Traditional names

Traditional names like Anna, Olivia and Mary never go out of style. Boy's names like John or Matthew have been popular for decades. If you like traditional or biblical names there are many timeless names to choose from. If you have a common last name like Jones or Miller, you may want to avoid names that are too popular.
Trendy names right now include Jacob and Michael for boys and Emily and Ashley for girls.
To view a complete list of the most current popular baby names, check out the Social Security Administration's website, which compliles an annual list based on social security data. You can also search their site for the top names for each year back as far as the year 1900-- check it out to see where your name ranks for the year you were born.
If you really want to put thought into your baby's name, consider looking up the meanings of all of your favorite names. Even shorter names, like Mary, often get shortened to Mare. Just keep all of the possible nicknames in mind when you choose a name for your child. Make sure the names flow well together with your last name.