Baby Names Lists & Trends
Looking for some name inspo? Browse through our curated name lists and articles about names and naming.
The French have always had an influence on American culture, from fashion to food to names! Here are the top trending French names in the United States. Which are your favorites?
Top French Boy Names
BERNARD – Bold as a Bear
ANDRE – Manly
MARC – War-like
BEAU – Handsome
MAURICE – Dark-skinned
LEON – Lion-like
MARCEL – Young Warrior
ARMAND – Army Man
LIONEL – Little Lion
DAX – Leader
Top French Girl Names
CHARLOTTE – Free
BELLE – Beauty
MARCELINE – Young Warrior
CORINNE – Maiden
NATHALIE – Born on Christmas Day
ANAÏS – Gracious, Merciful
SYLVIE – Forest
SIMONE – To be Heard
DENISE – Devotee of DIonysos
AMELIE – Hardworking
Top French Gender-Neutral Names
BLAISE – Lisping
DIOR – Present
BELLAMY – From the French “Bel Ami” meaning Good Friend
REMI/REMY – Oarsman, Remedy
SIDNEY/SYDNEY – Follower of St.
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Roman mythology is an ancient group of myths created by the Roman people. While the collection of myths do have their own unique qualities, the Romans borrowed heavily from not only Greek mythology but mythologies from other cultures as well, such as the Etruscans. → full article
Light has many positive associations, often related to the concept of morality. It has been used as a way to represent goodness, hope, purity, justice, and more. It’s no wonder that many people love the idea of a name meaning light! → full article
Want to know the top baby names for 2022 that are trending to date? Here is a list of the top boy, girl, and gender-neutral baby names of 2022 that are trending for the first four months of the year with commentary by BabyNames.com co-founder, Mallory Moss:
So far, the top most popular names of 2022 have yielded some shocking surprises…and some not so surprising, since we predicted them. → full article
If you’re a fan of musicals, here’s the name list for you! From classics such as Singin’ in the Rain to modern hits like Hamilton, there are so many character names to be inspired by. → full article
Different monarchies have existed all over the world for thousands of years. Royalty can include kings, queens, princes, princesses, emperors, empresses, and more! Below are 100 names that have been borne by members of royalty throughout history. → full article
Water is a fundamental aspect of life for all living beings on Earth. Beyond necessity, it also gives us immensely beautiful sights and many different forms of entertainment. From oceans, lakes, rivers, snow, and even mythology, there are a lot of different ways for water to inspire a name choice! → full article
When people think of Germanic names, often what comes to mind are examples such as Wolfgang or Heinrich. While those names are great choices, in reality there are many different Germanic names that will feel fresh! → full article
Following the European medieval period, the Renaissance era is considered to be from the 14th or 15th centuries to the 17th. It was a time of cultural, artistic, and political change and was focused on the concepts of rediscovery and progress. → full article
Shakespeare wrote the famous line “What is in a name? A rose by any other name would smell as sweet.” Old Will loved to use unique names and even created some of his own. → full article
Arthurian Legend is made up of a myriad of stories told throughout different eras and languages. These legends have been popular in Wales since before the 11th century CE, but became more popular elsewhere with Geoffrey of Monmouth’s Historia regum Britanniae written around 1135 CE. → full article
History is one of the best sources of inspiration if you’re looking for names that are uncommon but long established. Saints, an array of people from different eras and cultures, are an especially fun group of historical figures when it comes to their names. → full article
Outer space is a popular source for name inspiration. From constellations to moons, there are so many to choose from! You might have considered the more common Orion or Lyra, but there are some rare choices that are out of this world. → full article
Nordic baby names are on the rise! When it comes to Scandinavian names, people in the United States may still think of Ole or Nils that were common during the era when most immigrants arrived. → full article
Did you know that coffee is the second most popular drink in the world? (If you’re wondering, the first is water.) Coffee has become a natural part of many people’s lives. A daily cup of coffee provides more than just a boost of caffeine, it’s actually is packed with anti-oxidants, and various vitamins including potassium, magnesium, and riboflavin. → full article
