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Baby Name Trends

What baby names are coming into style and what name trends do we predict for the months and years ahead? Baby name trends and predictions are Nameberry's specialty, and here's where you'll find all our news on the subject. For more research on name trends and data on name popularity, visit our Unique Names page or browse Nameberry's up-to-the-minute lists of popular girl names and popular boy names.

Baby Name Trends: The Top Baby Names of 2024
Tue Sep 26 2023

Baby Name Trends: The Top Baby Names of 2024

Baby name trends for 2024 reflect parents' values, aesthetics, and identities, coinciding with a society-wide shift in parenting. Discover 10 of our top trend forecasts for the year ahead.
Cottagecore Baby Names Turn Back the Clock
Tue Sep 19 2023

Cottagecore Baby Names Turn Back the Clock

Cottagecore baby names embrace the vintage, wholesome aesthetic of the cottagecore movement. See our picks for the most bucolic names.
How Millennial Is Your Name?
Mon Sep 18 2023

How Millennial Is Your Name?

Jessica and Michael lead the list of names that define the Millennial Generation.
80+ Woodsy Names for Boys That Will Make You Want to Have a Son
Wed Sep 06 2023

80+ Woodsy Names for Boys That Will Make You Want to Have a Son

One part cottagecore, one part cowboy — woodsy names for boys are the next big thing. Read all about the incoming wave of rugged, romantic, nature-inspired boy names.
60 Southern Baby Names With Charm And Style
Thu Aug 31 2023

60 Southern Baby Names With Charm And Style

Which baby names are you most likely to find in the American South? Discover the most distinctive Southern gems, from Magnolia and Mary to Kingston and Karter.
Ancient Names for Babies
Sun Aug 27 2023

Ancient Names for Babies

Ancient Greek and Roman baby names are rising in popularity for modern babies.
Astrology Names: The Ultimate Guide
Tue Aug 15 2023

Astrology Names: The Ultimate Guide

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.
Creative Family Names Honor Loved Ones
Fri Jul 28 2023

Creative Family Names Honor Loved Ones

Modern parents are looking for creative family names to honor their loved ones. How do you find a name that is stylish, unique, and meaningful? We have ten tips in our ultimate guide to creative family names.
Black American Baby Name Trends
Sun Jul 16 2023

Black American Baby Name Trends

Guest author Summer Richardson shares insight into baby name trends among Black Americans today.
Quirky Favorite Baby Names in 10 Top Cities
Fri Jul 14 2023

Quirky Favorite Baby Names in 10 Top Cities

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.
50 Rare Gender-Neutral Names Heating Up
Mon Jul 03 2023

50 Rare Gender-Neutral Names Heating Up

Gender-neutral names are getting so popular these days that we see dozens of rare and unique unisex picks finding new favor with parents.
What's a Classic Name?
Sun Jul 02 2023

What's a Classic Name?

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.
Spanish Nature Names Soar Beyond Luna
Tue Jun 27 2023

Spanish Nature Names Soar Beyond Luna

Move over Luna, here are our picks of the best Spanish nature names of 2022.
Lilting Girl Names Lift the Spirits
Sat Jun 24 2023

Lilting Girl Names Lift the Spirits

Double-L-syllable girl names are light and lilting. Lily and Layla are much-loved, and there are many other la-la-lovely options if you're looking for something different.
New Study Shows Climate Impact on Baby Names
Mon May 29 2023

New Study Shows Climate Impact on Baby Names

Nature-related baby names are a huge trend across the board right now. But did you know that the climate actually influences the type of nature names American parents are choosing for their children?
The Most Popular Baby Name Endings of 2022
Sat May 27 2023

The Most Popular Baby Name Endings of 2022

Feel like you know a lot of boys with -son names, or girls ending in -ley? They're America's top baby name name endings. Discover what else is popular, and what to avoid if you're looking for a name with a distinctive sound.
Spanish Names Trending in the US
Thu May 25 2023

Spanish Names Trending in the US

Spanish is the second language of the USA, and beautiful Spanish baby names feature prominently on the US charts. We look at the hottest Spanish names and trends in the US right now.
Top Baby Names 2022: The Playground Analysis
Mon May 22 2023

Top Baby Names 2022: The Playground Analysis

The Playground Analysis groups popular names according to their sound and then ranks the groups instead of the individual spellings. By listing all variant spellings together, we can reveal the top names you're *really* most likely to hear on American playgrounds.
Pop Culture Influences Rising Baby Names
Mon May 15 2023

Pop Culture Influences Rising Baby Names

In a year where we consumed more media than ever before, pop-culture inspired names ruled for baby girls and boys.
Mom Names: the New Generation
Sun May 14 2023

Mom Names: the New Generation

Today's Mom Names are the Cool Girl Names of the 1980s and 90s. Is yours one?
Best New Baby Names in the Top 1000
Sat May 13 2023

Best New Baby Names in the Top 1000

We break down the most promising new names in this year’s Top 1000, plus get the full list of new Top 1000 names to watch!
Top Baby Names 2022 Announced!
Fri May 12 2023

Top Baby Names 2022 Announced!

The top baby names of 2022 are here! See the new Top 10 names for girls and boys, along with the fastest-rising and fastest-falling names of the year.
Initial Names: From AJ to Zee
Thu May 04 2023

Initial Names: From AJ to Zee

Names made from initials are fun, informal nicknames, and they can go straight onto the birth certificate too. Find out which initial names parents are using, plus fun hidden-initial names like Casey and Evie.
O Boy! The Best Boy Names Ending in O
Sun Apr 30 2023

O Boy! The Best Boy Names Ending in O

Boy names ending in O have include plenty of cool options to suit every style, from Arlo to Zeno.
Soft Boy Names Are Sensitive And Strong
Mon Apr 24 2023

Soft Boy Names Are Sensitive And Strong

Soft boy names are the antidote to the hyper-macho names that have been trending in recent years. The new softer sound in male names reflects society's changing perception of masculinity.