Planning / 17 January, 2026 / Ellie Thompson

Baby Name Trends 2026: The Styles And Names Set to Rise

JoJo Maman Bébé has partnered with baby-naming expert Colleen Slagen to reveal the biggest baby name trends for 2026. From vintage nicknames and gender-neutral favourites to earthy “granola baby” names and cottagecore classics, these are the naming styles set to shape the next generation.

Whether you’re expecting, planning ahead, or simply love tracking name trends, these predictions offer insight into what parents will be choosing in the year ahead.

Vintage Nickname Names

Short, sweet and full of old-fashioned charm, vintage-style nicknames continue to rise in popularity.

Trending vintage nicknames for 2026:

• Romy
• Goldie
• Lettie
• Kit / Kitty
• Minnie
• Cal
• Louie
• Archie
• Rocky
• Ozzy

Gender-Neutral Baby Names

Simple, modern and versatile, gender-neutral names remain a strong choice for many families.

Gender-neutral names on the rise:

• Frankie
• Benny / Bennie
• Dylan
• Drew
• Scottie

Farm-to-Cradle (Cottagecore) Names

Also known as cottagecore names, this nostalgic, countryside-inspired style continues to gain momentum in 2026.

For Girls:

• Hattie
• Elsie
• Flora
• Willa
• Edie
• For Boys:
• Percy
• Sonny
• Augustin
• Franklin
• Winston

Granola Baby Names

Granola baby names are inspired by nature and earthy living, with a rustic, free-spirited feel.

Nature-inspired names to watch:

• Coast
• Sunny
• Juniper
• Fox
• Cherry
• Oak
• Dove
• Fern
• Stone

Top 10 Alternatives: Rising Names to Know

These names share a similar style to current Top 10 favourites but haven’t yet reached peak popularity.

For Girls:

• Margot
• Darcy
• Eloise
• Vivian
• Clara
• Colette
• Celine
• Lenore
• Olive
• Annie
• Moll

For Boys:

• Callum
• Jonah
• Arthur
• Louis
• Eli
• Declan
• Conrad
• Luca
• Jude

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About Colleen Slagen

Colleen Slagen is a professional baby name consultant, content creator and the author of Naming Bebe. She helps parents find the perfect name through personalised consultations and expert advice. Her work has been featured on NPR, ABC News, Today, The Washington Post and more. Colleen lives in the Boston area with her husband and three children.

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