Names that Peaked in 2007

  1. Davin
    • Origin:

      Hybrid of David and Devin
    • Description:

      Davin is one of those hybrid names that is appealing for both genders, though it is more common for boys. Though Davin has a strong and attractive sound, either David or Devin would be preferable. It has been declining in use over the last decade.
  2. Kaylin
    • Origin:

      American variation of Kayla
    • Description:

      Kaylin is a variation of Kayla and Katelyn that had several years of chart climbing before reaching a peak of Number 372 in 2009. Cailin and Kailyn are two other spellings.
  3. Davian
    • Origin:

      Modern invented name
    • Meaning:

      "beloved + God is gracious; beloved + to tame"
    • Description:

      David plus Damian (or David plus Ian or David plus Darrian) equals this hybrid name. It has been in and out of the US Top 1000 since 2004, though both this spelling and alternative Davion were out of favor in 2023. Davian Clarke is a Jamaican Olympic athlete.
  4. Erick
    • Origin:

      Spelling variation of Eric, Old Norse
    • Meaning:

      "eternal ruler"
    • Description:

      While Eric - or Erik - may feel more 'classic' and familiar, Erick has ranked consistently in US Top 1000 since 1945. It rose up the charts during Eric's heyday in the 70s, but peaked in 2007 as Eric fell. The name has received less attention in recent years, but is nevertheless still given to 1100 boys.
  5. Jaeda
    • Origin:

      Arabic
    • Meaning:

      "long-necked beauty"
    • Description:

      Both an independent name and an alternate spelling of Jada.
  6. Kaelyn
    • Origin:

      Spelling variation of Kaylin
  7. Danika
    • Origin:

      Eastern European
    • Meaning:

      "morning star"
    • Description:

      Spelling variation of Danica with a modern update.
  8. Abril
    • Origin:

      Spanish and Catalan variation of April
    • Description:

      This Spanish month name has been quietly used for several years now in the US.
  9. Maleah
    • Origin:

      Variation of Malia
    • Description:

      Oh dear! We can see where you were going with connecting this name to the classic "Leah," but it just doesn't work. We recommend sticking with the classic Malia.
  10. Kelis
    • Origin:

      , modern invented name
    • Description:

      Hot R & B singer Kelis Rogers's name is a combination of those of her parents' -- Kenneth and Eveliss.
  11. Adin
    • Jaydon
      • Origin:

        Spelling variation of Jayden and Jadon
      • Description:

        Jadon is the original Biblical form of this name, but Jayden is by far the most popular spelling, currently in the Top 20. Jaydon is borrowing from both versions, but not improving the name in the process. At Number 999 in 2015, it's in danger of dropping of the charts for good.
    • Izayah
      • Origin:

        Spelling variation of Isaiah
      • Description:

        Attempts to modernize traditional Isaiah has led to this overly creative spelling.
    • Jorden
      • Origin:

        Spelling variation of Jordan
      • Description:

        Much less successful than other variations.
    • Melany
      • Origin:

        Variation of Melanie
      • Description:

        A creative spelling variation of the Top 100 name Melanie.
    • Joslyn
      • Origin:

        Spelling variation of Jocelyn
      • Description:

        Much less popular than the original spelling of Jocelyn. While it might be tempting to go with this more phonetic spelling, we recommend sticking with the traditional name.
    • Joselyn
      • Origin:

        Variation of Jocelyn.
      • Description:

        Variation of Jocelyn that confuses the pronunciation and looks less elegant. We recommend you stick with the beautiful original.
    • Haylie
      • Description:

        A variation of Hailey that nosedived more than 100 places in 2009.
    • Gaige
      • Yoselin