#baby-names

#baby-names

In order for something to be considered a main character baby name, it needs to have charisma - to make your little one sound like they could easily front a band, run the board room, or star in the show.

Retro baby names evoke images of the '70s and '80s, offering a fresh alternative to both modern and overly vintage names.

Azriel, a name associated with the angel of death, saw over 800 baby boys named in 2024, showing the influence of romantasy on baby naming.

Every year, the Social Security Administration releases a hulking list of the 1,000 most popular names given to new babies the previous year.

"It's one of the first pope names in a while that's very trendy, compared to John and Paul and Benedict and Francis," says baby naming consultant Colleen Slagen.

As baby name consultant @dreambabynames points out in her TikTok recapping the new name data, Theodore rose three spots last year, indicating a significant influx of new Theos.

Aiden signifies strength and gumption; Ajani means "He who wins the struggle"; Asa translates to "healer"; Asher symbolizes happiness; Atlas stands for endurance; Caleb indicates whole-heartedness; Conrad, "brave counselor".

The name Finn was not one of the names that we were discussing with other people, but came back around because it was a serious contender for Elliotte's name. Considering we had to name four children with the same gender, we had to run it back to the archives, borrow one from a different child and that's what we did.

Parents are looking for fresh and stylish ideas regardless of the source... It's not about the fame, it's about the name.

"Popular baby names come and go out of fashion like every other trend. While certain names will always be considered staples, others simply become a relic of their time..."

The analysis of baby names from the Social Security Administration's database reveals that while some names like James and Elizabeth remain favored, others like Mildred and Ralph have faded away over time. This study highlights how naming trends evolve while certain classics retain their popularity through generations.

Names can carry significant weight in personal identity and societal perception. Recent data indicated that Muhammad has emerged as the top baby-boy name in England and Wales, highlighting a broader cultural shift as immigrant populations become more prominent in society.