Gen Z has Changed the Naming Dynamic!

Naming your baby isn’t easy. Will it be pronounced right? Does it flow with the last name? And what will their school nickname be? Well, parents, you’re in luck because Nameberry has dropped its predictions for 2025’s trendiest baby names, and spoiler alert: the classics like Charles and Dorothy are out. Instead, we’re looking at a mix of quirky, edgy, and downright bold names that are sure to make your little one stand out from the crowd.

According to Nameberry, Gen Z parents are ditching “elderly” names in favor of what they call “actual baby names”—think cute, playful names that are all about fun vibes. Prepare yourself for babies named Suede, Bash, and Whimsy Lou. Yes, you read that right. Forget the old-school favorites; it’s all about names that sound like they’re meant for babies, not boardroom executives!

And it doesn’t stop there. Nameberry says the 2025 baby name game will be all about rhythm. Parents are loving the sing-song effect of pairing names with single-syllable middle names. So, get ready to hear combos like Rio Rose, Aero Lore, and Novie Nell (seriously, these are celebrity baby names).

Another hot trend? Fast fashion baby names. Just like your favorite fast fashion brands, these names are trendy, unique, and sometimes a little… out there. Think mashups like Scottlynn (a twist on Scotland), Kollyns, and Sevyn. It’s all about parents stitching together names that have never existed before, creating something totally new but packed with sentimental meaning.

Pop culture is also set to inspire baby names. Thanks to the hit Netflix show Wednesday, expect to hear little Wednesdays running around soon. Names inspired by comfort and peace—think Eden, Arcadia, and Oasis—are also making a comeback, possibly due to the chaos of recent global events.

Astrological names like Aura and Cosmo are going to be big too, as parents turn to the stars for baby name inspiration. And for the feminists out there, the rise of the Femininomenon singer Chappell Roan is set to inspire strong, girl-power names like Amaryllis, Circe, and Salome.

And for those who love a little shock factor, names that are “so ugly, they’re beautiful” are also making a splash. Think Hester, Sybil, and Wilbur. Yup, these names are back, and they’re bolder than ever.

Lastly, Gen Z parents seem to have an obsession with the letter Z. Expect to see more Hazel, Ozzy, Ezra, and Zainab out there, alongside unique twists like Mazie and Izael. It’s edgy, it’s fun, and it’s totally on-trend.

With these 2025 baby names, parents are making sure their little ones will stand out from the crowd—and maybe even rule the playground. Whether you’re into bold mashups, astrological names, or just something totally unique, there’s a name trend out there for everyone.