30 Girl Names For Boys: Will Texas Follow This New Trend?

Have you ever noticed that some names are popular for both girls and boys? While many names tend to imply one gender or the other, there are many that work perfectly well for either. Unisex names have become increasingly popular as parents look for unique and meaningful names for their kiddos.

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But wait...what is this? A new trend is emerging for 2024. According to the New York Post, more feminine names like Jade and Rose will be among the hottest names for boys in the new year. You heard me right. The Post article contains names that are set to be top picks for boys in the coming months according to the experts. Will Texas follow this hot new trend?

LOOK: 30 GIRL NAMES FOR BOYS, WILL TEXAS FOLLOW THIS NEW TREND?

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Let's take a look at the names that made this particular New York Post list:

Artemis
Blair
Capri
Carmen
Cleo
Eden
Fern
Florence
Greer
Harlow
Hazel
Io
Irie
Izzy
Jade
June
Juniper
Juno
Lark
Lotus
Morgan
Noa
Raven
Robin
Romy
Rose
Rue
Sunny
Willow
Winter

I uncovered additional unisex names that are popular right now. See below.

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Taylor

Originally a last name derived from the occupation, Taylor has become a popular first name for both girls and boys.

Jordan

This name, which is in reference to the river in the Middle East, is a popular choice for both genders.

Avery

Once a traditional boy’s name, Avery has gained popularity as a girl’s name over the years.

Riley

This Irish name meaning “valiant” is another popular choice for both boys and girls.

Morgan

With roots in both Welsh and Old English, Morgan is a great choice for both genders.

Casey

This name, meaning “brave in battle,” is a strong and popular pick for boys and girls alike.

Alex

Short for Alexander or Alexandra, Alex is a versatile name that also works well.

Jamie

A variation of James, this name is popular for both guys and gals.

Dakota

This name, which means “friend” in the Sioux language, is a common choice for both boys and girls.

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These unisex names give parents more plentiful options when it comes to naming their child. Whether you’re looking for something that is deeply meaningful or simply sounds sweet, there are plenty of names that work well for either gender.

KEEP READING: Here are the most popular baby names in every state

Using March 2019 data from the Social Security Administration, Stacker compiled a list of the most popular names in each of the 50 states and Washington D.C., according to their 2018 SSA rankings. The top five boy names and top five girl names are listed for each state, as well as the number of babies born in 2018 with that name. Historically common names like Michael only made the top five in three states, while the less common name Harper ranks in the top five for 22 states.

Curious what names are trending in your home state? Keep reading to see if your name made the top five -- or to find inspiration for naming your baby.