8 Surprisingly Popular Baby Names Trending For 2026

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00:00eight surprisingly popular baby names trending for 2026 trends reveal what society values

00:08shaped by nostalgia novelty and cultural forces baby names are no different each year's favorites

00:15reflect desires for tradition minimalism individuality optimism or escape as 2026

00:22approaches emerging name trends offer a snapshot of our collective mood here are the top baby names

00:28heading into 2026 many wonder what it was like to grow up in the freer pre-digital 1960s despite its

00:36problems some parents see that era as simpler than today fueling a comeback of boomer names like darla

00:42an english name meaning darling vintage sweet and evocative of a not-so-distant past wes short for

00:49wesley or weston or a standalone name carries british roots meaning west meadow or west town

00:55evoking rare open spaces it also nods to filmmaker wes anderson making it perfect for parents who

01:02want a son with a creative spirit and a distinctive more thoughtful outlook on the world in turbulent

01:08political times it's no surprise parents look to powerful historic names cressida greek in origin and

01:14meaning golden is expected to rise in 2026. it evokes strength mythology and brilliance and bridgerton

01:23fans may appreciate its connection to the determined if flawed cressida cowper linus may recall the

01:29beloved peanuts character but its roots run deep in greek mythology linus was a gifted musician so

01:36talented that apollo felt threatened and is said to have taught orpheus and hercules for parents who

01:42love mythology and value creativity this ancient culturally rich name is a standout choice despite

01:49endless streaming options the jazz age still transports us to the clubs of the 1920s and 30s

01:55pair that nostalgia with spirituality and you get holiday a british name meaning holy day

02:01it also honors jazz legend billy holiday making it a soulful timeless choice for a baby girl

02:07olive blends gentle spirituality with broad appeal latin in origin and meaning olive tree it carries

02:14biblical ties while symbolizing peace and friendship in greek mythology whether you're religious or not

02:20giving your baby a name associated with harmony stability and timeless symbolism is a meaningful

02:26grounding choice stranger things made number names feel eerie but a decade later parents are embracing

02:32unique choices while names like million or billion feel bold prima latin for first and once given to

02:39firstborn greek daughters offers a subtler meaningful option that may inspire your little girl to lead

02:45and forge her own path the romanticy wave dominating book talk has inspired parents to seek whimsical

02:51otherworldly names alistair of scottish and greek origin meaning defender of the people captures that

02:58fantasy charm it's a strong timeless choice for a boy you hope will stand confidently lead with integrity

03:05and fight for what's right