Popular American baby names for boys and girls
American baby names — like its people — are a wonderful blend of nationalities. The most popular monikers can trace their origins to Greece, Sweden, Israel and beyond. Here are the name, meaning and origin for the most popular boy and girl names in the U.S.
Top 10 baby girl names in America
Sophia – Greek origin, means Wisdom
Isabella – Hebrew, Italian and Shakespearean roots, means Devoted to God
Emma – English and Teutonic meaning is Whole; Swedish meaning is Nurse
Olivia – American meaning is Twelfth Night; Spanish and Swedish meaning is Olive
Ava – American meaning is Iniquity; English meaning is Living One
Emily – French, German and Teutonic origins, means Industrious or Hard-working
Abigail – the Biblical meaning is Father’s joy
Madison – American name derived from Matilda, which means Strong fighter
Mia – Latin, Italian, Spanish and Israeli roots, the abbreviation of Maria; feminine abbreviation of Michael, means Wished for
Chloe – Biblical, means Green herb or green shoot
Top 10 baby boy names in America
Jacob – a Biblical name, means That supplants, Undermines, The Heel
Mason – English and French origins, means Stone worker or Worker in stone
William – English, French, Teutonic and Shakespearean roots, means Determined protector or Resolute protector
Jayden – English origin, contemporary spelling variant of the name Jadon
Noah – a Biblical name, means Repose; Consolation
Michael – the Biblical meaning is Poor; Humble; the Hebrew meaning is Who is like God?
Ethan – Biblical, means Strong; The gift of the island
Alexander – Swedish, Greek and Biblical roots, means Defender of Men
Aiden – Celtic origin, means Fiery
Daniel – Biblical, Hebrew and Irish origins, means God is my judge
On the next page, you’ll find some of the most popular African-American baby names…
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Popular African-American baby names for boys and girls
Many parents of African-American babies want to find an ethnic name with significant meaning in black culture. Doing so preserves the legacy of our ancestors while giving the child a unique and distinct name.
Top African-American baby names for girls
Aisha – a baby name of Muslim origin, means Life or Lively
Aliyah – American meaning is Immigrant to a new home; Muslim meaning is Exalted; alternate spelling: Aaliyah
Tamara – a name of Hebrew origin, means Palm tree; alternate spelling: Tamarah
Davina – an African-American baby name with Hebrew and English origins, means Beloved or Cherished; alternate spelling: Davinah
Serena – an African-American name of Italian and Spanish origins, means Calm, Tranquil, Serene
Zakiyyah – a Muslim baby name, means Sharp, Intellectual, Pure, Pious
Lakeisha – an English baby name, means Joyful; alternate spelling: Laquetia
Beyonce – an African-American name of English origin, means One who is beyond others
Kayla – a baby name of Greek origin, means Pure; alternate spelling: Kaylah
Diamond – a name of English origin, means Bridge protector
Top African-American baby names for boys
Demarco – an African-American baby name, means Of Mark
Chikae – an African-American name, means God’s power
Deion – an African-American baby name, means God; alternate spellings include Deon and Dion
Lamar – American meaning is Of the sea; French meaning is Famous land; alternate spelling: Lamarr
Malik – an Arabic baby name, means Master
Darius – a baby name with Egyptian, Greek and Biblical roots; the American meaning is Pharaoh
Alonzo – a name with Italian, German and Teutonic roots; the American meaning is Eager for war
Demond – an African-American baby name, means Of man
Elon – an African-American baby name, means Oak, Strong; Biblical meaning is Spirit
Taye – an African-American baby name of Ethiopian origin, means One who has been seen
Check out the next page for the top Celtic baby names...
