Trending Short Baby Names Illinois Minimalist Parents Will Love

Just like a lot of names in the world, simple is sometimes the better option.

This day in age, I've met so many people with names that have the most bizarre spellings.  Some have extra letters, some letters are silent, and a lot are just impossible to spell without seeing it on paper.

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What happened to all the popular baby names like Emily, Olivia, Jessica, Katie, Noah, James, Benjamin,and Oliver?  Now... now, we're seeing names like Jaxson, Xander, and Ameley.

If you consider yourself a "minimalist" in this world, whether it's how you decorate your home or name your babies, I have a few names you might actually find attractive because of how simple, yet beautiful, they are!

Trending Short Baby Names In Illinois Minimalist Parents Will Love

Trust me, they're unique and not the stereotypical basic names you'd find in a Google search.  I promise.

MINIMALIST BOY NAMES

• Knox
• Finn
• Tate
• Otto
• Odin
• Koda
• Eden
• Rome
• Rowe
• Coast
• Cash
• Jax
• Nash

MINIMALIST GIRL NAMES

• Nora
• Ivy
• Ruby
• June
• Sage
• Leia
• Rory
• Nina
• Kora
• Andi
• Shay
• Etta
• Dior
• Remy
• Mira

Personally, I've thrown around the names Nora and Remy before, so I'm glad to see them on the list of baby girl names!  For boys, I know a Knox and Rome.  Very fitting for the right baby boys!

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If you're looking for even more names, we have the top trending baby names of 2025 list here.  Picking a forever name isn't easy, especially something that'll work as an infant into adulthood.  Make it easy enough to pronounce and spell for yourself, your kid, and society!