Top 100 baby names for 2026

How to choose a name for your baby?

Choosing a name is one of the most important and enjoyable decisions during pregnancy. Here are some tips to help you find the perfect name:

• Test how it sounds with your last name. Say the first and last name out loud, check that they flow well together, and avoid unfortunate combinations.
• Look into the meaning. Every name carries a story and a meaning. A name whose meaning you love will add an extra dimension for your child.
• Choose something easy to pronounce. A name that's easy to pronounce and spell will make your child's daily life easier, from school to the workplace.
• Think about nicknames. Some names naturally lend themselves to affectionate nicknames. Make sure you like those too.
• Decide together. Use Pregnancy Bloom's couple name mode to swipe and discover names that both parents love.

Baby name trends for 2026

The year 2026 confirms several major trends in baby naming:

• Short names dominate. Two syllables is the norm. Jade, Alba, Leo, Mia, Lou... Parents favor simplicity and elegance. One- or two-syllable names make up over 60% of the top 50.
• The vintage comeback. Names from grandparents and great-grandparents are making a strong return: Josephine, Suzanne, Augustin, Gaspard, Lucien, Colombe. This retro movement gives a strong identity and timeless charm.
• Nature as inspiration. Iris, Alba (dawn), Celeste, Rose, Capucine, Ambre... Names evoked by nature, flowers, and the elements continue their remarkable rise.
• An international dimension. Parents increasingly choose names that are easy to pronounce in multiple languages: Mia, Liam, Nina, Adam, Noah. Professional mobility and multicultural families reinforce this trend.

Rare and original names

If you're looking for a name that stands out, don't hesitate to explore beyond the top 100. There are thousands of possible names, and some hidden gems deserve to be discovered.

Consider regional names (Enora, Maiwenn, Ange), literary names (Ariane, Cassandre, Hadrien), or names from other cultures that resonate with your family history. Originality doesn't need to be extravagant: an uncommon but classic name can be the perfect combination.

The Pregnancy Bloom app includes a database of over 10,000 names with origin, meaning, and popularity. The couple swipe mode helps you easily find the name both parents agree on.