The ultra bougie - and new - baby name predicted to trend in 2023

And no, it's not Crystal Chandelier. Would you have expected this name to be popular?

Many parents choose a name for their baby based on whether it's easy to spell and pronounce; but just as many are searching for something that will stand out.

Thankfully for those parents, editors at one of the world's biggest baby name sites, Nameberry, have predicted the 'new' names that will rise significantly in popularity in 2023. 

The list includes names such as Celeste and Cosmo, but there are others that are completely unexpected.

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Trending baby names for 2023

Coming in at #13 is a 'new' entry: Luxury.

It was chosen by Nameberry because: "Luxury was only given to 10 baby girls last year, but I have a feeling it will rise exponentially.

"We've seen many more babies (of both sexes) named Lux over the past few years, and Luxury is the obvious next step. I think it's just one celebrity baby away from being a massive hit."

We actually rate it, too. It's bougie, fresh - and yes, even hopeful.

Interestingly, a very 'retro' name, Jolene, also made the list at #10.

"Jolene is experiencing a quiet renaissance but I'm expecting it to 'pop' sometime soon.

"Why now? In the past few years there’s been a big focus on Parton as a humanitarian figure. Plus, Jolene is retro and quirky and comes with a built-in lullaby."

The definition of luxury - Blue Ivy with a mocktail on a superyacht. Source: Instagram

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Other unusual names expected to trend in 2023

Marigold

Coming in at #14, Nameberry explains, "Juniper and Magnolia aren't feeling as unique and bold as they once did, so parents seeking an offbeat nature name will be looking for something fresh.

"I have met two young Marigolds in the last year, as well as several dogs and cats. It may not be on the charts yet, but I expect it to be pretty soon."

Omri

Listed at #16, Nameberry proposes: "I have seen Omri getting a lot of love on Nameberry lately, which has proven to be a good indicator!

"Omri is a fresh Biblical option that sports the soft sounds many parents are loving right now, and gives me similar vibes to names like Henry, Ezra, and Arlo." 

Wilde

At #22 on the list: "Wild(e)card! An under-the-radar celebrity favourite right now, popping up here and there in various spellings (Wild, Wilde, Wylde).

"Wilde would be my prediction for the spelling that will win out – it has a surnamey edge to temper the wildness of the word, and serious literary cachet."

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This story was published in January 2023 and updated April 2023

Originally published as The ultra bougie - and new - baby name predicted to trend in 2023