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
Aarika		Girl	Beautiful; Lovely; Beautiful water lily; Golden; Gilded
Elroy		Boy	The king
Aasiyah		Girl	Resurrection; Asia; East; Distressed; Bereaved
Draxton		Unisex	Slipway or Sledge; Enclosure or settlement
Vihana		Unisex	Morning; Dawn
Adelie		Girl	Noble; Nobility
Yeva-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	To breathe; To live
Xavia-Baby-Name:-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Comprehensive-Guide		Unisex	The new house; New home
Ericson:-A-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Name-Meaning-And-Popularity		Boy	Son of Eric; Ever ruler
Drue		Boy	Manly; Masculine
Dublin		Unisex	Black pool
Yzabella-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-Popularity,-And-More		Girl	My God is an oath
Zanaya		Girl	Gift of god
Fahd		Boy	Panther
Ailana-Name-Meaning,-History,-&-Popularity:-Complete-Guide		Girl	Halo; Moonlight; Loving
Fenton		Boy	Marsh town; Descendant of Fiachna
Aili-Name-Meaning,-Popularity,-And-More:-Ultimate-Guide		Girl	Holy; Blessed
Zoila-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Life
Gabriele		Boy	God is my strong man; Messenger of God
Elohim		Unisex	God; God of Israel
Gerry:-Comprehensive-Guide-to-Meaning,-History-&-Variations		Boy	One who holds a spear; Brave; Hard; Power of the spear
Allisyn		Girl	She of Alexander
Hanif		Boy	True; Upright; Honorable
Alvina-Name-Meaning-And-History:-Complete-Guide-In-2025		Girl	Elf friend; Noble friend; Old friend
Hari		Boy	Brown; Yellow; Tawny; Hindu god Vishnu; Lion; Horse; Monkey; To shine; Ruler of the home; High
Harmon		Boy	Army man; High place
Finian		Girl	White; Blessed
Ambrielle		Girl	Energy of God; God is my strength
Erlin		Unisex	You; That; Those; Beautiful jade; Gem
Haroun		Boy	Mountain of strength; Exalted
Hridhaan		Boy	Donated from the heart; Compassionate towards all
Amreen		Girl	Good-scented; Black eyes
Aerin		Girl	Exalted; High mountain; Ireland
Ainoa		Girl	A town in southwestern France
Angeli		Girl	Message; Tidings; News; Messenger;
Alenna-Baby-Name:-Guide-to-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Trends		Girl	Of Magdala; Tower; Light; Torch; Corposant
Gatsby		Unisex	Spike settlement; From Gaddesby
Amarissa-Baby-Name-Guide:-Meaning,-Popularity-&-More		Girl	Rebelliousness; Famous in battle; God has said
Ariane		Girl	The holiest
Jak		Boy	God is gracious; Holder of the heel
Jaaziel		Boy	God Strengthens; God allocates
Avaline		Girl	Bird; Hazelnut; Little Eve; Life
Ilian		Unisex	My God is Yahweh
Anaaya		Girl	Care; Protection; Diligence; God answers
Jackston		Girl	Son of Jack
Jacolby		Boy	Son of Jacob; Supplanter; Holder of the heel; Coal town; Dark town
Aniko		Girl	Favor; Grace
Ameria-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Brave; Vigorous
Jerrick		Boy	Strong; Gifted ruler
Avital-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-and-Popularity:-Comprehensive-Guide		Girl	Morning dew; My father is dew
Binta		Girl	Daughter
Anuhea		Unisex	Cool or soft fragrance
Josian-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-Popularity:-Complete-Guide		Boy	God will add
Araiya-Name-Meaning-And-Popularity:-Comprehensive-Guide		Unisex	Song; Melody; Noble one; Honorable
Kaan		Boy	King; Ruler
Ardyn		Unisex	High
Jedi		Unisex	Beloved of Yahweh
Athaliah		Girl	Yahweh is exalted; The Lord is elevated; Afflicted
Kannen		Boy	Lord Krishna; Black; Dark; Church official; Large reed
Jezreel		Unisex	God sows; Planted by God
Jian		Boy	Build; Establish; Strong
Carlyn		Girl	Man; Army
Ayeza		Unisex	Moon; Gold; Visitor; Returning
Kaven-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-Complete-Guide		Boy	Intend; Courage; Strength and bravery
Juda-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Complete-Guide-For-2025		Unisex	Excellence; Praised
Aziya-Name-Meaning:-Comprehensive-Guide		Unisex	East
Keane-Name:-Origin,-Meaning,-And-History---Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	Battle; Very old
Kennan		Boy	Ancient; White; Little Ken; The clear water
Dhara-Name-Meaning:-Popularity,-Pronunciation-&-Numerology		Girl	Earth; A holy place; Stream
Kaedon-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-Popularity,-Variations		Unisex	Mac Cadáin; Warrior; Strength; Gentle; Loyalty; Spirit of war; Son of Cadán
Keyaan		Boy	Essence; Being; King; Leader; High status
Breasia:-Complete-Guide-To-Meaning,-Pronunciation-&-Popularity		Girl	High power; East
Ditya		Girl	Another name of Goddess Durga; Answer to prayers
Kaelum		Unisex	Sky; Heavenly
Khaliq-Name-Meaning:-Pronunciation,-Popularity-&-Numerology		Boy	Creator
Elenor		Girl	Oaktree; Torch; Light; Beautiful orchid
Kijani		Boy	Warrior
Emelina-Name-Meaning:-Origins,-Variants-&-Popularity-In-2025		Girl	Hardworking; Brave; Vigorous; Unceasing
Chioma		Boy	Good god
Emmajean		Girl	Whole; Universal; God is gracious; Maiden
Clio		Boy	Glory; Famous; Celebrate; Recount
Kavari:-Comprehensive-Guide-To-Meaning,-Popularity-&-Variations		Unisex	A braid of hair
Camia		Unisex	Helper to the priest
Leone-Name-Meaning,-Origin,-And-History:-Comprehensive-Guide		Boy	Lion; Lioness
Louden		Boy	Fort of Lugus
Macarthur		Boy	Son of Arthur
Dariah		Unisex	Possessing goodness; Sea
Ellaina		Girl	Torch; Corposant
Madhav		Boy	Vernal; Of the springtime; Krishna; Descendant of Madhu; Honey
Khiry		Unisex	He or she is benelovent
Eniyah-Name:-Complete-Guide-To-Pronunciation-And-Popularity		Girl	Gift of God; Better looking
Kyrian		Unisex	Ruling; Authority; Lord; Master; Power
Matthieu		Boy	God's gift
Favour		Unisex	To favour
Mattia		Boy	God's gift
Lijah-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-Popularity-&-Nicknames		Unisex	My Lord is my God
Galaxy		Unisex	A large system of stars; Milky
Maurizio		Boy	Moorish
Georgette-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Comprehensive-Guide		Unisex	Farmer; Earthworker
Maynard		Boy	One who is powerful and strong

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.

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