Top Baby Names For 2010
Even though 2010 is already in full swing, many new parents are looking backwards in time for inspiration in naming their new child. These solid and traditional names are climbing back up the ranks in popularity as parents look for inspiration from grandparents and great grandparents. The past does not have complete dominance on the most popular baby names for the year, though. Pop culture is also wielding a heavy influence over the naming of little ones. Fictional characters and the names of movie stars are finding their way on to countless birth certificates.
New parents should look around for inspiration. Choosing a name you associate with happiness is always a great route, whether the name originates from long standing family traditions, movies or current literature. Religion often also plays a major role in picking out a little one’s name. Ease of pronunciation is also a factor to consider. How does your name choice flow with the baby’s last name? Some people also choose names that will allow the baby’s initials to form a word. Lastly, the meaning of the name can play a major role in the decision if you want a deep or meaningful name attached to your baby.
According to the Social Security Administration’s statistics, here are the most popular names, thus far, for the year of 2010.
Names for Baby Girls:
Emma: German in origin, meaning universal or all embracing.
Isabella: Hebrew and Spanish in origin, meaning (in both) consecrated to God.
Emily: Latin in origin, meaning rival or emulating.
Madison: Old English in origin; it is a derivative from a surname that means son of Maud.
Ava: Latin in origin, meaning blooming, as well as birdlike. Also Hebrew in origin, meaning life.
Olivia: Old Norse in origin, meaning kind one. Also Latin in origin, meaning Olive tree. Also Old French in origin, meaning peace.
Sophia: Greek in origin, meaning wisdom.
Abigail: Hebrew in origin, meaning a father’s joy.
Elizabeth: Hebrew in origin, meaning consecrated to God.
Chloe: Greek in origin, meaning lark.
Other popular girl names include: Samantha, Addison, Natalie, Mia, Alexis, Alyssa, Hannah, Ashley, Ella, Sarah, Grace, Taylor, Brianna, Lily, Hailey, Anna, Victoria, Kayla, Lillian, Lauren, Kaylee, Allison, Savannah and Nevaeh.
Names for Baby Boys:
Jacob: Hebrew in origin, meaning supplanter.
Michael: Hebrew in origin, meaning Who is like God.
Ethan: Latin in origin, meaning constant.
Joshua: Hebrew in origin, meaning God of Salvation.
Daniel: Hebrew in origin, meaning God is my judge.
Alexander: Greek in origin, meaning protector of mankind.
Anthony: Latin in origin, meaning priceless. Also Greek in origin, meaning flourishes.
William: Spanish in origin, meaning protector.
Christopher: Greek in origin, meaning God bearer.
Matthew: Hebrew and Scandinavian in origin, meaning (in both) Gift of God.
Other popular boy names include: Jayden, Andrew, Joseph, David, Noah, Aiden, James, Ryan, Logan, John, Nathan, Elijah, Christian, Gabriel, Benjamin, Jonathan, Tyler, Samuel, Nicholas, Gavin, Dylan, Jackson, Brandon and Caleb.
