Top baby names in the U.K.

What were the most popular baby names in England?

Harry and Amelia nabbed the top spots across the pond this year, beating last year’s winners of Oliver and Olivia. We have rounded up all the top baby names in England and Wales, as well as some of our favorite celebrity English baby names.

From Victoria Beckham to One Direction to the Royal Wedding, we love all things English here in the U.S. If you are looking for a proper English baby name for your baby boy or girl, you are in luck! Much like the Social Security Administration releases its list of the top baby names in the U.S., the Office for National Statistics releases the top baby names in the U.K.

English celebrity baby names

One of our favorite celebrities from across the pond is Victoria Beckham, who recently named her daughter Harper Seven. “Victoria is a massive fan of Kate Middleton and now, finally, baby Harper is going to be her very own little princess," an insider revealed on her baby name choice. "Victoria will want her daughter to grow up to become a perfect English rose, with a gorgeous posh accent and definitely not like some spoiled Hollywood brat."

Check out more of our favorite English celebrity baby names:

• Actress Sienna Miller: Marlowe
• Jade Jagger: Amba Isis
• Spice Girl Mel B: Angel Iris
• Stella McCartney: Bailey
• Spice Girl Geri Halliwell: Bluebell Madonna
• Spice Girl Emma Bunton: Beau

If you are a huge fan of The Beatles, check out our list of Seriously Cool Beatles Baby Names, including Jude and Abbey. For those Prince William and Kate fans, check out our roundup of royal family baby names.

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We love short boy baby names! Pairing a short first name with a long last name is a great way to achieve balance in your child's full name. Alternatively, you can also set a short first name with an equally short surname — the combination often sounds fresh and cool as well as being really easy to remember.

We were inspired by cultures around the world, along with some of the less common English names. If you're seeking something a little off the beaten path, we hope you're inspired too!

Check out the best unique boy names, on the shorter side, along with their meanings>>

Short unique boy names

• Amir: This Arabic name means "prince, treetop."
• Ari: This name means "lion, eagle" and has Hebrew roots.
• Asa: A Hebrew name, this means "doctor, healer." Has Biblical roots.
• Bern: An Old German name, this means "bear."
• Coe: This is a variation of the Irish name Cowan and means "hollow in the hill."
• Dion: A Greek name, this is a shortened version of the name Dionysius, which is derived from the name of the god Dionysus .
• Enzo: This is a German variation of the name Henry and means "home ruler."
• Eli: Greek name meaning "lifting up."
• Fox: This name means what it says — "fox." Originally referred to someone who hunted or caught foxes.
• Finn: English name meaning "blond."
• Gunn: This is another version of the German name Gunther and means "battler, warrior."
• Hale: Meaning "hero, from the hall," this name has Old English roots.
• Hayes: Irish name meaning "from the hedged land."
• Kane: A Gaelic name, this means "battler."
• Knox: English name meaning "from the hills."
• Jude: Hebrew name meaning "praised one."
• Meir: A Hebrew name, this means "bright one."
• Parr: An Old English name, this means "castle park."
• Rand: This Old German name means "shield."
• Rhys: Meaning "enthusiasm," this name has Welsh roots and is another form of the name Reece.
• Taft: Of Old French origin, this means "homestead." This name has presidential history — William Howard Taft was the 26th U.S. president.
• Zane: English name meaning "gift from god."
• Zed: A Hebrew name, this is another version of the name Zedekiah and means "the Lord is just."

For more boy baby name ideas, check out our extensive list of boy names and meanings>>

Short preppy boy names

If you are looking for a short and preppy name, these names are perfect for you! In fact, you could say these boy names have swagger!

• Mills
• Blake
• Laird
• Chip
• Dex
• Cash
• Milo
• Abel
• Rhett
• Rex
• Blair
• Penn

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You want a baby girl name that is unique or trendsetting, but also one that flows well with your last name and has a meaning that is special. Let us help you narrow down your list with our picks of these beautiful girl names with great meanings.

Girl names meaning "Love"

By naming your daughter a name that means "love," you can be sure her life will be filled with love and laughter.

