Laura Wattenberg, the naming expert at BabyNameWizard.com, used trending name data to determine which baby names — for both boys and girls — are going to absolutely rock 2018. By looking at baby names that have risen in popularity incredibly fast in the last year, Wattenberg can actually “look into the future” and determine which ones may be the shining stars of this year. Ranging in origin, length, and overall “vibe,” the names on this list are all incredibly different. Luckily, that means there’s something here that’s absolutely perfect for just about every new baby born this year. It’s possible that some of this list’s names sound familiar, whereas others will feel brand-new. But whether they feel sweet and classy or super edgy, these 32 baby names are about to take 2018 by storm! ETAJOE/Shutterstock
