Most Popular Names
Top boys name: Liam, Top girls name: Emma
21st century baby naming trends; biblical classics (Jacob, Noah) and modern favorites (Emma, Olivia, Liam) dominate
by Delia Owens
21st century bestseller or culturally defining novel
EVs enter mass adoption
21st century consumer tech and digital platforms
by Ryan Coogler
21st century box office hit or critically acclaimed film
Republican Party
Populist movement, impeachment, COVID-19 pandemic
by Drake
Billboard Hot 100 year-end #1 hit, reflecting radio, sales, and streaming
Year-End Close
-6% from previous year
Post-GFC bull market
Collectible blind-bag dolls