

Nameberry suggests that, because of their nostalgic and retro appeal, names like Billy, Ferris and Marty from ’80s pop culture classics could see a revival. That’s right: the ’80s called, and it has some baby names for you. People are wearing leather jackets with rolled-up sleeves, padded-shoulder dresses and mullets. Picture it: You’re driving around Miami at midnight, neon signs are shining all around you and the newest A-ha track is on the radio.

Examples include Tavi, Indi, Ravi, Zuri, Ezri and Kali. “Chameleon-like, they travel seamlessly between languages and cultures without feeling too strongly tied to any in particular.”Ī and O endings are still big, but the trend for 2023 is names that follow this formula: four letters, two syllables, ends in I. But the coolest new cross-cultural names are fresh, funky and light, says Nameberry. Many parents look for names that will be instantly recognizable and pronounceable in many different languages, such as Anna or Leo. Examples include Hawkins, Rhett, Boone, Rhodes and Huck. Yee-haw! Rugged, outdoorsy monikers are on the rise. The future is bright, but your baby’s name will be brighter! Luxurious, bright and optimistic names will be big in 2023-think Lux, Marigold, Orian and Goldie. Lavish names like these originate from a wide array of fantasy literature and legends, and they tend to exude confidence with a touch of royalty. Names like Amadeus, Casimir and Mazikeen are among the fastest-rising names this year so far, says Nameberry. While you might think that these influences are limited to our stylistic choices, like clothes and furnishings, you can absolutely apply these aesthetics when considering your baby’s name. With shows like The Witcher and The Sandman exploding in popularity, Nameberry suggests that the maximalist aesthetic is the next big thing-meaning parents will be looking to high fantasy, gothic and regencycore vibes when naming their babies. Here’s our breakdown of their top 10 picks. Luckily, the experts at popular baby-name site Nameberry have compiled 10 baby name trends they predict will gain some serious traction in 2023. Bringing a new baby into the family is so exciting-but picking their name can be stressful! Not only do you and your partner have to agree on a moniker, but you want that name to feel natural and have longevity (you might find yourself yelling that name a lot in the coming years). Baby name trends come and go, and it’s always fun and helpful to see predictions for the top names in any given year.
