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.
Sun Apr 21 2024
10 Baby Name Trends 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.
Thu Apr 18 2024
O Boy! The Best Boy Names Ending in O
Boy names ending in O have include plenty of cool options in every style, from Arlo to Zeno.
Tue Apr 16 2024
Top Nameberry Names Around the World Now
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.
Mon Apr 15 2024
Ancient Roman Names For Modern Babies
Find out how the Romans really named their children — and which names from ancient Rome are making a comeback today.
Tue Apr 09 2024
100 Best Sci-Fi Names for Children
Can science fiction names work in this world too? You bet. Many of our favorite characters have wonderful names, whether classic or modern, that have inspired parents and even kicked off trends. Here are our top 100 sci-fi names for your little intergalactic hero(ine).
Sun Apr 07 2024
Short Names: the Ultimate Guide
Short names pack a lot of punch into just a few letters. Here are nine different styles of mini-name to consider, whether you're more into John, June or Jax.
Fri Apr 05 2024
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.
Sat Mar 23 2024
Fairy Tale Names Cast Magic Spell
Looking for a baby name with an extra bit of enchantment? Consider one of these unique baby names from fairy tales.
Fri Mar 22 2024
Baby Names As You've Never Seen Them Before
Name data is beautiful! From around the internet, here are some of our favorite graphics, maps and animations showing baby name trends over the years.
Mon Mar 18 2024
250+ Best Girl Names A-Z
Wondering where to start naming a baby girl? Check out our top picks for each letter of the alphabet. From evergreen classics to modern trendsetters, we've got all the inspiration you need.
Fri Mar 15 2024
Old Money Names That Will Make You Feel Rich
Old money names are quirky and historic choices that are so out of style, they're actually in. These names will make you feel like you come from the upper echelons— whether or not you actually have old money.
Tue Mar 12 2024
100 Unisex Names for Boys
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.
Mon Mar 11 2024
1930s Names Making a Comeback
What names are in line to be the next to be revived? Following the 100 Year Rule, we look at the names that peaked in the 1930s to find the best candidates for resurrection.
Wed Mar 06 2024
The Baby Names That Should Be on Everyone's List
The names that should be on everyone's list for 2024 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 2024 babies.
Sun Feb 25 2024
“Bo” Names are Booming
From Bodhi to Beaumont, this is one of the hottest sounds in baby names. The best news? There's a Bo name for every style and popularity level.
Sat Feb 17 2024
Kindercore Names Evoke Nostalgia
Kindercore names harken back to childhood, referencing beloved characters we all grew up with. We explore this new trend, as seen in recent celebrity babies Bambi, Cosmo, and Malibu Barbie.
Tue Feb 13 2024
Mardi Gras Names: Let The Good Times Roll!
A parade of names celebrating the fun and pageantry of the New Orleans carnival, and all things Louisiana. Laissez les bons temps rouler!
Sun Feb 11 2024
40 Names That Mean You Live on the West Coast
Which names are more popular on the West Coast than the rest of the US? We analyzed the latest data to find stylish, quirky West Coast baby names that the rest of the country should know about.
Sun Feb 04 2024
French Names You'll Want To Borrow Now
Discover the hottest names in France right now, plus rare gems you may want to add to your list.
Wed Jan 31 2024
Boy Names for Girls Reach New Heights
Ever met a girl named Ezra? It's more common than you might think. Parents are increasingly using boy names for girls — we crunch the latest numbers.
Sat Jan 27 2024
200+ Baby Names With Great Meanings
Names with great meanings have never been more appealing than they are right now. We've rounded up 200+ of the best baby names meaning love, light, hope and more.
Tue Jan 23 2024
Hipster Baby Names Are So Uncool, They’re Cool
Hipster baby names are unusual, trend-defying choices that get style points for just how quirky or out of style they are. In 2024, we're ushering in a new generation of names that qualify.
Fri Jan 19 2024
Unique Middle Names You Didn't Even Know Were Names
Middle names are a safe space to have fun and let your imagination soar. Take a look at some of the quirky and unique middle names used by celebrities and non-famous parents alike. We bet you didn't even know some of them could be names!
Mon Jan 08 2024
Top Baby Names by Letter Through the Ages
Let's take a look at the most popular names for each letter across the past four generations: from the great-grandparents of babies born today to the names filling kindergarten rosters in 2024 and beyond.
Fri Dec 29 2023
Babyberries: Class of 2023!
2023 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 in the second half of the year!