Top Middle Name Trends of 2025 Highlight Creativity and Cultural Significance
Nameberry's latest report reveals a mix of traditional favorites and emerging trends, showcasing how parents are using middle names to express individuality and honor heritage.
- Rose and James remain the most popular middle names for girls and boys respectively, with Grace, Elizabeth, and Alexander also ranking highly.
- Grandparent-inspired middle names, such as Charles, Lou, and Clarke, are gaining traction, particularly for girls.
- Color-themed names like Blue, Gray, and Gold are increasingly favored for their unique and evocative qualities.
- Spiritual and mythology-based names, including Zion, Shepherd, Atlas, and Nyx, reflect a growing interest in symbolic and meaningful choices.
- Using last names as middle names, such as Graham, Rhodes, and Townes, continues to be a popular way to honor family heritage.
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