Finding the perfect name for your little sprout is no easy task. Did you know from day one which name it would be? Or was it not quite sure even during childbirth? Either way, a name has a big impact. Not only for your baby now, but also later, when he or she goes to school or applies for a job.
For inspiration, here we share the most popular names in Belgium and the Netherlands for 2024 (so far). Is your choice among them?
Populaire Meisjesnamen in 2024
- Emma - This name remains consistently popular and is a top choice for many parents in both Belgium and the Netherlands.
- Julia - A classic name that is also widely chosen in 2024.
- Mila - A name loved in both the Netherlands and Belgium.
- Zoë - A modern name that is becoming more common.
- Lou - Short and sweet, a name that remains popular.
- Yara - A name that is gaining popularity.
- Sophia - An elegant and timeless choice.
- Mae - Simple yet unique.
- Noé - A name that is increasingly common especially in the Netherlands.
- Sophie - A classic and well-loved name (24Baby.nl) (24Baby.nl) (Namenindex.nl).
Popular Boy Names in 2024
- Noah - A name that has been at the top for several years.
- Luca - A modern and international choice.
- Finn - Short and sweet, a favourite in the Netherlands and Belgium.
- Sem - Especially popular in the Netherlands.
- Daan - A name that continues to grow in popularity.
- Leo - A classic name that has made a comeback.
- Bram - Solid and timeless.
- Sam - Popular both as a boy's and girl's name.
- James - An international name increasingly chosen.
- Mick - A cool and short name (24Baby.nl) (24Baby.nl) (Namenindex.nl).
Trends and Special Names
Besides the traditional names, we also see some trends and unique names emerging in 2024:
- English names with an -x at the end, such as Dax, Jaxx and Dexx, are becoming increasingly popular for boys(Namenindex.nl).
- Tough girl names with an -i, such as Bodhi, Lizz and Izzy, are trendy (24Baby.nl) (24Baby.nl).
- Short Frisian names such as Jeppe, Jelte and Melle are on the rise in the Netherlands (24Baby.nl).
What name did your little sprout get? ☺️
The most popular baby names in BE & NL