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Popular Celtic baby names for boys and girls
Celtic baby names are growing increasingly popular outside their traditional areas. Modern-day Celtic languages — Irish, Welsh, Breton, Scottish Gaelic, Cornish and Manx — feature unique spellings and can be difficult for non-natives to pronounce. Check out these legendary Celtic baby names:
Top Celtic baby names for girls
Aine – a Celtic baby name of Irish Gaelic origin, means Little fire
Betha – a Celtic girl name, means Life
Deirdre – a Celtic baby name with Gaelic roots, means Broken-hearted, sorrowful
Enid – a Celtic name of Arthurian Legend, means Fair
Maeve – Celtic meaning is A mythical queen; American meaning is Joy
Melvina – a Celtic name of Gaelic origin, means Smooth brow; feminine version of Melvin
Epona – a Latin baby name, means Protectress of horses
Orla – a baby name of Celtic, Gaelic and Irish origins, means Golden
Sabrina – a baby girl name of English and Italian origins, means From the border
Ula – Celtic meaning is Wealthy; American meaning is Sea Jewel; Scandinavian meaning is Abbreviation of Eulalie
Top Celtic baby names for boys
Aengus – the Irish Gaelic form of the name Angus, means Exceptionally strong
Eoghan – the Irish Gaelic form of the name Owen, means Youth
Donaghy – a Celtic baby name, means Strong fighter or Brown Warrior
Gildas – a Celtic baby name, means Serves God
Kimball – a Welsh baby name, means Bold kin/family
Rankin – an English baby name, means Little shield
Niall – a name of Celtic, Gaelic and Scottish origins, means Champion
Moore – a baby name of Irish and French origins, means Dark-skinned
Pembroke – a Welsh name, means Lives in the headland
Tremain – a baby boy name of Welsh and English origins, means From the big town; alternate spelling: Tremaine
Check out the next page for popular French baby names...
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Popular French baby names for boys and girls
The French have always distinguished themselves with class, and these classy baby names pay tribute to their origin:
Top French baby names for girls
Clara – a French baby name, means Bright
Manon – a French name, means Which is a’bitter
Chloe – a French name, means Green herb
Camille – A French baby name, means Temple servant
Anais – a French baby name with Latin and Hebrew roots, means Grace
Lucie – a French name, means Light
Marie – a French baby name, means Bitter
Julie – a Latin name, means Downy; the French form of Julia
Zoe – a French baby name with Greek roots, means Life or Alive
Justine – an American name with French roots, means Upright, Fair
Top French baby names for boys
Nathanael – a French name with Biblical roots, means Gift of God
Hugo – a French baby name of Teutonic origin, means Thinker or Intelligent
Louis – a name of French origin, means Famous fighter
Theo – a name with Greek roots, means God given
Alexandre – a French baby name, means Defender
Antoine – a Latin name, means Highly praiseworthy; a French form of Anthony
Paul – a French baby name with Biblical roots, means Small or Little
Baptiste – a French baby name, means Baptizer
Jules – the French form of Julius, means Youthful
Ethan – an American baby name with French roots, means Strong or Constant
Check out the next page for the popular Irish baby names...
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Popular Irish baby names for boys and girls
If you're looking for a unique baby name for your boy or girl, consider an Irish name. These melodic names are rich in culture.
Top Irish baby names for girls
Aislin – an Irish name, means Vision
Amelia – a Teutonic baby name, means Defender
Caitlin – an Irish baby name with Greek roots, means Pure; alternate spellings: Kaitlin, Kaitlyn
Hannah – an Irish name with Biblical roots, means Favor
Kiera – an Irish name, means Dark-haired; feminine form of the Irish Gaelic name Kieran
Leah – an Irish baby name of Biblical origin, means Meadow
Mollie – an Irish baby name derived from the Gaelic name Maili, means Bitter; alternate spellings: Molli, Molly
Riley – an Irish unisex name, means Valiant
Shannon – an Irish name, means Little old wise one
Teagan – an Irish baby name, means Good looking
Top Irish baby names for boys
Aiden – an Irish baby name with Celtic roots, means Fiery; alternate spelling: Aidan
Brendan – an Irish baby name with Celtic and Gaelic origins, means Brave or Prince; alternate spellings include Brenden and Brendon
Connor – an Irish baby name, means Full of desire
Dyllan – an Irish name, means From the sea; alternate spelling Dyllon
Galen – a baby name with Irish and English origins, means Lively
Ian – an Irish name of Hebrew origin, means Gift from God; the Gaelic form of the name John
Liam – an Irish baby name, means Helmeted
Patrick – an Irish boy name, means Noble
Ryan – an Irish name with Gaelic roots, means Kingly
Sean – an Irish baby name, means Gift from God
Check out the next page for the top Indian baby names...
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Popular Indian baby names for boys and girls
Many Indian names are based on the Hindu religion and are Sanskrit in origin. Others are adopted from various national origins and still others come from everyday words and suffixes.
