Baby Names

Names I love for my future children
  1. Autumn
    • Origin:

      English
    • Meaning:

      "autumn"
    • Description:

      Crisp and colorful, Autumn is the most popular season name now — the only one in the Top 100 in recent years — with Autumn's coolness only surpassed by Winter. Jennifer Love Hewitt named her daughter Autumn James.
  2. Briar
    • Origin:

      English
    • Meaning:

      "a thorny patch"
    • Description:

      Fairy-tale memories of Sleeping Beauty inspire some parents—such as Rachel Bilson and Hayden Christensen—to call their daughters Briar Rose. But Briar plus a different middle name might work even better. It's one of the newly popular nature-word names, charting in the US for the first time in 2015 for both genders.
  3. Cortana
    • Description:

      Cortana is a feminine name that gained recognition primarily through popular culture. Most famously, it was used for the artificial intelligence assistant character in Microsoft's Windows operating system and the Halo video game series. The name was derived from 'Curtana,' the ceremonial sword of mercy in British coronation ceremonies. In the Halo universe, the character was named after this sword, giving the name associations with both intelligence and strength. While rare as a given name before its technological associations, Cortana has attracted interest from parents drawn to its melodic sound and modern connections. The name has a futuristic quality balanced with a classical structure, appealing to those seeking a name that blends contemporary technology with historical references.
  4. Gianna
    • Origin:

      Italian, diminutive of Giovanna or feminization of Gianni, forms of John
    • Meaning:

      "God is gracious"
    • Description:

      The Italian Gianna undoubtedly owes much of its popularity in the US to its status as an honor name for John. Before the importation of Gianna, there was no truly workable feminine form of John, so Gianna found widespread favor among American parents with Italian roots and far beyond.
  5. John
    • Origin:

      Hebrew
    • Meaning:

      "God is gracious"
    • Description:

      John reigned as the most popular of all boys' Christian names for 400 years, from the time the first Crusaders carried it back to Britain until the 1950s. Then American baby namers finally seemed to tire of this straight-arrow, almost anonymous John Doe of names, replacing it with fancier forms like Jonathan and the imported Sean and Ian.
  6. Kameron
    • Origin:

      Spelling variation of Cameron, Scottish
    • Meaning:

      "crooked nose"
    • Description:

      With its on-trend K initial, this spelling variation of Cameron gives a nod to the likes of Kashton, Kayden, and Kaizen, while still maintaining the softer sounds and unisex feel of the original Scottish form. Currently in the US Top 500, it is given to around 810 boys each year.
  7. Kelsie
    • Description:

      Kelsie is a feminine name that emerged as a variation of Kelsey, which originated as an English surname derived from place names meaning 'Ceol's island' or 'ship's victory'. This spelling variation gained popularity in the 1990s and early 2000s as parents sought softer, more distinctly feminine versions of unisex names. Kelsie presents a youthful, friendly quality with its ending 'ie' sound, which gives it a more overtly feminine touch than the original spelling. The name peaked in popularity around 1995 in the United States but has since declined, making it less common for newborns today. Kelsie evokes a sense of approachability and warmth while maintaining a modern feel. The name balances familiarity with uniqueness, being recognizable without being overly common.

  8. Laicee
    • Description:

      Laicee is a feminine name representing a modern, creative spelling variation of Lacey, which originated as an English surname derived from a place name in Normandy, France. The name ultimately comes from Gallo-Roman 'Lassi,' likely referring to a person from Lassy. This contemporary spelling with 'ai' and double 'e' emerged as part of the trend toward unique name spellings in the early 21st century. The name carries associations with delicacy and intricacy through its connection to lace fabric. While less common than the traditional Lacey spelling, Laicee offers a distinctive visual identity while maintaining the familiar, pleasant sound that has made Lacey appealing to parents seeking names that are feminine but not overly frilly.
  9. Leah
    • Origin:

      Hebrew
    • Meaning:

      "weary"
    • Description:

      Strong but sweet, Leah is a classic name that doesn't feel dull or dusty. It's got plenty of dignity, grace, and pluck, making it a solid choice in the 21st century.
  10. Lorelei
    • Origin:

      German
    • Meaning:

      "alluring, temptress"
    • Description:

      The lovely Lorelei, a name from old German legend, was a beautiful Rhine River seductress whose haunting voice led sailors to hazardous rocks that would cause them to be shipwrecked. And this siren image clung to the name for ages.
  11. Mackenzie
    • Origin:

      Scottish
    • Meaning:

      "son of Kenneth"
    • Description:

      Originally inspired as by eighties TV actress Mackenzie Phillips, parents since have flocked to Mackenzie for their daughters. Now a staple All-American choice, Mackenzie has ranked in the US Top 1000 for nearly 50 years.

      Mackenzie originates from the Scottish surname which itself an anglicized form of the Gaelic Mac Coinnich. Coinnich is one of the original Gaelic forms of Kenneth meaning "handsome, beautiful, comely".
  12. Micah
    • Origin:

      Hebrew
    • Meaning:

      "who is like the Lord"
    • Description:

      The bright, playful Micah feels like the middle ground between the safe, solid qualities of Michael and the flair and energy of Luca. Both Biblical and stylish, Micah is proving popular among parents today.
  13. Nicholas
    • Origin:

      Greek
    • Meaning:

      "people of victory"
    • Description:

      Nicholas is derived from the Greek Nikolaos, a name that evolved from the components nikē, meaning "victory", and laos, "people." It shares origins with Nike, the name of the Greek goddess of victory. Nicholas is also a New Testament name that is well-used in literature, such as in Dickens's Nicholas Nickleby.
  14. Reagan
    • Origin:

      Irish
    • Meaning:

      "little king"
    • Description:

      A strong, straightforward Irish unisex surname, with a merry glint in its eye, Reagan has been leaping up the popularity lists, to become one of the top girl names starting with R. Some will inevitably link it to President Ronald, but spell it Regan and it's a Shakespearean name: a daughter of King Lear.
  15. Rylee
    • Origin:

      Spelling variation of Riley, Irish
    • Meaning:

      "courageous"
    • Description:

      This substitute spelling of Riley has been popular with parents for a decade. Rylee entered the charts in 1994, and is solidly within the Top 200 for the last 2 decades. Ryleigh is another spelling that has gained significant popularity.
  16. Samantha
    • Origin:

      Hebrew, feminization of Samuel
    • Meaning:

      "told by God"
    • Description:

      The origins of Samantha are not entirely clear, although it is commonly thought to be a feminization of Samuel with the suffix derived from the Greek anthos, meaning "flower." Samantha has been in English-speaking use since the eighteenth century, particularly in the American South, and drew attention via Grace Kelly's Tracy Samantha Lord character in High Society, featuring the song "I love you, Samantha."