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
Angely		Unisex	Messenger
Lanie-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-What-You-Need-To-Know		Girl	Roadway; Path from the meadow; Bright
Nya		Girl	Friend; Young; Purpose
Jakoby		Boy	Son of Jacob; Supplanter
Rosalinda-Name-Meaning-And-Popularity-In-2025:-Complete-Guide		Girl	Beautiful rose; Gentle horse
Arin		Boy	Mountain of strength; Exalted; Ireland; Purified; Dignified
Rosemarie-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-History-&-Popularity-Guide		Girl	Bitter rose; Dew of the sea
Darell		Unisex	Person from Airelle in France
Fitzgerald		Girl	Son of Gerald; Power of the spear
Glory-Name-Meaning:-Everything-You-Need-To-Know		Unisex	Renown; Honor; Magnificence
Kelton		Boy	Town of the Celts; Calf town; Spring village
Sybil		Girl	Prophetess; Oracle
Ishan-Name:-Meaning,-History,-Pronunciation-&-Popularity		Boy	Master; Lord; Shiva
Kynleigh:-Complete-Guide-To-Pronunciation,-Meaning-&-Popularity		Unisex	White warrior
Marlo		Boy	Remnants of a lake;Seahill front; Drop of the sea; Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished-for child; Beloved; Love;
Adilyn		Girl	Noble
Jaziah		Unisex	Yahweh supports
Britney		Girl	From Britain; From the land of Britons
Reggie-Name-Meaning,-History,-And-Popularity:-Complete-Guide		Boy	Powerful advisor; Wise ruler
Lucah-Baby-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Popularity-Insights		Unisex	From Lucania; Light
Yehoshua		Boy	Yahweh is salvation
Daria		Girl	To possess; One who keeps things well
Oziel-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-History-&-Pronunciation		Unisex	My power is Yahweh; Strength; Power; Salvation
Yuvan		Boy	Youthful; God is gracious
Quest		Unisex	Search; Journey; Adventure; Mission; Pursuit
Hosanna-Name-Meaning:-Everything-You-Need-To-Know		Girl	Deliver us; Rescue; Savior; Save
Aedan-Name-Meaning-And-History:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	Fire; Little fire
Carol		Unisex	Hymn; Song; Free person; Woman; Army
Aharon		Boy	Exalted; High mountain
Maliya		Girl	A sea of rebelliousness; Wished for child; Beloved
Charm-Baby-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-Popularity-&-More		Unisex	Arousing admiration
Aj		Boy	The inventor; Moon; A Pharoah's name
Noella		Girl	Christmas
Emori-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Unisex	Great ruler; Home ruler; Brave king
Rayla		Girl	Beam of light; Terabinth tree; Beam of light; Goddess; Wise protector
Arvin		Boy	Copious; Abundant; Rich; Eagle friend
Brewer-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Popularity-&-Adorable-Nicknames		Boy	One who brews; Maker of ale
Shaylee		Girl	Lovely eyes; Learned; Good; Favorable
Isaak		Boy	He will laugh; He will rejoice
Zelie		Girl	Nobleness
Om		Boy	Sacred syllable; Primordial sound
Aleigha		Girl	High born; Sublime; Lofty
Raziel		Boy	Secrets of God; My secret is God
Blanca		Girl	White; Fair-colored
Yazan		Boy	A determined man; A Himyarite king
Calista-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-A-Complete-Guide		Girl	Most beautiful; Fairest
Abdirahman		Boy	Servant of the merciful
Asad		Boy	Lion; God's strength
Halima		Girl	Patient; Tolerant; Gentle; Mild mannered; Generous
Branch		Boy	Paw; Extension
Chaz		Boy	Free man; Army
Eitan		Boy	Enduring; Firm
Kaitlynn		Girl	Pure; Each of the two; Lake
Finnigan		Boy	Son of fair-haired one
Hartley		Boy	Deer field; From the deer meadow
Irina		Girl	Peace
Joao		Boy	Yahweh is gracious
Elan		Boy	Oak tree; Torch; Light; Beautiful orchid
Maritza		Girl	Beloved; Loving; Star of the sea
Jaya		Girl	One who is victorious; Winner; One who is blessed with success
Konrad		Boy	Bold counselor
Millicent		Girl	Strong; Vigorous; Courageous
Jaeden		Unisex	Thankful; He will judge
Rye-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-Origin,-History-&-Trends		Boy	An island meadow; At the river; To clear
Kalayah		Unisex	Lost; Joy; Happiness; Field pea
Laya		Boy	Sweetly speaking; Rest; Dissolution; Extinction; Tempo; Rhythm; Supreme being
Mona		Girl	Wish; Noble one; Who lasts forever; Solitary
Triton-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	The sea; Three; Son of Poseidon
Leni		Boy	Torch; Bright shining light; Of Magdala; Tower
Wilmer-Name-Meaning:-Origin,-Popularity-&-5-Charming-Nicknames		Boy	Famous; Strong desire
Adnan		Boy	Settler
Kemari-Name:-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Popularity-Guide		Unisex	Moonlight; Kickball
Khali		Girl	Eternal; Immortal; To last forever
Armon		Boy	Army man; A castle; High place
Rena		Girl	Born again
Atharva		Boy	One of names of Lord Ganesha; Knower of the Vedas; Knowledgeable one
Saphira:-Complete-Guide-To-Origin,-Meaning,-Popularity-And-More		Girl	A blue gemstone; Sapphire
Colsen		Boy	Coal; A form of carbon; Victory of the people
Alara		Girl	Mythological water fairy; Ruler of all
Analise-Name-Meaning-&-Origin:-Complete-Guide		Girl	Devoted to God; Favor; Grace; My God is an oath
Domenic		Boy	Belonging to God
Arabelle		Girl	Lovable; Invokable; Yielding to prayer; Beautiful grace
Aubrianna		Girl	Elf king; Ruler of the elves
Brisa		Girl	Breeze
Niyah		Unisex	Mourning; Purpose; Aim; Intention
Geraldine		Girl	Spear's power
Raelee		Unisex	Advice; Counsel; Protection; Clearing; Red clearing
Raeleigh-Name:-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Meaning-And-Popularity		Unisex	Meadow for deer; Red clearing; Beam of light
Reyan		Unisex	Fame; Basil
Jakayla-Name:-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Popularity-Guide		Girl	God is gracious; Crown; Laurel
Advaith		Boy	One who has no duplicate; Non-duality; Unity
Stephon		Unisex	Crown; Wreath
Taelynn		Unisex	To cut lake
Aeson-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-Origin,-History-And-More		Boy	Nimble; Swift
Keila		Girl	Citadel; Fort; Pure; Crown of laurels
Ayub		Boy	Other name of Job; Persecuted; Hated
Caine		Boy	To get; Acquired; Spear; Son of warrior
Kyah		Girl	Pure; Each of the two
Flint		Girl	Flintstone; Hard quartz stone; Stream
Malina		Girl	Soothing; Disciple of St. Columba; Raspberry; Small

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