The following baby girl names mean love or a variation of the word:

Girl names meaning "Happy"

Can a happy name bring forth a happy child? These names definitely make us happy! Check out our top picks of baby girl names that mean Happy:

Girl names meaning "Beautiful"

Check out the following beautiful girl names for your beautiful girl:

Girl names meaning "Noble"

Your daughter will surely be noble and strong, making these names a perfect choice!

Girl names meaning "Strong"

Girl names meaning "Miracle"

If your baby girl is a miracle, why not give her one of these miraculous names?

• Karishma: Miracle
• Alazne: Miracle
• Karamat: Miracle
• Daniella: Feminine form of Daniel, who miraculously survived the den of lions in the Old Testament

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Girl names with biblical meanings

These baby girl names with biblical meanings are the perfect way to pass on your faith and beliefs to your child.

• Abigail: Old Testament name meaning "father's joy"
• Bethany: Biblical name meaning "the house of song"
• Charity: New Testament name meaning "love, faith and hope"
• Elizabeth: Hebrew name meaning "the oath or fullness of God"
• Faith: Greek name meaning "faithful"
• Judith: Latin name meaning "praised"
• Mary: Biblical name meaning "wished-for child"
• Naomi: Hebrew name meaning "beautiful; agreeable"
• Phoebe: American name meaning "the shining one"
• Tabitha: Biblical name from the Old Testament meaning "gazelle, beauty, grace"

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Biblical baby names have remained a popular choice for parents throughout the years, as evident by the top baby names of the year from the Social Security Administration. The biblical name Jacob has been the most popular boy baby name for 13 years in a row! The name Isabella, which is a Hebrew name meaning “consecrated to God,” has been at the top of the list for many years.

Spiritual baby names

Another idea when searching for a biblical baby name is to consider a spiritual or a virtue baby name that describes a characteristic you hope your child will have. For girls, some great names include Faith, Hope, Grace, Mercy, Trinity or Charity. There aren’t quite as many options for boys with virtue names, however the names Justice or Chance are both great options.

The baby girl name Nevaeh, which is heaven spelled backwards, is actually ranked number 35 on the Social Security Administration’ s list of the top 100 baby names of the year. Jessica Alba gave both her daughters the spiritual names Honor and Haven, as did Gwyneth Paltrow who named her son Moses. Many parents of siblings or twins are opting to give all their children spiritual names.

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Our list of famous October birthday baby names shows everyone from pop stars to presidents and even American heroes . Your baby may also join the list of U.S. Presidents this month. There are also whole lists of celebrities who share a spooky birthday on Halloween, October 31. Whether you have a birthday this month or are expecting a baby in the month of October, check out your birthday twin!

October 31

• Willow Smith
• Vanilla Ice
• Dermot Mulroney
• Michael Landon
• Director Peter Jackson
• Christopher Columbus
• John Keats

October horoscopes and holidays

As far as horoscopes for this month, if you were born between September 23 and October 22 you are a Libra. If you were born between October 23 and November 21 then you are a Scorpio. Halloween is the most popular holiday this month on October 31, however you may not want to miss National Chocolate Cupcake Day on October 18! Canada celebrates Thanksgiving on October 8, while here in the U.S. we celebrate Columbus Day on that day.

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As the election draws near we thought it would be the perfect time to round out our favorite Democratic baby names. In case you are a little fuzzy on your U.S. history, the Democratic Party is one of the oldest political parties in the world, getting its start in the early 1790s. Andrew Jackson is considered the first president of the Democratic Party, so it is only fitting to start our baby name list with the names of U.S. presidents.

Democratic U.S. presidents

There have been fifteen Democratic presidents of the United States, with five serving two full terms and John F. Kennedy sadly being assassinated before he completed his full first term. These names are All-American and strong — and could be the perfect presidential name for your future leader.

Top baby names in “blue” states

A “blue” state refers to those states that historically are more likely to vote Democratic, while a “red” state refers to those that are more likely to vote Republican. We have rounded up some of the most popular baby names, according to the Social Security Administration, in those “blue” states.

