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Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
These Are the Most Unique Boy Names in the U.S. Right Now
There's something so satisfying about finding a baby name that nobody else seems to be using. Not because you're trying to be weird for the sake of being weird — but because it feels like a secret. Like you've uncovered a hidden gem buried deep in a pile of Liams and Noahs and Jameses. Each year, the U.S. Social Security Administration releases a massive list of every baby name given to five or more newborns in the United States — and let me tell you, it's long. (Like, thousands and thousands of names long.) But the real magic isn't in the top of the list. It's way, way down at the bottom, in the names that barely squeaked in. Names that were given to just five baby boys or fewer the entire year. And that, friends, is where this list comes from. We dug around at the bottom of the list to find rare boy names that are cool, handsome, and unusual without being un-usable. Some are old-school and unexpected, others are brand new or invented-sounding, but they all have one thing in common: they're barely out there. Which, in a world of copy-paste names on every playground, honestly feels kinda refreshing. (One quick note: although this list was released in 2025, it's actually based on babies born in 2024. So while these names are new-ish, they're not predictions — they're real, actual names that real, actual parents used … just barely.) Let's dive into the rarest boy names in the country — the ones that most people missed, but you won't. More from SheKnows The Newest List of Most Popular Baby Names Was Just Released - See What's Topping the Charts Now Best of SheKnows 19 Celebrity Stepparents Who Have a Tight Bond With Their Stepkids I'm 29 Weeks Pregnant, & Comfortable Sandals Are a *Must* This Summer—These Are the Best Ones on the Market Recent Baby & Toddler Product Recalls Every Parent and Caregiver Should Know About Where Spencer sounds more former, its short form — Spence — has a cool and casual vibe. They both come from the Middle English word spense, meaning 'larder' or 'pantry' — the surname Spencer would have indicated someone who dispenses provisions. Tyro sounds a bit like a made-up name — maybe inspired by other Ty- names such as Tyrone or Tyson or Tyler. However, some sources say it may come from the Greek word tyrôs, meaning … well, 'cheese.' But even the most beautiful names can have less-than-desirable meanings, and it doesn't make them any less perfect! Willoughby is the perfect option if you love the nickname Will, but William is a little too popular for your liking (it is the #10 most popular boy name in the U.S., after all, and its nickname Liam is #1). It's an Old English place name meaning 'willow town.' As a name, Loden is invented, perhaps as an alternative to the more popular Logan. But in Dutch, loden means 'lead' — as in the metal element, which is kind of a neat meaning. The origin of this unique boy name is unknown, but it may be a variation of the Spanish name Xaviel — which itself is likely a form of Xavier, meaning 'new house.' There are lots of different ways to spell this German surname-turned-first-name (which means 'shepherd'): Schafer, Shaffer, Shaefer, etc — but we like this rare version, Schaefer. Shae could be a cute nickname! Stemming from the name George, which comes from the Greek word georgos and means 'farmer,' Geordie (pronounced jor-dee) is a less-stuffy — and more rare — alternative. Whether you're a Tolkien fan or just like the magical medieval feeling of the name, Lorien is a rarely-used winner. In J.R.R. Tolkien's Lord of the Rings, Lorien is a short form of the name Lothlórien, meaning 'land of gold.' With the name Milo quickly rising in popularity, you hear it more and more often — but the very similar Rilo is so unique that it was only given to five baby boys in the U.S. last year! It's likely a fresh spin on the name Riley, meaning 'rye woodland.' Woodsen is a surname that probably comes from the place name Woodsome, meaning 'from the houses in the woods.' It's a good way to get to the quirky-vintage sounding nickname Woody while still having a longer, more distinguished form to lean on in professional situations. This is a surname originating from the place name Livet, which is in Normandy, France. It's also the perfect way to get to the nickname Lev (which means 'heart' in Hebrew). Gabrien is a unique and rarely-used variation of Gabriel, which comes from the Hebrew name Ḡavriʾel, meaning 'God is my strength.' This sleek-sounding pick means 'black' — it's derived from the animal of the same name, the sable marten, which has a luxurious thick, dark coat. Considering the popularity of names like Trigg and Trip, Brig is a logical choice — you could say it's from the word 'brigadier,' meaning a military officer in charge of a brigade. Another surname-turned-first-name, Marsden is a distinguished-sounding and rarely used choice. It comes from an Old English place name meaning 'valley boundary' — and comes with the cute nickname option Mars! Peter (meaning 'stone') has been one of the most popular boy names for literal decades. As of last count, it stands at #192 of the top 1000 most popular names for boys, but has reached as high as #35 (back in 1955). So what does that have to do with Piers? Well, Piers is the medieval form of Peter! And for a modern baby boy, it's a fresh alternative to a classic name. Color names have been on the rise, and Cobalt is — dare we say — 'blue'-tiful?! Cobalt is a deep blue color made by mixing cobalt oxide with aluminum oxide. And it's the perfect way to get to the nickname Coby! Speaking of blue hues, that brings us to Mavi, another rare boy name given to only five babies last year! You might not expect this name to mean 'blue' — unless you're familiar with Turkish! Mavi, which means 'blue' in Turkish, also works as a unique name with a cool blue vibe. This is an invented name, so it has no discernible meaning, though you could base it on the names it's likely inspired by. There's Kai, which is Hawaiian for 'sea.' Or it could have pop culture roots, inspired by Kylo Ren from the Star Wars franchise. You could pronounce it KY-lo, or KAY-lo. Either way, it's a versatile and unique pick! There are lots of Parkers out there, but substantially fewer Parks — which puts this name firmly in the sweet spot of underused, but not strange or unfamiliar! This is another invented name with no meaning — so that indicates it can mean whatever you want, right?! If you must attach a meaning to it, you could say it's a fresh alternative to Andrew (unlike Andy or Drew, which are both frequently used), meaning 'masculine.'
