Boy Girl and Unisex Names for Future Kids

Annette is a French diminutive of Ann which was among the first wave of widely-used girls' names from France, now neglected for so long that it's almost starting to feel stylish again.

Beckett is one of the big baby name hits of the decade.

Benjamin is a biblical name that has enjoyed widespread favor for decades, ranking in the US Top 50 for almost half a century and the Top 10 from 2015 until 2023.

Brynne is a feminine name with Welsh and Irish Celtic origins. It's derived from elements meaning 'hill' or 'mound,' often interpreted as signifying strength and protection. Sometimes considered a feminine form of Brian or Bruno, or a variant of Brynn, the added 'e' gives the name a distinctly feminine touch while maintaining its strong Celtic character. Brynne gained moderate popularity in the United States during the 1990s and early 2000s, appreciated for its concise yet substantial feel. The name projects both strength and femininity, with its distinctive sound setting it apart from more common Celtic-inspired names. Parents often choose Brynne for its appealing combination of brevity, uncommon status, and connection to Celtic heritage, making it both traditional and contemporary.

In Greek myth, Circe, daughter of Helios, the sun, was a sorceress living on the island of Aeaea, who could turn men into animals with her magic wand, which is just what she did to Odysseus's crew in Homer's Odyssey, transforming them into swine. All was forgiven, however, as Circe and Odysseus later had a child together—Telegonus.

A spelling variant of Corinne, which ranked a little behind its sister spelling until the 1990s when it fell out of favor.

Eliana is a lilting, rhythmic choice, which has caught on in the US and other English-speaking countries. Currently popular in the UK, The Netherlands, Canada, and Brazil, it also makes the US Top 50 -- and the Top 10 if you count all spellings.

Elyse hasn't been heard much since the 80s, but it's beginning to be reconsidered as a possibIlity again, now that it's not so much seen as a Mom name, as it was in the TV show "Family Ties." A spelling variation of Elise, it's another variation of Elizabeth. Many parents today would opt for Eliza.

After decades of disuse, soft and feminine Evelyn has returned to the baby name stage in a huge way. It reached the Top 10 for the first time in 2017. Evelyn has now surpassed its former heights, joining a legion of contemporary little Evas, Avas, Eves, Evies, and Evelines.

Serene Irene, the name of the Greek goddess of peace and one of the most familiar Greek goddess names, was hugely popular in ancient Rome and again in the United States a hundred years ago.

Maddox, a previously obscure Welsh family name with a powerfully masculine image, suddenly came into the spotlight when Angelina Jolie chose it for her son in 2003. By the following year it was in the middle of the Top 1000, and it has risen since.

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.

Russian forms, like Russian supermodels, are hot these days. This is a strong, worldly way to make Nicholas new; it was chosen for his son by Barry Bonds, Jr. Nikolai also comes with several attractive nickname options, including approachable Nik, spunky Niko, or even hip Kai. A traditional nickname for Nikolai in Russia is Kolya.

Terina is a feminine name with multiple potential origins. It may derive from the Latin 'tener' meaning 'tender' or 'delicate,' or from Greek roots relating to 'terein' meaning 'to guard.' In some cultures, it developed as a diminutive form of Teresa. The name has appeared across various European cultures but has never been particularly common in English-speaking countries. Terina has a melodic, flowing quality with its three syllables and soft consonants. The name carries an elegant, somewhat exotic feel while remaining relatively easy to pronounce and spell. Though uncommon in contemporary usage, Terina offers a distinctive alternative to more popular names like Trina, Teresa, or Marina.