Top 100 Most Popular Baby Boy & Baby Girl Names In The US

Welcome to the World! Top 100 Baby Girl & Boy Names for 2024 in the US

Congratulations on your upcoming arrival! Choosing a baby name is an exciting adventure, and with countless possibilities, it can also feel overwhelming. This guide is here to help you navigate the world of "baby girl names" and "baby boy names" with the latest trends and timeless favorites from the US in 2024.

Top 100 Baby Girl Names With Meaning

Picking the perfect name for your little princess can feel like royalty in itself. Here's a peek at the top 100 contenders, brimming with charm and meaning:

1. Olivia - "Olive tree"
2. Emma - "Whole" or "universal"
3. Ava - "Bird" or "life"
4. Charlotte - "Free man" or "petite"
5. Sophia - "Wisdom"
6. Amelia - "Industrious" or "striving"
7. Isabella - "God is my oath"
8. Mia - "Mine" or "bitter"
9. Harper - Occupational surname for someone who played the harp
10. Evelyn - "Desired" or "wished for"
11. Abigail - "Father's joy"
12. Emily - "Industrious" or "rival"
13. Elizabeth - "Pledged to God" or "oath of God"
14. Mila - "Gracious" or "dear"
15. Ella - "Light" or "beautiful fairy woman"
16. Avery - "Ruler of the elves"
17. Scarlett - "Red"
18. Camila - "Perfect" or "noble"
19. Luna - "Moon"
20. Sofia - "Wisdom"
21. Aria - "Air" or "song"
22. Grace - "God's favor" or "grace"
23. Lily - "Lily flower"
24. Chloe - "Green shoot"
25. Penelope - "Weaver"
26. Layla - "Night"
27. Riley - "Courageous" or "valiant"
28. Zoey - "Life"
29. Nora - "Honor" or "light"
30. Eleanor - "Bright, shining one"
31. Hannah - "Gracious" or "favor"
32. Addison - "Son of Adam"
33. Stella - "Star"
34. Savannah - "Treeless plain"
35. Natalie - "Christmas Day"
36. Skylar - "Scholar" or "eternal life"
37. Violet - "Purple/blue flower"
38. Bella - "Beautiful"
39. Aurora - "Dawn"
40. Paisley - "Church"
41. Brooklyn - "Broken land"
42. Ellie - "Shining light" or "bright one"
43. Hazel - "Hazelnut tree"
44. Audrey - "Noble strength"
45. Claire - "Clear" or "bright"
46. Lucy - "Light"
47. Anna - "Grace" or "favor"
48. Caroline - "Free man"
49. Samantha - "Listener" or "flower"
50. Aaliyah - "Exalted" or "high"
51. Maya - "Illusion" or "water"
52. Naomi - "Pleasantness" or "delight"
53. Zoe - "Life"
54. Peyton - "Village warrior"
55. Ariana - "Most holy"
56. Eva - "Life" or "living one"
57. Leah - "Weary" or "tired"
58. Hailey - "Hay's meadow"
59. Katherine - "Pure" or "clear"
60. Sophie - "Wisdom"
61. Claire - "Clear" or "bright"
62. Faith - "Belief" or "trust"
63. Gabriella - "God is my strength"
64. Madeline - "Woman from Magdala"
65. Vanessa - "Butterfly"
66. Genesis - "Beginning" or "origin"
67. Morgan - "Sea-born" or "circling sea"
68. Ruby - "Red gemstone"
69. Alice - "Noble" or "of the nobility"
70. Josephine - "God will add"
71. Ashley - "Ash tree clearing"
72. Lillian - "Lily" or "of the lily"
73. Autumn - "Season of harvest"
74. Sadie - "Princess" or "fortunate"
75. Eliana - "My God has answered"
76. Clara - "Bright" or "clear"
77. Julia - "Youthful" or "downy"
78. Taylor - "Tailor" or "to cut"
79. Willow - "Willow tree"
80. Kinsley - "King's meadow"
81. Reagan - "Little ruler"
82. Elena - "Bright" or "shining light"
83. Vivian - "Alive" or "lively"
84. Lydia - "From Lydia" or "noble one"
85. Madelyn - "Woman from Magdala"
86. Piper - "Flute player"
87. Jocelyn - "Joyous"
88. Ruby - "Red gemstone"
89. Caroline - "Free man"
90. Katherine - "Pure" or "clear"
91. Eliana - "My God has answered"
92. Eliana - "My God has answered"
93. Alice - "Noble" or "of the nobility"
94. Sadie - "Princess" or "fortunate"
95. Quinn - "Descendant of Conn" or "chief leader"
96. Arianna - "Most holy"
97. Kaylee - "Pure" or "clear"
98. Madeline - "Woman from Magdala"
99. Alexa - "Defender of mankind"
100. Savannah - "Treeless plain"

Top 100 Baby Boy Names With Meaning

Welcoming a baby boy is a cause for celebration. Here are the top 10 boy names that parents favored in 2023, each with a strong and handsome aura:

