Baby Name Popularity News

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.

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.

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.

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

British and American parents' favorite names are similar, yet oh so different.

The top baby names 2023 have arrived! Find out the new Top 10 boy and girl names UK.

The top city baby names in the US are different from the top names in the country and distinct from each other.

Is "Trendiest Untrendy Names" an oxymoron? These rising but rare names defy conventional naming patterns — perfect for the most fashion-forward parents.

Gender-Neutral names are used in equal numbers for girls and boys. Using the latest data, we've calculated which names qualify as gender-neutral today.

The most defining names of our modern era went from obscurity to mainstream status in record time! We explore the trendiest names of the 21st century — those that were completely unheard of pre-2000 but now rank in the Top 1000.

What goes up must come down! Names like Charli and Atticus, Phoenix and Jackson — which once seemed destined for the top of the charts — have reached an apex and are now sliding in the rankings. We look at all the names that have recently passed their peaks.

What are the top unisex names where you live? We reveal the most popular names used for both boys and girls in every US state. Some states are in line with national favorites Logan and Avery, while others go their own unique way.

Names and trends across the English-speaking world are similar in some ways — and very different in others! We take a closer look at the quirkiest local favorites in cities around the world.

Looking for a cool boy name that's not too masculine? These names are both unisex and rare, going beyond gender and standing out in their own right.

If you've always wanted to name your daughter Olivia or Sophia or Charlotte, only to see your favorite name ruined by its rise to the top of the popularity list, we have a solution. Or rather, 100 of them.

Analysis of the Reddest and Bluest baby names reveals unexpected trends that challenge the usual political stereotypes of Democrats and Republicans. The Reddest names buck convention with a nod to Americana, while the Bluest names embrace global traditions.

Say hi to Grandpa Brendan and Grandma Brittany!

Astrology names are inspired by the zodiac signs, the planets, and the four elements. And your zodiac sign can offer insight to your naming style. Whether you believe it's written in the stars, or it's just a bit of fun, astrology can be a great starting point for finding a baby name.

Beyond popular nature-inspired choices like Lily and River, Mother Nature has an abundance of beautiful rare names.

What makes a name classic? At Nameberry, we took on the challenge of making the qualifications of a classic measurable. Find out here if your favorite names make the cut.

Through the years, from Barbara Lou to Barbie, dolls' ID tags have said a lot about name trends.

Longtime Nameberry forums member Leah S. shares her annual deep dive into the fastest rising and falling baby name trends. Read more about what sounds were hot (or not) in the most recent US data.

If you want to use a popular nickname like Ellie or Joe, there are more options for full names than you might think.

Which names are stylish parents-to-be considering right now? All is revealed in our Top 100 most viewed names of the year so far.

Unisex names are more complex than you'd think! We take a deep dive into the data to reveal the top unisex names with a totally different gender balance in the US vs UK.