Top 100 Worst Baby Names of All Time (You Won’t Believe #37!)

Choosing a baby name is one of the biggest (and most emotional) decisions you’ll ever make as a parent. You want something meaningful, maybe unique—but not too unique. And while we’re all for creativity, let’s be honest: some baby names are just... bad. Like “why did you name your child that” bad.

My grandad did not like the name chosen for my dad, and so he went to the registry office to have it changed! That was in the 1960's. Even 60 years later, people can still the worse baby names ever!

So, in the spirit of fun (and maybe a little judgment), here’s my roundup of the Top 100 Worst Baby Names of All Time. Some are hilariously weird, some are just plain unfortunate, and others? Total regret fuel. Let’s go.

What Makes a Baby Name “The Worst”?

Not every unusual name is a bad name. But these ones? They’ve crossed the line. Whether it’s strange spelling, awkward pronunciation, or names that sound like prescription drugs, here’s what usually lands a name on the Worst List:

• Awkward Spellings: Like turning “Olivia” into “Aliviyah.”
• Pop Culture Flops: Naming your baby Daenerys... then that season of Game of Thrones airs.
• Unfortunate Meanings: A beautiful-sounding name might translate to something not-so-nice in another language.
• Trying Way Too Hard: Creativity is cool. Until it’s not.

Let’s jump into the cringe, shall we?

Top 100 Worst Baby Names of All Time

#1–25: The Cringiest Baby Names That Somehow Exist

These are the names that make people do a double-take—and not in a good way. Whether they’re misspelled versions of classics or internet-inspired fails, these cringiest baby names top the list of what not to write on a birth certificate. If you're looking for baby names to avoid, this is your starting point.

1. Nevaeh – Heaven spelled backward... which feels like it was invented during a sleep-deprived baby name brainstorm.
2. X Æ A-12 – Elon Musk's legacy. Futuristic? Yes. Practical? Not unless your baby is a robot.
3. Abcde – Pronounced "Ab-city." Unfortunately, it sounds more like a WiFi password.
4. Hashtag – A social media tag, not a name. Imagine yelling this across a playground.
5. Klowee – A creatively butchered version of Chloe. Your child will be correcting people forever.
6. Daenerys – Looked strong... until Season 8 happened. Now it just feels cursed.
7. Lucifer – Giving your baby the name of the devil? Brave. Too brave.
8. Baby – As in, "Baby what?" It's cute for about six months, then confusing forever.
9. Yunique – You are unique, but this spelling screams spelling bee trauma.
10. Aliviyah – A trendy twist on Olivia that nobody asked for.
11. Colon – We assume this was meant to be pronounced like Cologne, but spelling matters.
12. Icey – Cold name, lukewarm reception.
13. Disasterina – Sounds like a villain in a kids’ cartoon. Or a very dramatic toddler.
14. Pilot Inspektor – Celeb baby name gone wrong. Too many job titles in one name.
15. Moxie CrimeFighter – Another superhero-inspired experiment that missed the mark.
16. Audio Science – Is it a baby or a podcast genre?
17. Pistol – Aggressive much? Might belong more in a Western than a nursery.
18. Apple – Still weird, even years later. Not a bad snack, though.
19. Bear Blaze – Somewhere between a wildfire and a stuffed animal.
20. Kal-El – Superman's real name, but your baby doesn’t have laser vision (we hope).
21. Tu Morrow – This child will live a lifetime of Tomorrow jokes.
22. Audio – As a name, this just doesn’t sound right.
23. Bronx Mowgli – NYC + Jungle Book = major identity crisis.
24. Denim – Great on jeans, not so great in kindergarten.
25. Nimrod – Once a mighty hunter; now a slang term for a total fool.**

#26–50: Trendy Names That Didn't Age Well

Once considered "cool" or "modern," these baby names fizzled fast. What sounded edgy in the moment now feels a bit...awkward. These are perfect examples of regrettable baby names that didn’t stand the test of time. If you're worried about choosing a name that will date your child, tread carefully!

26. Khaleesi – Once a powerful Game of Thrones name, now forever tied to a fiery downfall.
27. Jaxxon – Double X, double the confusion. Just spell it Jackson, please.
28. Rocket – Aiming for the stars, but lands in the awkward zone.
29. Tuff – More of a dog name or a construction material, honestly.
30. Draven – Dark and brooding… for a toddler?
31. Cashmir – Luxurious fabric, strange baby name.
32. Zyra – Sounds like a sci-fi villain or a skincare line.
33. Bentlee – Bentley was already pushing it. The extra “e” just feels extra.
34. Krimson – Why are we naming babies after Crayola shades?
35. Destinee – When your destiny is to correct people’s spelling forever.
36. Kinzleigh – A spelling minefield. No teacher stands a chance.
37. Ryatt – Oh yes, this is the name we teased in the intro. Ryatt sounds like a mashup between "riot" and "Wyatt," and it just screams future detention slip. It's edgy, sure—but maybe too edgy for the daycare roll call. A classic case of a name trying too hard to be different.
38. Jayceon – Popular in some circles, but hard to picture on a grown-up.
39. Everlee – Pretty, but part of the “-lee” trend that’s wearing thin.
40. Brexlee – Another overworked -lee name trying to sound trendy.
41. Zayden – One of the many “-ayden” names that flooded classrooms.
42. Korben – Feels like it escaped from a comic book.
43. Blayze – Your kid’s name isn’t a fire emoji.
44. Camreigh – Looks like you lost a bet with your keyboard.
45. Eisley – Pretty, but prone to mispronunciation.
46. Jurnee – Spelled like that, it’s a bumpy road.
47. Braxx – More Xs, more problems.
48. Luxx – One X wasn’t enough?
49. Aislynne – Looks nice, but prepare for a lifetime of mispronunciation.
50. Tru – Bold choice, but it reads like a brand name, not a baby.

