Choosing a name for your baby is one of these most exciting journeys as you count down the days to their arrival.
However it can also feel a little overwhelming as you wade through all of the baby name lists featuring the most popular, traditional and modern choices out there.
If you are expecting a baby in 2027, these are the baby names we predict are going to be big. We’ve got names that are popular or are on the rise, as well as more unusual choices that are still rarely used but tap into rising baby name trends.
Whether you are looking for a name that’s well known and familiar, or something a little more rare and modern, there’s something for everyone in this list!
Names ending in O
Names ending in O have been riding high in the baby name charts for a few years now and it’s easy to see why.
The soft, gentle sound at the end lends itself so well to a baby’s name – cute and sweet.
The great thing about this particular group of baby names is the sheer volume of familiar and more unique options to check out.
Girls
Cleo. Glory.
Juno. Queen of the heavens.
Indigo. Blue dye.
Calypso. To conceal.
Hero. Brave one.
Margo. Pearl.
Shiloh. Peaceful.
Monroe. Mouth of the river.
Halo. Divine light.
Echo. Reflected sound.
Lilo. Generous one.
Cielo. Sky.
Rio. River.
Harlow. Rock hill.
Marlowe. Driftwood.
Kairo. Victorious.
Zilo. Shadow.
Saffo. Sapphire.
Boys
Leo. Lion.
Theo. Gift of God.
Milo. Gracious.
Hugo. Mind, intellect.
Enzo. Ruler of the home.
Arlo. Fortified hill.
Otto. Wealth, fortune.
Bruno. Brown.
Marco. Warlike.
Nico. Victory of the people.
Alonzo. Noble, ready.
Rio. River.
Diego. Supplanter.
Sergio. Attendant.
Paolo. Small.
Elio. Sun.
Rocco. Rest.
Benicio. Blessed.
Lucio. Light.
Cairo. Victorious.
Cool modern gender neutral names
Gender-neutral names have become one of the defining trends of modern baby naming, prized for their versatility and effortless style. Parents are increasingly drawn to choices that feel fresh and free from traditional expectations.
Many of today’s coolest unisex names blend nature and understated strength. They strike a balance between softness and edge, making them adaptable across different personalities and stages of life. These names often carry simple yet evocative meanings, adding to their appeal.
From earthy picks to sleek, contemporary favourites, gender-neutral names offer both individuality and longevity.
Arden. Valley of the eagle.
Avery. Ruler of the elves.
Bellamy. Fine friend.
Blake. Dark or pale.
Bowie. Blond.
Finley. Fair warrior.
Harlow. Rock hill.
Jude. Praised.
Kit. Bearing Christ.
Lennon. Lover.
Marlow. Driftwood.
Oak. Oak tree.
Quinn. Wise.
Remy. Oarsman.
Rowan. Little red one.
River. Flowing body of water.
Sage. Wise.
Tatum. Cheerful giver.
Classy vintage names
Classy vintage names have an enduring appeal, blending history and elegance. Many of these names are being rediscovered by modern parents who want to find names that feel timeless and strong.
They offer a sense of familiarity without feeling overused, striking the perfect balance between timeless and distinctive.
With rich meanings and strong roots, vintage names often carry a confidence that transcends trends. Here are some top picks for 2027, featuring names due a comeback and vintage names that have already been climbing the name charts.
Girls
- Adeline. Noble.
- Beatrice. Bringer of joy.
- Clara. Bright, clear.
- Cora. Maiden.
- Edith. Prosperous in war.
- Eliza. Pledged to God.
- Etta. Ruler of the home.
- Felicity. Happiness.
- Georgina. Farmer.
- Harriet. Estate ruler.
- Iris. Rainbow.
- Mabel. Lovable.
- Matilda. Battle-mighty.
- Pearl. Precious gem.
- Rosalind. Pretty rose.
- Sylvia. From the forest.
- Theodora. Gift of God.
- Vera. Truth.
- Winifred. Blessed peace.
- Agnes. Pure.
- Bronte. Thunder.
