Still Trending: Statement Names

Brave. Rogue. Promise.... Danger? These new wave baby names are bold, ambitious and definitely make a statement. Just when we think we've heard it all, we come across a name announcement, and notice a name we'd not thought of or seen before.

A Bold New Wave of Baby Names!

The trend we are noticing we'll call "statement names." Some are adjectives, like a call to action or a philosophy for baby to live by. A mantra, perhaps. Others are virtuous, parents-to-be gifting their child a moniker of positivity. Another noticing in this new wave of naming is the repeated reference to light.

Call to Action Names

Rise

Dream

Gravity

Coast

Rush

Journey

Riot

Vigor

Rogue

Danger

Rebellion

Chosen

Prophecy

Brave

Titan

Rock

Reverie

Forever

Nirvana

Vice

Virtuous Names

Soul

Truth

Love

Honor

Justice

Worth

Zen

Noble

Promise

Peace

Patience

Glory

Names of Light

Golden

Blaze

Glow

Lux

Shadow

Sol

Beacon

Shine

This collection with three themes emerging, seems to encompass a trend in naming. These statement names are bold, while not outrageous. We are thinking that in naming lately some parents-to-be are looking for both meaning and originality, so they take a risk by finding something meaningful but look for an alternative to give it a twist.

What statement name catches your eye?
What would you add to the list? Comments appreciated!

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