5 Inspirations Behind The Most Popular Western Baby Names In 2018

We’ve got the list of the most popular names parents gave their babies and the reason behind the choices

Posted on

29 November 2018

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Lara

Your baby’s name becomes their identity as they grow up

So with just a couple of letters combined to have a grand impact on your child’s identity can be intimidating.

No pressure, right?

Well sorta…naming a baby can have a deep meaning behind it or it can just be a spur of a moment kind of thing.

And both are completely okay to do – sometimes it’s an intuition thing, and sometimes it’s a great gesture for a family member, friend or loved one.

But if you’re stuck for a name, we’ve got the most popular western baby names of this year.

While most are common, others are outright random and definitely unique.

1. Fortnite inspired baby names

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Most parents with other kids know that Fortnite is by now…and if you don’t, then this will shock you.

Fortnite is a hugely popular video game amongst kids and adults alike and has caused an off the chart baby name inspiration this year:

Ramirez
Bunny rose
Rogue

2. Nature inspired baby names

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Other parents have turned to the environment around them for some baby name inspiration.

Opting for subtle names from the elements in nature:

Peace
Harmony
Rainbow
Hope
Ocean
Sky

3. Kardashian inspired baby names

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The Kardashians shocked the internet with their baby names this year – with Kylie Jenner, Kim Kardashian and Khloe Kardashians all welcoming their little ones into this world.

Everyone decided to name their babies based on their decision too: