https://nameberry.com/blog/category/classic-names2 undefined Fri, 12 Jun 2026 23:17:48 GMT https://validator.w3.org/feed/docs/rss2.html https://github.com/jpmonette/feed en https://nameberry.com/blog/name-your-baby-after-your-grandpa https://nameberry.com/blog/name-your-baby-after-your-grandpa Tue, 30 Sep 2025 12:00:00 GMT You want to honor your grandpa, but what if his name is old-fashioned, or just a bit too classic for you? We've re-invented the top boy names of the 1930s and 1940s into options that are cool today, and still connected to the original version.

]]> https://nameberry.com/blog/greek-girl-baby-names-20-unexplored-ancient-treasures https://nameberry.com/blog/greek-girl-baby-names-20-unexplored-ancient-treasures Thu, 07 Aug 2025 12:00:00 GMT Lovely ancient Greek girls names from Alala to Echo to Ianthe to Io.

]]> https://nameberry.com/blog/ancient-names-for-babies https://nameberry.com/blog/ancient-names-for-babies Thu, 31 Jul 2025 12:00:00 GMT Ancient Greek and Roman baby names are rising in popularity for modern babies.

]]> https://nameberry.com/blog/the-lost-boys-names-of-1880 https://nameberry.com/blog/the-lost-boys-names-of-1880 Mon, 21 Jul 2025 12:00:00 GMT Lum, Lyman, Lawyer: Hundreds of boy names popular in 1880 have been forgotten, except by us.

]]> https://nameberry.com/blog/1910-baby-names-testing-the-100-year-rule https://nameberry.com/blog/1910-baby-names-testing-the-100-year-rule Sun, 01 Jun 2025 12:00:00 GMT Isabel and Oliver have come back, but what about Lula and Lyle?

]]> https://nameberry.com/blog/papal-baby-names-popes-names-beyond-peter-and-paul https://nameberry.com/blog/papal-baby-names-popes-names-beyond-peter-and-paul Thu, 08 May 2025 12:00:00 GMT Of the 80 names that have been chosen by Popes, here are our picks for a modern baby.

]]> https://nameberry.com/blog/names-that-let-you-have-it-both-ways https://nameberry.com/blog/names-that-let-you-have-it-both-ways Fri, 04 Oct 2024 12:00:00 GMT As Hannah Montana once said, "It's the best of both worlds" — timeless, traditional baby names with fun and quirky nicknames that will allow your child to be a superstar on any playground.

]]> https://nameberry.com/blog/back-to-school-names https://nameberry.com/blog/back-to-school-names Thu, 12 Sep 2024 12:00:00 GMT School is back in session, and here are the names filling today's classrooms...and yesterday's.

]]> https://nameberry.com/blog/stylish-names-with-staying-power https://nameberry.com/blog/stylish-names-with-staying-power Thu, 05 Sep 2024 12:00:00 GMT Worried your secret sweet spot favorite is going to soar up the charts? Or that your under-the-radar pick is in danger of fading from fashion? We have the inside scoop on contemporary, stylish names that are not fluctuating in popularity.

]]> https://nameberry.com/blog/little-black-dress-names-are-always-in-style https://nameberry.com/blog/little-black-dress-names-are-always-in-style Wed, 21 Aug 2024 12:00:00 GMT Little black dress baby names ooze style and sophistication, but they do so with classically understated flair.

]]> https://nameberry.com/blog/blue-jean-baby-names https://nameberry.com/blog/blue-jean-baby-names Wed, 07 Aug 2024 12:00:00 GMT Some baby names are big, flashy, designer choices. And then there are the blue jean baby names: cozy, comfy, quiet, and eminently wearable in everyday life.

]]> https://nameberry.com/blog/redefining-classic-names https://nameberry.com/blog/redefining-classic-names Mon, 15 Jul 2024 12:00:00 GMT What makes a name classic? At Nameberry, we took on the challenge of making the qualifications of a classic measurable. Find out here if your favorite names make the cut.

