Atticus, Freya, Danger, and 47 More Baby Names That Are Gaining Popularity in 2021

Popular baby name lists are ever-changing, though many names find success for multiple years. In 2021, some of the most popular names from last year – like Henry and Ava – are still bubbling up among expectant parents, but according to Nameberry’s monthly updates that compile the highest searched names of its users, there may be some newcomers to the party this year.

From Ezra and August to Freya and Maeve, look ahead to see 50 baby names rising in popularity in 2021, some of which we predict will land in the top lists for the year. To note: although the lists are split by sex, so many of these names would be lovely for any baby!

Nameberry’s Top 25 Boy Names For 2021

1. Arlo
2. Atticus
3. Kai
4. Milo
5. Silas
6. Finn
7. Theodore
8. Leo
9. Jude
10. Danger
11. Ezra
12. Felix
13. Rowan
14. Caleb
15. Asher
16. Soren
17. Oscar
18. Arthur
19. Hugo
20. Henry
21. Cassius
22. Jasper
23. Jack
24. Theo
25. August

Nameberry’s Top 25 Girl Names For 2021

1. Luna
2. Maeve
3. Isla
4. Aurora
5. Aurelia
6. Eloise
7. Iris
8. Hazel
9. Ophelia
10. Ivy
11. Freya
12. Ava
13. Eleanor
14. Alice
15. Elodie
16. Esme
17. Cora
18. Violet
19. Charlotte
20. Maya
21. Astrid
22. Amelia
23. Clara
24. Genevieve
25. Nora