Whether you’re becoming a parent for the first time or even the fifth time, it is always such a significant and meaningful occasion. There are so many things involved to make sure that everything goes according to plan and without a problem. One important detail that all parents are very serious about is deciding what to name the new baby. There is an endless amount of names to choose from, to the point that it can become overwhelming to expecting parents. For this reason, we’ve decided to list some names that are bound to be popular this year, and for good reason! These are gorgeous names.
Ava
Ava is such a beautiful name for a girl, wouldn’t you say? It is actually a variation of the name Eve. Some say it is a short form of the name Chava which is the Hebrew version of Eve’s name, meaning ‘life’ or ‘living one’.
Ava
Madison
Did you know that Madison was originally an English surname? Nowadays, it is mainly a given name, but it took a while until it got to that point. The best part about this lovely name is that it works for both males and females!
Madison
Ethan
Ethan is a male given name that originates in Hebrew. It means firm, strong, and long-lived. In fact, the name Ethan appears in the Hebrew Bible eight times. Throughout the years it has become more and more popular, especially in Australia and the United States.
Ethan
Amelia
Amelia is actually a blend of two medieval names: Emilia and Amalia. It has a couple of translations. In Latin, Amelia means ‘industrious’ and ‘striving’. In Teutonic, it translates to ‘defender’. Currently, Amelia is a relatively popular female name, and it seems to be increasing in popularity more and more each year.
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Charlie
Charlie is a great name for both males and females. It comes from the name Charles and is mostly used in English-speaking countries. From 2015, Charlie has become more popular for girls in the United States despite the fact that it originated as a boys name.
Charlie
Emilia
Like Amelia, Emilia originates in Latin, translating to ‘rival’ and ‘industrious’. This name can be found all over Europe as well as the Americas. Many times people also reference Emilia as the Italian version of the English name, Emily.
Emilia
Stella
Another beautiful name originating from Latin and Italian, Stella means ‘star’. Simple and sweet, don’t you think? It’s a feminine name that will definitely become more popular this year! There are already many famous women with the name Stella, like the well-known fashion designer, Stella McCartney.
Stella
Bella
A lovely female name, Bella is related to the Italian and Latin words for beautiful. In French, Belle does translate to ‘beautiful’. Bella can also be used as a nickname for Isabelle or Elizabeth. It’s a very versatile name.
Bella
Abby
Abby is a nickname for the Hebrew name Abigail. It is another name from the Hebrew Bible. The name translates to ‘my father’s joy’ in Hebrew. Abby is a great female name, both as Abigail and as Abby.
Abby
Ella
Ella is a name that comes from Greek mythology. Ella was the daughter of Athamas and Nephele. In addition, the name Ella has two different meanings in Hebrew. It means a tree indigenous to the Middle East, and it also means ‘goddess’ in modern Hebrew.
Ella
Oscar
The name Oscar originates from either Irish or Old English. It’s a very popular male name in Sweden, especially in recent years. In Irish, Oscar means ‘deer-loving one’ since ‘os’ means ‘deer’ and ‘car’ means ‘loving’. In Old English, the name translates to ‘spear of God’ as ‘os’ means ‘spear’ and ‘gar’ means ‘spear’. How cool is that?
Oscar
Delilah
Another Biblical name, Delilah is a gorgeous name from the Hebrew Bible. In Hebrew, Delilah translates to ‘she dwindles’. Over the years, this name has shed its Biblical image which led to its rising popularity.
Delilah
Violet
Violet is a female name that comes from the violet flower. Throughout the years, its popularity went through stages. From 1880 until about 1910, flower names were used a lot in the United States. Over the following 80 years, flower names were used less and less. In 1990, the name made a comeback and began increasing in popularity again.
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Max
Originating from Latin, Max can be short for two names: Maxwell and Maximilian. Maximilian means ‘greatest’ and Maxwell means ‘great spring’. Nowadays, many people use Max as a name of its own instead of a nickname, and it has been rising in popularity.
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Grace
Grace is another name with two meanings. In Latin, Grace is associated with ‘God’s Grace’, and Greek mythology ties it with ‘beauty’, ‘blossom’, and ‘joy’. However you look at it, Grace is a beautiful name for a baby girl!
Grace
Ruby
As you can probably guess, Rudy comes from the name of the gemstone. In Latin, ‘ruber’ means ‘red’ which is how the gem got named in the first place. In addition, the ruby is the birthstone for the month of July. The name became popular for girls in the late Victorian Era and has since made a comeback.
Ruby
Felix
Felix originated from the Latin words ‘Felix’ and ‘felicis’, meaning ‘happy’ or ‘lucky’. It’s a strong male name that has been rising in popularity in recent years. Not only is it wonderfully unique, but it’s also meaningful!
