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
Hooriya		Girl	Maiden; Nymph; A maiden woman with beautiful eyes
Glorious		Unisex	Radiant; Triumphant; Wonderful
Hypatia		Girl	Highest; Supreme
Eymen-Name-Origin-And-Meaning:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	More fortunate; Lucky; Blessed; Righteous; Right-handed
Erhan		Boy	Brave leader; Soldier king
Gold		Unisex	Precious metal; One who worked with gold; One with yellow hair
Ibtihal		Girl	Supplication; Prayer
Eze		Boy	King; God will strengthen
Endy		Unisex	Mysterious; Compelling
Ezechiel		Boy	God will strengthen
Engel-Name-Meaning:-24-Fascinating-Facts-&-Naming-Ideas		Unisex	Angel
Ernan		Boy	Understanding; Intelligent; Iron
Esmael		Boy	God hears
Harshini		Boy	One who brings happiness
Faaiz		Boy	Victorious
Eries		Unisex	Son of Lot; Long tail; Cherry Tree
Intisar-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Pronunciation,-Popularity-&-More		Girl	Triumph; Victory; Revenge
Hava-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Complete-Guide		Boy	To breathe; To live
Irhaa-Name-Origin-And-Meaning:-A-Complete-Guide-For-Parents		Girl	To make calm; To tranquilize
Falah		Boy	Success; Prosperity; Well being; Salvation
Fardeen		Boy	Protector of the good and pure people
Farhaan		Boy	A merry man
Isioma-Name-Meaning,-Origin-&-Pronunciation:-A-Complete-Guide		Girl	Good luck
Farley		Boy	Fern clearing
Farooq		Boy	One who knows the difference between right and wrong
Fatih		Boy	Conqueror
Hasini		Unisex	Smile
Fawkes		Boy	One who is like a falcon
Fawzan		Boy	A victorious and one of success
Ezhaan		Boy	Gift from God; One who follows God's rules
Hawi		Unisex	Hope; Good luck
Fawzi		Boy	Triumph
Faysal		Boy	One who is a judge
Euro		Unisex	Gold
Feivel-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-Origin-&-Popularity		Boy	Bright; Pure
Izla		Girl	Name of a river
Feliks		Boy	A lucky and successful man
Heart-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-Origin-&-History		Unisex	Heart
Izora		Girl	From Isauria; Gift of Isis; Dawn
Femi		Boy	God loves me
Fen		Boy	Peace; Fragrance; Aroma; Perfume; Strive; Exert
Humayra		Boy	Reddish complexion; Rosy-cheeked
Fernandez-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-Origin-&-History		Boy	Son of Fernando; Peace; Daring
Faizon		Boy	Successful
Heizel		Unisex	Hazel tree; Light brown color
Festus		Boy	Festive; Full of joy; Holiday
Idalie		Girl	Work; Labor
Ezel		Unisex	Past eternity; Departure
Jahniya		Girl	God is gracious
Flinn		Boy	Son of a Flann; Red; Ruddy-colored
Hinsley		Unisex	Solitary clearing; Secluded meadow or woodland; Someone living alone or in a secluded place
Floki		Boy	Tuft of hair; Outspoken man
Hoda		Girl	Right guidance
Fariz		Boy	Grouping; Separation
Fortunato		Boy	Fortunate; Blessed; Happy
Fouad		Boy	Heart; Soul
Franck		Boy	Frank; Frenchman; Spear
Insha		Girl	Creation; Composition; Construction
Ifra		Unisex	Prestige; Elevation; Sublime
Fuller		Boy	Cloth worker; A fuller of cloth
Ikram		Unisex	Honor; To be generous
Ilayah		Unisex	Precious; Divine
Jamilia		Girl	She who is chaste
Gabor		Boy	God is my strong man; Man of God; Champion of God
Janaki		Girl	Daughter of Janaka; Goddess Sita
Gabrian		Boy	God is my strong man; Man of God
Janani		Girl	Mother; Giver of life
Gallagher		Boy	Son of Gallchobhair; Descendant of Gallchobhair.
Ganesh-Name-Meaning:-Guide-To-Origin-&-Significance		Boy	Lord of hordes; Hindu god of wisdom and good luck; Son of Lord Shiva and Parvati
Janeah		Girl	God is merciful
Fineas		Boy	Serpent's mouth; Nubian
Janee		Girl	God is merciful
Gaurav		Boy	Honor; Pride; Respect; Dignity
Georgi:-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Origin,-Meaning,-And-Popularity		Boy	Farmer; Earthworker
Isana-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-Origin-And-History		Unisex	To be lively; Fish
Gerhard		Boy	Spear; Brave; Hardy
Fenley		Unisex	Flag; Banner
Gianluigi		Boy	God is gracious; Famous warrior
Ivi		Unisex	To breathe; God is gracious; Youth; Yew
Ivry		Unisex	White or Ivory
Jahaira		Girl	Jewel
Jazzmin		Girl	Persian form of Jasmine (a type of flower)
Gilad		Boy	Monument; Heap of witness
Jendayi		Girl	Thankful
Gilead		Boy	Heap of witness
Jenice		Girl	God is gracious
Giorgi		Boy	Farmer; Earthworker
Izarra		Unisex	Star
Izumi		Unisex	Spring; Fountain
Jera		Girl	Spear of strength; A grain
Jeralyn-Baby-Name-Guide:-Popularity,-Astrology,-Nicknames-&-More		Girl	Power of the spear; Yahweh will exalt
Gopal		Boy	One of the names of Lord Shri Krishna; Cow protector
Govind:-Meaning,-Pronunciation,-Numerology,-Popularity-And-More		Boy	Cow finder; Cowherd; Chief herdsman; A name of Lord Krishna
Jaiah-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-Popularity-&-More		Unisex	Victory
Germain		Girl	Brother
Gradey		Boy	Noble; Illustrious
Granth		Boy	Holy book; Sacred scriptures
Garnett		Boy	Hinge; Protection; Precious red gemstone
Greggory		Boy	Watchful; Alert
Japneet		Boy	Absorbed in worship

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