The 2017 Baby Names Almanac

An instant snapshot of how the world today is shaping the name you may choose for your child tomorrow, The 2017 Baby Names Almanac is jam-packed with information and trends, plus thousands of names to browse. Here's a sneak peak at the ideas, forecasts, predictions, and suggestions you'll find:

• Why some names are more popular than you think (Kaylee, Brayden)
• The cutting edge names on the rise (Aislin, Wilder) and the superhot names cooling fast (Isis, Arnav)
• The crossover pop culture names that will be moving to the cribs of tomorrow (Aria, Hamilton)
• Just how many Emmas and Noahs are out there
• A look at whether popular unisex names like Sawyer or Charlie are used more for boys or girls
• The hottest names in your state
• The country that's behind several skyrocketing names