Picking the perfect baby name is a difficult task - with so many adorable monikers out there (and many that you have instantly vetoed) it can take a very long time before you settle on the right one. And with so many lists to look at - from TV and film inspired baby names, to lucky baby names, and even food and drinks themed baby names - things can get more than a little confusing!
So if you're wondering what other parents have chosen for their bundles of joy so far this decade, take a look at some of the interesting data from Nameberry.
By analysing the national data of the most popular baby names from 2020 and 2021, they have revealed which baby names have staying power - and which are expected to decline in popularity before the decade is out.
However, what you might be interested in knowing is which monikers they expect to gain in popularity over the next few years...
Popular baby names for girls by 2030
- Alani
- Alina
- Athena
- Eloise
- Iris
- Maeve
- Margot
- Oakley
- Sienna
- Sloane
Popular baby names for boys by 2030
- Ace
- Atlas
- August
- Beau
- Luka
- River
- Rowan
- Theo
- Walker
- Weston
The research also determined which names are already proving popular this decade, with the familiar favourites - Olivia, Emma and Charlotte - still topping the list, and Liam, Noah and Oliver taking the top spots for the boys.
However, there are some monikers which are expected to dwindle out in the coming years.
Despite their current popularity, girls names like Anna, Ariana, Caroline, Everleigh, Genesis, Nevaeh, Peyton, Piper, Samantha and Serenity are expected to drop down the list.
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For the boys, you'll probably be seeing fewer babies named Adam, Austin, Carson, Connor, Dominic, Hunter, Jaxson, Jeremiah, Jordan and Xavier.
What do you think of the predictions?
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The Most Popular Names of 2024 So Far
This doesn't come as much of a surprise—Olivia, Charlotte, Liam, William, Noah and Ava have consistently made their way into the Social Security Administration's Top 10 Baby Names list for the past few years. Many of these picks were also Babylist Babes' most used names of 2023.
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The Most Popular Names of 2024 So Far
This doesn't come as much of a surprise—Olivia, Charlotte, Liam, William, Noah and Ava have consistently made their way into the Social Security Administration's Top 10 Baby Names list for the past few years. Many of these picks were also Babylist Babes' most used names of 2023.
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What names will be popular in 2030? ›
Popular baby names for girls by 2030
- Alani.
- Alina.
- Athena.
- Eloise.
- Iris.
- Maeve.
- Margot.
- Oakley.
Unique Boy Names by Meaning
- - Acacius: Greek, meaning "innocent, not evil"
- - Angus: Gaelic, meaning "one strength"
- - Aurelius: Latin, meaning "the golden one"
- - Blaise: French, meaning "to lisp, stammer"
- - Brave: English, meaning "brave"
- - Cato: Latin, meaning "all-knowing"
- - Clement: Latin, meaning "mild, merciful"
When it comes to the most popular baby girl names, the top spots have been pretty steady for a while now. Just a few names — Olivia, Emma, Charlotte, Amelia and Sophia — have pretty much held rank as the top baby girl names for a decade, if not more.
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Rare Baby Girl Names
- Perach.
- Phanie.
- Salomi.
- Megara.
- Caliste.
- Lune.
- Zixuan.
- Darana.
The top five fastest rising female names in 2023 are:
- Kaeli.
- Alitzel.
- Emryn.
- Adhara.
- Azari.
According to a 2023 study, Muhammad is the most popular first name in the world, with an estimated 133,349,300 people bearing the name. Maria comes in second place with 61,134,526 people, followed by Nushi with 55,898,624.
What will be the most popular names in the future? ›
Top baby names of 2024
| Girls | Boys |
|---|
| 1 | Olivia | Noah |
| 2 | Emma | Liam |
| 3 | Amelia | Oliver |
| 4 | Sophia | Elijah |
96 more rowsLiam and Olivia are still the most popular baby names in the U.S.—but Mateo is rising. Olivia and Liam were the most popular names for girls and boys in 2023, just as they have been in each of the last five years.
What is the most common name in the last 100 years? ›
The following table shows the five most frequent given names for male and female babies born in each year 1923-2022. Over the last 100 years, the male name Michael has held the top spot most often (44 times), while the female name Mary has been ranked number one 33 times over those years.
What will be big in 2030? ›
By 2030, expect lightning-fast internet, essential for AI demands. Wireless low-power networks, 6G cellular, Wi-Fi 6 and 7, low-Earth orbit satellites, and more. While it won't technically be “zero latency”, it will be as close as it can get.
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Top baby names of 2024
| Girls | Boys |
|---|
| 1 | Olivia | Noah |
| 2 | Emma | Liam |
| 3 | Amelia | Oliver |
| 4 | Sophia | Elijah |
96 more rowsMeaningful Baby Girl Names
- Darlene: English — Darling; loved one.
- Della: German — Noble; bright.
- Diana: Latin — Moon goddess.
- Eleanor: Greek — Bright, shining one; sun rays.
- Ella: English — Light; beautiful fairy woman.
- Eva: Hebrew — Life.
- Farrah: Arabic — Happy.
- Faye: French — Loyalty; confidence; trust; belief.