#51–75: Made-Up or Overworked Spellings

Creativity is great—but these baby names took it a little too far. Swapping letters, adding unnecessary Ys, and inventing spellings that even autocorrect hates? Hard pass. These are some of the cringiest baby names you’ll want to skip if spelling things for strangers sounds exhausting.

51. Maddisyn – A classic case of over-customization. Maddison was just fine.
52. My’Kayla – Apostrophes don’t make it more special—just harder to fill out forms.
53. Kymberleigh – The long road to “Kimberly,” with ten extra letters.
54. Jaxsyn – Another twist on Jackson that went too far.
55. Ayvah – Sounds like Ava, but looks like a typo.
56. Emmersynne – Let’s just agree “Emerson” didn’t need bedazzling.
57. Zephaniah – A biblical name, but feels too heavy for a baby in 2025.
58. Jaggerlyn – A mashup of Mick Jagger and a Southern belle?
59. Brynklie – Feels more like a TikTok username.
60. Zealand – Beautiful place, awkward first name.
61. Tinzleigh – A spelling that even autocorrect won’t touch.
62. Zavion – Sounds cool, but hard to pair with any middle name.
63. Xzavior – We get it—you wanted Xavier but with a twist. Maybe twist it back.
64. Kolee – Chloe’s distant, confusing cousin.
65. Paislyn – A name trying too hard to be trendy and sweet.
66. Jaydinne – When Jayden just wasn't unique enough.
67. Jazmynne – Jasmine in witness protection.
68. Rhyatt – Wyatt with an attitude.
69. Kovax – Sounds like a sci-fi villain, not a cuddly newborn.
70. Nyveah – Nevaeh’s not-so-innocent twin.
71. Skylynne – Somewhere between a cloud and a suburb.
72. Kaydence – A musical name that’s out of rhythm now.
73. Breckyn – Rough and rugged, but also hard to grow into.
74. Quinzy – Sounds like a cold medicine.
75. Zielah – Pretty sound, confusing spelling. One of the worst baby names ever!

#76–100: Just... Why?

These baby names fall into the truly baffling category. From wild word choices to names that sound like Marvel villains, this list is where funny worst baby names and "please don't" intersect. If you're aiming for unique, maybe avoid names that double as threats or action figures.

76. Cricket – Cute for a pet, odd for a person.
77. Chaos – Sounds like a warning label.
78. Danger – Literally naming your baby after a hazard?
79. Cobra – Great for snakes, not great for preschool.
80. Blade – Way too sharp.
81. Zero – A risky number to name a child.
82. Vengeance – Yikes. That’s a whole vibe.
83. Draco – Unless you’re raising a Slytherin, skip it.
84. Dagger – Feels more like a threat than a name.
85. Sativa – Sounds more like your weekend plans than your newborn.
86. Blip – Too short, too strange.
87. Omega – Final letter of the Greek alphabet... ominous.
88. Rage – Hopefully not a prediction of their future mood.
89. Venom – Not the role model you think it is.
90. Fury – Again, what are we manifesting here?
91. Stormiee – Too many letters for a natural disaster.
92. Riot – Sounds like you’re hoping for a behavior problem.
93. Princess – Cute nickname, awkward legal name.
94. Sir – Unless you’re British royalty, maybe skip the title.
95. Judge – Sounds like a courtroom assignment.
96. Heavenlee – Heavenly, but overdone and overly cutesy.
97. Moonshine – Illegal drink, not ideal for a birth certificate.
98. Jupiter – A whole planet's worth of pressure.
99. Majestik – Majestic? Not with that spelling.
100. Queenie – Adorable for grandma, confusing for a baby.

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Worst Celebrity Baby Names (Yes, These Are Real)

Sometimes celebs go full avant-garde when naming their kids. Here are the baby name fails that made even their fans raise eyebrows:

• X Æ A-12 (Elon Musk & Grimes)
• Pilot Inspektor (Jason Lee)
• Moxie CrimeFighter (Penn Jillette)
• Audio Science (Shannyn Sossamon)
• Apple (Gwyneth Paltrow & Chris Martin)
• Kal-El (Nicolas Cage)
• Bear Blaze (Kate Winslet)
• Bronx Mowgli (Ashlee Simpson & Pete Wentz)
• Tu Morrow (Rob Morrow)

They’re bold, bizarre, and totally unforgettable. Just maybe not in a good way.

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What to Consider Before Naming Your Baby

Before you pick something super “unique,” ask yourself:

• Will my child spend their life correcting people?
• Is the name timeless—or a fleeting trend?
• Could it be misunderstood or teased?
• How does it sound paired with my last name?

And maybe... run it by a brutally honest friend first.

For actual help, check out some adorable and sane baby name lists here:

Better Alternatives to the Worst Baby Names

Here’s how to clean up some of these disasters:

• Klowee → Chloe
• Lucifer → Luca
• X Æ A-12 → Axel
• Audio Science → Austin or Sage
• Daenerys → Delilah or Diana
• Bear Blaze → Benjamin or Leo

Need more ideas? Check out these posts on Biblical Baby Girl Names or Unique Baby Boy Names.

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FAQs

Naming Your Baby

Naming your baby is a deeply personal journey. But if this post taught us anything, it’s that some names just don’t age well—or make any sense at all. Want to be bold? Go for it. But maybe skip the punctuation marks and sci-fi references.

For more inspiration (the good kind), check out our baby name guides from Mexican Baby Boy Names to The Best Middle Names For Girls, there's plenty of great suggestions for you to consider.