Popular Baby Names 2023

Hey there, fellow baby name enthusiasts! It’s time to discover the most popular baby names 2023 that parents are choosing for their little ones. And let me tell you, the options for this year are absolutely fabulous! From classic names with a modern twist to unique monikers that will stop you in your tracks, this year’s most popular baby names list has it all.

So, whether you’re expecting a new little bub or just love a good name game, stick around because we’re about to dive into the most popular baby names of 2023. Trust me, you won’t want to miss out on what’s trendy and what’s sticking around.

Equality & Inclusivity in Baby Names Lists

Before we dive in, a little sidenote about how we’ve listed the names.

[In a woke society, there is a growing emphasis on equality and inclusivity. However, splitting baby name lists into girls and boys is not an expression of discrimination, but rather a practical approach to help parents narrow down their choices when selecting a name for their child.

Gender-specific names have a long history and cultural significance in many societies. In some cases, they are linked to traditional gender roles and expectations. However, many parents today are choosing to give their children gender-neutral or unisex names as a way of challenging traditional norms and promoting gender equality.

By providing separate lists of popular names for girls and boys, we are simply offering a convenient way for parents to search for names that are typically associated with their child’s gender. We acknowledge that gender identity is complex and not always binary.

Ultimately, the decision to choose a baby name is a deeply personal one and should reflect the parents’ values, beliefs, and cultural background. Whether a name is traditionally feminine or masculine, or gender-neutral, what matters most is that it is chosen with love and care for the child who will carry it for a lifetime.]

Girls Names

Aria (Hebrew) – “lioness”
Ava (Latin) – “bird”
Bella (Italian) – “beautiful”
Camila (Spanish) – “attendant”
Charlotte (French) – “free man”
Chloe (Greek) – “blooming”
Elizabeth (Hebrew) – “pledged to God”
Ella (German) – “all”
Emilia (Latin) – “rival”
Emma (German) – “universal”
Eva (Hebrew) – “life”
Evelyn (English) – “wished for child”
Harper (English) – “harpist”
Hazel (English) – “hazel tree”
Isabella (Italian) – “God is my oath”
Lila (Arabic) – “night”
Lily (English) – “pure”
Luna (Italian) – “moon”
Maya (Hebrew) – “water”
Mia (Scandinavian) – “mine”
Mila (Slavic) – “gracious”
Naomi (Hebrew) – “pleasantness”
Nora (Irish) – “light”
Olivia (Latin) – “olive tree”
Penelope (Greek) – “weaver”
Riley (Irish) – “courageous”
Scarlett (English) – “red”
Sienna (Italian) – “orange-red”
Sofia (Greek) – “wisdom”
Stella (Latin) – “star”
Valentina (Latin) – “healthy, strong”
Victoria (Latin) – “victory”
Violet (English) – “purple”
Willow (English) – “willow tree”
Zoey (Greek) – “life”
Abigail (Hebrew) – “father’s joy”
Addison (English) – “son of Adam”
Amelia (German) – “work”
Aubrey (French) – “elf ruler”
Audrey (English) – “noble strength”
Brooklyn (American) – “water”
Caroline (French) – “free woman”
Claire (French) – “bright, clear”
Eleanor (English) – “bright, shining one”
Ellie (Greek) – “shining light”
Emery (German) – “industrious leader”
Grace (Latin) – “graceful”
Hannah (Hebrew) – “grace”
Harper (English) – “harpist”
Peyton (Irish) – “fighting warrior”

