2019 in Names

Aladdin surged +457% in search interest in May 2019 following Disney's release of its live-action remake, introducing the classic character to a new generation of viewers.

Alita surged +2400% in search interest following the February 2019 release of Alita: Battle Angel, the live-action cyberpunk film featuring the cyborg warrior character Alita.

Arya spiked 562% in April 2019 during Game of Thrones Season 8, as the character Arya Stark became central to the HBO drama's climactic final season.

Daenerys surged +224% in early 2019 as Game of Thrones Season 8 premiered, renewing interest in the iconic fantasy character that inspired parents considering the name.

Eilish surged +157% in April 2019 following Billie Eilish's viral breakthrough with the hit single 'Bad Guy,' introducing her distinctive name to millions of new fans worldwide.

Harriet surged +254% in November 2019 following the theatrical release of the biographical film 'Harriet,' which told the inspirational story of abolitionist Harriet Tubman.

Lion surged 106% in July 2019 following the theatrical release and massive marketing campaign for Disney's The Lion King remake, which became one of the year's biggest films.

Maleficent surged +606% in search interest in October 2019 following the release of Disney's 'Maleficent: Mistress of Evil,' as the iconic character returned to theaters with Angelina Jolie.

Abbey surged in 2019 following the theatrical release of 'Downton Abbey,' the film adaptation of the beloved British period drama series, which brought the estate name into mainstream conversation.

Annabelle surged in search interest following the June 2019 theatrical release of Annabelle Comes Home, the third installment in the popular horror franchise.

Captain surged in March 2019 following the release of Marvel Studios' Captain Marvel, which introduced audiences to the superhero character and boosted interest in the name.

Dion surged 107% in October 2019 following the Netflix premiere of 'Raising Dion,' a superhero drama centered on a young boy with special powers.

Eilish surged in February 2019 as Billie Eilish rose to superstardom with her debut album and viral music, making the distinctive name a cultural phenomenon.

Ferrari searches surged 145% in November 2019 following the theatrical release of the acclaimed sports drama 'Ford v Ferrari,' which centered on the legendary rivalry between the two automotive brands.

Greta surged +203% in September 2019 following Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg's viral UN Climate Summit speech, making the name a global talking point.

Jonas surged 257% in March 2019 following the Jonas Brothers' comeback single 'Sucker,' reigniting interest in the pop band that dominated the late 2000s.

Kawhi surged +426% in June 2019 after Kawhi Leonard led the Toronto Raptors to win the NBA Championship, bringing the name into mainstream popularity.

Astra surged +744% in September 2019 following the theatrical release of the Brad Pitt sci-fi film Ad Astra, which prominently features the name in its title.

The name Dolly surged in November 2019 following the release of 'Dolly Parton's Heartstrings' on Netflix, reigniting interest in the country music icon and the classic name she popularized.

Dorian spiked in August 2019 due to Hurricane Dorian, a major Atlantic hurricane that dominated news coverage and weather tracking that month.

Jedi surged +75% in December 2019 following the release of Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, as the franchise's iconic terminology captured parents' imaginations.

The name Jewell surged in late 2019 following increased media attention around Clint Eastwood's biographical film 'Richard Jewell,' which dramatized the true story of the falsely accused 1996 Olympics security guard.

Joaquin spiked +164% in October 2019 following Joaquin Phoenix's acclaimed lead role in the film 'Joker,' which premiered October 4, 2019.

Jordyn spiked dramatically in February 2019 following high-profile celebrity headlines involving model Jordyn Woods, driving widespread media coverage and public searches for the name.

Jordyn spiked in early 2019 following the high-profile cheating scandal involving model Jordyn Woods and NBA player Tristan Thompson, which dominated entertainment news cycles.

Keanu spiked in June 2019 following the release of John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum, reigniting interest in the name associated with Keanu Reeves' iconic action hero role.

Klay surged in June 2019 during the NBA Finals, driven by increased media attention on Warriors star Klay Thompson and his high-profile injury.

Larson spiked in March 2019 following the release of Captain Marvel, with audiences searching for lead actress Brie Larson as the film dominated box offices worldwide.

