Nameberry: Name News from the Arts & Pop Culture

Disney Princess Names

Sat, 20 Dec 2025 12:00:00 GMT

The Disney Princesses have some gorgeous names, from Aurora to Belle to Raya. Take a look at how Disney Princess movies have influenced naming trends, and read up on some of the histories behind these iconic heroines' names.

Literary Ladies: Unique names from Books

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Literary name inspiration by way of some of the more uniquely named female characters in novels and plays–Amaryllis and Alabama, Rain and Blue .

Mermaid Names: Beyond Madison and Ariel

Thu, 19 Jun 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Searching through sources from ancient myth to modern movies, Abby Sandel uncovers a bevy of distinctive mermaid names, from Cleodora to Coralia, Oona to Ocarina.

Extravagant Boy Names Stand Out

Mon, 26 May 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Extravagant boy names and where to find them! A treasure trove of stand-out choices for bold baby namers and those looking for a dramatic name for a character or pet.

Mardi Gras Names: Let The Good Times Roll!

Mon, 03 Mar 2025 12:00:00 GMT

A parade of names celebrating the fun and pageantry of the New Orleans carnival, and all things Louisiana. Laissez les bons temps rouler!

Quiz: What's Your 2024 Name?

Mon, 30 Dec 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Take our quiz to discover your 2024 name, then read about the names that defined this year!

Happy Baby Names

Wed, 11 Dec 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Happy baby names are a great gift to bestow upon a child. Here is a wide-ranging list of positive possibilities, from Gioia to Georgie, Sebastian to Serenity.

Brand Names Become Baby Names

Mon, 19 Aug 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Brand name or baby name? They're both! Take a look at the baby names that were inspired by popular brand names in 2023 — some of them might surprise you.

AI Says These Are the Most Stereotypical Names in Your State

Sat, 20 Jul 2024 12:00:00 GMT

We asked AI about the most stereotypical baby names in each state, and the results are wild.

Bridgerton Names: Fantasy or historic reality?

Wed, 22 May 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Bridgerton names are part of the Netflix series' enthralling fantasy, but may not represent real early 19th century naming practices.

100 Best Sci-Fi Names for Children

Tue, 09 Apr 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Can science fiction names work in this world too? You bet. Many of our favorite characters have wonderful names, whether classic or modern, that have inspired parents and even kicked off trends. Here are our top 100 sci-fi names for your little intergalactic hero(ine).

Baseball Names Hit It Out of the Park

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 12:00:00 GMT

For the new Major League season, we pitch a long list of baseball-related names and nicknames, some more wearable than others.

Fairy Tale Names Cast Magic Spell

Sat, 23 Mar 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Looking for a baby name with an extra bit of enchantment? Consider one of these unique baby names from fairy tales.

Celebrity Baby Name Tattoos

Thu, 07 Mar 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Celebrities who have paid tribute to their children with baby name tattoos — from conventional to crazy.

Kindercore Names Evoke Nostalgia

Sat, 17 Feb 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Kindercore names harken back to childhood, referencing beloved characters we all grew up with. We explore this new trend, as seen in recent celebrity babies Bambi, Cosmo, and Malibu Barbie.

African-American Heroine Names

Fri, 16 Feb 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Notable African-American heroines inspire a range of names to look up to, from the well-known to the underappreciated.

How Bad Are These Names?

Sun, 07 Jan 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Some names are so attached to infamous figures that they're unthinkable on a child... or are they? Culture changes, and names that were once unacceptable can become possible or even popular. We shine the spotlight on the most notorious names, to see where they are now.

Harry Potter Names: Beyond Harry & Hermione

Sat, 06 Jan 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Harry Potter names highlight the influence of the world-famous book and movie series on the naming world, from Luna to Bellatrix to Draco.

Quiz: What's Your 2023 Name?

Sat, 30 Dec 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Take our quiz to discover your 2023 name, then read about the names that defined the year.

Taylor Swift May Be a Baby Name Influencer, but She Won’t Popularize This Name

Tue, 19 Dec 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Is there anything Taylor Swift can't do? Actually, yes: popularize this baby name.

Moonstruck Names: Lunar names from Calypso to Cressida

Wed, 15 Nov 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Shimmering moon names drawn from the worlds of Greek myth and Shakespeare's plays.

Top Baby Name Influencers 2023

Wed, 08 Nov 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Stars and their children are the top baby name influencers of 2023. See the most influential celebrity-related names of the year, from Aspyn to Ozzy to Shai.

What's Your Halloween Name?

Tue, 31 Oct 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Celebrate the holiday with seasonal names for a Halloween baby, and a quiz to find out your own spooky Halloween name.

Demon Names: The Ultimate Guide

Mon, 30 Oct 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Demon names are more popular than ever before — for characters, pets, and yes, even babies. Find the best, most badass demon names in our ultimate guide.

Character Names: Finding the perfect one

Sat, 07 Oct 2023 12:00:00 GMT

Character names can be as difficult as baby names. Here are some tips from a writer on finding good ones.