Baby Names: Trending, Unique & Timeless Picks for Your Newborn

Discover the most popular, meaningful, and AI-predicted baby names of 2026 - curated for modern parents.

Top 300 Baby Names of 2026

Based on SSA data, cultural trends, and AI analysis - see which names will dominate nurseries this year.

Mateo

Spanish form of Matthew meaning "gift of God." Has a melodic quality with strong cultural roots.
Gender
Boy
Heritage
Spanish
Style
Cultural

Connor

Irish name meaning "lover of hounds" or "wolf lover." Strong yet approachable with Celtic roots.
Gender
Boy
Heritage
Irish
Style
Modern

Dominic

Latin name meaning "belonging to the Lord." Has religious significance through St. Dominic.
Gender
Boy
Heritage
Latin
Style
Classic

Avery

English name derived from Alfred meaning "ruler of the elves." Originally a surname that has become a popular first name.
Gender
Unisex
Heritage
English
Style
Modern

Raven

English bird name symbolizing mystery and intelligence. Has a bold, distinctive quality.
Gender
Girl
Heritage
English
Style
Nature

Claire

French name meaning "clear" or "bright." Simple yet sophisticated with a timeless elegance.
Gender
Girl
Heritage
French
Style
Elegant

Iris

Greek name meaning "rainbow." In Greek mythology, Iris was the goddess of the rainbow and messenger of the gods.
Gender
Girl
Heritage
Greek
Style
Mythological

Elliot

Hebrew name meaning "the Lord is my God." Has a scholarly, distinguished quality.
Gender
Boy
Heritage
Hebrew
Style
Classic

Austin

English contracted form of Augustine meaning "great" or "magnificent." Has a friendly, approachable quality.
Gender
Boy
Heritage
English
Style
Modern

Quinn

Irish surname meaning "counsel" or "wisdom." Has a strong yet gentle quality with unisex appeal.
Gender
Unisex
Heritage
Irish
Style
Modern

Nicholas

Greek name meaning "victory of the people." Has religious significance through St. Nicholas.
Gender
Boy
Heritage
Greek
Style
Classic

Charlotte

Feminine form of Charles meaning "free man." Associated with royalty through Princess Charlotte of Cambridge.
Gender
Girl
Heritage
French
Style
Royal

Athena

Greek name from the goddess of wisdom and strategic warfare. Strong and feminine with mythological significance.
Gender
Girl
Heritage
Greek
Style
Mythological

Eloise

French name derived from Louise meaning "famous warrior." Has literary connections and a sophisticated sound.
Gender
Girl
Heritage
French
Style
Vintage

Nina

Spanish short form of names ending in "nina" or Russian short form of Anna. Has an international appeal.
Gender
Girl
Heritage
Spanish/Russian
Style
Classic

Mason

English occupational name meaning "stoneworker" or "builder." Conveys strength, craftsmanship, and reliability.
Gender
Boy
Heritage
English
Style
Strong

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