name's Celtic roots. Though traditionally a boy's name, Dylann has gained popularity as a girl's name in recent decades, representing a trend of gender-neutral naming. The name carries connotations of free-spiritedness and natural beauty, evoking images of flowing water and coastal landscapes. As a contemporary choice, Dylann offers parents a name with ancient origins but a modern feel, appealing to those seeking something familiar yet distinctive for their daughters.