Felix
Lila
Lila has a few origins. Latin, Hindi, and Persian languages all have the name Lila and they all mean ‘night’. It’s more unique than Lily and still just as beautiful and meaningful. It’s sure to be very popular this year!
Lila
Emma
Emma comes from the Germanic word ‘ermen’ which means ‘whole’ or ‘universal’. Originally, it was a short form of Germanic names that began with ‘ermen’, but over time Emma became a name on its own. It was introduced in England by Emma of Normandy, and since then it became popular in England and later in other countries as well.
Emma
Sam
Sam is short for the Hebrew name Samuel. A Biblical name, Samuel means ‘name of God’ or ‘God has heard’ in Hebrew. As a Christian name, Samuel came into common use later on, in the 16th century.
Sam
Pearl
While Pearl is normally used as a girl’s name, it can be used for a boy as well. As you can guess, it comes from the English word for the gem that is found in a shelled mollusk. Pearls are very popular in jewelry making and are associated with innocence and modesty.
Pearl
Asher
Asher is a Jewish boy’s name that came from the Hebrew Bible. Jacob’s eighth son was named Asher. The name means ‘happy’ and ‘blessed’ in Hebrew. Nowadays, Asher is becoming more popular again in the United States.
Asher
Henri
Henri originated from the German name Heinrich which means a ruler of an enclosure. When the name became more popular in England, Harry became the pet name for it. However, after some time, Harry became its own name and Henri is now regarded as a separate name.
Henri
Leo
Latin for ‘lion’, Leo is rather popular as-is, but we think it’ll gain even more attention this year. A lot of early saints and popes were named Leo. In German, Leo is short for Leon or Leopold, which mean ‘brave people’.
Leo
Noah
Another Hebrew Biblical name, Noah comes from the words ‘rest’ and ‘repose’. As you may know, Noah is the figure in the Bible who built the ark to prepare for the flood. Another meaning in Hebrew can be ‘to comfort’.
Noah
Matilda
Currently popular in Scandinavian countries, Matilda means ‘might’, ‘strength’, and ‘battle’ in Old High German. Essentially it translates to ‘mighty in battle’. As it turns out, Matilda is making a comeback. The name has been gaining popularity in Europe.
Matilda
Evelyn
An English name, Evelyn means ‘desired’. More commonly used for girls, this name was originally used as a surname. Over time, however, it became more and more popular as a given name. Some say it is a combination of the names Eve and Lynn.
Evelyn
Scarlett
Derived from an old English surname, Scarlett began as a referral to a person who sold scarlet cloth. After the novel Gone with the Wind became a best-seller, Scarlett had a significant boost in popularity. In 2014, it was one of the most popular names for girls in the United States.
Scarlett
Chase
Chase is another name that was a surname originally. It meant ‘dweller at the hunting ground’, which was derived from the Old French word ‘chasser’ that meant ‘to hunt’ and ‘to chase’. Over time, Chase has gained more popularity, especially in the States.
Chase
Luca
Luca comes from another name, Lucius, that originates in Latin from the root lux which means ‘light’. However, there are people who believe that Luca comes from the Greek name Loukas which was a contraction of Loukanos – a man from Lucania.
Luca
Olivia
Olivia has a charming, timeless and universal appeal, and it’s the type of name that will never go out of style. The name actually is derived from the Latin word ‘olivarius’, meaning olive tree and was popularized by Shakespeare in his play, The Twelfth Night. Recently it has become uber-trendy again and its popularity has soared in the baby naming game. Olivia is also an emblem of peace, meaning “extending an olive branch”.
Olivia
Sophia
Sophia is another graceful and stylish name with a regal ring to it. It actually climbed to the top of the baby charts in nine countries in 2018. The beautiful and exotic-sounding name is Greek for ‘wisdom’ and was commonly used by European royalty in the Middle Ages. The name has other variants like Sophie and Sofia and was made even popular by Hollywood starlets like Sophia Loren. In recent years, the Disney animated series, Prince Sophia has become a worldwide phenomenon and helped plunged the name even higher up the name game.
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Caden
Caden first found popularity in the 1990’s, but really climbed to the top of the trend-setting lists in 2019. The name is actually rooted in a few cultures, including the Arabic word ‘Kadin’ meaning friend or companion and the Welsh word Caden, meaning ‘spirit of battle’. Caden can now be used for both boys and girls, and has spurred many offshoot names, such as Cayden, Caiden, Kaeden, Kayden and Kaden.
