If Netmums' predictions [1] 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 [2], like River and Fox, which might be linked to British celebrities' interesting choices [3], 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

1. Arlo
2. Axl
3. Grayson
4. King
5. Milo
6. Otis
7. Theodore

Names For Girls

1. Aria
2. Emilia
3. Hettie
4. Layla
5. Maya
6. Nora
7. Sylvie
8. Thea
9. Willow

Unisex Names

1. Fox
2. Mason
3. Nova
4. Quinn
5. River