Are you looking for a name that is tops in America? Many names that are popular today in the US have roots in dozens of languages and culture dues to the wide variety of nationalities represented in today's American population. Read on to see how many of those names have been Americanized and what the Top 50 all-American names are for baby girls and boys!

With the influx of so many cultures into the American population there have been a huge number of names coming in as well. Often these names are Anglicized, or Americanized, to make them easier to pronounce and spell for English speakers, and will make appearances not only in American nurseries and classrooms but on the top popularity charts as well.

There are also certain trends that have developed, such as bestowing shortened versions of names as independent first names. Another popular trend is using a surname as a first name, and this generally catches on for both boy and girl names!

Check out our Top 50 list of the best all-American names and their meanings.

All-American Names for Baby Boys

Alec: This is the Scottish form of Alex, which then is a short form of Alexander.

Archer: Literally meaning "a bowman," this was originally a surname.

Ashton: Meaning "belonging to Ashton," which refers to Ash Town.

Bennett: This name comes from the longer name Benedict, which comes from Latin and means "blessed."

Braden: This was originally an English surname, which means "from Bradden, from the broad valley."

Brennan: This comes from an Irish name (O Brennan) which means "descendant of Braoin."

Cade: Meaning "round," this name has Old English and French origins.

Chase: This name with English roots means "dweller at the hunting ground."

Corbin: This name is derived from an Old French word that means "raven."

Cullen: Before there was Twilight this name was widely used in Ireland and is now becoming popular in the US.

Devin: This name comes from an Irish word meaning "a poet."

Evan: This name has Gaelic roots and means "youth."

Gabe: This is a popular short form of the name Gabriel and is often given as an independent name.

Jackson: This popular name simply means "son of Jack" and originated in 14th century England.

Jordan: This name has Hebrew roots and means "to flow down, descend."

Kit: This name originated as a nickname of Christopher.

Lane: Meaning "a narrow country road," this name has Old English origins.

Lennox: This name comes from a Gaelic word meaning "elm trees."

Murray: Meaning "sea warrior," this name has Gaelic origins.

Parker: Referring to a park keeper or game keeper, this was originally a surname that has grown in popularity as a given first name.

Ross: This name, meaning "peninsula," comes from a Gaelic word (ros).

Sloane: This is the Anglicized form of a Gaelic name meaning "warrior, soldier."

Tanner: This is an occupational name which comes from one who tans animal hides.

Tyson: This name comes from an Old French word meaning "firebrand."

Zane: This is actually a form of the name John, which means "God is gracious."

All-American Names for Baby Girls

Alexa: This name has two possible sources: It is either the short form of Alexandra, or it comes from a Greek word meaning "to defend, help."

Amber: This name comes from fossil resin that is often used in jewelry making.

Audrey: Meaning "noble strength," this name has Old English roots.

Bailey: This name was originally an English surname.

Beverly: Meaning "dweller near the beaver stream," this name has roots in Old English.

Candace: This name means "white, pure, sincere" and is Latin in origin.

Celeste: With the lovely meaning of "heavenly, celestial," this name comes from a French word.

Corinna: This name, from a Greek word, means "maiden."

Darby: This is a feminine (and Anglicized) version of an Irish name meaning "a freeman."

Delaney: This name originally comes from an Irish surname.

Eden: This Hebrew name means "delight" and is also considered biblical in origin.

Holly: This name comes from the holly tree, which is often prominently featured in Christmas decorations.

Ivy: Another plant/nature name, this is an evergreen climbing vine.

June: Coming from the name of the 6th month, this name comes from the Roman goddess Juno.

Kiley: This name was originally an Irish surname, and means "graceful, beautiful."

Lark: This comes from the name of a small songbird and comes from a Middle English word (larke).

Laura: This name comes from a Latin word, laurel, which is a type of a bush.

Liza: This name started out as a short form of Elizabeth but is often given as an independent name.

Mallory: This name comes from an Old French word (maloret) which means "the unfortunate one."

Morgan: This name, meaning "white, sea, circle," has Welsh origins.

Piper: This name literally means "one who plays the pipes" and is enjoying recent popularity.

Raven: This name comes directly from the name of the large, black bird.'

Sage: This name's origin is the plant of the same name.

Taryn: This is a modern coinage that is based on the name Tara.

Willow: This name comes from the name of the willow tree, which is noted for its flexibility and gracefulness.

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