In the blue state of Massachusetts, the top boy names are William, Benjamin, Jacob, Michael and Ryan, while the top girl names are Sophia, Olivia, Isabella, Emma and Ava. In New York, Michael is the top name followed by Jacob, Jayden, Matthew and Joseph rounding out the top five. The top girl names in New York are the same as Massachusetts, only with a slightly different order.

In Connecticut, Alexander is the top name, while Sophia again reigns supreme. What about California? Jacob and Sophia are the top names in the Golden Coast, while Michigan’s top names are Mason and Olivia.

We see a couple of new names in the top five for the blue state of Hawaii, with Noah, Mason, Elijah, Aiden and Ethan the top names for boys and Sophia, Olivia, Chloe, Emma and Isabella the top names for girls.

Unique and liberal baby names

The following baby names are unique and cool — and perfect for your left-winged baby. Even if your child ends up leaning more to the right, these names are still great names that will help your child stand out in a crowd

For those who are fans of the GOP, check out our list of Republican baby names here >>

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As the election draws near we thought it was the perfect time to round up our list of Republican baby names.

In case history class is a bit fuzzy, the Republican Party was actually founded by anti-slavery activists in 1854 and Abraham Lincoln was the first Republican president. Besides this being a great question for Jeopardy, we thought it was also a good place to start when rounding up Republican baby names.

Names of Republican presidents of the U.S.

Since Abraham Lincoln took office in 1861, there have been 18 Republican presidents of the United States thus far. Perhaps one of these names is the perfect choice for your future leader of the GOP?

It remains to be seen if the current Presidential nominee, Mitt Romney, will add his name to the list of Republican presidents of the United States.

Top baby names in “red states”

A “red state” refers to those states in the United States who primarily vote for the Republican Party, while a “blue state” refers to those states that vote primarily for a Democratic Party. There is also the “swing states” where the majority doesn’t support either party.

According to Wikipedia, the following states are considered “red states” so we thought it would be fun to take a look at the top baby names in these regions:

In Utah, the top girl names are Olivia, Sophia, Emma, Lily and Abigail, while the top boy names are Mason, William, James, Jacob and Samuel. The red state of Nebraska’s top girl name is Emma, while Mason is also the top name followed by Jackson.

In Kansas, they also love the name Mason for a boy, while Sophia is tops in this Midwestern state. What about Texas? The home state of the Bush family loves the names Sophia, Isabella, Emma, Mia and Emily for girls and Jacob, Jayden, Daniel, Jose or David for boys.

Classic All-American baby names

The following All-American baby names are cool and classic and perfect for your future Republican baby! Even if your child falls a little more to the left than you do, these traditional names are great names that never go out of style.

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Cool and quirky baby names

These cool names will have your friends saying, “Why didn’t I think of that?” They are unique and full of whimsy — and are names that are outside of the box, but aren’t too weird or “out there.” Check out these cool and quirky girl and boy baby names:

Fresh and fun baby names

If you are tired of seeing the same stale baby names, then this list is for you! These fresh baby names are hand-picked and guaranteed to be fun and playful — just like the baby boy or girl you will have!

Retro names full of whimsy

We borrowed these baby names from your great-grandmother and great-grandfather! Retro names are full of whimsy and old-fashioned sensibilities. These names are considered vintage — which means they are retro classics that will never go out of style.

Short and sassy names

Short and sassy names have a soft spot with us! They are playful and whimsical, not to mention being easy to spell and pronounce. You also won’t have to worry about your child’s name being shortened into some weird nickname. These names may be small, but they pack a big punch!

Whimsical names from classic literature

Hipster alert! These baby names instantly have cool factor because they are taken directly from classic literature. Flip through your favorite novel — or check out some of these great picks:

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Looking for the perfect baby name for your little pumpkin? These names are perfect if you are looking for a Halloween-inspired name or have a baby born in the month of October. From cool edgy names to unique names from movies , grab a pen and paper and start creating a list of your favorite names.

One fun way to find a unique baby name is to search for names by meaning. Not only is black the color that never goes out of style, but it is wicked cool! Check out the following boy and girl names that mean “black”:

Gray is also a cool color that can inspire baby names, such as Grayson or various shades of the color, such as Slate or Ash .