Cortez spiked in January 2019 following Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's election to Congress and her rise as a prominent political figure in mainstream media.

Dora surged in May 2019 as Paramount geared up marketing for the live-action 'Dora the Explorer' film, renewing interest in the iconic Nickelodeon character.

Elton surged in May 2019 following the Cannes premiere of the biographical film 'Rocketman,' which celebrated Elton John's life and cultural legacy, renewing interest in the iconic name.

Gypsy surged +198% in April 2019 after HBO's documentary series about the Gypsy Rose Blanchard case premiered, bringing renewed attention to this infamous true crime story.

Khalid surged in search interest in April 2019 following the release of his album 'Free Spirit' and accompanying documentary special, bringing renewed attention to the popular R&B artist's name.

Brie spiked in March 2019 following the release of Marvel's Captain Marvel, starring actress Brie Larson in the titular role, bringing renewed attention to the name.

Emilia spiked in April 2019 as Game of Thrones' final season premiered, with actress Emilia Clarke's prominent role in the HBO drama bringing renewed attention to the name.

Hannah surged in 2019, likely driven by continued cultural prominence of Hannah Baker from Netflix's blockbuster drama '13 Reasons Why,' which captivated teen audiences throughout the late 2010s.

Holiday surged in baby name searches in late 2019 following the Netflix release of 'Holiday in the Wild,' a romantic drama featuring a protagonist named Holiday exploring adventure and love in Africa.

June surged in June 2019 when The Handmaid's Tale Season 3 premiered on Hulu, renewing cultural fascination with the show's protagonist June Osborne and the vintage name she carries.

Leonard surged in June 2019 following festival buzz and media coverage for the documentary 'Marianne & Leonard: Words of Love,' which explored the life and legacy of iconic singer-songwriter Leonard Cohen.

Lucifer surged in 2019 as Netflix promoted the highly anticipated fourth season of the hit supernatural drama series 'Lucifer,' which had been revived after cancellation.

Maisie spiked +488% in April 2019 around the Game of Thrones Season 8 premiere, driven by the prominence of actress Maisie Williams and her character Arya Stark in the HBO series' highly anticipated finale.

March spiked in March 2019 when Marvel released Captain Marvel, likely sparking curiosity about the superhero character's name and the month itself during the film's promotional push.

Antoine saw a surge in search interest in October 2019, likely driven by the theatrical release of the animated Addams Family film and renewed interest in the iconic family's character names.

The name 'Boomer' spiked in November 2019 as the 'OK Boomer' internet meme went viral, generating widespread cultural discussion and searches for the term across social media and news platforms.

Cohen surged in 2019 after NBA star Kyrie Irving named his newborn son Cohen, sparking renewed interest in the name among fans and prospective parents.

Searches for the baby name 'Disney' surged in November 2019 ahead of the Disney+ documentary series 'One Day at Disney,' which premiered in December and brought the brand name into cultural conversations.

Duke spiked in early 2019 as Pixar's Toy Story 4 ramped up marketing, introducing the cool motorcycle-riding character Duke Caboom voiced by Keanu Reeves.

Harper's popularity surged in 2019, boosted by the influence of Harper Beckham, daughter of David and Victoria Beckham, whose family remains a major force in celebrity culture and fashion.

Jalen surged in search interest in 2019, coinciding with Jalen Hurts' breakout season as Oklahoma's starting quarterback and his rise as a notable college football prospect.

Felicity Smoak's prominent role in Arrow's seventh season (which aired from January 2019 onward) likely contributed to the surge in searches for the name Felicity during early 2019.

Ferdinand saw increased search interest in fall 2019, likely driven by the animated film's presence on streaming platforms and renewed visibility during the holiday season planning period.

August saw a notable search spike in summer 2019, likely driven by renewed interest in royal and traditional baby names following high-profile celebrity births that year.

Brees surged in baby name searches in fall 2019, likely influenced by increased media coverage of NFL quarterback Drew Brees during the 2019 football season.

Luke surged in search interest during spring 2019, likely driven by renewed Star Wars marketing campaigns and Disney+ announcements featuring the iconic character Luke Skywalker.