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Baby names inspired by the Pacific Northwest:
• Astoria
• Baker
• Cascade
• Cedar
• Elliott
• Emerald
• Eugene
• Everett
• Fern
• Helen
• Lewis or Clark
• Olympia
• Rainier
• Rainn
• Ravenna
• River
• Roslyn
Is “pick a baby name” on your list for 2025? Whether you want to avoid a popular name, choose a classic, or just settle on something everyone can spell, we’ve got you covered! Read on to discover the most popular names of 2024 and trends to watch out for in 2025, according to the popular site Nameberry.
We know that picking a baby name can feel overwhelming. But want to know a secret? No matter what name you settle on, it will be perfect because it will belong to a little human you will love more than anything.
Check out the lists below for the most popular names of 2024 and predictions for 2025.
Have fun!
Most popular baby names of 2024 in the U.S.
In the United States, classic names topped the charts once again in 2024, with Olivia continuing to lead the way for girls, Liam for boys, and Logan for gender-neutral names:
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Top 10 girl names |
Top 10 boys names |
Top 10 gender-neutral names |
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1. Olivia |
1. Liam |
1. Logan |
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2. Emma |
2. Noah |
2. Avery |
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3. Charlotte |
3. Oliver |
3. Riley |
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4. Amelia |
4. James |
4. Parker |
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5. Sophia |
5. Elijah |
5. Angel |
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6. Mia |
6. Mateo |
6. Cameron |
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7. Isabella |
7. Theodore |
7. River |
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8. Ava |
8. Henry |
8. Ryan |
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9. Evelyn |
9. Lucas |
9. Rowan |
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10. Luna |
10. William |
10. Jordan |
Most popular baby names of 2024 in Seattle
Here in Seattle, we like to do things our own way. In 2024, trending baby names were classic, yet unique, with Maeve leading the pack for girls, and Silas for boys. In fact, none of the national top 10 girl names made the Seattle list, and only one of the top boy names are present.
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Top 10 girl names in Seattle |
Top 10 boy names in Seattle |
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1. Maeve |
1. Silas |
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2. Eloise |
2. August |
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3. Daphne |
3. Soren |
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4. Aurelia |
4. Arthur |
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5. Isla |
5. Rowan |
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6. Clara |
6. Felix |
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7. Elodie |
7. Oliver |
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8. Nora |
8. Callum |
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9. Hazel |
9. Arlo |
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10. Mae |
10. Finn |
Unique baby names
For those of you who throw convention to the wind, you might like these unique baby names:
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Unique baby girl names |
Unique baby boy names |
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Arden |
Arrow |
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Asha |
Cosmo |
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Cosima |
Florian |
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Delphine |
Luan |
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Fia |
Kit |
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Greer |
Orson |
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Imogen |
Ragnar |
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Lilac |
Torin |
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Oona |
Wolf |
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Rio |
Zuko |
Baby name trends for 2025
In 2025, there are so many trends! From country-inspired, to nature-themed, to otherworldly names, here are just a few to consider:
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Trending baby names in 2025 |
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Arwen |
Lavender |
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Aslan |
Kendry |
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Branch |
Lottie |
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Clove |
Luxton |
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Cozy |
Lyra |
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Cub |
Meadow |
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Dottie |
Oak |
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Dove |
Ridge |
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Echo |
Riven |
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Gio |
Solace |
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Hatcher |
Tillie |
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Haze |
Truett |
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Hollyn |
Willow |
Still looking for that perfect name? At Nameberry, you’ll find lists organized by gender (including gender-neutral names), unique names, celebrity names, names inspired by nature and so much more. There is even a name generator to help you come up with just about any type of name you can think of, and even a Unique Name Generator that I highly recommend giving a try. Answer a series of questions and you will be given a unique name — I got Elspeth Manon Laken. The generator certainly lives up to its name!
Already have a name in mind? You can look up the meaning and origin on the site too. I looked up my name and discovered that in Norse mythology Kari is the son of the giant who ruled the wind and air. I’m not sure my parents had that in mind when they named me, but I like it!
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