Fresh Take: Sophie Kihm of Nameberry on the Baby Names We'll Be Seeing in 2026

Amy talks with Sophie Kihm, editor-in-chief of Nameberry (the world’s largest baby name website!) about the top baby name trends predicted for 2026, and why naming a child feels more complicated—and more meaningful—than ever.

Sophie explains how Nameberry analyzes real-time search and save data, alongside Social Security statistics, to forecast which baby names are poised to rise quickly through the ranks.

Together, Amy and Sophie walk through Nameberry’s 10 biggest baby naming trends for 2026, from ancient civilization names and soulful, subtle spiritual names to showgirl-inspired choices influenced by pop culture and Taylor Swift.

Along the way, Sophie shares how modern parents use Nameberry tools like forums, "Name DNA," and curated lists to find baby names that feel personal, flexible, and future-proof.

Here's where you can find Sophie and Nameberry:

• https:://nameberry.com
• @nameberry on IG
• @nameberry.com on TikTok
• Read about the top 10 trends for baby names in 2026 here

What Fresh Hell is co-hosted by Amy Wilson and Margaret Ables.

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