From a decade preceding it, the top baby girl names were Isabella, Emily, and Emma, all vowel names. In the year 2000, ten of the top 20 baby girl names were vowel names. In the late 70s and 80s, consonant names were mostly used. Vowel baby names are hugely popular, but it was not the case always. Sky is another popular name that’s steadily climbing the popularity charts. Like Fay and Beth, Lynn is one of the functional, but colorless names. Qwinn is a short and sweet name for your little one. Ryn:Īt the age of one- syllable baby names, Ryn is a short and sweet nickname that has now found a new lease of life. Levi has become extremely popular of late, rather surprisingly. Eli:Įli is an ancient, Biblical name with a clean and simple elegance. The Oscar-winning actor has given the name Leo a cinematic appeal. Leonardo is the Portuguese, Italian, and Spanish variant of the German, English, and Dutch name ‘Leonard.’ 13. This nautical-themed name looks better in theory than in reality. Lee is a crisp and classic name suitable for both girls and boys. Its contemporary Jordan is more famous now, but nothing can replace George. Just imagine your child in a boater and bow-tie. Beau:īeau is a quintessentially Southern gentleman’s name. When Jacob, a sweet and sensitive boy, turns into the captain of the crew, he’ll most probably turn into Jake. The name Owen has a cool and confident demeanor, just like the actor, Oliver Wilson. This literary name has had a resurgence lately. Asher:Īsher is a popular and contemporary Biblical name. Cut down to Addie for a perfect nickname. Addison:Īddison is a preppy and funky baby boy name. The name Evan has a dependable, masculine and virtuous ring to it. Isaac is short but sturdy, just like a piece of Scandinavian furniture. Elijah is derived from the Hebrew name ‘Eliyyahu,’ which means “Yahweh is my God.” 14.

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