Over the past decade, baby names seemed to be shrinking. Parents embraced compact choices, shortened names and increasingly used nicknames on birth certificates. But new data from BabyCenter suggests that longer names are once again rising in popularity.

Reem, Hadiya, and Huda are fast-rising Arabic girl names, and Hadi, Essa, and Kabir are fast-rising Arabic boy names. Trending names with (various) Indian origins include Avani, Saanvi, and Aadhya for girls, Gurnawab, Agastya, and Rudra for boys."

Each week, the TODAY Parents team highlights a favorite baby name or set of sibling names. It may be unique, trendy, newsworthy, classic, or just ... fun! And there will always be a fascinating story behind it.

Keep reading to discover names that are chic and modern, vintage and trending or simply the most popular baby names in France right now from sources such as NameBerry and MumsNet. We've included each moniker's meaning as well, so you can choose the best possible option for your family. Which one is your favorite?

Are we finally saying goodbye to Olivia and Liam? Here’s what experts are predicting for the next wave of baby names. When I was pregnant with my daughter, my husband and I spent hours discussing baby-name trends. Some of my favorite picks were already ...

Music has the power to inspire, comfort and bring people together, making it a beautiful source of inspiration for baby names. From ancient string instruments to graceful wind instruments, these instrument-inspired names reflect rich cultural traditions while carrying meanings associated with harmony,

England's most popular baby names for 2025 have been revealed, highlighting interesting commonalities and contrasts with the U.S.