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Most Popular Baby Names 2019–2026

A snapshot of the names parents in the Baby Notebook community are choosing for their children. See the top 10 below, then get the full top-200 with meanings and movers, free by email.

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Top 10 community all-time

  1. 01

    Latin · "olive tree"

    Olivia: A beloved, popular favorite, a true community staple.

  2. 02

    French · "free man"

    Charlotte: A beloved, enduring favorite, always a community staple.

  3. 03

    Old French · "olive tree"

    Oliver remains a beloved community favorite, a true staple.

  4. 04

    Hebrew · "rest, comfort"

    Noah remains a beloved favorite, a true community staple.

  5. 05

    Irish · "resolute protector"

    Liam remains a beloved favorite, a true community staple.

  6. 06

    Germanic · "work, industrious, striving"

    Amelia: a beloved, enduring favorite, always gracing our Baby Notebook community.

  7. 07

    English · "Hugh's son"

    Hudson remains a beloved community favorite, a true staple.

  8. 08

    English · "one who plays the harp"

    Harper remains a beloved community favorite, a true staple.

  9. 09

    Germanic · "universal or whole"

    Emma: a beloved, enduring favorite, a true community staple.

  10. 10

    Germanic · "home ruler"

    Henry: A beloved, popular classic, consistently a community favorite.

About this scope

In the ever-shifting landscape of baby names, one thing has become remarkably clear: we love a classic. A glance at this year’s top names reveals a community drawn to choices that are both elegant and enduring. Topping the charts are the luminous Olivia and the regal Charlotte for girls, with the friendly Oliver and timeless Noah leading for boys. These are not fleeting fads but names with deep roots and a gentle, sophisticated charm that parents are embracing with confidence.

The story of stability continues as we look at the rest of the Top 10. Liam, Amelia, Hudson, Harper, Emma, and Henry round out the list, each name a perfect blend of modern appeal and traditional strength. What this tells us is that parents today are seeking comfort in the familiar. In a world of constant change, a name like Henry or Charlotte feels like a beautiful anchor: a choice that is grounded, stylish, and will wear well for a lifetime. There’s a quiet confidence in choosing a name that has been loved for generations, and our community is a testament to that sentiment.

This appreciation for the tried-and-true extends across the entire Top 100. While the list is long and varied, it’s filled with names that feel more like returning friends than startling newcomers. We see the revival of stately choices like Theodore, Charles, and Eleanor, alongside the enduring popularity of Biblical names such as Elijah, Samuel, and Levi. Sweet, simple classics like Lucy, Jack, and Lily also shine, proving that a name doesn't need to be complex to be captivating.

What’s most striking, however, is the profound sense of calm in this year’s data. Across the board, the trend is one of collective contentment. We are not chasing novelty or reacting to dramatic shifts. Instead, we are a community that knows what it likes: names that are warm, established, and full of grace. From Olivia and Oliver at the top to the dozens of beloved classics throughout the Top 100, the message is clear: we are in an era of beautiful stability.

When variants combine

When spelling variants are counted as one name, the rankings shift. Here's how the families stack up.

  1. 01

    William

    Liam · Will · William · Wills

  2. 02

    Lucas

    Loukas · Luca · Lucas · Lucca · Lucian · Lucio · Lucius · Luka · Lukas

  3. 03

    Jackson

    Jackson · Jaxon · Jaxson · Jaxton · Jaxtyn · Jaxxon

  4. 04

    Amelia

    Amelia · Emilia

  5. 05

    Olivia

    Alivia · Olivia · Olyvia

Notable cuts

Vintage comebacks

  • #1Olivia
  • #2Charlotte
  • #3Oliver
  • #4Noah
  • #6Amelia

Nature inspired

  • #50Isla
  • #52Rowan
  • #56Hazel
  • #64Paisley
  • #68Lily

Gender neutral

  • #7Hudson
  • #8Harper
  • #12Jackson
  • #16Grayson
  • #19Maverick

Every name, A–Z

All 201 names we track in the Baby Notebook community, with their all-time rank. Open any name for its meaning, origin and year-by-year trend.

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Common questions

What is the most popular baby name in the Baby Notebook community?
Olivia tops the Baby Notebook community ranking, followed by Charlotte and Oliver. Olivia is of Latin origin, meaning "olive tree".
What are the top 10 baby names in the Baby Notebook community?
In order: Olivia, Charlotte, Oliver, Noah, Liam, Amelia, Hudson, Harper, Emma, Henry.
Where does this ranking come from?
It's drawn from the names parents in the Baby Notebook community gave their children. Real registrations, not survey answers. Snapshot 2026-07-03.