Noah and Olivia continue their streak as the most popular baby names of 2025, according to BabyCenter's latest annual baby name report. The rankings are based on data from more than 350,000 babies born in 2025 to parents using the BabyCenter app.
For Olivia, this marks an impressive five consecutive years at the top of the list since 2021. Noah, meanwhile, held strong as the most popular name for boys in 2025. These two names remain clear favorites among parents.
Shifts in the Top 10 and Newcomers to the List
This year saw some notable changes in the top 10 names for both boys and girls. Among girls, Eliana surged from No. 14 to No. 7, and Aurora cracked the top 10 for the first time, landing at No. 9. For boys, Luca made its debut in the top 10, ousting Leo from the list.
The report also highlighted intriguing newcomers to the top 100 names. For girls, seven additional names with a mix of "vintage, cottagecore, and modern flair" made the list. These included Juniper, Oaklynn, Sienna, and Eloise. Boys’ names saw trends reflecting "strong classics with spiritual and ancient roots", with Malachi, Ali, and Arthur among the new entries.
The Most Popular Baby Names of 2025
Top 10 Girl Names:
- Olivia
- Amelia
- Sophia
- Emma
- Isabella
- Charlotte
- Eliana
- Ellie
- Aurora
- Mia
Top 10 Boy Names:
- Noah
- Liam
- Oliver
- Elijah
- Mateo
- Levi
- Lucas
- Ezra
- Asher
- Luca
Pop Culture and Aesthetic Influences on Baby Names
Parents in 2025 drew inspiration for baby names from a wide array of cultural influences, ranging from music and television to literature and sports. "This is the first year of Generation Beta babies", said Robin Hilmantel, senior director of editorial strategy & growth at BabyCenter. "Our data shows how deeply pop culture – down to popular TikTok aesthetics – are widening new parents’ circles of influence. The baby naming process has gotten so much more creative, while also sticking to long-held rules – like if a name is embroiled in controversy, we’ll see it drop from the spotlight."
Some of the specific trends noted in the report include:
- Country music-inspired names: Rose, Jane, Miley, Willie, and Austin are rising, bolstered by popular artists like Beyoncé and her hit "Cowboy Carter."
- Y2K nostalgia: Names like Nick, Lance, and Howie from the "Backstreet Boys" era are making a comeback.
- Television: Popular shows such as Severance and The Pitt are influencing name choices. Characters like Helena, Samira, Heather, and Cassie are inspiring parents.
- Sports: NBA and WNBA players are leaving their mark. Oklahoma City Thunder-inspired names like Jalen, Jaylin, Isaiah, and Dillon are trending, as are WNBA stars’ names like Courtney, Kelsey, and Natasha.
- Classic literature: The timeless appeal of works such as The Great Gatsby, which celebrated its 100th anniversary this year, is reflected in names like Jay, Daisy, Buchanan, and Baker. Other literary favorites include Sawyer and Finn (from Mark Twain’s novels) and Holden (from The Catcher in the Rye).
Meanwhile, certain name trends are fading. Boy names ending in "-y" appear to be losing popularity, with names like Vinny, Grady, Murphy, and Kody on the decline this year.
BabyCenter's report not only highlights the creativity of today’s parents but also offers a glimpse into the cultural movements shaping the names of the next generation. As naming trends continue to evolve, 2025’s list serves as a compelling snapshot of the names that resonate most with new parents today.