]]> https://nameberry.com/blog/classic-baby-names-the-ann-clan https://nameberry.com/blog/classic-baby-names-the-ann-clan Tue, 11 Jun 2024 12:00:00 GMT Looking for alternatives to Ann or fresh routes to Annie? We take a look all of her variations, from elaborations to combination names to international imports.

]]> https://nameberry.com/blog/vintage-nicknames-refresh-classic-names https://nameberry.com/blog/vintage-nicknames-refresh-classic-names Wed, 05 Jun 2024 12:00:00 GMT Traditional names that need a style revival can find it with an unexpected vintage nickname. These retro short forms will make you reconsider all of the classics.

]]> https://nameberry.com/blog/four-syllable-names-a-whole-lotta-name https://nameberry.com/blog/four-syllable-names-a-whole-lotta-name Thu, 09 May 2024 12:00:00 GMT Four syllable baby names are very versatile and perfect for shorter surnames. Check out our picks for 80 of the coolest four syllable names right now!

]]> https://nameberry.com/blog/royal-names https://nameberry.com/blog/royal-names Sat, 06 Apr 2024 12:00:00 GMT Our ultimate guide to royal names! Discover popular and classic names fit for a king or queen, see what today’s princely parents are naming their children, and check out more names with regal meanings.

]]> https://nameberry.com/blog/baby-names-before-1850 https://nameberry.com/blog/baby-names-before-1850 Wed, 28 Feb 2024 12:00:00 GMT What did parents name their children before official records began? Records from a hundred years ago show that the choices go far beyond John and Mary — and some of them could inspire you today.

]]> https://nameberry.com/blog/in-search-of-the-meaning-of-mary https://nameberry.com/blog/in-search-of-the-meaning-of-mary Sat, 23 Dec 2023 12:00:00 GMT The meaning of Mary is shrouded in mystery, despite its super classic status. We take a look at the most compelling candidates for Mary's meaning and origin.

]]> https://nameberry.com/blog/three-degrees-of-william https://nameberry.com/blog/three-degrees-of-william Thu, 21 Dec 2023 12:00:00 GMT Classic boy names come in many variations that slide up and down the popularity scale. Here's how to make your traditional favorite more rare.

]]> https://nameberry.com/blog/old-lady-names-ready-for-the-next-wave https://nameberry.com/blog/old-lady-names-ready-for-the-next-wave Wed, 06 Dec 2023 12:00:00 GMT What is the next wave of old lady names coming into style? We take a look at the coolest choices right now and see what's coming up next for the future.

]]> https://nameberry.com/blog/classic-girls-names-how-to-choose-one-thats-truly-timeless https://nameberry.com/blog/classic-girls-names-how-to-choose-one-thats-truly-timeless Mon, 06 Nov 2023 12:00:00 GMT Traditional girl names range from the timeless classics to the unique vintage gems that feel ripe for revival today. We round up 100+ of the best.

]]> https://nameberry.com/blog/false-etymologies https://nameberry.com/blog/false-etymologies Wed, 04 Oct 2023 12:00:00 GMT You've looked up the meaning of your favorite name, you love it... and then another source says it means something totally different! How do you know which one is right? Aili Winstanley Channer explains why, for many well-known names, there's room for both.

]]> https://nameberry.com/blog/classic-boys-names-how-to-choose-one-thats-truly-timeless https://nameberry.com/blog/classic-boys-names-how-to-choose-one-thats-truly-timeless Tue, 12 Sep 2023 12:00:00 GMT Traditional boy names are cool and classic, and never out of style (although not always popular!) Check out our ultimate guide to finding the perfect one.

]]> https://nameberry.com/blog/elizabeth-the-name-that-has-everything https://nameberry.com/blog/elizabeth-the-name-that-has-everything Fri, 08 Sep 2023 12:00:00 GMT In honor of Queen Elizabeth II, who died one year ago today, a deeper look at her extraordinary name and its many amazing variations.

]]> https://nameberry.com/blog/classic-baby-names-on-the-rise https://nameberry.com/blog/classic-baby-names-on-the-rise Thu, 07 Sep 2023 12:00:00 GMT Even classic baby names come in and out of fashion. The coolest classics of the moment include Eleanor, Theodore, and more.

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