This past year was a major one for pop culture, with new memes to share, the rise of several celebrity and musicians’ careers, and plenty of movies and events worth celebrating. Now we can relive 2024 with these pop culture baby names that reference some of the biggest moments of the year. We can even take these memories into the future with us if we have a baby boy or girl we want to give one of these monikers to.
After all, baby name inspiration can come from anywhere — and 2024 gave us a lot to work with.
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Travis
Not only is Travis Kelce dating Taylor Swift, elevating him even further to superstar status — but he also helped the Kansas City Chiefs win the Super Bowl in early 2024. Talk about a winning year for the Taylor/Travis duo.
Alternatively, if you’d like a Travis reference for a baby girl, you could name her Kelsey in reference to his last name.
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Paris
The 2024 Summer Olympics were in August of this year, and it was so much fun cheering for the Team USA athletes. Since the Games were held in Paris, France, the city’s name could make an excellent baby name. And, for what it’s worth, Paris Hilton had a pretty amazing year, too. So, the name Paris is sort of like two trendy references in one.
Simone
One of the most decorated and skilled athletes at the 2024 Olympics was, of course, gymnast Simone Biles. She picked up another four medals while in Paris — one silver and three gold, per her Team USA profile. Her name will live on in the sports world even after her eventual retirement, and it makes the perfect baby name as well.
Stephen
Speaking of gymnastics stars, we can’t forget Stephen Nedoroscik — aka “Pommel Horse Guy.” His skills on the pommel horse helped the US men’s team secure the bronze medal for the first time since 2008, per USA Gymnastics. He also competed on Dancing with the Stars and wowed viewers with his dance moves. Stephen is a classic baby name, but now it has even more meaning thanks to Stephen Nedoroscik.
Ilona
Another breakout star for Team USA in Paris was rugby sensation Ilona Maher. Per her Team USA bio, she helped her team earn the bronze medal on the field, and then she went on Dancing with the Stars to show off her more feminine side. She’s a great role model for young women and girls on how you can be tough and soft at the same time. Any baby girl would be so lucky to get her name and take after Ilona.
Roan
Chappell Roan may have been making music for a decade, but there’s no denying that 2024 was the year that catapulted her into the spotlight. Newsweek reported that she drew record crowds at festivals like Coachella, the Governor’s Ball, and Lollapalooza, and she captured the nation’s attention with her fierce fashion and stunning vocals.
We love the baby name Roan to honor her, because it’s gender-neutral and super unique.