Check out more of the meaning and the origins of your favorite baby names on our SheKnows Baby Names Central >>

Be inspired by some of your favorite movies or book characters when searching for a cool baby name. Although the names from Twilight are overused , there are plenty of other unique names that just might end up at the top of your baby name list.

The children’s Goosebumps books are full of kid-friendly scary fun written by R.L. Stine. Check out the following cool names from the Goosebumps series:

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Your son will be the coolest kid on the playground with this list of tough baby names for boys. Whether you are hunting for a name that is unique — or one that’s more of a classic name, we’ve got you covered!

Unique boy names with an edge

The following tough baby names with an edge are totally rock-star cool, yet are also fairly easy to spell and pronounce. As you may notice, looking for names with an “x” or “z” instantly gives them a more unique sound.

Boy names with tough meanings

You can also search for boy names by looking at their meanings. The following boy names mean “powerful" or "rough."

For more ideas, check out the following boy names that mean "strong:"

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Rugged and cool baby names

The following boy names are rugged and cool, with a country twang you will love. We got some baby name inspiration from some famous country singers, including John Rich who named his two boys the cool western names of Cash and Colt.

Brad Paisley named his two boys William Huckleberry and Jasper Warren .

Southern belle Reese Witherspoon just named her newborn son after her home state — Tennessee James. She may call him Tennessee — or perhaps she will shorten it to TJ?

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As much as we love summer, there is something about the cooler weather and the anticipation of the holidays that puts us in the festive spirit. If you are expecting an autumn baby, perhaps you should consider naming your baby girl or baby boy one of these fall-inspired baby names.

Starting with the obvious, the name Autumn is a pretty name for your baby girl. It is an English name that very appropriately means, “born in the fall; the fall season.”

If you are feeling brave, you can also consider the months of autumn as unique baby names, including September, October or November. If using them as a first name seems too unusual, consider using them as a middle name. The name October is the month that is given the most as a name, however the other months would make cool choices as well if you want a more unique name.

Nature names inspired by fall

For those nature-loving parents, perhaps one of these nature names inspired by autumn is right up your alley? Some of the names on this list are unique, while other names on this list are more classic names you may have forgotten about.

Names inspired by fall colors

Colorful baby names are a hot new baby name trend, thanks in part to celebrities such as Beyonce who named her daughter Blue Ivy and Alicia Silverstone who named her son Bear Blu. The color blue is not the only cool and colorful name, however! Check out these baby names inspired by all the gorgeous colors of fall:

Thanksgiving inspired names

We have also rounded up baby names inspired by the Thanksgiving holiday. The early American settlers — the pilgrims — had unique names perfect for your baby boy or baby girl:

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If you are expecting a baby in the month of November, you may be wondering who your child will share a birthday with. From American icons to Hollywood legends and current stars, check out the famous birthday names in the month of November. You can even click on the name to find out the meaning and origin of the names, as well!

November holidays and horoscopes

The most famous popular holiday in the month of November is Thanksgiving, which falls on the fourth Thursday of the month. All Saint’s Day and Day of the Dead fall on November 1, while All Soul’s Day is on November 2.

As far as horoscopes, if you are born between October 23 and November 21 you are a Scorpio. If you are born between November 22 through December 21 you are a Sagittarius.

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If you have a bun in the oven with a due date in November, you should consider a Thanksgiving inspired baby name. After all, Thanksgiving is a wonderful time of year to reconnect with friends and family and to be thankful for the blessings in life. Check out these Thanksgiving inspired baby girl names and baby boy names perfect for your lil' pumpkin.

Native American baby names

In the Native American culture, names weren't given to children until they were older and they were chosen based on a significant event that happened in their young life. These names are not only unique, but have wonderful meanings. Check out our pick of Native American baby names:

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Early American or pilgrim baby names

The very first Thanksgiving was a three-day feast with pilgrims and Native Americans celebrating a bountiful harvest. Check out these wonderful old-fashioned baby names from those early settlers.

Food and spice names

Why not let the wonderful food and spices of Thanksgiving inspire your baby name choices? Spices not only add flavor to your food, but they make spicy baby names as well. After all, sugar and spice and everything nice — that is what little girls are made of!

