Normally you wouldn’t be interested in the top baby names, but this year you have a little one on the way! Let me say: congratulations on your bundle of joy and I wish you a happy and healthy baby! So now…you’re scrambling to find the perfect name! This list is the top 50 baby names of 2021!
While these are some safe choices for baby names due to their popularity, they’re also going to be very common amongst your child’s birth year. When your child enters school, it will be likely they may encounter several other children with their name. If you want a popular name, these are some great choice to pick .
However, if you want something more unique, you may want to avoid all the names on this list.
According to Baby Center these are the top 50 Baby Names of 2021 in the USA.
Most Popular Baby Girl Names of 2021
Olivia
Greek: Olive tree
Emma
German: Whole, Universal
Amelia
Latin: Industrious, Striving
Ava
Latin: Bird
Sophia
Greek: Wisdom
Charlotte
French: Petite, Feminine
Isabella
Hebrew: Devoted to God
Mia
Latin: Wished for a child, Mine
Luna
Latin: Moon
Harper
English: Someone who plays the harp
Gianna
Hebrew: God’s grace
Evelyn
English: Wished for child
Aria
Hebrew: Lion of God
Italian: Air
Ellie
Greek: Shining light
Ella
English: Light, Beautiful fairy women
Mila
Russian: Dear one
Slavic: Industrious, Hardworking
Layla
Arabic: Wine, Intoxication, Night
Avery
French: Wise
Camila
Italian: Attendant
Lily
English: The white flower (lily)
Scarlett
English: Bright red
Sofia
English: Form of Sophie: Wisdom
Nova
Latin: New
Aurora
Latin: Dawn
Chloe
Greek: Fertility, Blooming
Most Popular Baby Boy Names of 2021
Liam
Irish: Helmet of will
Noah
Hebrew: Rest, Comfort
Oliver
Latin: Olive tree
Elijah
Hebrew: Yahweh is God
Lucas
Latin: Light-giving, Illuminating
Mason
French: Stoneworker
Levi
Hebrew: Joined in harmony
Asher
Hebrew: Happy, Blessed
James
Hebrew: One who follows
Mateo
Spanish: Gift of God
Ethan
Hebrew: Strong, Safe
Leo
Latin: Lion
Benjamin
Hebrew: Son of the south
Aiden
Irish: Fiery
Jack
English: God is Gracious
Logan
Scottish: Small hallow
Grayson
English: Son of a steward, Son of gray haired man
Jackson
Hebrew: Son of Jack
Henry
German: Ruler of the households
Wyatt
English: brave in battle
Sebastian
Latin: Revered
Carter
English: Cart driver
Daniel
Hebrew: God is my judge
William
German: Strong-willed warrior
Alexander
Greek: Defender of men
If none of these names are quite what you are looking for…
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Thanks for reading!
Carrie
November 4, 2021 at 12:10 pmThis was an easy break down of names! I hadn’t heard that meaning of Aria! It’s my dog’s name ? and I love that! Great post!
Always lovin' Mama
November 5, 2021 at 2:18 pmHa! Great dog name. Thanks!
Shelley
November 4, 2021 at 4:39 pmI love reading interesting facts like this. Thanks for sharing ?
Evie
November 4, 2021 at 10:04 pmI love that you added the meanings of the top names. Such a nice little fact. Out of my 4 kids, only my oldest’s child’s name is on the list which is interesting.
David N Brace
November 4, 2021 at 11:27 pmIt’s always interesting to see where these beautiful names come from and the meanings behind them.
Always lovin' Mama
November 5, 2021 at 2:17 pmThanks!
Martina
November 5, 2021 at 2:58 amI love this! I didn’t know simple names could mean much. Thank you for sharing this with us x
Always lovin' Mama
November 5, 2021 at 2:19 pmThanks!
Natalie
November 5, 2021 at 3:19 pmThere’s my baby’s name right there (Isabella)! I’ve always loved the name and couldn’t wait to give it to my little one the minute I laid my eyes on her.
Always lovin' Mama
November 5, 2021 at 5:22 pmIsabella is a beautiful name!!