Choosing a child’s name can feel overwhelming, especially with so much else to consider once the baby arrives.
To help parents prepare, jewellery retailer Pandora UK has partnered with baby name consultant Colleen Slagen to reveal her predictions for the biggest baby naming trends of 2026, from nickname-style names to the celebrities set to inspire British parents.
Here are the baby girl names she thinks will be hot over the next 12 months.
Make sure you don't miss a moment of breaking news from across Scotland by signing up to our free newsletter here.
1. Sofia
Sofia is set to the be the hottest girl baby name of 2026. It comes from the Greek word sophía meaning 'wisdom'. | Canva/Getty Images
2. Tove
Tove (pronounced 'Too-vey') takes second spot, It is a Scandinavian name of Old Norse origin, meaning 'beloved' or 'beautiful'. | Canva/Getty Images
3. Willow
The final podium spot when it comes to trendy female baby names in 2026 is Willow. It comes from tree of the same name and represents 'grace, resilience, and flexibility'. | Canva/Getty Images
4. Rosie
Botanical names are very much in trend at the moment, including Rosie. It's a variation of Rose, named after the flower and symbolising beauty, love, and purity. | Canva/Getty Images