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From Andor to The Summer I Turned Pretty: How 2025s TV and Film Hits Are Inspiring Baby Names
From the sun‑kissed shores of The Summer I Turned Pretty to the dim, espionage‑laden corridors of Andor, parents across the United States are turning to the characters of recent streaming and cinematic releases when choosing first or middle names for their children. The trend, which has already pushed names like Jeremiah, Conrad, and Andor into baby‑name charts, reflects the cultural sway of the streaming era and the growing visibility of diverse characters on screen.
The Amazon Prime Video series The Summer I Turned Pretty debuted on June 17, 2022, and wrapped up with an 11‑episode finale on July 16, 2025. The show follows teenage Belly Conklin—played by Lola Tung—as she navigates a love triangle with brothers Conrad (Christopher Briney) and Jeremiah (Gavin Casalegno). The romantic drama’s popularity has seeped into naming guides, with Jeremiah and Conrad appearing on lists of baby names inspired by the series.
Disney+’s Andor premiered on September 21, 2022, and entered its second season on April 22, 2025. The prequel to Rogue One: A Star Wars Story chronicles Cassian Andor—portrayed by Diego Luna—as he rises from a reluctant spy to a committed rebel. The show earned twenty‑two Primetime Emmy nominations and captured five awards in 2025, including Outstanding Writing for a Drama Series. Characters such as Andor, Kleya, and Luthen have already surfaced in naming guides for parents seeking contemporary, sci‑fi‑inspired options.
In January 2025, HBO Max launched The Pitt, a medical drama that has garnered critical acclaim and five awards at the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards, including Outstanding Drama Series. Centered on the staff of a Pittsburgh trauma center, the series introduces characters like Collins (Tracy Ifeachor), Samira (Isa Briones), and Perlah (Katherine LaNasa). These names, among others from the show, have caught the attention of parents looking for unique, culturally diverse choices.
Netflix’s romantic comedy Nobody Wants This premiered on September 26, 2024, and was renewed for a second season released on October 23, 2025, with a third slated for 2026. Starring Kristen Bell and Adam Brody, the series earned three Primetime Emmy nominations in 2025. Baby‑name lists inspired by the show have highlighted characters Joanne and Noah.
The 2025 film slate has also contributed to the naming trend. Paul Thomas Anderson’s One Battle After Another debuted that year and earned fourteen nominations at the 31st Critics’ Choice Awards in 2026; the character name Willa from the film has been cited in naming guides. Dakota Johnson’s The Materialists (2025) introduced the name Lucy, while Disney’s Elio (2025) popularized the name Elio. The Wicked: For Good adaptation brought Glinda, Nessa, and Elfie into the conversation, and the Jurassic World sequels introduced names such as Zora, Duncan, and Rumi. Netflix’s Kpop Demon Hunters (2025) added Mira, Rumi, and Celine to the list.
As high‑profile streaming series and films continue to roll out in 2025 and 2026, the trend of parents drawing baby‑name inspiration from contemporary media is poised to persist. With new seasons of Andor, The Pitt, and Nobody Wants This on the horizon, and films like One Battle After Another and Elio maintaining festival buzz and streaming momentum, the pool of media‑derived names will only grow. Parents seeking distinctive, culturally resonant names are likely to keep turning to the latest television and film releases for fresh inspiration.
The Amazon Prime Video series The Summer I Turned Pretty debuted on June 17, 2022, and wrapped up with an 11‑episode finale on July 16, 2025. The show follows teenage Belly Conklin—played by Lola Tung—as she navigates a love triangle with brothers Conrad (Christopher Briney) and Jeremiah (Gavin Casalegno). The romantic drama’s popularity has seeped into naming guides, with Jeremiah and Conrad appearing on lists of baby names inspired by the series.
Disney+’s Andor premiered on September 21, 2022, and entered its second season on April 22, 2025. The prequel to Rogue One: A Star Wars Story chronicles Cassian Andor—portrayed by Diego Luna—as he rises from a reluctant spy to a committed rebel. The show earned twenty‑two Primetime Emmy nominations and captured five awards in 2025, including Outstanding Writing for a Drama Series. Characters such as Andor, Kleya, and Luthen have already surfaced in naming guides for parents seeking contemporary, sci‑fi‑inspired options.
In January 2025, HBO Max launched The Pitt, a medical drama that has garnered critical acclaim and five awards at the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards, including Outstanding Drama Series. Centered on the staff of a Pittsburgh trauma center, the series introduces characters like Collins (Tracy Ifeachor), Samira (Isa Briones), and Perlah (Katherine LaNasa). These names, among others from the show, have caught the attention of parents looking for unique, culturally diverse choices.
Netflix’s romantic comedy Nobody Wants This premiered on September 26, 2024, and was renewed for a second season released on October 23, 2025, with a third slated for 2026. Starring Kristen Bell and Adam Brody, the series earned three Primetime Emmy nominations in 2025. Baby‑name lists inspired by the show have highlighted characters Joanne and Noah.
The 2025 film slate has also contributed to the naming trend. Paul Thomas Anderson’s One Battle After Another debuted that year and earned fourteen nominations at the 31st Critics’ Choice Awards in 2026; the character name Willa from the film has been cited in naming guides. Dakota Johnson’s The Materialists (2025) introduced the name Lucy, while Disney’s Elio (2025) popularized the name Elio. The Wicked: For Good adaptation brought Glinda, Nessa, and Elfie into the conversation, and the Jurassic World sequels introduced names such as Zora, Duncan, and Rumi. Netflix’s Kpop Demon Hunters (2025) added Mira, Rumi, and Celine to the list.
As high‑profile streaming series and films continue to roll out in 2025 and 2026, the trend of parents drawing baby‑name inspiration from contemporary media is poised to persist. With new seasons of Andor, The Pitt, and Nobody Wants This on the horizon, and films like One Battle After Another and Elio maintaining festival buzz and streaming momentum, the pool of media‑derived names will only grow. Parents seeking distinctive, culturally resonant names are likely to keep turning to the latest television and film releases for fresh inspiration.
