The 2016 Baby Names Almanac

The Hottest Baby Name Trends, Lists, and Forecasts

An instant snapshot of how the world today is shaping the name you may choose for your child tomorrow, The 2016 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 (Madelyn, Tristan)
•The cutting edge names on the rise (Daleyza, Jayceon) and the superhot names cooling fast (Bridget, Orlando)
•The crossover pop culture names that will be moving to the cribs of tomorrow (Elsa, Tobias)
•Just how many Sophias and Noahs are out there
•A look at whether popular unisex names like Sidney or Justice are used more for boys or girls
•The hottest names in your state
•The literary inspiration that's bumping up certain names, and the surname that is skyrocketing for girls