The most popular first names in Germany in 2024
Most popular first names 2024 in Germany
Choosing a first name is one of the most beautiful and important decisions for expectant parents. Every year, there are new trends, but also classic names that have been popular for generations. Here you'll find the most popular first names for girls and boys in 2024 – with origins, meanings, and tips on how to find the perfect name.
Top 20 girls' names 2024
The following names were used most frequently in 2024. In addition to classics, you'll also find modern, rarer variants:
- Sophia / Sofia
- Emilia
- Emma
- Mia
- Lina
- Hannah / Hanna
- Ella
- Mila
- Clara
- Lia / Liah
- Charlotte
- Ida
- Marie
- Amelia
- Frieda
- Luisa / Louisa
- Leonie
- Mathilda
- nova
- Alina
Top 20 boys' names 2024
When it comes to boys’ names, international trends are mixed with tried-and-tested classics:
- Noah
- Matt(h)eo / Mat(h)eo
- Leon
- Luca / Luka
- Paul
- Henry / Henri
- Theo
- Emil
- Elijah
- Louis / Luis
- Anton
- Oscar
- Finn
- Felix
- Jacob
- Moritz
- Maximilian
- Benjamin
- Jonah
- Samuel
Meaning & origin of popular names
- Sophia – from Greek, means “wisdom”.
- Noah – Hebrew origin, “rest, comfort”.
- Emilia – Latin, “the zealous one”.
- Leon – from Latin, “lion”.
- Mia – short form of Maria, “the beloved”.
Trends & Observations 2024
Short forms and two-syllable names remain popular, as do international variations of classic names. Biblical names like Noah and Elijah remain popular among boys. For girls, gentle, melodic names are trending.
Tips for finding a name
- Say the name out loud several times to see if it suits you.
- Think about how the name sounds with the last name and any siblings' names.
- Find out the meaning – it makes the name even more special.
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Most popular first names by region
There are significant differences in the most popular first names, not only nationally but also regionally. The favorites vary considerably depending on the state and even the city. Here's an overview of the most exciting trends for 2024:
North Rhine-Westphalia (NRW)
- Girls: Emilia, Mia, Lina, Hannah, Ella
- Boys: Noah, Leon, Elias, Theo, Luca
Classic, short names are particularly popular in North Rhine-Westphalia. Interestingly, Theo is significantly more popular here than the national average.
Berlin
- Girls: Emilia, Mila, Charlotte, Ida, Nova
- Boys: Noah, Mohammed, Emil, Theo, Leo
Berlin boasts a colorful mix of international and traditional names. Mohammed is among the top names here—it doesn't appear in the top 10 in the national ranking.
Bavaria
- Girls: Sophia, Anna, Maria, Johanna, Klara
- Boys: Maximilian, Elias, Leon, Jakob, Paul
Traditional and often religiously influenced names are particularly popular in Bavaria. Maximilian remains a perennial favorite.
Lower Saxony
- Girls: Lina, Emma, Ella, Marie, Frieda
- Boys: Henry, Ben, Noah, Finn, Oskar
In Lower Saxony, soft, North German-sounding names such as Finn or Oskar dominate.
Bocholt & Münsterland region
- Girls: Emilia, Lina, Hanna, Mila, Lotta
- Boys: Theo, Leon, Noah, Paul, Emil
Short, modern names are trending around Bocholt and in Münsterland. Theo is often the number one name for boys here.
All information about the most popular first names in 2024
The most popular first names in Germany in 2024 show exciting trends: Classic names like Noah , Leon , and Paul remain at the top, as do timeless girls' names like Sophia , Emilia , and Emma . At the same time, short, modern names like Theo , Lia , and Mila are gaining more and more fans.
Many parents today pay attention to the meaning of the first name when choosing a baby , choosing names with positive symbolism. For example, Sophia means "wisdom," Noah "calm," and Emilia "zealous." International variants of well-known names, such as Matteo, Luca, and Mila, are also particularly popular.
Those looking for a name for their baby often look for uncommon first names that are nevertheless easy to pronounce. In our personalized baby gifts you will find many examples with current trend names – from gifts for births and christenings to decorations for children’s rooms .
Regional first name trends are also exciting: In North Rhine-Westphalia, Emilia, Mia, and Noah are leading the way, while in Bavaria, traditional names like Maximilian or Anna dominate. In Berlin, international names like Mohammed or Nova are particularly popular.
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