Boys Names

Liam (Irish) – “strong-willed warrior”
Noah (Hebrew) – “rest, comfort”
Ethan (Hebrew) – “firm, strong”
Aiden (Irish) – “fiery one”
Jackson (English) – “son of Jack”
Caden (Irish) – “fighter”
Grayson (English) – “son of the bailiff”
Lucas (Latin) – “bright, shining”
Oliver (English) – “olive tree”
Mason (English) – “worker in stone”
Elijah (Hebrew) – “Yahweh is my God”
Logan (Scottish) – “little hollow”
Daniel (Hebrew) – “God is my judge”
William (Germanic) – “resolute protector”
Benjamin (Hebrew) – “son of the right hand”
Samuel (Hebrew) – l”God has heard”
Michael (Hebrew) – “who is like God?”
Alexander (Greek) – “defender of the people”
Owen (Welsh) – “youthful warrior”
Isaac (Hebrew) – “laughter”
Gabriel (Hebrew) – “God is my strength”
Henry (Germanic) – “ruler of the household”
David (Hebrew) – “beloved”
Wyatt (English) – “brave in war”
Sebastian (Greek) – “venerable”
Julian (Latin) – “youthful”
Matthew (Hebrew) – “gift of God”
Joseph (Hebrew) – “God will increase”
Levi (Hebrew) – “joined, attached”
Nicholas (Greek) – “victory of the people”
Leo (Latin) – “lion”
Adam (Hebrew) – “man”
Theodore (Greek) – “gift of God”
Christopher (Greek) – “Christ-bearer”
Andrew (Greek) – “manly”
Max (Latin) – “greatest”
Elijah (Hebrew) – “Yahweh is my God”
Evan (Welsh) – “God is gracious”
Samuel (Hebrew) – “God has heard”
Isaac (Hebrew) – “laughter”
Dominic (Latin) – “of the Lord”
Jasper (Persian) – “treasurer”
Julian (Latin) – “youthful”
Felix (Latin) – “happy, fortunate”
Nathaniel (Hebrew) – “gift of God”
Asher (Hebrew) – “happy, blessed”
Jonah (Hebrew) – “dove”
August (Latin) – “great, magnificent”
Kai (Hawaiian) – “sea”
Miles (Latin) – “soldier”

Gender-Neutral Names

Avery – (English) – “ruler of the elves”
Charlie – (English) – “free man”
Riley – (Irish) – “valiant”
Quinn – (Irish) – “wise”
Jordan – (Hebrew) “to flow down”
Hayden – (English) – “heather-grown hill”
Rowan – (Scottish) – “little red one”
Finley – (Irish) – “fair-haired hero”
Skylar – (English) – “sheltering sky”
Casey – (Irish) – “vigilant”
Robin – (English) – “bright fame”
Payton – (English) – “fighting man’s estate”
Morgan – (Welsh) – “bright sea”
Sage – (English) – “wise one”
Kai – (Hawaiian) – “sea”
Jamie – (English) – “supplanter”
Taylor -(English) – “to cut”
Cameron – (Scottish) – “crooked nose”
Emerson – (English) – “son of a brave one”
Reese – (Welsh) – “ardent, fiery”
Dakota – (Native American) – “friendly one”
Parker – (English) – “keeper of the park”
Morgan – (Welsh) – “sea chief”
Sage – (Latin)- “wise”
Skylar – (Dutch) – “scholar”
Blake – (English) – “fair-haired”
Eden – (Hebrew) – “delight”
Elliot – (English) – “the Lord is my God”
Jamie – (Hebrew) – “may God protect”
Jordan – (Greek) – “to descend”
Kai – (Japanese) – “ocean”
Kennedy – (Irish) – “helmeted chief”
Logan – (Scottish) – “small hollow”
Jamie – (French) – “supplanter”
Milan – (Slavic) – “gracious, dear”
Morgan – (Breton) – “dweller of the sea”
Nico – (Greek) – “victory of the people”
Oakley – (English) – “meadow of oak trees”
Quinn – (Celtic) – “counsel, reason”
Ray – (English) – “wise protector”
Reese – (Welsh) – “ardent, fiery”
Phoenix – (Greek) – “dark red”
Riley – (English) – “valiant”
Rowan – (Gaelic) – “red-haired”
Sage – (French) – “wise one”
Skylar – (Scandinavian) – “eternal life”
Spencer – (English) – “steward, dispenser of goods”
Sawyer – (English) – “woodcutter, sawer of wood”
Tatum – (Old English) – “enclosure wall”
Taylor – (French) – “tailor”

Things To Consider When Naming Your Baby

Well, you’ve made it to the end. We hope you’ve stumbled upon the perfect name for your new little one, or at least had your inspiration fired up to create your own unique name. Nowadays pretty much anything goes. A few things to consider when choosing a baby name:

Does the baby name allow for growth?
How popular is your baby name pick?
Do you want a unique baby name?
Do you want to honour a family member with your baby’s name?
Do you like all of the possible nicknames?
Do you and your partner agree on a baby name?

It’s a big decision that someone you love has to live with for the rest of their life. Luckily you have 9 whole months to consider your options and pick a name that you will all love.

If you have any tips on choosing a name, or you know of a great name that’s not on the list please share it in the comments. You might just help tip the scales for someone.

Thanks for reading x

Equality & Inclusivity in Baby Names Lists