Pop culture has always played a significant part in shaping a generation. It’s no surprise really that Gen Y parents have been inspired to name their children after popular culture personalities…

New data released by research agency McCrindle clearly shows us that Gen Y parents have been inspired to name their children based on the content, popular personalities, and experiences that have shaped them.

20 Pop culture influenced baby names

  • Leo – Leonardo DiCaprio
  • Liam- Liam Neeson, Liam Payne
  • Charlie (boys) / Charlie (girls) – Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Charlie’s Angels
  • Willow – Will and Jada Pinkett Smith’s daughter
  • Lily – Harry Potter character
  • Archie – Royal Family, Riverdale
  • Harry – Prince Harry, Harry Potter, Harry Styles
  • Sophie – Game of Thrones actress, Sophie Turner
  • Xavier – Professor from X-Men
  • Audrey – Audrey Hepburn
  • Mason – Kourtney Kardashian’s son
  • Luna – Harry Potter character
  • Aurora – Disney Princess
  • Emilia – Emilia Clarke
  • Rose – Titanic character
  • Phoebe – Phoebe Buffay
  • Ariana – Ariana Grande
  • Connor – Succession character, Connor Roy; UFC Fighter, Conor McGregor
  • Margot – Margot Robbie
  • Charlotte – Royal Family
  • William – Prince William
  • Grace – Grace Kelly

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