Top Names I Love

Baylor's 2014 ascension to the US Top 1000 for boys is probably thanks to its fashionable two-syllable, r-ending, occupational surname feel. Think of it as Taylor with a twist.

Charlottie is a feminine name that appears to be an elaborated form of Charlotte, adding a diminutive '-ie' ending for a more endearing quality. Charlotte itself derives from the masculine name Charles, ultimately from Germanic origins meaning 'free man.' Charlottie carries the distinguished heritage of Charlotte but with a more playful, affectionate sound. This variant spelling has remained exceptionally rare throughout naming history, never appearing in popular name rankings. While Charlotte has enjoyed widespread popularity across different eras, Charlottie has maintained its status as an uncommon variant. The name has a vintage, somewhat Victorian feel that might appeal to parents seeking a traditional name with a slightly different flair than the more common Charlotte.

Ellis is a former Old Man Name turned gender-neutral choice for the 21st century. It's one of the less used names in the currently popular El-family.

A sweet Bobbsey-twin era nickname, fluffy and floral.

Lydia is one of the first place names, after an area of Asia Minor whose inhabitants are credited with strong musical talent great wealth. Always among the US Top 1000 girl names, Lydia is a quietly fashionable classic.

This adorable cross cultural name updates Naomi and offers an accessible Japanese option. The Scandis were the first to contract Naomi to Nomi, once again being ahead of the trend. Nomi strikes the right balance by being distinctive without seeming strange.

Paxton stands out from a lot of other two-syllable surname names for two reasons: the dynamic letter X in the middle, and its admirable peace association, providing the great nickname Pax.