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These boys’ and girls’ names dominated 2024 and were frequently chosen by parents. 2024 also saw many celebrity babies with unique names that captured attention
One of the first tasks for parents is choosing a name for the newborn. (Representative/AP File)
A report stated that 72,787 children are born in India every day; that is about 3,000 children every hour. In 2024, crores of children were born across the country.
This year saw several celebrities embracing parenthood for the first time. Notably, Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh welcomed a daughter. Other celebrities who experienced the joys of parenthood this year include Richa Chadha, Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli, and Masaba Gupta.
The birth of a child is a joyous occasion for families. Parents eagerly anticipate this milestone and begin preparations long before the baby’s arrival. One of the first tasks is choosing a name for the newborn. This year, several names have been particularly popular for babies.
These boys’ and girls’ names remained popular throughout 2024. Parents choosing a name for their child undoubtedly encountered these names frequently.
This year saw a host of celebrity arrivals, each marked by the bestowal of unique and noteworthy names. These names quickly became a talking point, generating buzz both in news platforms and across social media.
Let’s take a closer look at some of the most popular celebrity baby names that graced headlines this year:
1. Akaay
Virat and Anushka named their son Akaay. Akaay is a word taken from the Turkish language, which means ‘shining moon’ or ‘full moon’.
2. Dua
Deepika and Ranveer Singh chose a beautiful and much-discussed name for their daughter: Dua. The name, meaning ‘prayer’, was discussed across social media.
3. Ishank
The name Ishank means “rain”. The name is also associated with Lord Krishna. Additionally, Ishank means “black” or “dark”.
4. Agastya
The name Agastya means “the one who moves mountains”. In Hindu mythology, Agastya was the name of a sage.
5. Bhuvik
Bhuvik is a beautiful name for a boy, and its meaning is equally lovely. Bhuvik means ‘heaven’.
6. Ruwan
Ruwan is also an attractive name for a son. This year, many parents searched for the name Ruwan when naming their baby. Ruwan means satisfaction, contentment, acceptance or goodwill.
7. Vivaan
The name Vivaan was on trend in 2024. The name Vivaan is a modern and meaningful choice for a son, meaning ‘talented and full of life’. The name is also associated with Lord Krishna.
8. Raha
Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt chose the name Raha for their daughter, born last year. The name proved to be very trendy this year. Raha is unique and modern, with varied meanings across different languages. In Sanskrit, Raha means “clan”, while in Bengali it signifies “comfort”. In Arabic, Raha is associated with “peace”. Of the many beautiful meanings Raha holds, the most fitting for a daughter is “happiness”.
9. Anayra
The name Anayra is a relatively new and unique choice for a daughter. Meaning “happiness”, it has become a popular option for parents in recent years, with many choosing this name for their daughters.
10. Mrinal
The name Mrinal, meaning lotus or delicate, is a beautiful and attractive choice for parents seeking a name for their daughter.