- Briony. To sprout.
- Celia. Heavenly.
- Dolly. Gift of God.
- Dorothea. Gift of God.
- Estella. Star.
- Flora. Flower.
- Louisa. Renowned warrior.
Boys
Alfred. Wise counsellor.
Arthur. Bear.
Basil. Kingly.
Bernard. Brave as a bear.
Clarence. Bright, clear.
Cyril. Lordly.
Edgar. Wealth, fortune, spear.
Ernest. Serious, determined.
Frederick. Peaceful ruler.
George. Farmer.
Harold. Army ruler.
Hugh. Mind, intellect.
Leonard. Brave lion.
Maurice. Dark-skinned.
Percival. Pierces the valley.
Rupert. Bright fame.
Stanley. Stony clearing.
Victor. Conqueror.
Walter. Army ruler.
Wilfred. Desiring peace.
Cedric. Kindly, loved.
Edmund. Wealth, protection.
Ellis. Benevolent.
Winston. Joy stone.
Names from mythology
With the rise of romantasy fiction still proving huge for book sales, we think names from mythology will also be big in the baby name charts.
These are names of heroes and heroines, plus names that feel powerful while also being interesting.
Boys
Apollo. God of music, light, prophecy
Atlas. Titan who holds up the sky. Means strength, endurance
Orion. Mythic hunter placed among the stars. Means “hunter”
Perseus. Hero who killed Medusa. Means “destroyer”
Achilles. Greatest Greek warrior. Means strength, courage
Jason. Leader of the Argonauts. Means “healer”
Ares. God of war. Means power, aggression
Hermes. Messenger of the gods. Means speed, communication
Hector. Trojan prince and warrior Means “steadfast”
Evander. Hero linked to early Rome. Means “good man”
Damon. Symbol of loyalty (Greek legend). Means trust, friendship
Leander. Means lion man.
Castor. One of the Gemini twins. Means “beaver” or strength
Phoenix. Mythical rebirth bird. Means renewal, immortality
Silas. Often linked to woodland spirits in myth-adjacent tradition. Means “forest”
Cassian. Means “hollow”
Soren. Not myth originally, but used in myth-inspired naming trends. Means “stern”
Kai. Used across multiple myth traditions (Hawaiian/Japanese/Norse-adjacent modern use). Means “sea”
Enzo. Rising myth-adjacent romantic name. Means “ruler of home”
Caspian. Means “of the sea”
Girls
Athena. Goddess of wisdom and strategy
Daphne. Nymph turned laurel tree. Means “laurel”
Selene. Goddess of the moon. Means “moon”
Iris. Goddess of the rainbow. Means “messenger”
Persephone. Queen of the underworld. Means “bringer of destruction”
Aurora. Roman goddess of dawn. Means “dawn”
Luna. Moon goddess. Means “moon”
Freya. Norse goddess of love and beauty.
Artemis. Goddess of the hunt and moon. Means independence
Penelope. Wife of Odysseus. Means “weaver”
Calliope. Muse of epic poetry. Means “beautiful voice”
Phoebe. Titan associated with prophecy and brightness. Means “bright”
Thalia. Muse of comedy and celebration. Means “to blossom”
Rhea. Titan mother of gods. Means “flowing”
Maia. Mother of Hermes. Means “great one”
Nova. “New star”.
Astra. Means “star”
Calypso. Sea nymph who kept Odysseus. Means “to conceal”
Ophelia. Means “help”
Hera. Queen of the gods. Means “protector”
Soft names
These pretty soft names are cute and sweet, but have such interesting meanings. They’re perfect if you want a name that stands out, but retains that playful softness.
Girls
Aya. Miraculous sign.
Brighton. Bright town.
Coco. Coconut; also diminutive of names like Nicole.
Darcy. From Arcy; dark one.
Eloa. Angel or messenger (literary origin).
Fern. Fern plant.
Honey. Sweet nectar.
Juniper. Juniper tree.
Nina. Little girl.
Romee. From Rome; Roman.
