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.

80+ Woodsy Names for Boys
Wed Sep 18 2024

80+ Woodsy Names for Boys

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.
Back to School Names
Thu Sep 12 2024

Back to School Names

School is back in session, and here are the names filling today's classrooms...and yesterday's.
Cottagecore Baby Names Turn Back the Clock
Tue Sep 03 2024

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.
Plural Names: The Best New Baby Name Formula
Fri Aug 30 2024

Plural Names: The Best New Baby Name Formula

The hottest new formula in baby naming, inspired by Jack Blue Bieber: Take a singular noun, add an S, et voila! See our tips for creating plural names and the trendiest plural names right now.
Quirky Favorite Baby Names in 10 Top Cities
Fri Aug 23 2024

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.
Unique Unisex Names for Boys
Sun Aug 18 2024

Unique Unisex Names for Boys

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.
Astrology Names: The Ultimate Guide
Thu Aug 08 2024

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.
Rare Bible Names for Boys
Tue Aug 06 2024

Rare Bible Names for Boys

Rare Biblical boy names have never been hotter! A new study crunches the numbers, and we pick the 20 coolest unusual Bible names for boys right now.
Ancient Names for Babies
Wed Jul 31 2024

Ancient Names for Babies

Ancient Greek and Roman baby names are rising in popularity for modern babies.
What's a Classic Name?
Mon Jul 15 2024

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
Thu Jul 11 2024

Spanish Nature Names Soar Beyond Luna

Move over Luna, here are our picks of the best Spanish nature names of 2024.
Doll Names: The History of Doll Names Through the Decades
Wed Jul 10 2024

Doll Names: The History of Doll Names Through the Decades

Through the years, from Barbara Lou to Barbie, dolls' ID tags have said a lot about name trends.
What Were The Hottest Sounds of 2023?
Tue Jul 09 2024

What Were The Hottest Sounds of 2023?

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.
Lilting Girl Names Lift the Spirits
Sat Jul 06 2024

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.
Creative Family Names Honor Loved Ones
Tue Jul 02 2024

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.
Most Popular Baby Names 2024 So Far: Mid-Year Edition
Sun Jun 30 2024

Most Popular Baby Names 2024 So Far: Mid-Year Edition

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 Across the Atlantic
Fri Jun 28 2024

Unisex Names Across the Atlantic

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.
50 Rare Gender-Neutral Names Heating Up
Mon Jun 24 2024

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.
Younger Parents Most Adventurous Baby Namers
Wed May 29 2024

Younger Parents Most Adventurous Baby Namers

What are the most popular baby names by maternal age? We analyse our exclusive site statistics, plus international and state-specific data, to investigate how age influences our naming style.
Vintage 1920s Names Sound New Again
Mon May 27 2024

Vintage 1920s Names Sound New Again

Vintage names popular a century ago are coming back into style. Discover which names are already back, which are up-and-coming, and a few we don't think will ever return.
The Most Popular Baby Name Endings of 2023
Sun May 26 2024

The Most Popular Baby Name Endings of 2023

Feel like you know a lot of boys with -son names, or girls ending in -ana? They're America's top baby name name endings. Discover more trending endings, and what to avoid if you're looking for a name with a distinctive sound.
Spanish Names Trending in the US
Fri May 24 2024

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.
Initial Names: From AJ to Zee
Sat May 04 2024

Initial Names: From AJ to Zee

Names made from initials like AJ, Gigi, and even Casey are fun, informal nicknames, and they can go straight onto the birth certificate too. Find out which initial names are most popular!
10 Baby Name Trends of 2024
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.
O Boy! The Best Boy Names Ending in O
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.