Zofia and Nikodem led Polish baby names in 2025, with stable traditional choices dominating despite subtle trends behind the scenes.
Stable Favorites
Data from Poland’s Civil Status Offices shows Zofia and Nikodem maintained their top positions throughout 2025, demonstrating rare stability in baby name trends.
The full-year data confirms these names were leaders in both the first and second halves of the year, with minimal rearrangements in the rankings.
Subtle Trends Behind the Numbers
While the podium remained unchanged, the second half of 2025 saw strengthening of names that blend classic and modern sounds.
Among girls, Maja and Zuzanna swapped positions, while Emilia entered the top ten after previously ranking outside it. For boys, Leon gained ground at Jan’s expense.
Rare Names Reflect Changing Tastes
Names given to just a few children across Poland reveal new inspirations including Eastern and Southern European origins, as well as cultural influences from film and television.
These rare and exotic choices represent parents who want their child to stand out without completely breaking conventions.
Traditional Second Names
While first names may be more experimental, second names remain firmly traditional. Jan, Piotr, and Józef for boys, and Maria, Anna, and Zofia for girls continue to serve as anchors of tradition.
This reflects a compromise where modernity takes the lead while classic names provide a traditional backdrop.