Saya. Clothing or silk.
Tess. Harvester of grain.
Boys
Amael. Work of God.
Aven. Meadow or grassland.
Coast. Shoreline.
Eirian. Bright, beautiful.
Elden. From the elder tree valley.
Bram. Father of many.
Ellis. Benevolent.
Elio. Sun.
Gael. Generous, joyful.
Rafe. Wolf counsel.
Lachlan. From the land of lakes.
Miles. Soldier or merciful.
Rockwell. Rocky spring.
Romeo. Pilgrim to Rome.
Fox. Fox animal; clever.
Wolfe. Wolf.
Zealand. Land of the sea.
Romantic quiet luxury names
Romantic quiet luxury names evoke softness and understated refinement. These names feel timeless rather than trendy, with a gentle, melodic quality that gives them lasting appeal.
Many draw on nature, history, and classic European influences, adding depth without feeling showy. The result is a collection of names that feel graceful and poetic.
These names are on the rise as parents look for names that feel important without being overstated – just like with the way Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy’s minimalist aesthetic is making waves.
Here are some top picks for this gorgeous name trend.
Girls
Elowen. Elm tree.
Evangeline. Bearer of good news.
Fern. Fern plant.
Flora. Flower.
Odelia. Wealth.
Shiloh. Peaceful.
Aurelia. Golden, shining light.
Isla. Island.
Eloise. Famous warrior; elegant classic form of Louise.
Celeste. Heavenly, celestial.
Violet. Purple flower symbolising refinement.
Amelie. Hardworking, industrious.
Beatrice. Bringer of joy.
Cecilia. Blind to one’s own beauty.
Clara. Bright, clear.
Elodie. Foreign riches.
Juliette. Youthful.
Livia. Olive tree.
Serena. Calm, tranquil.
Elise. Pledged to God.
Margot. Pearl.
Anneliese. Grace.
Camille. Young ceremonial attendant.
Rosalie. Rose.
Thea. Goddess.
Noelle. Christmas.
Boys
Aurelian. Golden
Emrys. Immortal.
Theodore. Gift of God.
Sebastian. Venerable, revered.
August. Majestic, great.
Julian. Youthful.
Felix. Happy, fortunate.
Leo. Lion.
Hugo. Mind, intellect.
Elias. The Lord is my God.
Arthur. Bear.
Oscar. Divine spear.
Louis. Famous warrior.
Charles. Free man.
Rowan. Little redhead.
Jasper. Treasurer.
Silas. Of the forest.
Atticus. Man of Attica.
Alistair. Defender of mankind.
Sebastien. Variant of Sebastian. Meaning revered and respected.
Nico. Victory of the people.
Raphael. God has healed.
Darwin. Dear friend.
Short bright names
Names that are short and to the point will always be popular in baby name charts, but that doesn’t mean they need to be boring.
These short and bright names are perfect if you prefer a name that is not a mouthful, but still packs plenty of punch.
Girls
Blair. Field.
Lula. Renowned warrior.
Mae/May. Bitter, pearl and beloved.
Luna. Moon.
Nova. New star.
Iris. Rainbow.
Zara. Blooming flower.
Nora. Honour.
Maya. Illusion or great.
Elsa. Noble.
Freya. Goddess of love.
Aria. Air.
Eva. Life.
Lila. Night or play.
Skye. Open sky.
Ada. Noble.
Gia. God’s gracious gift.
Belle. Beautiful.
Esme. Loved.
Noa. Motion.
Vera. Truth.
Cleo. Glory.
Mila. Gracious or dear
Boys
Kai. Sea.
Ezra. Help.
Finn. Fair or white.
Jude. Praised.
Noah. Rest, comfort.
Zane. Gift of God.
Owen. Noble born.
Luca. Light.
Asa. Healer.
Reid. Red-haired.
Jett. Black gemstone.
Kian. Ancient, enduring.
Toby. God is good.
Axel. Father of peace.
Rory. Red king.
Wes. Western meadow.
Joel. Lord is god.
