Looking for inspiration for your little one’s name? Check out this list of 2026 baby name predictions in Canada.

What you'll find in this article:

  • Tips on picking baby names
  • 2026 baby name predictions for girls
  • 2026 baby name predictions for boys
  • 2026 baby name predictions for gender neutral baby names

Naming your little one feels like the most important decision in the world. And in some ways, it is. You’re choosing what someone will be called forever. But it’s also not unheard of for people to meet their little one and do an about-face on a long-selected, beloved name. And that’s okay. Our advice is to choose a handful of names you love and then wait to see which one suits your new addition best. And if all else fails? Just give them a really great nickname once they grow into their personality.

We’ve gathered 75 popular baby name predictions in Canada for 2026 to provide a little inspiration for parents-to-be. We’ve given you a quick hit on the meaning of each, too. Say each one out loud with your last name and any family names you intend to include, and check out our tips for choosing names that flow well.

NOTE: We’ve divided this list into typically girl, typically boy and gender-neutral names for easy organization but, hey, it’s 2026. You do you.

Traditionally Girl Baby Name Predictions

Olivia – Olive tree

Emma – Universal

Charlotte – Free man

Amelia – Work, industrious

Sophia – Wisdom

Mia – Mine

Isla – Island

Ava – Life, bird

Aurora – Dawn

Evelyn – Desired, beautiful bird

Luna – Moon

Harper – Harp player

Mila – Gracious, dear

Sofia – Wisdom

Chloe – Green shoot, young foliage, blooming

Lily – Lily flower

Nora – Honour, light

Hazel – Hazelnut tree

Aria – Air, melody

Scarlett – Bright red

Grace – Elegance, blessing

Violet – Purple flower

Zoe – Life

Willow – Willow tree, slender and graceful

Ivy – Evergreen plant

Traditionally Boy Baby Name Predictions

Noah – Rest, comfort

Liam – Strong-willed warrior, protector

Theodore – Gift of God, divine God

Oliver – Olive tree

Jack – God is gracious

Henry – Ruler of the household

Leo – Lion

Luca – Bringer of light

William – Strong-willed protector

James – Supplanter

Lucas – Light

Benjamin – Son of the right hand

Mateo – Gift of God

Elijah – My God is Yahweh

Thomas – Twin

Sebastian – Venerable, revered

Levi – Joined, attached

Alexander – Defender of the people

Daniel – God is my judge

Owen – Noble, youthful

Hudson – Son of Hugh

Nathan – He gave

Caleb – Devotion to God

Ethan – Strong, firm

Miles – Soldier

Gender-Neutral Baby Name Predictions

Avery – Ruler of the elves

Rowan – Little red one

Riley – Courageous, valiant

Kai – Sea

Sage – Wise

Quinn – Wise, intelligent

River – Flowing body of water

Parker – Park keeper

Emerson – Son of Emery

Jordan – Flowing down (referring to the Jordan River)

Charlie – Free man

Skylar – Scholar or sheltering

Finley – Fair warrior

Phoenix – Mythical bird symbolizing rebirth

Tatum – Tate's or Tata's homestead

Casey – Brave, watchful

Jamie – Supplanter, one who follows

Morgan – Sea circle

Taylor – Tailor

Alexis – To defend, to help

Jesse – The Lord exists

Robin – Bright frame

Dakota – Friend or ally

Oakley – Oak clearing, a meadow of oak

Briar – A thorny patch