Popular Baby Names Today

Baby names of the past were taken from family members, close neighbors, the Bible and an occasional character from a book. The majority of the population had only a limited number of baby names.

Today, the top tier baby names account for only a small percentage of children, while more unique names cover the majority. The meaning of a baby name has become secondary or not important at all in today's society. As a matter of fact, many of the more popular names don't even have meanings. Name associations have become more important to parents today. Baby names associated with negativity are avoided while names associated with positive thoughts are high in demand. Popular singers, movie stars and movie characters influence many of today's most fashionable baby names.

Most parents are searching for baby names that sound good, are a bit unique and will be liked by their peers. First names today are much like trendy fashions. Once a baby name becomes fashionable, it's gobbled up by thousands of parents, and when it becomes unfashionable, it is avoided like the plague. Make sure you choose a baby name that will pass the test of time.

So, whether you're honoring a relative with a conventional name or beating your head against the wall trying to create the next unique baby name, remember one thing, your baby will grow up with this name for the rest of their lives.

Choosing the Perfect Baby Name

Does it sound good
Say the baby name over and over, if it sounds good add it to your list. This is the name that you will be screaming 50 times a day, 365 days a year for 60 years.

Positive associations
Make sure the baby name brings positive associations to both parents. Avoid old love interests, relatives you don't like and bad characters from your favorite sitcoms.

Is it fashionable
Avoid trendy, but look for a baby name that fits well with the times.

Will it grow with your child
Your baby name should sound just as good for an adult at the age of 43 as it does for a baby at the age of 3.

Can it be pronounced
If you decide on a really unique baby name, write the name down and ask co-workers if they can pronounce it.

Consider the spelling
If you use a unique spelling that no one has ever seen, you will have a baby name with a spelling that no one has ever seen.

Flows well with your last name
The first and last name together should have a good tempo. Will your child run out of breath reciting their full name?

Great initials
A great set of initials makes for a great bath towel. Take your time in choosing the perfect baby name.

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