Modern Baby Names
Names that share a modern feel, drawn from many origins, with what each one means and how it is doing in the US today. Browse 800+ names, each with its meaning and current US rank.
- #259
Bastian
Greek · Boy
Venerable, the breezy short form of Sebastian with fairytale magic.
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Zane
English · Boy
A beloved child, a gracious gift of life.
- #262
Paxton
English · Boy
A peaceful child from the tranquil settlement.
- #267
Emerson
English · Boy
A brave and powerful son of great industry.
- #270
Lena
Scandinavian · Girl
A bright and shining light of warmth.
- #271
Dallas
English · Boy
A child from the meadow dwelling by the dale.
- #273
Paige
English · Girl
A young attendant, helpful and bright.
- #275
Charlee
American · Girl
A free spirit with playful energy.
- #277
Myla
American · Girl
A merciful and loving name, soft and warm.
- #279
Tessa
English · Girl
A harvester, cheerful and down to earth.
- #280
Crew
English · Unisex
A name that speaks to belonging and teamwork, Crew says you are never alone, you are part...
- #280
Zander
Xhosa · Boy
Defender of people, a name of protective strength and service.
- #281
Oakley
English · Girl
An oak tree meadow, strong and rooted.
- #284
Hendrix
English · Boy
A ruler of the estate with creative spirit.
- #286
Chance
English · Boy
A fortunate child blessed by lucky stars.
- #291
Lennox
English · Unisex
From the elm grove, strong and deeply rooted.
- #295
Bodhi
Sanskrit · Unisex
Awakening and enlightenment, a state of deep wisdom.
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Leia
English · Girl
A weary yet strong warrior of hope.
- #299
Lennon
English · Girl
A lover and dreamer with musical soul.
- #300
Lennon
Irish · Unisex
With roots in the Irish word for lover or sweetheart, Lennon carries musical magic and a...
- #301
Jayla
American · Girl
A jaybird name, lively and spirited.
- #302
Jensen
English · Boy
A gracious son, kind to all he meets.
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Kaia
English · Girl
A pure name meaning earth and sea.
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Cruz
American · Boy
A child of the cross, blessed and beloved.
- #305
Royal
English/French · Unisex
A regal name that needs no explanation, Royal carries the dignity and grace of crowns and...
- #305
Brady
English · Boy
A spirited child with a broad chest of courage.
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Anderson
English · Boy
A courageous son carrying his father's strength.
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Gunner
English · Boy
A bold warrior child with courageous spirit.
- #308
Kiara
Hindi · Girl
Means dark haired, a name of striking natural beauty.
- #309
Alexis
English · Girl
A strong defender with modern appeal.
- #310
Skyler
Dutch · Unisex
Derived from the Dutch word for scholar, Skyler also evokes the wide open sky, giving it...
- #312
Delaney
English · Girl
A dark challenger with spirit and charm.
- #323
Sutton
English · Girl
A southern settlement name with refined charm.
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Gia
English · Girl
God is gracious, a short and sweet blessing.
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Brynn
English · Girl
A hill name suggesting strength and stature.
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Tanner
English · Boy
A leather worker's child with strong hands.
- #335
Reign
English · Unisex
A name of sovereignty and power, Reign says that this child was born to lead, to matter...
- #338
Demi
English · Girl
A half name with full celebrity sparkle.
- #346
Arielle
French · Girl
A lioness of the divine, bold and gracefully fierce.
- #347
Corbin
English · Boy
A dark-haired child with a raven's clever spirit.
- #347
Palmer
English · Girl
A pilgrim who carried palms from the Holy Land.
- #351
Killian
Irish · Boy
A bright name meaning little church, devoted and spirited.
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Tate
English · Boy
A cheerful child who brings happiness to all.
- #353
Tate
English · Unisex
A cheerful one who brings brightness to the room.
- #354
Ainsley
English · Girl
A meadow name suggesting open fields and freedom.
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Lawson
English · Boy
A beloved son born of a noble lineage.
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Brinley
American · Girl
A cheerful modern name suggesting a burnt meadow.
- #365
Dakota
Native American (Sioux) · Unisex
Meaning friend or ally in the Sioux language, Dakota carries a spirit of the open plains...
