Top Baby Names In USA For 2021

Discover the most trendy and classy names of 2021.

Naming trends in the US show slight changes every year. Top US baby names in 2021 showed that parents prefer names that are not just meaningful and traditional but relevant in modern times. They preferred names with a rich background but also a contemporary sound. Owing to this change in preference, unconventional names saw a pique in interest and rose in the popularity charts.

The classic favorites Olivia (peace) and Emma (universal) stayed at the top of the list as parents continued to shower love on these timeless names. Alongside them, the popularity list also highlighted unique and trendy choices like Nora (light) and Scarlett (the color scarlet), which also gained significant attention. For boys, Liam (protector) and Noah (to rest) stayed right up at the top of the list, while more unconventional choices like Grayson (son of a gray-haired person) and Connor (lover of wolves) also won the affection of parents. Below is a list of the most popular names in the US, based on the official SSA data (1). Look for a stylish and trendy name for your little one.

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Name		Gender	Meaning
Aurelian		Boy	Golden; Gilded
Zarianna		Girl	Golden; Dawn; Star
Arad		Unisex	An angel; Bronze
Arda-Name:-Ultimate-Guide-To-Pronunciation,-Meaning,-And-More		Boy	Marker; Stake; Descendant; Scepter; Bronze
Aletta-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Ultimate-Guide		Girl	Winged; Nobility; Kind
Alika		Girl	Defender or helper of the people; Most beautiful
Artemus-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-What-You-Need-To-Know		Girl	Follower of the goddess Artemis; Safe
Yanelis		Unisex	God is gracious
Alleigh		Girl	Dweller by the wood clearing; Noble
Axe		Boy	My father is peace; Hatchet
Yena		Unisex	Bright; Thriving; Graceful; Delicate; Because of
Alura-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-History,-And-5-Adorable-Nicknames		Girl	God-like adviser; Allure
Amaal		Girl	Hopes; Aspirations
Zoraya-Name-Origin,-Meaning-&-History:-Comprehensive-Guide		Unisex	Dawn
Arris-Baby-Name-Meaning:-Pronunciation,-Popularity,-And-More		Unisex	From Hadria
Arslan		Unisex	Lion; Absolute fearless; Gladiator; Brave
Balian-Name-Guide:-Origin,-Meaning,-Popularity-&-More		Boy	Made of honey; Big brother; Son of Bali
Arson-Baby-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-Popularity-&-Variations		Unisex	Virile
Ameris		Girl	Love; Yahweh has said
Barak		Boy	Blessed; Lightning
Amicia		Girl	Dearly loved; Beloved; Friend
Aiyah-Name:-Pronunciation,-Meaning-&-22-Unique-Insights		Boy	Love; Respect; To hold in great esteem and honor
Adaia		Unisex	God's ornament; God's witness
Ammara		Girl	One who builds; One who lives a long life; Thrive; Grace; Immortal
Bence		Boy	To conquer
Adelai-Baby-Name:-A-Comprehensive-Guide-For-2025		Unisex	Noble; Noble kind
Anala-Name:-3-Key-Insights-Into-Origin,-Meaning-&-History		Girl	Fiery; Fire
Analiese		Girl	Grace; Favour; My God is an oath
Berel:-Complete-Guide-To-Pronunciation,-Popularity,-And-Meaning		Boy	Bear
Berkeley		Boy	Birch clearing
Alinea-Baby-Name:-Pronunciation,-Meaning-&-Popularity-Guide		Girl	Of Magdala; Torch; Corposant; Moon
Birch		Boy	Birch tree
Avant		Unisex	Before; Front
Anina		Girl	Grace; Favor
Annasophia-Name:-Meaning,-History,-Pronunciation-–-Guide		Girl	Grace; Favor; Wisdom
Annaya		Girl	The end; Care; Protection; God answers
Belal		Boy	Wetting; Moistening
Boyce		Boy	One who lives next to or in the woods
Alayha		Unisex	Upon her; Sublime
Arena-Baby-Name-Meaning,-History-&-Popularity-Guide		Girl	Sand; Moon; Torch; Corposant
Bretton		Boy	From Brittany or Britain
Brevin		Boy	A modern name that is invented and has no specific meanng
