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When the hashtags are taking the internet by storm, why should baby names be outdated? Every year, we see how the baby-name trends change, with parents coming across quirky and unique names for their children. As 2021 is set to leave, we can already see 2024 waltzing in with a fresh collection of names. So, which names do you think we can look forward to in 2024?
With the rising popularity of OTT platforms, it is no surprise that more and more parents are looking for inspiration for baby names in Netflix shows and movies. Whether they are a protagonist or an antagonist, if a character’s name is interesting, it is on the trending column for baby names. While the latest Netflix shows have made a grand entry in the list of trending baby names for 2024, many older ones have also retained their place. Let’s take a look at some popular names for your little one inspired by Netflix:
1. Bridgerton (2020-)
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Bridgerton is a historical drama set against the backdrop of Regency-era England. The show has managed to have us wrapped around its fingers, and we wouldn’t have it any other way! Some Bridgerton-inspired baby names that are most likely to trend in 2024 are Simon, Daphne, Eloise, and Siena. If you’re looking for baby boy names, they could be Benedict, Frances (derived from Francesca), Genev (derived from Genevieve), and Edwin (derived from Edwina).
2. Vincenzo (2021)
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The popularity of South Korean dramas is on the rise, and people worldwide are binging on them merrily. Contrary to popular belief, these dramas are not all about fluff and romance. Some spine-chilling tales have left an impression on us, Vincenzo being one of them. So, which baby names inspired by Vincenzo will make it to the trending list for 2024? Yup, you guessed it right! Vincenzo and Miri seem to make the list!
3. Money Heist (2017-)
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Money Heist has been the hot topic ever since it first aired on Netflix. Now, with the show coming to a close, it has once again taken its place at the top. The twisted plots, the strong characters, and the intriguing storyline have kept us on our toes! A few baby names inspired by Money Heist that have trended in the past are Daniel, Alicia, Mirko, and Silene. They are most likely to trend in 2024 as well, along with some additions like Tokyo and Marivi.
4. Young Royals (2021-)
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We stan LGBTQ representation onscreen, and Young Royals has brought a fresh angle to the cliched high school drama. Even though it has only one season, it received several positive reviews, and boy are we begging for more! Some baby names that are inspired by Young Royals are Wilhelm, Felice, Anette, Poppe, and Smysan.
5. S*x Education (2019-)
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Did we ever get over S*x Education? With three seasons, the show reminds us why the topic is vital to the school curriculum. Breaking gender stereotypes, taking down the patriarchy, and realistic representation of the LGBTQ community make this show what it is. Need we say more? Young parents dig the show and cannot wait to name their little ones Maeve (duh!), Otis, Aimee, and Ola (maybe not this one, because it’s also the name of a cab company, unfortunately). But hey, you have a lot of options to choose from, like Anwar, Rahim, Vivienne, Cal, and Ruby.
6. Little Things (2016-2021)
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Little Things may not be a new show, but after the series finale, its popularity has been on a steady rise. The lighthearted, wholesome drama has certainly touched our hearts, and who would not want to name their children after ambitious people who value their families? So, name your little one who is due in 2024, Dhruv, if it’s a boy, or Kavya if it’s a girl!
7. The Witcher (2019-)
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With the second season just around the corner, more people have been tuning in to see what The Witcher is all about. The fantasy world teeming with monster hunters has caught the eye of many, and it has high chances of being included in the list of Netflix shows that inspire baby names in 2024. Some of them are Geralt, Ciri, Yennefer, and Dandelion. Unique, huh?
8. The Queen’s Gambit (2020)
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Following the life of a fictional chess prodigy, The Queen’s Gambit is a period drama set in the 1950s-60s. The miniseries had everyone hooked, and people keep coming back to it even now. It is no surprise that new parents have named their babies after the characters and that this trend will most likely continue in 2024 as well. Some baby names inspired by this miniseries are Fortune, Vasily, and Seidel.
9. Pagglait (2021)
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Bollywood has been experimenting with new genres for quite some time, and Pagglait is one of its specimens. The black comedy-drama film revolves around a young widow and her in-laws dealing with the loss of her husband. If you’re looking for some Indian names inspired by this cinema, we’ve got a few for you! How do Nazia, Achint, and Astik sound?
10. To All The Boys: Always And Forever (2021)
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While the prequels had taken the internet by storm, the final movie once again brought the trilogy into everyone’s view. More people started discovering the films, and in no time, they rose to popularity again. Baby names inspired by this movie are not-so-new. They are common but have a different outlook after being featured in the film. So, go ahead and name your baby Peter, Lara, Trevor, or Trina!
With pop culture steadily seeping into our daily lives, it has become quite common for parents to choose Netflix-inspired names for their little ones. Do you have any other name in mind that may trend in 2024? Which ones did you like the most? Let us know in the comments below!