Caden
Liam
Short for William, Liam has jumped into a league of its own it the baby naming stakes. The name has Irish roots and was gradually adopted as a mainstream English name. Now Liam has gone global, first hitting the top five in the US in 2013. It’s credibility soared in recent years thanks to a few iconic stars, like the Oasis frontman Liam Gallagher and One Direction’s Liam Payne.
Liam
Lucas
Lucas gained it luster from the Latin word ‘Lux’, which means ‘light’ and the Ecclesiastic Greek names, Loukas, Loukanos or Lucania. Lucas also has romantic roots and was popularized across Europe, throughout many Mediterranean and then Spanish-speaking countries. The name has a cool and commanding ring to it and really stands out from the crowd. It became more fashionable again in recent years, especially with the likes of High School Musical’s Lucas Grabeel and many sports and acting personalities.
Lucas
Mia
This chic and super-cute name is one of our all-star favorites and has a memorable, Spanish ring to it. Mia is a derivative of Maria and rooted in a few cultures. In Latin languages like Italian and Spanish, Mia means ‘my’ or ‘mine’ and it also has Scandinavian and German origins. In the 1960’s, Mia was popularized by iconic stars like Mia Farrow, but it really shot to the next level of in recent years, with little sign of slowing down. Whilst there are already many famous actresses and TV personalities called Mia, we’re sure the next generation of budding stars will be filled with this cute name.
Mia
Isabella
Another royal name with a romantic and feminine twist is Isabella. The name is a derivative of Elizabeth, which means “devoted to God” in Hebrew and has other variations like Isabeth, Isabeau, Isobel, Isa, Bella and Izz. Isabella became fashionable in the middle ages, spreading throughout Italy, Spain, France, Portugal, Hungary and England, especially in royal circles. Recently, Isabella has spiked in popularity, and is set to become one of the most trendiest names for 2019.
Isabella
James
James is one classic, cool and regal name that has clearly managed to stand the test of time. The stylish name is rooted in the Bible and is a popular choice for British royalty. Interestingly, there have also been six US Presidents called James. The traditional name also became pop-culture cool, after the likes of James Bond and James Dean. Although it is a traditional boys name, it’s also becoming a trendy name for girls, especially after Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively both named their daughters, James.
James
Mason
In the past, Mason was a traditionally an English occupational surname, meaning ‘king of the hill’ or ‘worker in stone’. In recent years it has shot to stardom again, taking the number 2 spot in the charts in 2011 and retaining its popularity ever since. After the likes of Kourtney Kardashian, Cuba Gooding Jr and Melissa Joan Hart all named their sons Mason, the name became even more fashionable.
Mason
Imogen
Imogen is a classy, beautiful and memorable girl’s name which is rooted in the Celtic word for “maiden”. The name became fashionable in Shakespeare’s time but it has really made a comeback in recent years and has been topping the charts in England. Imogen is a popular choice for stylish parents and jumped in the the limelight again after artists like Imogen Heap. We’re predicting name is set to blow up even more this year.
Imogen
Charlotte
Another elegant, vintage and regal name that has enjoyed a big comeback recently is Charlotte. The name is rooted in the French word for ‘free man’ and has for a long time been a pop culture staple. The classic name was often fashionable in royal circles, like the 18th Century Queen Charlotte Sophia and popularized by writers like Charlotte Brontë. The name is still a trendy choice on many shows today and many celebs like Chelsea Clinton, Dylan McDermott, Colin Hanks, and Sarah Michelle Gellar and Freddie Prinze Jr have all named their girls Charlotte.
Charlotte
Oliver
As the male counterpart for Olivia, the name Oliver has also jumped to the top of the baby charts recently. The classic name is also rooted in the Latin word for ‘olive tree’, and symbolizes peace and fruitfulness, just like Olivia. The name was fashionable from the middle-ages right through to Oliver Twist and has been a mainstream choice in England, Australia and New Zealand. However, the stylish name has seen a big boost globally in recent years, with many celebs like Bridget Fonda, Fred Savage, Stephen Stills, and Taylor Hawkes all opting to call their boys Oliver.
Oliver
Jacob
Jacob is another biblical name that has seen a trendy comeback with stylish parents. The name is rooted in the Hebrew word meaning “supplanter” and many parents choose Jacob or the nickname Jake because the name sounds honest and warm. The name also has a cool appeal has been plunged into the limelight even more after the worldwide Twilight phenomenon.
Jacob
Amara
Amara has a unique, romantic and stylish ring to it and has fast become one of the trendiest names on the charts. The name originates from many cultures, like Sanskrit and Mongolian, and Amara is the Italian, Greek, African word for “grace or bitter”. The name is even more popular in ethnic communities like African-Americans and Hispanic-Americans and we’re sure this isn’t the last we’ll hear of this beautiful name.