1. Liam - "Strong-willed warrior" or "protector"
2. Noah - "Rest" or "comfort"
3. Oliver - "Olive tree"
4. Elijah - "My God is Yahweh"
5. William - "Resolute protection"
6. James - "Supplanter"
7. Benjamin - "Son of the right hand"
8. Lucas - "Bringer of light"
9. Henry - "Ruler of the household"
10. Alexander - "Defender of the people"
11. Ethan - "Strong" or "enduring"
12. Mason - "Worker in stone"
13. Michael - "Who is like God?"
14. Daniel - "God is my judge"
15. Jacob - "Supplanter"
16. Logan - "Little hollow"
17. Jackson - "Son of Jack"
18. Sebastian - "Venerable" or "revered"
19. Aiden - "Fiery"
20. Matthew - "Gift of God"
21. David - "Beloved"
22. Joseph - "May God add/increase"
23. Carter - "Cart driver"
24. Jayden - "Thankful" or "God has heard"
25. Wyatt - "Guide" or "brave in war"
26. Gabriel - "God is my strength"
27. Owen - "Youthful" or "well-born"
28. Samuel - "Name of God" or "heard by God"
29. John - "God is gracious"
30. Luke - "Light-giving" or "illumination"
31. Isaac - "He will laugh"
32. Dylan - "Son of the sea" or "son of the waves"
33. Grayson - "Son of the steward"
34. Jack - "God is gracious"
35. Levi - "Joined" or "attached"
36. Julian - "Youthful"
37. Caleb - "Whole-hearted" or "devotion to God"
38. Nathan - "Given by God"
39. Hunter - "One who hunts"
40. Christian - "Follower of Christ"
41. Anthony - "Priceless" or "highly praiseworthy"
42. Lincoln - "Settlement by the pool"
43. Joshua - "God is salvation"
44. Christopher - "Bearer of Christ"
45. Andrew - "Manly" or "brave"
46. Theodore - "Gift of God"
47. Eli - "Ascended" or "uplifted"
48. Mateo - "Gift of God"
49. Aaron - "High mountain" or "exalted"
50. Isaiah - "Yahweh is salvation"
51. Thomas - "Twin"
52. Charles - "Free man"
53. Connor - "Lover of hounds" or "wolf lover"
54. Josiah - "Yahweh supports" or "whom Yahweh heals"
55. Hudson - "Son of Hugh" or "son of the hooded man"
56. Jordan - "To flow down" or "descend"
57. Dominic - "Belonging to the Lord"
58. Elias - "Yahweh is my God"
59. Cameron - "Crooked nose" or "bent nose"
60. Ezra - "Help" or "helper"
61. Colton - "From the dark town" or "coal town"
62. Gavin - "White hawk" or "little falcon"
63. Asher - "Happy" or "blessed"
64. Ian - "Yahweh is gracious"
65. Wyatt - "Guide" or "brave in war"
66. Nathaniel - "Gift of God"
67. Ryder - "Knight" or "mounted warrior"
68. Leo - "Lion"
69. Lincoln - "Settlement by the pool"
70. Christian - "Follower of Christ"
71. Landon - "Long hill"
72. Jonathan - "God has given"
73. Nolan - "Noble" or "famous"
74. Aaron - "High mountain" or "exalted"
75. Hunter - "One who hunts"
76. Carter - "Cart driver"
77. Isaiah - "Yahweh is salvation"
78. Robert - "Bright fame" or "famed"
79. Jaxon - "Son of Jack"
80. Angel - "Messenger of God"
81. Austin - "Great" or "magnificent"
82. Ezekiel - "God will strengthen"
83. Cooper - "Barrel maker"
84. Adrian - "From Hadria" or "dark one"
85. Kevin - "Handsome" or "gentle"
86. Zachary - "Yahweh remembers"
87. Tyler - "Tile maker" or "roofing"
88. Ayden - "Little fire"
89. Chase - "Hunter" or "huntsman"
90. Elias - "Yahweh is my God"
91. Roman - "Citizen of Rome"
92. Leonardo - "Brave lion"
93. Grayson - "Son of the steward"
94. Sawyer - "Woodcutter" or "woodworker"
95. Ian - "Yahweh is gracious"
96. Miles - "Soldier" or "merciful"
97. Jason - "Healer"
98. Colton - "From the dark town" or "coal town"
99. Parker - "Park keeper"
100. Carson - "Son of Carr" or "son of the marsh-dwellers"

Looking for even more inspiration? We've got you covered. Explore the full list of the top 100 baby girl & boy names for 2024, with their beautiful meanings and origins to spark your creativity: Social Security Administration's baby name data (https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/) and websites like BabyCenter (https://www.babycenter.com/baby-names/most-popular/top-baby-names-2023)

Beyond the Charts: Finding Your Perfect Match

While these lists provide a springboard for your baby naming journey, remember, the most beautiful name is the one that resonates with you and your partner. Here are some additional tips to personalize your search:

• Family Connections: Consider honoring a cherished family member with a middle name or a variation of a family name.
• Cultural Background: Explore names that hold significance within your cultural heritage.
• Meaningful Match: Research the meaning behind a name - does it hold a special message for your growing family?
• Say it Out Loud: Does the name flow well with your last name? How does it sound as a nickname?
• Avoid Initials Mishaps: Double-check for any unintended combinations with your last name.

Ultimately, the joy of choosing a baby name lies in the exploration and connection it fosters. So take your time, embrace your preferences, and let these top 100 names be your launching pad for finding the perfect fit for your precious little one. Congratulations again, and best wishes as you welcome your bundle of joy into the world!