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Kenzie
English · Girl
A fair and bright one, lively and fun.
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Everlee
American · Girl
A boar in a wild meadow, strong and free.
- #375
Wynter
American · Girl
A cold season name with cool modern beauty.
- #376
Cade
English · Boy
A sturdy and round child full of warmth.
- #380
Justice
English/French · Unisex
A virtue name that stands tall for fairness and what is right, Justice is a name that...
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Kira
English · Girl
A beam of light, strong and bright.
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Bowen
English · Boy
A son of the noble young one, cherished deeply.
- #404
Viviana
Spanish · Girl
Full of life and energy, she lights up every room.
- #406
Cassidy
English · Girl
A curly-haired charmer with Irish warmth.
- #407
Dream
American · Girl
A hopeful vision of beauty and wonder.
- #407
Trevor
English · Boy
A child from the large homestead village.
- #410
Milan
Slavic/Italian · Unisex
Meaning gracious and dear in Slavic languages, Milan also evokes the Italian city of...
- #410
Shiloh
Hebrew · Unisex
A biblical name meaning peaceful one, Shiloh carries a sense of calm serenity and sacred...
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Stevie
English · Girl
A crown and garland, spirited and musical.
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Lyric
English · Girl
A song word name, poetic and melodic.
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Raven
English · Girl
A dark bird of mystery and intelligence.
- #420
Nayeli
Spanish · Girl
I love you, a name that speaks from the heart.
- #421
Oakley
English · Unisex
From the oak meadow, steadfast and enduring.
- #421
Oakley
English · Boy
A child from the meadow of strong oak trees.
- #427
Kendrick
English · Boy
A bold ruler with the heart of a champion.
- #431
Kinley
American · Girl
A fair-haired warrior with modern appeal.
- #431
Wilder
English · Boy
A free-spirited child who roams the open land.
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Quinn
Irish · Boy
A wise name meaning counsel and intelligence.
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Braelynn
American · Girl
A modern creation combining strength and grace.
- #450
Scout
English · Unisex
A name of exploration and discovery, Scout honors the adventurous spirit in all of us and...
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Kian
Persian · Boy
King, a short and powerful name of ancient royal heritage.
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Shiloh
English · Girl
A peaceful one, a place of rest and calm.
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Ayaan
Sanskrit · Boy
A fortunate name meaning gift of god and divine blessing.
- #458
Memphis
American · Boy
A child of the enduring and beautiful city.
- #460
Baylor
English · Boy
A horse trainer's child, patient and skilled.
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Baylor
English · Unisex
A deliverer of good things, generous in spirit.
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Maliyah
American · Girl
A queen of great beauty and regal bearing.
- #464
Collin
English · Boy
A young pup, eager and bounding with life.
- #464
Keira
English · Girl
A dark-haired beauty with Celtic charm.
- #467
Dalton
English · Boy
A child from the valley town, grounded and kind.
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Meadow
English · Girl
An open grassy field, peaceful and wide.
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Gage
English · Boy
A child who measures the world with curiosity.
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Kaitlyn
English · Girl
A pure one, bright and cheerful always.
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Bristol
English · Girl
A place name evoking charm and character.
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Tatum
English · Unisex
One who brings cheer and lightheartedness to every gathering.
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Keegan
Irish · Unisex
Little fiery one, spirited and full of energy.
- #494
Keegan
Irish · Boy
A fiery name meaning small and ardent, passionate and bright.
- #494
Nia
Swahili · Girl
Means purpose, a name that walks with intention and strength.
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Remy
English · Girl
An oarsman with French flair and spirit.
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Alessia
Italian · Girl
A defender of the people, strong and compassionate.
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Yaretzi
Spanish · Girl
You will always be loved, a promise held in a name.
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Deacon
English · Boy
A servant child who serves with humility.
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Imani
Swahili · Girl
Means faith, a grounding name of belief and conviction.
- #527
Denver
American · Boy
A green valley child, fresh and lively.
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Bo
Scandinavian · Unisex
One who lives and commands attention.
- #539
Huxley
English · Boy
A child from the inhospitable and wild place.
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Monroe
English · Girl
A mouth of the river, strong and flowing.
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