Baby Name Trends

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!

Color names, either flat-out color names like Blue or names with colorful meanings like Aurelia, are more and more popular. But do you know the secret meaning behind the color that's behind the baby name you love?

The celebrity baby name trends of 2023 offer a glimpse of future name trends across America. See what was hot with the stars this year and what we can expect to see at the top of the popularity charts in years to come.

New parents — those who haven't spent much time around today's babies — may not be up on today's trending boy names. Take a look at some of the most unexpectedly trendy boy names in the US right now.

How do you avoid choosing the top baby name of the future? Crystal balls at the ready! Here are our five top tips for predicting the future popularity of your favorite names.

What is the next wave of old lady names coming into style? We take a look at the coolest choices right now and see what's coming up next for the future.

You read them, we rank them. Take a peek at the hottest names with parents-to-be right now, led by Luxury (really?) and Royal.

The Nameberry editorial team shares their predictions for fast-rising baby names of 2024 — including nature names, pop-culture-inspired choices, gender-neutral names, and some truly surprising picks.

A deep dive into the explosion of names rhyming with Aidan in the 21st century.

We're only four years into the decade, but what are the top names of the 2020s so far? We crunched the numbers to find out.

We crunched the numbers to reveal the modern baby names most likely to get that “His name’s what?!” reaction from Grandma. These names were all given to over 1000 babies last year, but were entirely absent from the charts three decades ago.

Our exclusive analysis shows which popular names you're most likely to meet in the Midwestern US states, from Aurora to Wyatt.

Contemporary Christian names go way beyond biblical classics. Get ready for symbols, place names, and strong spiritual word names — and many are unisex too.

Which rare names are destined to become America's next top baby names? The Nameberry team predicts the top baby names of the future from names currently given to fewer than 20 babies.

Want a name the whole world will fall in love with? Our exclusive analysis reveals the names that rank higher now than ever before. Popular and rare, classic and unique, they're in the prime of their lives.

Cottagecore baby names embrace the vintage, wholesome aesthetic of the cottagecore movement. See our picks for the most bucolic names.

Jessica and Michael lead the list of names that define the Millennial Generation.

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.

Which baby names are you most likely to find in the American South? Discover the most distinctive Southern gems, from Magnolia and Mary to Kingston and Karter.

Ancient Greek and Roman baby names are rising in popularity for modern babies.

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.

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.

Guest author Summer Richardson shares insight into baby name trends among Black Americans today.

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.

Gender-neutral names are getting so popular these days that we see dozens of rare and unique unisex picks finding new favor with parents.