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.
- #543
Cannon
English · Boy
A young wolf child of the church official.
- #551
Benson
English · Boy
A blessed son surrounded by love and light.
- #552
Lyra
English · Girl
A lyre constellation singing in the night sky.
- #568
Mallory
English · Girl
An unfortunate one who overcomes with grace.
- #575
Justice
English · Girl
A virtue name standing for fairness and truth.
- #576
Sutton
English · Unisex
From the southern homestead, warm and welcoming.
- #576
Sutton
English · Boy
A child from the southern homestead farm.
- #583
Jemma
English · Girl
A precious gem, treasured and bright.
- #584
Henley
English · Girl
A high meadow name with English countryside warmth.
- #588
Ensley
American · Girl
A meadow name suggesting openness and freedom.
- #593
Nalani
English · Girl
A calm of the skies, serene and peaceful.
- #595
Ocean
English · Unisex
Vast and full of wonder, Ocean is a name that holds all the mystery and power of the deep...
- #595
Boston
English · Boy
A child from the town near the monastery.
- #595
Saige
American · Girl
A wise herb name with modern spelling.
- #599
Edison
English · Boy
Son of Edward — inventive and bright
- #605
Sasha
English · Girl
A defender of humankind with spirited charm.
- #611
Karina
Spanish · Girl
Dear and beloved, she is treasured by all who know her.
- #614
Rayan
Arabic · Unisex
Lush and well-watered, like a garden in full bloom.
- #617
Colby
English · Boy
A child from the dark-soiled farmstead.
- #618
Macy
English · Girl
A weapon name with cheerful modern energy.
- #620
Layton
English · Boy
A child from the settlement by the waterway.
- #621
Trenton
English · Boy
A child from the town by the rushing river.
- #626
Ledger
English · Boy
A record keeper's child with a sharp mind.
- #630
Dallas
English · Girl
A meadow dwelling name with Texas charm.
- #634
Siena
English · Girl
A Tuscan city name of ochre warmth and art.
- #635
Elora
English · Girl
A golden name of light and shining beauty.
- #638
Megan
English · Girl
A pearl of great worth, bright and kind.
- #640
Savanna
English · Girl
A treeless plain, open and beautiful.
- #641
Aarav
Sanskrit · Boy
A peaceful name meaning wisdom and calm serenity.
- #643
Reign
English · Boy
A child who rules with gentle authority.
- #651
Yara
English · Girl
A small butterfly, delicate and free.
- #656
Dustin
English · Boy
A brave warrior like Thor's bold stone.
- #666
Aliza
Hebrew · Girl
Means joyful, a name brimming with happiness and delight.
- #669
Blaire
English · Girl
A field dweller with strength and clarity.
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Hayley
English · Girl
A hay clearing full of sunshine and cheer.
- #677
Cadence
English · Girl
A rhythmic flow of sound and movement.
- #680
Everest
English · Unisex
Named for the world's highest peak, Everest is a name of towering ambition and...
- #680
Brock
English · Boy
A sturdy child as strong as a badger.
- #684
Lina
Arabic · Girl
Means tender, a soft and delicate name of warmth.
- #687
Kellan
English · Boy
A slender and bright child full of energy.
- #688
Lennon
English · Boy
A dear child inspired by song and peace.
- #710
Fox
English · Unisex
Clever, quick, and endlessly charming, Fox is a name that captures the wit and beauty of...
- #711
Holland
English · Girl
A wooded land name with Dutch charm.
- #714
Chanel
English · Girl
A channel of style and sophistication.
- #714
Vihaan
Sanskrit · Boy
A dawning name meaning the first light of morning.
- #715
Tinsley
English · Girl
A meadow name with modern flair and charm.
- #722
Mitchell
English · Boy
A child who is like the great archangel.
- #723
Darren
English · Boy
A great child with an oak tree's steady strength.
- #731
Reese
Welsh · Unisex
Enthusiasm and passion, a spirited heart.
- #734
Houston
English · Boy
A child from the hill town settlement.
- #738
Waverly
English · Girl
A meadow of quaking aspens, trembling and free.
- #740
Leighton
English · Unisex
From the meadow town, bright and welcoming.
