If Netmums' predictions for the biggest baby names of 2017 are anything to go by, this year a lot of children will be given unusual monikers. There are nature- and animal-inspired names, like River and Fox, which might be linked to British celebrities' interesting choices, and possible pop-culture references to Game of Thrones character Arya Stark. Take a look at 21 names tipped to be popular in 2017, and pick your favourite if you're keen to capture the zeitgeist.
Names For Boys
- Arlo
- Axl
- Grayson
- King
- Milo
- Otis
- Theodore
Names For Girls
- Aria
- Emilia
- Hettie
- Layla
- Maya
- Nora
- Sylvie
- Thea
- Willow
Unisex Names
- Fox
- Mason
- Nova
- Quinn
- River
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