Amara
Aria
Aria is a graceful and melodic name that’s leaped to the top of the list in recent years. The name is traditionally a girl’s name in Hebrew and in Italian it literally translates to ‘air; song or melody’. Aria has also been popularized in TV culture, with characters on Pretty Little Liars, and the heroine in Game of Thrones named Arya, which we’re sure helped it become even more of a trendy choice.
Aria
Silas
Silas is a pretty unique and unusual name, which also has biblical roots and in Latin it means ‘wood or forest’. The name was used in previous centuries, but recently it has become uber-trendy again, especially after celebs like Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel called their sons Silas.
Silas
Chloe
The name Chloe is another firm favorite for 2019. The name has Greek origins, meaning ‘young green shoot’, and is another name for the Greek goddess of fertility, so symbolizes ‘new growth’. The classic name has become even more fashionable with trendy parent’s circles in recent years. The name has also become synonymous with style, especially after the launch of the French fashion brand Chloe and actresses and style leaders like Chloe Sevigny.
Chloe
Esme
Esme is an exotic, memorable and beautiful girl’s name, which means ‘esteemed, beloved or emerald’ in both French and Persian cultures. The unique and charming nature of the name, means it has become a favorite with parents looking for something with a more exotic or distinctive ring to it. It has also become a trendy celebrity name, with the likes of Samantha Morton, Michael J. Fox and Katey Sagal all calling their daughters Esme.
Esme
Milo
Milo is a classic name that has been topping the trend-lists in 2019. In German, the word translates to ‘soldier or merciful’ and the name has been synonymous with many strong characters in popular books like Catch-22. The trendy name has also shot to the top of the hottest celebrity baby choice list, with many like Ricki Lake, Camryn Manheim, Sherry Stringfield, Liv Tyler, Craig Ferguson, and Alyssa Milano calling their sons Milo.
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Finn
Finn is a traditional Irish name, which literally translates to ‘white or fair’. The name was popularized in Irish mythology by the super cool character, Finn McCool, and there were many King Finns in Ireland like Eber or Ceaarmna. In pop-culture, there have been many protagonists named Finn in movies like Star Wars and shows like The Sopranos and Glee. Though it’s traditionally a boy’s name, Finn has recently become uber-trendy girl’s name too, as more and more parents looking for unique, hip and distinctive names for their children.
Finn
Hannah
Well it does seem the Bible is the new black – as another beautiful biblical name topping the baby lists in Hannah. The name has Hebrew origins, and means ‘grace’ or ‘favor’ and is also rooted in other languages like Arabic, European and Asian. The classic name jumped into the limelight in recent years, especially after the TV teen sensation Hannah Montana. It is also a popular choice for characters on shows like 13 Reasons Why and the hit TV series Girls. This classic, soft and gentle name seems to be another favorite for 2019 that will never go out of style.
Hannah
Isla
Isla is another traditional and old-fashioned name that has broken out into the mainstream in recent years. The exotic name has Scottish and Spanish roots and is another word for ‘Island’. The name has been popular in certain areas of the UK, but has became even more fashionable globally now. One of the most iconic people with that name is the flame-haired actress Isla Fisher. Isla is also a Harry Potter character and and it’s become so trendy that the Queen’s great-grand-daughter was named Isla Elizabeth Phillips.
Isla
Maya
Maya has a beautiful, exotic and mystical ring to it and literally means ‘illusion, spring or brook’. The name has Hebrew origins and is a traditional Hebrew girl’s name. Maya is also rooted in Greek, Central American and Spanish cultures, and was seen as the ‘goddess of Spring’ or ‘earth mother’ in Roman mythology. The exotic name has climbed in popularity globally and some of the most memorable Maya’s include the famous author Maya Angelou and the performer Maya Rudolph. Celebrities like Uma Thurman and Ethan Hawke have also jumped on the trend and named their daughter Maya.
Maya
Riley
Riley is another popular Irish name is becoming a trendy choice for both boys and girls. In Ireland, the name was a traditional girl’s name, meaning ‘courageous’ and it was also a popular Irish surname. The traditional name has become super-trendy for both genders in the last few years, with US soccer players like Riley Odoms and many young actresses like Riley Voelkel and pop singers like Riley McDonough emerging on to the scene.
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Aiden
Aiden is another feisty Irish name for boys, which literally translates as ‘little and fiery’. The name has become more fashionable in the US in recent years as many Americans have been adopting traditional Irish names. Aiden has also spawn many variations like Ayden, Aydin and even Kaden or Hayden. There are now many famous Aidens, like the actor Aidan Quinn or English presenter Aiden Grimshaw, and we’re sure there are many budding young Aidens ready to carve their names in the stars in the future.
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