- #740
Leighton
English · Boy
A child from the meadow town, full of grace.
- #741
Saoirse
Irish · Girl
Freedom itself, wild and uncontainable.
- #753
Anika
English · Girl
A gracious and sweet name with gentle warmth.
- #759
Trace
English · Unisex
A gentle mark left behind, subtle yet memorable.
- #765
Remi
French · Unisex
Oarsman, navigating life with skill and purpose.
- #783
Rio
Spanish · Unisex
River, flowing with energy and life.
- #789
Bria
English · Girl
A noble and strong one with quiet power.
- #792
Tiffany
English · Girl
A manifestation of God, bright and sparkling.
- #795
Bellamy
English · Girl
A fine friend, a name of warmth and loyalty.
- #797
Rohan
Sanskrit · Boy
A climbing name meaning ascending, rising toward greatness.
- #798
Callahan
English · Boy
A bright-headed child, clever and resourceful.
- #810
Indigo
Greek · Unisex
A name drawn from the deep blue-violet dye, Indigo is as rich and vibrant as the color it...
- #810
Vienna
English · Girl
A musical city name of elegance and culture.
- #818
Emory
German · Unisex
Industrious leader, hardworking and determined.
- #839
Thatcher
English · Boy
Roof thatcher — rugged and capable
- #852
Blaze
English · Boy
A fiery child with a burning bright spirit.
- #855
Promise
English · Girl
A pledge of hope and devotion.
- #859
Fallon
English · Girl
A leader name suggesting courage and command.
- #871
Brodie
Scottish · Boy
A ditch name meaning muddy place, rugged and natural.
- #879
Landry
English · Girl
A ruler of the land with quiet strength.
- #888
Amaris
English · Girl
A child of the moon, gentle and bright.
- #889
Zahir
Arabic · Boy
Shining, a name of visible brilliance and radiant clarity.
- #906
Aila
English · Girl
A bright and cheerful name meaning light.
- #910
Rei
Japanese · Unisex
A name meaning gratitude, beauty, or zero depending on the characters used, Rei is...
- #918
Elsa
Scandinavian · Girl
Noble and pledged to God, brave and true.
- #919
Zoya
Hindi · Girl
Means life, a vibrant name full of energy and light.
- #920
Story
English · Unisex
A literary word name that says every life is a narrative worth telling, Story is...
- #922
Jovie
American · Girl
A joyful name brimming with happiness.
- #925
Bridger
English · Boy
A bridge builder who connects hearts together.
- #935
Zola
Zulu · Girl
Means calm and tranquil, a name of soothing peace.
- #938
Trent
English · Boy
A child from the flooding river, strong-willed.
- #952
Jabari
Swahili · Boy
Brave one, a name of fearless courage and bold heart.
- #953
Landry
English · Unisex
A ruler of the land, grounded and confident.
- #955
Paola
Italian · Girl
Small but mighty, she demonstrates quiet strength.
- #959
Lyric
English · Unisex
A melody put into words, expressive and poetic.
- #961
Jillian
English · Girl
A youthful name full of energy and cheer.
- #964
Cillian
Irish · Boy
A fierce name meaning little warrior with a bright spirit.
- #972
Hadleigh
English · Girl
A heather meadow name of English countryside.
- #988
Yamileth
Spanish · Girl
Beautiful and graceful, a rare and precious gem.
- #1001
Kiera
English · Girl
A little dark one with fiery spirit.
- #1019
Merrick
English · Boy
A ruler of the sea, commanding and free.
- #1026
Zamir
Hebrew · Boy
Song, a melodious name that fills the air with music.
- #1029
Sekani
Shona · Boy
Laughter, a name of bubbling joy and infectious merriment.
- #1051
Avani
Sanskrit · Girl
Means earth, a grounding name connected to the natural world.
- #1054
Kendall
English · Boy
A child from the bright valley of the river.
- #1055
Kaya
Zulu · Girl
Means home, a name that carries the warmth of belonging.
- #1062
Reyansh
Sanskrit · Boy
A radiant name meaning a ray of light, warm and bright.
- #1069
Slade
English · Boy
A child of the valley, steady and calm.
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