A name prediction for 2025!

2024 has barely finished & we are already looking ahead to the new year. What will the trends be & which names will perform well? We’ll take you through it! 

Choosing a baby name is a special and personal decision for expectant parents. Every year, we see new trends and shifts in the popularity of names. For 2025, various predictions have been made about which boys', girls', and unisex names will be popular in the Netherlands. Although the Social Insurance Bank (SVB) is the official body that publishes the most popular children's names annually, there are also other sources that share trends and forecasts.

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Boys' names

For boys, short, strong names remain popular in 2025. Names such as Noah, Finn, Luca, and Liam are expected to be frequently chosen. In addition, we are seeing a rise in names with a biblical origin, such as Abel and Elias.

Girls' names

For girls' names, soft and melodious names are popular. Names such as Nora, Liv, Mila, and Emma are high on the predicted lists. French names like Noémie and Amélie are also gaining in popularity.

Unisex names

The trend of gender-neutral names will continue in 2025. Names such as Lou, Sam, Charlie, and Bo are increasingly being chosen for both boys and girls. These names are modern and fit within current societal developments toward gender neutrality.

Trends and Influences

In addition to specific names, we see some overarching trends for 2025:

• Short Names: Names with one or two syllables remain favorites due to their simplicity and strength.

• International Influences: English and French names are becoming increasingly popular, indicating growing globalization and cultural exchange.

• Unique Spelling: Parents are more often choosing well-known names with a unique spelling to maintain originality, such as Fynn instead of Finn

  
  

• Nature Names: Names inspired by flowers and plants, such as Fleur and Rose, are gaining popularity, especially for girls

  
  

Conclusion

Although the exact popularity of baby names can only be definitively established after 2025 by the SVB, these predictions provide a good overview of the expected trends. Whether you choose a traditional name or a unique, modern variant, the most important thing is that the name suits you and your child.

For the most current and official data on baby names, you can visit the Social Insurance Bank.