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.
- #2987
Lior
Hebrew · Boy
My light, a radiant name of warmth and illumination.
- #3031
Nadir
Arabic · Boy
Rare, a name of uncommon value and precious scarcity.
- #3108
Adi
Hebrew · Unisex
A precious jewel, valued and admired.
- #3213
Deniz
Turkish · Girl
The sea itself, vast and full of wonder.
- #3298
Pace
English · Boy
A peaceful child who moves through life gently.
- #3360
Tanvi
Sanskrit · Girl
Means beautiful and delicate, a name of slender grace.
- #3373
Sora
Japanese · Unisex
The endless sky, open and free.
- #3380
Divya
Sanskrit · Girl
Means divine light, a radiant name of heavenly beauty.
- #3420
Yalitza
Spanish · Girl
A noble princess, dignified and full of quiet power.
- #3466
Yannick
French · Boy
God is gracious, a name of divine generosity and favor.
- #3474
Agam
Hebrew · Unisex
A calm lake, still and reflective.
- #3484
Fiadh
Irish · Girl
Wild and free, like a deer in the glen.
- #3492
Fallon
Irish · Unisex
Descended from a leader, courageous and bold.
- #3511
Talya
Hebrew · Girl
Means dew from heaven, a name as fresh as morning.
- #3541
Ayomide
Yoruba · Boy
My joy has arrived, a name of welcomed happiness and celebration.
- #3568
Hadley
English · Boy
A child from the heather-covered meadow.
- #3568
Hadley
English · Unisex
From the heather meadow, bright and open.
- #3600
Ilaria
Italian · Girl
Cheerful and happy, her laughter fills every room.
- #3605
Jelani
Swahili · Girl
Means mighty, a powerful name for a strong spirit.
- #3629
Vesper
English · Girl
An evening star, quiet and luminous.
- #3745
Mazin
Arabic · Boy
Rain clouds, a name of gathering abundance and refreshing showers.
- #3799
Stefania
Italian · Girl
Crowned with honor, she wears dignity beautifully.
- #3812
Greer
English · Boy
A watchful and vigilant child, ever alert.
- #3942
Matan
Hebrew · Boy
Gift, a name of pure generosity and treasured arrival.
- #3943
Maxime
French · Boy
The greatest, a name that reaches for the highest peak.
- #3946
Nadav
Hebrew · Boy
Generous one, a name that speaks of open-hearted giving.
- #4034
Venice
English · Girl
A city of canals and romantic beauty.
- #4138
Harbor
English · Unisex
A place of shelter and safe arrival.
- #4161
Esha
Sanskrit · Girl
Means desire, a name of passion and heartfelt longing.
- #4204
Sandro
Italian · Boy
A defender of mankind, courageous and deeply caring.
- #4223
Zuri
Swahili · Unisex
Beautiful in every way, inside and out.
- #4223
Zuri
Swahili · Boy
Beautiful, a name of striking loveliness and captivating charm.
- #4240
Azul
Spanish · Unisex
The color of the clear sky and deep ocean.
- #4348
Riku
Japanese · Boy
A grounded name meaning land and earth, strong and steady.
- #4615
Marlowe
English · Boy
A child from the drained lake, dramatic and bold.
- #4784
Ryo
Japanese · Boy
A crisp name meaning refreshing coolness and clarity.
- #4784
Ryo
Japanese · Unisex
A refreshing coolness, clear and invigorating.
- #4879
Idan
Hebrew · Boy
Era or time, a name marking a new and hopeful age.
- #4895
Soichi
Japanese · Boy
A creative name meaning inventive first son.
- #4937
Nizar
Arabic · Boy
Small and precious, a name of delicate value and distinction.
- #4966
Tobi
Yoruba · Boy
God is great, a name of divine grandeur and thankful worship.
- #5025
Donatella
Italian · Girl
A beautiful gift, given to the world with love.
- #5055
Haruki
Japanese · Unisex
A child of shining spring light.
- #5106
Dinos
Greek · Boy
A terrible lizard, fierce and ancient in spirit.
- #5107
Maven
English · Unisex
One who understands deeply and shares wisdom freely.
- #5386
Manal
Arabic · Girl
Means achievement, a name that celebrates reaching one's goals.
- #5391
Zoran
Serbian · Boy
A dawn name meaning dawn and daybreak, fresh and hopeful.
- #5408
Orli
Hebrew · Girl
Means my light, a sparkling name that shines brightly.
- #5568
Navid
Persian · Boy
Good news, a name heralding joy and happy tidings.
- #5574
Omid
Persian · Boy
Hope, a name that carries tomorrow's promise in its gentle sound.
- #5582
Roni
Hebrew · Girl
Means my joy, a spirited name full of laughter.
