Baby naming trends come and go, sometimes at lightning speeds.
Even researchers are mystified by the constant shifts in name fads.
What’s more, uncommon baby names are on the rise.
Your child’s name symbolizes the values and priorities most important in the world you create for your child.
It sets the identity you present to the world and to yourself."
According to data collected by BabyCenter, the following names are at risk of joining the dinosaurs.
Kian is also on the chopping block for 2023.
Data fromBabyCentershows Kian’s popularity plummeted 93 spots to No.
Zion may be a great alternative to Kian.
“It’s a purpose name.
The name also offers delightful variations, like Zyon and Zionne (viaVerywell Family).
Hayden
Once ranked No.
127 byBabyCenter, the girl’s name Hayden is quickly fading in popularity.
As of 2022, Hayden’s rating had shrunk to No.
There’s a lot to be said about the popularity of nature-inspired monikers.
Not only do they feel peaceful and grounding, but they also conjure a sense of curiosity and wonder.
Between 2021 and 2022, Arjun plummeted 164 spots to No.
492, according toBabyCenterdata.
You might also opt for Lux, which means “light.”
This rising star in baby names means “enlightened,” and naming experts are wild about it.
According to name consultant Sarah-Jayne Ljungstrom, there’s good reason for the hype around Bodhi.
For trendier names that shine as brilliantly as Arjun,BabyCenterrecommends Ayaan, Aiden, and Aditya.
Ariyah
According toNameBerry, Ariyah’s popularity first rose in 2013.
In 2022, this dignified moniker slipped 129 spots to No.
Fortunately, there are plenty of alternatives.
As baby name consultant Taylor Humphery toldHuffPost, three- to four-syllable names are the blueprint for modern baby monikers.
Rory
Sadly, this classic gender-neutral name is falling out of favor with parents of baby boys.
In 2022, Rory dropped 122 places from its ranking the previous year, falling to No.
Originating in Ireland, Rory means “red king.”
But it looks like Rory’s reign will end in 2023.
August, Royal, Jasper, and Malik all fit the bill perfectly.
According to BabyCenter, admirers of Rory will also love River, Liam, and Ryder as alternatives.
According to Jennifer Moss, founder of Babyname.com, Atlas leads the way in this trend.
When it comes to naming your little one, Atlas could be the perfect trade-off for Rory.
However, in 2022, the name tumbled to No.
449 in popularity down 129 spots from 2021, according toBabyCenterdata.
If this trend continues in 2023, the tides of pop culture might sweep Mira away entirely.
For lovers of the sea, some popular alternatives are on the rise.
Neptunian names such as Dune, Cordelia, and Nixie are gorgeous stand-ins for Mira, perNameberry.
According to experts, the name Ocean is also a winning choice.
As baby name consultant Carly Zuno toldHuffPost, “Ocean has been embraced by parents of both genders.
Wade
Wade is a classic unisex name that means “at the river crossing.”
According toNameberry, this moniker has kept a constant presence in the top 1,000 U.S. boys' names.
Wade hit its stride over a half-century ago, clocking in at No.
Another uptick in popularity occurred in 2018, which brought the name back into prominence.
But in 2022, Wade was barely treading water at No.
447, according toBabyCenter’s data.
If the trend continues, 2023 could be the end of times for Wade.
To baby naming experts, it’s no surprise that classic names like Wade are circling the drain.
Kate
Kate has a lot going for it.
A diminutive of Katherine, Kate means “pure,” perNameberry.
In 2022, however, Kate dropped130 spotsin popularity to No.
And that’s not all.
Classic jazz names are also climbing in popularity, saysGood Housekeeping.
According toVerywell Family, the name rose to No.
10 in popularity in 1914.
However, in 2022,Walterdipped to No.
If you’re looking for a similar yet more trendy name, you might consider going vintage.
According to name consultant Gloria Kirk, vintage names are a timeless and stylish choice for baby boys.
According toBabyCenter, Teagan hit its stride as a girl’s name in 2016, peaking at No.
In 2022, however, Teagan’s popularity plunged to No.
The decline of Teagen means that other gender-neutral names are sure to have a breakthrough.
Nehemiah
Nehemiah, a name derived from Hebrew that means “comforted by God.”
is a classic moniker that might disappear in 2023.
In 2022, Nehemiah plummeted to No.
492 on the popularity list 104 spots down from the previous year, according toBabyCenter.
If the trend continues, parents may look to more popular faith-based names as stand-ins for Nehemiah.
Nameberrypredicts that Theodore is the next king of religious-inspired names.
In the early aughts, the name peaked at an impressive No.
However, in 2022,Paigefell to No.
According toBabyCenter, Paige originates from the French language and means “assistant.”
According to expert Sherri Suzanne, this gender-neutral name is here to stay.
“Ezra is becoming popular to use for any gender,” Suzanne toldHuffPost.
Syed
The masculine name Syed comes from an Arabic term meaning “happy,” perBabyNames.com.
In 2022,Syedslid to No.
477 on the popularity list.
If Syed continues to fizzle, parents will be looking for similar, trendier alternatives.
According toBabyCenter, Amir, Zane, Kai, and Xavier are all popular substitutes for Syed.
“Names such as Griffin, Sullivan and Fletcher certainly fit the bill in this category.”
But by 2022, the name had fallen to No.
As Adelyn fades out of view, it will be clearing the way for other trendy baby girl names.
Luckily, 2023 is giving us plenty of euphonious names to choose from.