Axios
20-05-2025
- General
- Axios
Texas' most popular baby names in 2024
Lots of little Liams, Olivias, Noahs, Emmas and Mateos will be toddling to a park near you. The latest: The Social Security Administration recently dropped its list of the most popular baby names in 2024. Liam and Olivia once again topped the leader board of baby names in Texas, with 3,084 boys and 1,757 girls given the names, respectively.
Yahoo
16-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
The top baby names in California for 2024 is here, and Liam and Mia rule. See the other names
Just wait several years, parents of California. Your child's kindergarten class will be filled with Liams and Mias, which were the most popular names for babies born in the state last year. The Social Security Administration has released the 100 most frequent names for babies born last year in the state. Last year, 2,716 babies were named Liam in California, making it the most popular name for males. As for the most popular female name, there were 1,986 babies born last year named Mia. These names are right in line with national trends, too, with Liam ranking No. 1 and Mia ranking No. 5 for most popular male and female names, respectively. In fact, Liam has continued to be a favorite amongst parents, as it was the second-most popular name for boys in the 2010s, according to the SSA. The names are categorized as names given to male and female babies, and it's based on Social Security Card application data. According to SSA, the data is restricted to cases where the year of birth, sex and state of birth are on record and the name is at least two characters long, and that different spellings of similar names (such as Kaitin versus Kaitlyn) are considered as separate entries. Also, some names are given to both boys and girls, which means the same name could be given a ranking in both categories. So, what are some of the most popular baby names in California? Liam Noah Mateo Santiago Sebastian Julian Oliver Ezra Lucas Ethan Mia Olivia Camila Emma Sophia Isabella Amelia Sofia Luna Gianna Some names grew in popularity from 2023 to 2024, the SSA found. For boys, those names were: Truce Colsen Bryer Halo Azaiah As for girls, those names were: Ailany Aylani Marjorie Scottie Analeia Paris Barraza is a trending reporter covering California news at The Desert Sun. Reach her at pbarraza@ This article originally appeared on Palm Springs Desert Sun: The most popular baby names in California in 2024 have been revealed
Axios
15-05-2025
- General
- Axios
These are Colorado's most popular baby names in 2024
Lots of little Liams, Olivias, Aspens and Wilders are coming to a kindergarten near you. Driving the news: The Social Security Administration on Thursday dropped its list of the most popular baby names in 2024. Liam (once again) was the top boy name in Colorado, with 423 newborns given the name. Olivia reclaimed the No. 1 spot for girls, accounting for 277 babies, after briefly losing the crown to Charlotte last year. Zoom in: The most distinctively Colorado names — more common here than nationally — included Aspen, Willa and Juniper for girls, and Wilder, Forrest and Cruz for boys.
The Hill
15-05-2025
- General
- The Hill
These are the most popular baby names in every state, birth records reveal
(NEXSTAR) – There were lots of Liams and Olivias born last year — but there were far more in Colorado and Florida than there were in Wisconsin and Wyoming. Liam and Olivia were the two most popular names nationally, but that trend didn't hold true in all 50 states. Each U.S. state had its own trendy and popular names in 2024, according to new data released by the Social Security Administration, which tracks every birth in the U.S. In California, for example, every single girl's name in the top 10 ends with an A. The Golden State's 10 most popular names include some that are more under-the-radar nationally, like Gianna (for a girl) and Santiago (for a boy). In Alabama, old-school classic names like William, John and James dominate for boys. Meanwhile in Hawaii, Kai and Kaia both ranked very high, but are pretty rare in other states. Nova is ultra-trendy in Georgia (No. 11 among all girls born last year), but less common nationwide (No. 39 in 2024). The 10 most popular baby names in the U.S. are in the chart below. To find the most popular names in your state last year, you can use the Social Security Administration's lookup tool. The government agency also tracks which names are experiencing rapid rises in popularity, even if they're still outside the top 20. Truce, Colsen and Bryer rose most in the ranks for baby boys over the past year, while Ailany, Aylani and Marjorie had huge jumps for girls.
