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 | |
|---|---|---|---|
 |  Girl | Gold | |
| | Boy | Old and wise friend | |
| | Girl | Yahweh is gracious | |
| | Boy | Certainty; Lack of doubt | |
| | Boy | Defender; Assistant | |
| |  Unisex | A small inlet | |
| | Unisex | Madder red; To love; Messenger; Herald | |
| | Girl | Life | |
| | Unisex | Honeycomb; Honeysuckle | |
| | Unisex | Friendly; Affection; Beautiful; Cliff | |
| | Girl | Wisdom | |
| | Unisex | Descend; Flow down | |
| | Boy | Nobility; Son of Alex; Son of Alan | |
| | Boy | Noble; Powerful ruler; Ruler of all | |
| | Girl | Unique; Strong; Feminine | |
| | Girl | Helpful man; Defending man | |
| | Boy | Son of Alan; Son of Alexander; Noble; Honorable | |
| | Boy | Adorned; Beautiful; Radiant | |
| | Boy | Noble friend | |
| | Girl | Worker; Hopeful; Aspirational | |
| | Girl | Wolf; Light of God; Radiance; Brilliance; Brightness | |
| | Boy | One who is loving and caring | |
| | Girl | Mirror; Moving; Way; Sun course or path | |
| | Boy | Ruler; Leader; Gift of God | |
| | Unisex | God has reserved; God has set aside | |
| | Boy | Ruler; King; Unceasing; Vigorous; Brave; Whole; Great; Home ruler | |
| | Boy | Child; Lotus bud | |
| | Boy | Sinless; Pure; Perfect; Absolute; Flawless; Faultless; Complete; Lord Vishnu | |
| | Boy | Exalted; High | |
| | Girl | Anklet; Bangle; Adorned | |
| | Boy | Endless; Infinite; Eternal; Forever; Immortal | |
| | Girl | Lily; Rose; Lotus | |
| | Unisex | A port town in Somalia | |
| | Unisex | Heaven; Zeal; Ardor; Jealousy; Nobility | |
| | Unisex | Guest; Foreigner | |
| | Boy | Male; Manly; Brave; Virility; A variant of the name Andrew and Andreas | |
| | Unisex | Life of Zeus; Stranger; Hospitality | |
| | Boy | Uncontrolled; Unrestrained; Without Obstacles; Ungovernable; Grandson of Lord Krishna | |
| | Boy | The chosen one; Marked; Distinguished; Intelligent; Talented; Naughty | |
| | Girl | Noble; Son of Adam | |
| | Boy | Grace; Favor | |
| | Unisex | Dawn | |
| | Boy | My strength | |
| | Boy | Related to Greek god Apollo; Strength; Father lion; Father light | |
| | Boy | Redness | |
| | Unisex | To defend or help | |
| | Girl | Kind; Polite; Gracious; Pleasant; Gentle | |
| | Boy | Gifted; Intelligent; Wise; Reasonable | |
| | Unisex | Brilliant beauty; Bright and fair; Possessor of the moon | |
| | Unisex | Hope | |
| | Unisex | Downy-bearded | |
| | Girl | Father of exaltation; My father is joy | |
| | Boy | Prince; Commander; Prosperous; Substantial; Long-lived; Heavenly tranquility; Celestial; Graceful | |
| | Boy | Gift of God; My father is a gift | |
| | Boy | The best | |
| | Boy | Best; The Just; Superior; Noble | |
| | Girl | Pure; Chaste; Pious | |
| | Unisex | Favor; Grace | |
| | Girl | Beautifier; One who adorns; Saw; Awl | |
| | Girl | Love; Affection; Indigo; Friendly | |
| | Boy | A sort of kind or noble person | |
| | Girl | Living; Alive | |
| | Girl | Sky; Heaven; Loftiness | |
| | Boy | Army ruler | |
| | Unisex | Clean water | |
| | Boy | An honorable aristocrat | |
| | Boy | The crown honored us | |
| | Boy | From Arcadia | |
| | Boy | Normal; Regular; Ornament of God | |
| | Unisex | Exalted, Noble | |
| | Boy | High valor; Industrious; Eager; Blooming meadow | |
| | Girl | Joy; Happiness | |
| | Unisex | Silver; Shining; Bright; High mountain | |
| | Unisex | Open-minded; Gracious | |
| | Boy | Without grief | |
| | Boy | Ram | |
| | Boy | Sacred fig tree; Pipal tree; Strong; Powerful | |
| | Boy | Collector; Gatherer; Harvest; Forgiving | |
| | Boy | One who eats; To pass over; To overcome; From Hadria | |
| | Girl | Of the noble kind | |
| | Boy | Strong as a bear; Lion | |
| | Girl | From Hadria | |
| | Unisex | Free; Conscience; Honor | |
| | Boy | Old Friend; Honest; Just; Noble | |
| | Girl | Gift of Artemis | |
| | Boy | Exalted, Venerable, To increase | |
| | Boy | Noble Ruler; Speckled | |
| | Girl | Nourishing; Soul; Will helmet; Trustworthy | |
| | Boy | Tree | |
| | Boy | Good news | |
| | Boy | One who is special to have | |
| | Unisex | Evening, River | |
| | Unisex | Name of a Scottish island; High mountain; Exalted | |
| | Girl | Loved one; Cared for; Noble friend; Faithful | |
| | Unisex | Earna's settlement; Eagle's settlement | |
| | Girl | Light; Noble | |
| | Boy | Trade wind | |
| | Unisex | Princess; Noble helper | |
| | Girl | Defender of humankind | |
| | Unisex | Safe butcher; Greek goddess of hunting and wilderness | |
This list of top US baby names in 2021 offers several name choices. It includes everything from well-loved classics and trendy modern names to unique imports. Explore the list to discover a potential gem for your little one that might perfectly align with your desired qualities. While it’s tempting to choose a name just because it’s popular, aim for a name that resonates with you and would make your child stand out for a unique name.
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
References
- Popular Names in 2020.
https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/
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