The Top Names of 2021... So Far
Our most-viewed names make a list like no other!
How’s 2021 going so far? For Ava, Aurora, Arlo and Rowan, it’s been pretty great — more about that further down.
Name of the week: Daphne
Step aside, Chloe: there's a fresh botanical name in town! Daphne, which means “laurel” in Greek, could be the perfect sweet-spot name. Almost always in the Top 1000, but never overused, she has a distinctive sound that’s not quite like any other name. Could the eldest Bridgerton daughter help even more parents fall in love with sweet Daphne?
List of the week: Rebel Poets
You can picture them, right? Rugged and moody, usually found either pacing the seashore or buying everyone a round at the bar, with a tongue that can scorch you or set your soul on fire. This list resonated for lots of you on Instagram - check out the comments for more ideas for your rebel poet.
The top baby names of 2021 so far
Take a bow, Ava and Arlo: they were the most-viewed names on Nameberry in the first quarter of 2021. This is the closest we get to spotting name trends in real time — did any of your favorites make the Top 100?