Old-fashioned baby names are roaring back into fashion — and experts say they know why
According to Jennifer Moss, founder and CEO of BabyNames.com and baby-name consultant Taylor A. Humphrey, grandma-like names such as Eleanor, Eloise, Elodie, Alma, Margaret, Nora and Bennett, are 'super trendy' for girls this year, originally reported by Yahoo! Life.
'On the boys' side, we're seeing the 'trad name,' or old-fashioned names, stick — like Theodore, Oliver, Owen, Silas and Jasper,' she told the outlet.
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Some of the classic, old-fashioned names are popular again.
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'…I'm hearing Hayes, Lachlan, Palmer, Soren, Sterling and Theodore,' added Humphrey.
'These names feel grounded, elegant and sturdy; they offer just the right mix of vintage soul and modern edge.'
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Why are these old-fashioned names gaining traction again?
'I think vintage names evoke a sense of nostalgia. I get a lot of clients who pull out their family tree, looking to grandparents and great-grandparents for name inspiration,' Colleen Slagen, author of the forthcoming book 'Naming Bebe,' also told Yahoo!
'…Nursing homes and graveyards would be great sources of name inspiration.'
And according to Sophie Kihm, editor-in-chief of Nameberry, a baby naming website, today's parents are leaning more towards simpler names for their babies.
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'More families in the US come from mixed cultural backgrounds, and I hear parents commonly request that they want their child to travel and have a relatively easy-to-understand name,' she said.
In regards to which names are getting the baby bump, at least for a while — ones with 'aden' in it, like Braden or Jayden, according to the experts.
And according to Sophie Kihm, editor-in-chief of Nameberry, a baby naming website, today's parents are leaning more towards simpler names for their babies.
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'I do hear less of those names now,' said Slagen. 'I think they hit their peak in the early 2000s.'
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Before you get offended if your name is no longer favored, Humphrey pointed out that popularity in certain baby names always ebbs and flows — similar to fashion trends.
'As with fashion, baby names follow emotional and aesthetic cycles — and as collective tastes shift, so do our naming desires.'
However, despite old-school names like Eloise and Margaret making a comeback, Liam and Olivia remain two of the most popular names, according to the Social Security Administration.
Liam has held the No. 1 spot for boys' names for eight years in a row. Olivia has held that title for the girls for the last six.
Emma and Noah came in at No. 2 for the sixth year in a row.
If you're looking for some inspo on what to name your newborn — old-school or not — you can scroll the complete list of baby names on the Social Security website.
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Price: $39 (available in sizes XS–XXL and two colors) A tufted shower curtain if your bathroom could use the quickest (and most effective!) of upgrades. I'm going to hold your hand gently when I say this, but if you still have a holiday-themed curtain up in July... it's time for a seasonal change. Promising reviews: "I love this shower curtain. It's so pretty. Much nicer in person. Brings out my guest bathroom." —F Schultz"This is a beautiful and classic fabric shower curtain. The neutral creamy texture adds character to our guest bathroom. I highly recommend to anyone contemplating whether or not they should purchase." —SaavyOCShopperPrice: $29.99 A pair of retro striped crew socks to bring a touch of colorful '80s fashion to your wardrobe. Pair them with some white lace-up sneakers for the kind of look that will ~definitely~ get you into The Breakfast Club. This style is MEGA popular right now, but don't be fooled into paying designer prices when Target has them ready to go in a cheap three-pack!Promising review: "I think these socks are great. I don't like thick socks, so they are perfect for me. They do run a little big in the foot for me, but not at all a deal breaker for what ends up being less than $3 per pair. They also stay up nicely." —MplsMamaPrice: $10 for a pack of three (available in two color sets and fits women's shoe sizes 4–10) A set of three Rifle Paper Co. magnetic bookmarks so you always know where you left off in your TBR in the prettiest, floral-iest way possible. If you need a new book to read, take this quiz to get the perfect, tailored-to-you rec!Promising review: "Super cute! I gave them to a friend for her birthday, and she loves them! I'm going to buy some for myself!" —StephaniePrice: $4.99 A set of JLab wireless Bluetooth earbuds because if you are constantly losing, washing, or otherwise mismanaging your expensive brand pair, these are the ticket. Reviewers SWEAR BY them for durability and sound quality. (Just check out that 4.3-star rating with over 6,000 reviews.) Sometimes the fanciest thing you can do for yourself is get the affordable version so you don't have to stress about them taking an accidental bath in the washing machine, you know?Promising review: "I bought these in December, and they are still charging, and still sound good after going through the washer TWICE. I thought I would need a new pair but after drying them and charging they are working fine. There might be a slight difference in quality, but nothing too noticeable based on what I use them for. If I need a new pair of earbuds in the future, I will definitely buy these again. 💯" —SalamiPrice: $19.99 (originally $24.99, available in eight colors) A gingham swim coverup skirt for all those poolside days still ahead! If you're tired of using the towel-wrap method, give yourself the gift of a swim wardrobe upgrade and get ready to strut by the "no diving" sign like the world is your runway. Price: $17 (originally $20, available in sizes XS–XL) A stainless-steel teapot if you love a spot of tea to unwind during self-care time. Pair it with a Celestial Seasonings fruit tea sampler, and you've got yourself the fanciest of summer pastimes. Promising review: "Adorable tea kettle! We use this for hot chocolate all of the time. The stoneware on the bottom is nice, too. It looks great out on the stove all of the time." —MomofmanyPrice: $24.99 A washable knit ballet flat so you can have brand-new out-of-the-box shoes whenever you'd like, because these can be chucked in the wash to be made new again. Talk about fancy! Promising review: "I have the knit washable flats in black and I LOVE them, and wear them to work all of the time. They are more comfortable than the much more expensive designer version in my opinion. I will definitely get more colors once they are available. This is a great fit, and value." —FAPrice: $19.99 (available in sizes 5–11 and in five colors) A matted frame because we might be in the digital age, but who doesn't love seeing a physical photo framed on their wall? Look, if the royals can have large painted portraits lining their hallways, you can have a couple of frames of your fave selfies. Promising review: "Very cute and loved that the circle added something different to my gallery wall. Good quality. Definitely thicker than your standard photo frame." —JosiPrice: $12 A three-piece luxe glass bath bundle so you and your guests can feel like royalty when going to wash your hands. With gold-dipped bases and the wavy textures, these will make your fav Mrs. Meyer's hand soap look extra fancy. Promising review: "I was surprised when I received, very good quality for the price. It's beautiful." —ChicPrice: $30 A French terry pencil skirt that strikes the perfect balance between luxe and casual, ensuring you can wear this baby everywhere from brunch to doctor appointments and not look out of place. Promising review: "Soft material, very comfy. Wore it to work and got a compliment from coworker right away. This will be a summer staple." —LMSPrice: $25 (available in sizes XS–4X and three colors) And finally, a cheerful coir-blend doormat that'll catch any dirt stuck to your shoes and give your delivery drivers a friendly salutation when they leave packages on your doorstep. Promising reviews: "Its so chic and it really made the entrance look very elegant." —Amy"Beautiful and sturdy quality. I have a similar one to this that I bought 2+ years ago and it's still going strong. For $13, especially, it's an absolute win. It also fits the doorway (any standard door) legit perfectly. I'm very pleased. Would definitely recommend." —Lauren Price: $13
