The list of the most popular baby names in the U.S. doesn’t change dramatically from one year to the next, but some interesting shifts and trends emerge over longer stretches of time. Some popular picks fall off the map,

Whilst the girls’ name, Nova, previously favoured in the most popular list, has dropped out of this year’s top 100 list, Strum predicts 2025 could see its return to favour, alongside other positive monikers, such as Everest, which symbolises ambitious heights and strength and Amara, meaning ‘grace’ or ‘unfading’.

Fact checked by Sarah Scott There’s no doubting the importance of a strong name in Mexican culture. Mexican names are a signifier of identity, often relating to religious, social, or familial ties. If you’re looking to honor your heritage by naming your new baby after your cultural roots,