https://nameberry.com/blog/category/middle-last-and-nicknames undefined Tue, 16 Jun 2026 22:32:07 GMT https://validator.w3.org/feed/docs/rss2.html https://github.com/jpmonette/feed en https://nameberry.com/blog/middle-names-the-secret-middles-of-famous-names https://nameberry.com/blog/middle-names-the-secret-middles-of-famous-names Tue, 26 Aug 2025 12:00:00 GMT What are the most unique celebrity middle names? We'll introduce you to the A-list celebs who claim (or hide) Mungo, Delight, and Joan of Arc as their middles.

]]> 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/new-surname-names-for-boys https://nameberry.com/blog/new-surname-names-for-boys Mon, 02 Jun 2025 12:00:00 GMT If you love names like Mason, Hunter and Brooks but are looking for something less popular, we've got you covered. Surname names for boys are an ever-growing trend, but there are still plenty of underused options, whether you like occupational names, rockstar heroes, or a last name with a cute nickname.

]]> https://nameberry.com/blog/nicknames-ultimate-guide https://nameberry.com/blog/nicknames-ultimate-guide Mon, 28 Apr 2025 12:00:00 GMT Nicknames are one of the most fun parts of naming, as they often take on a life of their own. Whether you are planning your child's nickname carefully or leaving it to chance, you'll find inspiration here to suit all styles.

]]> https://nameberry.com/blog/middle-name-trends https://nameberry.com/blog/middle-name-trends Thu, 06 Mar 2025 12:00:00 GMT Once used as placeholders, middle names have become a space for creativity and individuality. Today, parents use them to add contrast, meaning, or flair — making name combinations more distinctive than ever. We analyze the top middle names and middle name trends today.

]]> 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/vintage-surname-names-gems-from-a-secret-source https://nameberry.com/blog/vintage-surname-names-gems-from-a-secret-source Mon, 09 Sep 2024 12:00:00 GMT Vintage surname names? Yes, this modern trend isn't so modern after all. See the top surname names from a century ago, along with unique choices from our secret source.

]]> https://nameberry.com/blog/zippy-and-preppy-diminutives https://nameberry.com/blog/zippy-and-preppy-diminutives Fri, 26 Jul 2024 12:00:00 GMT A fascinating compilation of lively, almost-forgotten old diminutives that deserve a new look, by Eleanor Nickerson aka Elea of the blog British Baby Names.

]]> https://nameberry.com/blog/hello-dolly-names-from-the-doll-world https://nameberry.com/blog/hello-dolly-names-from-the-doll-world Wed, 10 Jul 2024 12:00:00 GMT Through the years, from Barbara Lou to Barbie, dolls' ID tags have said a lot about name trends.

]]> https://nameberry.com/blog/unusual-names-with-popular-nicknames https://nameberry.com/blog/unusual-names-with-popular-nicknames Sun, 07 Jul 2024 12:00:00 GMT If you want to use a popular nickname like Ellie or Joe, there are more options for full names than you might think.

]]> https://nameberry.com/blog/42-stylish-surname-names-for-girls https://nameberry.com/blog/42-stylish-surname-names-for-girls Tue, 18 Jun 2024 12:00:00 GMT Harper is a fine name, but after a decade near the top of the list, it's time to look to the next generation of surname names for girls, Goodbye Harper, Madison, Riley, and hello Hollis, Madigan, and Ripley!

]]> https://nameberry.com/blog/middle-names-2019 https://nameberry.com/blog/middle-names-2019 Fri, 14 Jun 2024 12:00:00 GMT Millennial parents are getting creative with their children's middle names. These are the top trends in middle names for 2024 and beyond.

]]> https://nameberry.com/blog/grandpa-names https://nameberry.com/blog/grandpa-names Sun, 09 Jun 2024 12:00:00 GMT Grandpa names — the names that grandchildren call their grandfathers — are more creative than ever before. Bye-bye, Grandpa and hello, Biggie? Zippo? Grady? The choice is yours!

]]> 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/grandma-names https://nameberry.com/blog/grandma-names Sun, 05 May 2024 12:00:00 GMT Grandma names — the names that grandchildren call their grandmothers — are more creative than ever before. Bye-bye, Grandma and hello, Glamma? Zuzu? Honey? The choice is yours!

]]> https://nameberry.com/blog/common-italian-last-names-with-meanings https://nameberry.com/blog/common-italian-last-names-with-meanings Fri, 01 Mar 2024 12:00:00 GMT The most common Italian surnames include patronymics, occupational names, and descriptive names.

]]> https://nameberry.com/blog/the-next-wave-of-surname-names-is-coming https://nameberry.com/blog/the-next-wave-of-surname-names-is-coming Tue, 27 Feb 2024 12:00:00 GMT Each generation has its own favorite surname baby names. Meet the next wave of up-and-coming last names, and discover cool, fresh alternatives to the popular choices.

]]> https://nameberry.com/blog/top-last-names-in-the-us https://nameberry.com/blog/top-last-names-in-the-us Wed, 24 Jan 2024 12:00:00 GMT 100 most common last names in the US are collected here, with their origins and meanings. Is yours on the list?

]]> https://nameberry.com/blog/todays-middle-names-dont-even-need-to-be-names https://nameberry.com/blog/todays-middle-names-dont-even-need-to-be-names Fri, 19 Jan 2024 12:00:00 GMT Middle names are a safe space to have fun and let your imagination soar. Take a look at some of the quirky and unique middle names used by celebrities and non-famous parents alike. We bet you didn't even know some of them could be names!

]]> https://nameberry.com/blog/nicknames-for-babies-have-never-been-cooler https://nameberry.com/blog/nicknames-for-babies-have-never-been-cooler Wed, 17 Jan 2024 12:00:00 GMT Nicknames for babies: would you consider putting one on the birth certificate? Our newly updated lists of cool and unique nicknames might just inspire you!

]]> https://nameberry.com/blog/some-surprising-surnames-to-consider https://nameberry.com/blog/some-surprising-surnames-to-consider Sun, 10 Dec 2023 12:00:00 GMT Looking for a stylish surname that's not too popular? Here are some ideas with interesting and unexpected origins.

]]> https://nameberry.com/blog/spanish-surnames https://nameberry.com/blog/spanish-surnames Thu, 21 Sep 2023 12:00:00 GMT How many Garcias do you know? Here is the newest data on the most common Spanish surnames in the US today.

]]> https://nameberry.com/blog/baby-name-nicknames-getting-to-gus https://nameberry.com/blog/baby-name-nicknames-getting-to-gus Fri, 04 Aug 2023 12:00:00 GMT Do you love the nickname Gus, but would prefer a more unusual route to it than August or Augustus? Here's a world of options ranging from familiar Angus to rare gems like Finegas.

]]> https://nameberry.com/blog/the-mary-month-of-may https://nameberry.com/blog/the-mary-month-of-may Tue, 02 May 2023 12:00:00 GMT Can you still name a baby Mary? You can if you name her Manon, Marietta, or Minnie.

]]> https://nameberry.com/blog/cute-baby-names https://nameberry.com/blog/cute-baby-names Thu, 02 Sep 2021 12:00:00 GMT One way to reclaim the cute in baby names is to choose a buttoned-up name like Eleanor with a cute nickname like Ellie or Nell. Another way is to see cute as an all-around good thing and embrace it by choosing a name that’s cute out of the gate.

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