Blanton		Boy	Dweller at a homestead at the end or on a point
Anam		Boy	God's blessing; Gift of god; Blessed
Basel		Boy	Brave; Royal; Chivalrous; Divine gift
Amary		Unisex	One who lives a long life; One who builds
Brydon		Boy	Salmon; Thief; Broad clearing; Hill; High; Might; Power
Asami		Girl	Beautiful hemp; Morning beauty; Beautiful morning
Buchanan		Boy	House of the Canon
Ashani-Baby-Name-2025:-Complete-Meaning-&-Popularity-Guide		Girl	Thunderbolt; Flash of lightning
Burak		Boy	Lightning
Calixto-Name-Meaning:-Guide-To-Origin,-History,-And-Popularity		Boy	Most beautiful; Chalice
Calvert		Boy	Calf herder
Can		Boy	Soul; Life; Darling
Areesha		Girl	Built structure; Shade; Shelter; Throne
Anely		Unisex	Graceful; Charming; Elegant
Caz-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-Popularity-And-Cute-Nicknames		Boy	To destroy; Peace; World; Vigilant
Chavez		Boy	Golden; Yellow-haired
Breckon		Unisex	Habitational name
Cheveyo-Name-Guide:-Pronunciation,-Meaning-&-Popularity		Boy	A warrior
Avneet		Girl	Kind-hearted; Empathetic
Christoph:-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Origin,-Meaning-&-History		Boy	Bearer of Christ
Araina		Unisex	Queen; Peace
Aylee		Girl	Torch; Moon; The other Aenor
Briston		Unisex	A settlement or farmstead near to a landslip
Areya-Baby-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Popularity-&-Variations		Unisex	Air; Melody; Noble
Berit		Girl	The exalted one; Help; Save; Rescue
Cori-Name:-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History-Complete-Guide		Boy	Cauldron; Curly-haired; Maiden
Atiya		Boy	Gift; Sky
Bina		Girl	Knowledge; Bee
Aubriel		Boy	Elf ruler
Corvus		Boy	Raven
Arriana		Unisex	Most holy
Briah-Name-Meaning,-Popularity-&-Numerology:-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Hill; Power; High; God is my strong man
Cosimo		Boy	Order; Decency; Universe
Aryel		Unisex	Lion of God
Calcifer:-Origin,-Meaning,-And-Unique-Baby-Name-Insights		Unisex	To calcify; Limestone; To bring
Cowen		Boy	Twins; Hillside indent; Born from the yew tree; Born lucky
Aviona		Girl	Bird-like; To breathe; To live
Dace		Boy	God's gift
Ayanah		Girl	Beautiful flower; Wildflower; Innocent
Canelo		Unisex	Cinnamon tree
Dagen		Boy	Small sword; Dagger; Someone who made rapiers; Warrior
Calissa		Girl	Most beautiful
Avea-Baby-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Popularity-&-Pronunciation		Unisex	My father is Yahweh
Carolyne		Girl	Free man; Man; Army; Song
Avianne		Unisex	To live; To breathe
Cece		Girl	Blind
Connar		Boy	Desiring wolf
Cope		Unisex	Cape; Cloak
Bibi:-Complete-Guide-To-Origin,-Meaning,-Variants-&-Popularity		Girl	The exalted one; Help; Bean; Wife; Voyager; Hostess; Day; Rain
Corin-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-History,-And-Key-Insights		Boy	Spear; Mountain herb; Maiden
Courtlynn		Girl	Short nose; A French place name
Blen-Baby-Name:-Popularity,-Pronunciation-&-Complete-Guide		Unisex	Enlightenment; To shine brightly
Corinthian		Boy	Hailing from the ancient city of Corinth in Greece; Place of the horn and rich pastures
Daisie		Girl	Day's eye
Dalal-Name:-Your-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-More		Girl	Fondness; Patience; Liking; Partiality
Courage		Unisex	Strength to face fear; Bravery
Cris		Boy	Follower of Christ; Anointed
Dhven-Baby-Name:-Pronunciation,-Meaning-&-What-You-Need-To-Know		Boy	Devotional; Spiritual; Religious; Pious; Sacred

Infographic: Nature-related Names Popular In 2021

Nature-inspired names carry a refreshing simplicity that ties individuals to the natural world, evoking a sense of peace and calm. These names often symbolize growth and strength. The infographic below highlights some of the most popular nature-related names that parents in the US have cherished over the years.

Illustration: Momjunction Design Team