Today, we're talking about the top baby names trending in 2023. Whether you're looking for vintage names, popular names, or modern names, we've got you covered. Vintage names are definitely making a comeback this year, and we're seeing a lot of parents choose names that were popular in the early 1900s.

Our list is unique in that it not only takes a good snapshot of historic trending names, it also lists some fresh names from our panel of expert baby name pickers, odds are you probably haven’t heard any of these before and thus you have a pretty good chance of setting the next trend.

So, without further ado, let's take a look at the top baby names of 2023.

Vintage Names

  1. Arthur - This classic name has been making a comeback in recent years, and it's showing no signs of slowing down.
  2. Clara - A vintage name that's becoming popular again, Clara has a beautiful, classic sound to it.
  3. Eleanor - This name has been gaining popularity in recent years, thanks to Eleanor Nancy Macpherson better known as Australian model, businesswoman, television host, and actress, Elle Macpherson.
  4. Henry - A classic name that's been around for centuries, Henry is a strong and timeless choice.
  5. Ruby - This vintage name has been making a comeback in recent years, and it's easy to see why. Ruby has a beautiful, old-fashioned charm to it.

 

Popular Names

  1. Liam - Liam has been a popular name for a few years now, thanks to the Australian actor Liam Hemsworth and it shows no signs of slowing down in 2023.
  2. Ava - A beautiful and popular name, Ava is a great choice for parents who want a name that's both modern and classic.
  3. Jackson - This name has been a popular choice for a while now, and it's not hard to see why. Jackson has a strong, masculine sound to it.
  4. Sophia - A classic name that's been popular for years, Sophia is still a top choice for parents in 2023.
  5. William - Another classic name that's been popular for centuries, William is a timeless choice that's always in style.

 

Names Making a Comeback

  1. Agatha - A name that's been out of style for a while, Agatha is starting to make a comeback in 2023.
  2. August - This name has been gaining popularity in recent years, and it's a great choice for parents who want a unique and modern name.
  3. Beatrice - A vintage name that's making a comeback, Beatrice has a beautiful, classic sound to it.
  4. Harriet - This name has been out of style for a while, but it's starting to make a comeback in 2023. Harriet has a strong, feminine sound to it.
  5. Roscoe - A unique and modern name, Roscoe is starting to gain popularity in 2023.

 

Unisex Names

We're also seeing a rise in unisex names, as more parents are choosing names that can be used for both boys and girls especially if they are keeping the baby's sex a surprise until birth. Here are some new predicted names to become popular by the end of 2023:

  1. Amara - A classic from the 1900s climbing the charts.
  2. Aurora - A vintage making its comeback and soon hoping to trend.
  3. Delilah - A sweet unisex name been going around, but still staying strong.
  4. Luna - Luna has been such a favorite in 2023. 
  5. Niamh - #trending is all we can say about this one.
  6. Beckett - A solid modern unisex name for 2023.
  7. Finnegan - A rather popular choice for 2023.
  8. Harvey - Another name that is going strong for 2023.
  9. Phoenix - A unisex name climbing the charts fast and furiously.
  10. Remy - This name has a smooth ring to it. Watch it closely as we expect it to top the charts in 2023.
  11. Avery - A unisex name that's been popular for a while now, Avery is a great choice for parents who want a name that works for both boys and girls.
  12. Charlie - Another unisex name that's been around for a while, Charlie is a great choice for parents who want a gender-neutral name.
  13. Jordan - This unisex name has been around for decades, and it's still a popular choice in 2023.
  14. Phoenix - A modern and unique unisex name, Phoenix is a great choice for parents who want something a little different.
  15. Taylor - Another classic unisex name that's been around for decades, Taylor is still a popular choice in 2023.

 

Names Becoming Popular

  1. Adeline – Classic but never old is making a debut right now.
  2. Atticus - A modern take on a classic name, Jasper is starting to gain popularity in 2023.
  3. Clio - This unique and modern name has been gaining popularity in recent years, and it's likely to become even more popular by the end of 2023.
  4. Lark - A unique and modern name, Lark is starting to gain popularity as a nature-inspired name.
  5. Quinn - This unisex name has been gaining popularity in recent years, and is no secret to our ears.

 

Color Inspired Names

In addition to these chart topper names, here is our surprise list of color-inspired names that are so unique and unheard of that most people don’t even know how to pronounce some of them. If you’re looking for something unique you’ve just found it!

 

  1. Chartreuse
  2. Magenta
  3. Hazel
  4. Violet
  5. Hugo
  6. Vermilion
  7. Verdigris
  8. Titian
  9. Cattleya
  10. Smalt
  11. Damask 
  12. Jasper
  13. Bittersweet
  14. Rue
  15. Cyan

 

There you have it!

Whether you're looking for vintage names, popular names, names making a comeback, or unisex names, these are some of the top baby names that are trending in 2023.

Happy naming!