Finding the Perfect 2025 Baby Name

Finding the perfect baby name is a challenge. It can feel overwhelming considering all the possibilities and responsibility, but the process is very fun and exciting! There any many ways to pick a name. You can look at the trending, unique, and traditional names below for inspiration. Plus, at the end of this blog we are sharing our secret tip to getting the right name!

Popular Names

Traditional Names

Traditional names have stood the test of time. Most traditional names carry deep historical, cultural, or religious significance. Also, traditional names can connect your child to family heritage.

Some traditional name ideas are:

James – “supplanter” - Hebrew 

William – "resolute protector” - German 

Henry  - “estate ruler” – German

John  “God is gracious” – Hebrew

Charles - “free man” – Germanic

Elizabeth - “God is my oath” – Hebrew

Katherine - “pure” – Greek  

Margaret - “pearl” – Greek 

Grace - “grace” or “favor” – Latin 

Anna - “grace” – Hebrew 

Mary - “beloved” or “rebellious” – Hebrew 

Most Unique

A unique name can make a child feel special. A parent may want to pick an unique name because it is a name that not many children have, and trendy names can become overused quickly. 

Some unique name ideas (with their meanings!) are:

Cyrus - “sun” - Persian

Daxton - "warrior who conquers great obstacles” - Modern American

Emerson - “powerful and brave" - English

Quinn - "wise" -Celtic 

Tatum - “cheerful and full of life” - British Isles

Yara - "Small butterfly" - Arabic/Tupi

Zarina - “Golden” or “Princess” - Persian

So how do you pick a name?

It depends on each person! Do you want a name with significance? Have you considered family and heritage? Do you like traditional, modern, or unique names? Make a short list and sit with it! Discuss with your partner or even your family members. Don't feel pressured as the right name will feel right in your gut! Some families don't name the child until a few days after they are born. 

Our Secret Tip

A fun tip is to use the name when you order take out or coffee. The employee will shout our your baby's name. This gives you an example of the name used in the real world. You can listen to the name said out loud and see if it is pronounced correctly by others. Plus, it can help you narrow down your list to what feels more natural. Hearing others use the name triggers a different part in the brain rather than reading it on paper. Try it out!