Choosing a name is always an act of faith in the future. Across the United States and Israel, Jewish parents are looking at the challenges facing our world and responding with a beautiful expression of cultural pride. Whether it’s choosing names that project fierce resilience or seeking out names that symbolize light and hope, the trending baby names of 2025 and 2026 tell a moving story of a connected people.
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