Top Indian baby names for girls
Aditi – an Indian name, means Free in Hindi, Sanskrit
Ahalya – an Indian baby name, means Night
Ananya – an Indian baby name, means One-of-a-kind, unique
Anika – an Indian baby name with Dutch roots, means Grace
Damayanti – an Indian baby name, means Princess
Jayanti – an Indian baby name, means Victory
Kailasa – an Indian name, means Silver mountain
Rana – an Indian baby name, means Behold
Riya – an Indian baby name, means Singer in Sanskrit
Sara – an Indian name, means Pure or Happy
Top Indian baby names for boys
Aja – an Indian baby name, means Goat
Asad – an Indian baby name, means Fortunate or Lion
Isha – an Indian baby name, means Master, Lord in Sanskrit
Kali – an Indian name, means Black
Krishna – an Indian baby name, means Black, Dark in Sanskrit
Neelam – an Indian baby name, means Sapphire or Blue in Sanskrit
Om – an Indian baby name, a sacred Sanskrit syllable represents the range of sounds the human voice can make
Rajnish – an Indian baby name, means King of the gods
Ravi – an Indian and Hindi baby name, means Sun
Vrishni – an Indian baby name, means Manly
Check out the next page for the top Italian baby names...
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Popular Italian baby names for boys and girls
Italian is revered as one of the most beautiful languages on earth — and Italian baby names hold true to this high standard. These wonderfully traditional baby names are Italy's most popular.
Top Italian baby names for girls
Maria – an Italian baby name, means Love’s labours lost
Anna – a name of English origin that is popular in Italy, means King
Giuseppina – a name of Hebrew origin that is popular in Italy, means He shall add
Rosa – an Italian baby name, means Rose or Flower
Angela – an Italian baby girl name, means Messenger of God or Angel
Giovanna – an Italian baby name, means Gift from God
Teresa – an Italian baby name, means Reap; derived from Therasia
Lucia – an Italian baby name, means Graceful light
Carmela – an Italian name, means Golden
Caterina – an Italian baby name, means Pure, form of the Greek name Catherine
Francesca – a popular Italian baby name of Latin origin, means Free one; feminine form of French name Francis
Top Italian baby names for boys
Giuseppe – an Italian baby name, means He shall add
Giovanni – an Italian baby name, means Gift from God
Antonio – an Italian name, means Worthy of praise
Mario – an Italian baby name, means Bitter
Luigi – an Italian baby name, means Renowned fighter; Italian form of the French name Louis
Francesco – an Italian baby name, means Free one; derived from the Latin name Francis
Angelo – an Italian baby name, means Messenger; derived from Biblical name for Spirit messengers
Vincenzo – an Italian name, means Conquering
Pietro – an Italian baby name, means Rock
Salvatore – an Italian baby boy name, means Savior
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Popular Spanish baby names for boys and girls
The beautiful language of Espanol offers exotic and romantic names that may be just right for your baby girl or boy.
Top Spanish baby names for girls
Sofia – a popular Spanish baby name of Greek origin, means Wise
Valentina – a Spanish baby name, means Brave or Strong; feminine of Valentinus
Isabella – a Spanish baby name of Hebrew origin, means Consecrated to God
Camila – a Spanish/Latin baby name, means Attendant
Valeria – a Spanish/Latin name, means Brave
Mariana – a Spanish/Latin baby name, means All’s well that ends well
Gabriela – a Spanish baby name of Hebrew origin, means God’s able-bodied one; feminine of Gabriel
Sara – a Spanish name of Hebrew origin, means Soul
Daniella – a Spanish/Latin name, means God is judge
Maria Jose – a Spanish baby name, means Bitter
Top Spanish baby names for boys
Santiago – a Spanish baby name, means Saint James
Sebastián – a Spanish/Latin baby name, means Revered
Matías – a Spanish name, means Gift of God
Nicholas – a Spanish baby name, means People’s victory
Samuel – a Spanish name with Biblical roots, means God has heard
Alejandro – a Spanish baby name with Greek roots, means Defender of mankind
Matthew – a Spanish baby name with Biblical and Shakespearean roots, means Reward or Gift of God
Diego – a Spanish baby name, means Supplanter; the Hispanic version of James
Benjamin – a baby name of English origin that is popular in Spain, means Son of the right hand
Daniel – a baby name of Hebrew origin that is currently popular in Spain, means Attractive