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Picking out a baby name can be a mixture of confusion and excitement. After all, you need to find the perfect match for your perfect little one. But with all the options you have in front of you, finding the right match may take more searching than you expected, and that’s okay! One thing we know for sure is that the things we gravitate towards for inspiration are ever changing, even if it’s for a baby name. You can count on a few classic names to stick around but thanks to epic pop culture moments and the influence that the new year has on everyone, we’re sure that some new baby name trends have popped up already. Based on constantly fluctuating trends, we think parents are going to be looking for inspiration anywhere and everywhere for baby names in 2024. Want to know what they are and if your baby name is among them? Then keep on reading!
1. Classic Names
Well, they’re called classics for a reason. These timeless names never go out of style and keep making it to the top of the popular name charts every single decade. They are usually strong without being strange or unusual and quite traditional. And just like any other year, they are still going to be all the rage in 2024. Especially due to the resurgence of the obsession over the old money aesthetic, these names will be making a major comeback. So get ready for a slew of classic names like Audrey, Abigail, Zachaary, Jeremiah and more. Would you pick a name that never fades for your little one?
2. Spooky Baby Names
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The show Wednesday on Netflix came out and has permanently left its mark in our mind. It may be the new year but we’re still stuck in Halloween and can’t get enough of all things spooky which has now transitioned to spooky baby names. But are we really surprised? No, spooky season is a favorite for many people around the globe. And let’s be honest, getting some gothic inspiration for your little one’s name is a cool idea! So if you’d like a unique name with a spooky twist, you can opt for names like Winifred, Coraline, Regan, Thorn, Dexter and Chucky or any other name from your favorite horror movie character.
3. Celestial Baby Names
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For as long as we can remember, human beings have been obsessed with anything related to space and the sky, so inculcating this into your baby’s name is a no-brainer. If you’re into astrology or astronomy, this is a great source of inspiration for the perfect baby name. Over the last few years, it’s become increasingly obvious that astrology is more than a passing fad, for some people, it’s a lifestyle. So, it only makes sense that other wordly names are here to stay as well. Be it names like Astraea, Luna, Stella, Leo, Jericho, Ash or Orion, any celestial body inspired name is truly written in the stars for your little one.
4. Magical Baby Names
This is where the whimsical nature of celestial body names and the slight touch of gothic names come together to form the perfect Hocus Pocus inspired genre of baby names. If you want an ethereal name for your baby that’s completely detached from reality but still sweet sounding, then this is the trend for you! After all, why not give your magical baby a magical name? Names like Adeline, Faye, Delilah, Caspian, Finn, Jasper and Feyre are on top of the list.
5. Baby Names Inspired By Your Favorite TV Shows And Pop Culture Moments
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I think it’s safe to say that 2022 was an action packed year with pop culture moments and shows that left us speechless and entranced. So why not use them as inspiration for your baby’s name?
For fans of the Stranger Things series that has not died down in popularity from its first season, we’re sure the 80’s inspired names on the show have made a lasting impression on you. So, why not name your child after one of the sweet kids on the show? Max, Robin, Nancy, Lucas, William, Dustin and even the unconventionally Eleven are all great picks. But if House Of The Dragon is what floats your boat, this show that took the world by storm certainly has a couple of names that can easily take the top spots on your baby name list! Not only are these names unique and mystical sounding but they’re catchy too. Don’t you remember all the girls that were named Daenarys back in the day? Well, now you can take your pick between Rhaenyra, Halaena, Talya, Daemon, Arryk, Larys and Viseryse.
Choosing a baby name can be daunting and overwhelming but this doesn’t have to be the case. With so many fun trends coming your way, you’ve got so many wonderful options to choose from. Just gravitate towards what feels right for you and your partner and your baby will have the name they were destined to have!