- #5612
Vanesa
Spanish · Girl
A butterfly emerging, transformed and beautifully free.
- #5665
Dunya
Arabic · Girl
Means the world, a vast and expansive name of possibility.
- #5791
Kelsey
English · Unisex
From the ship's island, bold and adventurous.
- #5800
Zawadi
Swahili · Girl
Means gift, a name celebrating the treasure of a new child.
- #5845
Nima
Persian · Boy
Just, a name of fairness and balanced judgment.
- #5914
Walid
Arabic · Boy
Newborn, a name celebrating fresh arrival and new life.
- #5945
Liat
Hebrew · Girl
Means you are mine, a tender name of belonging.
- #6113
Inessa
French · Girl
Pure and gentle, she moves through life with soft grace.
- #6268
Adi
Hebrew · Girl
Means my jewel, a tiny name of tremendous value.
- #6283
Asahi
Japanese · Unisex
The morning sun rising over the horizon.
- #6454
Mehran
Persian · Boy
Kind, a name of gentle disposition and benevolent nature.
- #6538
Wale
Yoruba · Boy
Come home, a name of welcoming warmth and homeward calling.
- #6608
Galon
Hebrew · Boy
Wave, a name of fluid strength and rhythmic motion.
- #6621
Bastien
French · Boy
A revered soul whose dignity inspires quiet admiration.
- #6759
Zikomo
Swahili · Boy
Thank you, a name of grateful heart and appreciative soul.
- #6878
Ramin
Persian · Boy
Joy, a musical hero's name of melodious happiness and love.
- #6992
Ola
Yoruba · Boy
Wealth, a name of abundance and prosperous living.
- #7026
Pouya
Persian · Boy
Seeker, a name of intellectual curiosity and earnest searching.
- #7058
Junho
Korean · Boy
A handsome name meaning talented and heroic spirit.
- #7166
Akane
Japanese · Girl
Means deep red, a name of vivid and passionate color.
- #7174
Jimin
Korean · Unisex
A clever and ambitious spirit with purpose.
- #7209
Tunde
Yoruba · Boy
Returns again, a name of cyclical blessing and renewal.
- #7284
Minato
Japanese · Boy
A name meaning harbor, suggesting shelter and safe homecoming.
- #7286
Hila
Hebrew · Girl
Means halo or aura, a glowing name of gentle light.
- #7439
Ainsley
English · Boy
A child from the hermitage in the clearing.
- #7439
Ainsley
Irish · Unisex
From one's own meadow, peaceful and content.
- #7463
Triana
Spanish · Girl
From the land beyond the river, adventurous and bold.
- #7625
Hikari
Japanese · Girl
Means light, a radiant name that brightens every path.
- #7718
Kayode
Yoruba · Boy
He brought joy, a name of happiness delivered to the family.
- #7752
Diallo
Hausa · Boy
Bold, a name of courageous action and fearless spirit.
- #7952
Yuto
Japanese · Boy
A gentle name meaning superiority and soaring flight.
- #7995
Sou
Japanese · Unisex
A fresh and creative spirit, inventive and bold.
- #8021
Hooman
Persian · Boy
Good soul, a name of beautiful spirit and kind essence.
- #8025
Donya
Persian · Girl
Means the world, a name of grand and open possibility.
- #8051
Ayo
Yoruba · Boy
Joy, a small bright name of happiness and delight.
- #8066
Haru
Japanese · Girl
Means spring, a fresh name of renewal and warmth.
- #8444
Nissim
Hebrew · Boy
Miracles, a name celebrating wonders and divine surprises.
- #8564
Tarun
Sanskrit · Boy
A youthful name meaning young and tender, fresh and vibrant.
- #8569
Thanos
Greek · Boy
Immortal, a name that endures beyond the limits of time.
- #8623
Yotam
Hebrew · Boy
God is perfect, a name of divine completeness and wholeness.
- #8665
Maelys
French · Girl
A princess of gentle bearing, she carries herself with poise.
- #8705
Shachar
Hebrew · Boy
Dawn, a name that breaks like morning light over the hills.
- #8821
Suki
English · Girl
A beloved name, sweet and endearing.
- #8836
Yusei
Japanese · Boy
A starlit name meaning superior and brilliant like a star.
- #9300
Genki
Japanese · Boy
A lively name meaning energetic and full of spirit.
- #9351
Jimin
Korean · Girl
A sharp and wise purpose fulfilled with grace.
- #9392
Tomer
Hebrew · Boy
Palm tree, a tall and stately name reaching toward the sky.
- #9427
Lavanya
Sanskrit · Girl
Means grace and beauty, a name of effortless elegance.
- #9431
Xolani
Zulu · Boy
Please forgive, a name of mercy and compassionate understanding.
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