Ginger, Pepper, Barley, Cinnamon, Saffron, Rosemary or Sage would make a unique first or middle name for your baby. Gwyneth Paltrow named her daughter Apple, which we admit is quite unusual. However, names like Peach, Plum, Cherry or Pumpkin would make a cute name or nickname for your Thanksgiving baby.

Baby names that mean "thankful"

There are a handful of unique baby names that mean "thankful" — and what better way to be inspired by Thanksgiving? Baby girl names that mean "thankful" include the Egyptian name Jendayi and the African nameShakira, while boy names that mean "thankful" include the Old English name Jaden and the African name Zikomo.

Check out more baby names with Thanksgiving-inspired meanings:

• Thanos: Greek boy name meaning "noble"
• Jose: Spanish boy name meaning "may God give increase"
• Timothy: Greek boy name meaning "giving honor"
• Nedivah: Hebrew girl name meaning "giving"
• Basimah: Arabic name meaning "one who is giving a smile"
• Pensee: French girl name meaning "thoughtful"
  

Since Thanksgiving is a time for reconnecting with family, why not look at your family tree or talk to your grandparents for a family name that you can pass down to your child? This name would not only be meaningful, but would be a great family tradition.

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If you are looking for a baby name that has an exotic sound to it, look no further than our list of unique baby names from around the world.

Irish and Welsh names

Irish names have a great melodic sound making them a popular choice for parents here in the U.S. Some traditional Irish names, however, can be tricky to pronounce — for example the name Niamh is pronounced like “Neve” and Aoife is pronounced “ee-fa.” The following girl and boy Irish names are a great choice because they are fairly easy to pronounce and spell:

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Spicy Spanish names

Spanish baby names have a spicy flair that you are sure to love! Many of these names have great meanings that add to their appeal. Click on the names to get more information on origin and meaning!

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Unique German names

German baby names are unique with a modern sound to them. These edgy names are perfect for your baby girl or baby boy. Many German names use a “K” instead of a “C” — for example Eric and Erik or Jessica and Jessika.

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Romantic French names

French baby names are romantic, sophisticated and are simply tres magnifique! Check out some of our top picks:

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Cool names from around the world

Want more exotic baby name choices? We have searched from one end of the globe to the other to bring you these truly cool baby names from around the world.

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Floral names are a beautiful choice for a baby name. They are whimsical, unique and fun! Floral baby names for girls are abundant, as who wouldn’t want to name their daughter after a gorgeous flower? For boys, we have found cool boy names with floral-inspired meanings, as well as some cool tree and nature-inspired names.

Flower names for girls

Be warned! It might be hard to pick just one of these beautiful baby girl names. Whether you want a name that has a more vintage sound to it or one that is unique and edgy, you will have no problem finding plenty of choices.

What about flower names for boys?

The selection is much more limited when searching for a masculine sounding floral baby name. The name Aster, after the genus of flowering plants that include the Sea Aster is a cool choice. You could also go with the unique name of Fox or Foxx after the Foxglove flower.

Another great option is to pick a name that has a floral meaning, such as:

You can also look at tree and bush names for more options:

Celebrities with floral baby names

Chef Jamie Oliver wins the prize for most floral baby names, as he has three daughters named Poppy Honey Rosie, Daisy Boo Pamela and Petal Blossom Rainbow. Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner have one daughter named Violet and the other named Seraphina Rose.

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We found some weird or unique baby names that are destined to be the coolest names in preschool! Did you love Beyonce’s baby name choice of Blue Ivy, while everyone else was talking about how weird it was? Were you wishing you had thought of the name Seven, after Victoria Beckham named her daughter Harper Seven? Let us help you find a truly unique baby name!

There is something about a short baby name that instantly ups its cool factor. Shorter names can help balance out a long last name, and are often easy to spell and pronounce.

Bohemian mamas unite! Some people may think these names are a little unusual, but we think they are pretty darn cool. Get out your incense and tie-dye shirt and check out the following cool, hippie baby names.

