Generation Alpha babies are changing the game when it comes to baby names.
Three clear trends moving into the mid 2020s is a rise in gender-neutral names, names with multi-cultural origins and ?traditional names with a unique twist.
And according to data from McCrindle, these trends are potentially only going to become more popular going into 2024.
?So we've put together some of the names that tick boxes in one or more of these categories ¨C to see which names are already seeming to capture the hearts of parents expecting bubs in 2024.
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Debuting into the top 100 in 2022, Remy has become a popular choice for new mums and dads looking for a name that's unique yet simple.
Since its debut, the name has only become increasingly popular and is expected to keep climbing from its position at number 72 in the most popular boys names.
R?iley is proof gender-neutral names are becoming more and more common for Generation Alpha babies.
The name is based on a common Irish surname that means "courageous" or "valiant", so is well suited for a brave little boy or girl.
F?or those parents looking for a more culturally influenced name, Xavier may become a top pick.
The name has been steadily climbing the ranks for baby boy names over the past decade, currently sitting in the 29th spot.
It also has a slight pop culture reference to it, being the name of the Professor in X-Men played by Patrick Stewart.
With ties to the royal family and an Arabic cultural heritage, the name Zara seems to be ticking a whole heap of boxes for parents.
The spotlight on the name has increased over the past few years following the death of Queen Elizabeth II, as her eldest granddaughter Zara Tindall shares the name.
It is currently sitting at 38th on the list of most popular girls names in Australia. ?
E?mily in Paris fans will recognise this name immediately, and the hit Netflix series is putting it front and center for new parents.
Gabriel is a biblical name, associated with the angel Gabriel.?
In some cases parents also choose a slight spelling variation to set the name apart, as Gabryel.?
M?any parents aren't attracted to a baby name unless there is something unique about it.
And for those mums and dads who don't, they can get creative.
Over the past years there has been a huge rise in popular baby names being adopted with a change of spelling.
One of those has been Hallie, a variation of the popular girl's name Holly.
?Hallie is also catching the attention of American parents, as it is the name of President Biden's daughter-in-law Hallie Biden.
A?s a nod to the incredible effort of the Matildas Football team in the FIFA Women's World Cup this year, the latest baby name trends are pointing to a resurgence of the name Matilda.
Speaking to ?Nameberry's Editor in Chief, Sophie Kihm, 9Honey Parenting can reveal searches for the classic Australian name Matilda are currently up by 148 per cent on the site.
Meaning parents who are currently expecting and may be welcoming a bub in early 2024 are looking at the name as a top contender. ?
The name Theodore has been incredibly popular over the past five years in Australia, placing an impressive seventh on the top 100 list of boys names in 2023.
With that popularity also comes the temptation for parents to change the name up, leading to an increase in Theos across the country.
It is expected the short and sweet variation will continue to rise in popularity into next year, ?up 33 places from 2022 to 2023.
A nod to beloved Aussie actress Margot Robbie, Margot is now officially the fastest-rising girls' name in Australia.
Following the global success of the Barbie movie and its main star, this name is not slowing down anytime soon. ?
The name cracked the top 100 for the first time in 2023, coming in at number 94, just in front of Maggie.
?It rose 31 spots since last year.
The fastest-rising boy name for 2023 was Reuben.
?A biblical name, it refers to the generational saying 'behold, a son'.
It is also known as a delicious sandwich, and since babies are delicious, we think it makes sense that this name continues to appeal to parents.
Reuben skyrocketed 48 spots up the charts this year, taking out the 89th spot in the top 100 boys' names.
According to baby name experts at McCrindle, the name is expected to become even more common in the years ahead.
A? variation to the name Sophia, Sofia gives parents the chance to name their baby something unique yet sweet and easy to pronounce.
Sofia is a girl's name of Greek origin, and as a nod to a traditionally beautiful name, is becoming increasingly popular.
Another reason it has sprung into the spotlight is the wedding of Lionel Richie's daughter Sofia this year, which was a star-studded, romantic ?French affair.
A? gender-neutral name, Taylor has been consistently and slowly climbing the ranks in both the top boys and girls names lists.
The name is of English origin and is much-loved by parents looking for a traditional and simple name for their little one.
Thanks to the global success of Taylor Swift's Eras tour throughout 2023, it's also been front of mind for many Swifties who are expecting next year. ?
The female variant of Theo, which is also soaring up the charts, ?Thea has jumped 24 spots this year, coming into 91st place.
The girl's name is of Greek origin and can be translated to 'goddess, godly'.
Name experts are predicting the name will continue rising and potentially break into the top 80 spots this year. ?
Casey works well for both boys and girls, and gives parents the opportunity to give their little one a name with heartfelt meaning.
'Watchful, vigilant and brave' are all translations of the gender-neutral name, which has both Irish and Scottish Gaelic origins.
The name represents the increasing trend of ?Millennial parents breaking down traditional gender norms, which will continue for years to come.
A?nother spunky gender-neutral name catching expecting parents' attention is Charlie - a name of German origin that means "free man."
The name stems from the traditional names Charles and is even considered to be a nickname for Charlotte.
However, more and more parents are succumbing to the trend of nicknames as main names, giving them a fresh new take.
?Charlie is already in the top 10 most popular boys names of 2023, placing ninth, though it is expected to become more popular as a girl's name next year.
A? variation of Amelia, Emilia is expected to become a top pick for some adorable Generation Alpha girls.
Emila is of Latin origin and means "laborious," or "eager", so is well-suited for a baby who perhaps eagerly arrives earlier than expected into the world.
The name began rapidly rising in popularity from 2011 following the release of HBO series Game of Thrones thanks to lead actress Emilia Clarke.
It is currently sitting at number 59 on the top 100 girls names.
S?itting at number 36 on the top boys names of 2023, Ethan is the perfect pick for 2024 babies whose parents want them to be "strong".
The meaning of the name in Hebrew origin is "strong," "enduring" and "firm", providing for some great characteristics for bubs to grow into.
W?ith gender-neutral names becoming increasingly popular, it is no surprise more and more parents are placing Jamie on their baby name lists.
Jamie can beautifully be applied to a boy or a girl, ?and is a biblical name meaning "he who supplants."
It has been a firm favourite of parents in the UK for the last few years and is expected to only grow in popularity in Australia. ?
A?nother addition to the list of popular gender-neutral names is Jordan, a name that has two specific geographical meanings.
It is associated to the River Jordan in the Bible, making it a popular pick for those looking for biblical names and is also associated with the country Jordan. ?
It makes for a perfect pick for parents who are keen travellers and are looking for a nature-inspired name.
?It placed at number 48 on the top 100 boys names list in 2023, up five spots from the previous year.