Even if you don’t watch daytime soap operas, it’s hard to deny the fact that the characters have some cool and unique names. You just may fall in love with some of these names, even if you can’t quite follow the story line.

Celebrities are the gold standard for finding baby names that are weird, but totally cool.

Mariska Hargitay let the calendar inspire her when she named her son the cool name of August. Will Ferrell went a little rock and roll when he named his son Axel. Here are a few more wonderfully weird celebrity boy names:

• Bastian: Jeremy Sisto
• Cosimo: Singer Beck
• Flynn: Miranda Kerr and Orlando Bloom
• Hawkins: Tony Romo
• Jagger: Joe Don Rooney

Drea De Matteo gave her daughter the cool bohemian name Alabama Gypsy Rose, while Mark McGrath chose the cool name Hartley. Here are more unique celebrity baby names we secretly like:

• India Pearl: Marchesa designer Georgina Chapman
• Keeva: Alyson Hannigan
• Locklyn: Vince Vaughn
• Lourdes: Madonna
• Luna: Constance Marie

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Retro boy names

Biblical baby names have dominated the charts from the 1800's to modern times.

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Retro names for girls

These retro girl names, straight from the list of top baby girl names from the 1800's, are full of classic, yet surprisingly modern sounding, baby names.

Here are our top picks for retro baby names for girls:

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Old Hollywood baby names

We can also find great retro baby names by looking at the popular celebrities in the 1930's. Some standouts include:

Baby Names from Literature

Take a look back at classic books and the character names for some wonderful names with a retro feel. Names such as Atticus , Gatsby , Holden and Phineas for boys. For girls, consider Jane , Ophelia , Portia , Lily or Hester .

You can also take a look back at your own family tree. Not only may these names have a wonderful retro sound to them, but passing on a family name is a wonderful way to stay connected to the past while moving toward the future.

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Irish Girl names

Irish girl names are a popular choice for parents here in the United States -- and we can see why! Check out these beautiful and feminine Irish girl names.

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French Girl Names

These French girl names are romantic with beautiful meanings. Check out some of our top picks of names that will be perfect for your little French rose.

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Spanish girl names

Many Americans can speak Spanish, making these delightful names a popular choice. Check out our picks of Spanish girl names for your little bebe.

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Italian girl names

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The Kennedy family came together when Irish-Americans Joseph Kennedy Sr. and Rose Elizabeth Fitzgerald married. The family has since become known for their contribution to politics, with the election of John F. Kennedy in 1960, to their glamorous lifestyle with Jackie Onassis and the famous “Kennedy Compound” in Hyannis Port, Massachusetts. Along with the glamour, came the tragedies, including the plane crash that killed John F. Kennedy Jr., as well as the assassination of his father JFK.

It is hard to deny the iconic status of the Kennedy family leading to our fascination of this All-American family that continues today. We pulled together some of our favorite baby names inspired by the Kennedy family.

The name Kennedy

The most obvious choice for a name after this iconic family is the name Kennedy. This name is actually classified as a baby boy name of Irish origin that means “helmeted.”

It is interesting to note, however, that Kennedy is actually a more popular name for baby girls! It has been steadily moving up the charts, with it ranked 139 on the Social Security Administration’s list of popular baby names in 2000 — and has moved up to number 90 on the most recent list.

The alternative spelling of Kennedi is ranked at number 445.

The new generation of Kennedy names

The Kennedy family continues to grow, with many of the fifth generation kids having four or five kids each!

Conor, the son of Robert Kennedy, has been in the news lately for dating Taylor Swift. The name Conor is an Irish name, as are many of the Kennedy names as a nod to their heritage.

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'Tis the season for holiday babies! December is full of famous birthdays, including Brad Pitt, Christina Aguilera, Katie Holmes and Steven Spielberg — who all share a birthday on the same day! Korean “Gangnam Style” singer PSY and Olympic star Gabby Douglas celebrate their birthdays on New Year’s Eve. Find out who is born on Christmas Day and more in our list of famous December birthday baby names.

Click on the names to find the meaning and origin of each of them.

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• Donna Summer
• "Gangnam Style" singer PSY
• Henri Matisse
• Gabby Douglas

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