Nameberry: Nature, Place and Word Names

Maori Names Take the Stage

Thu, 10 Jul 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Māori names range from cool international favorites like Ari and Maia to rare gems like Aroha and Matiu. Discover some of the best Māori baby names and their meanings.

12 Best Beachy Names for Girls

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Looking for a name for a summertime baby girl that goes beyond the obvious choices? Here are 12 examples you probably haven't thought of.

Summer Baby Names: The Ultimate Guide

Mon, 16 Jun 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Summer baby names call to mind long, lazy summer days spent soaking up nature in all its glory. Here, our ultimate guide to all things summer names: from the most popular to the most unique summer names for girls and boys.

Flower Names for Girls: The Ultimate Guide

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Flower names for girls never go out of style! Here are our picks for the brightest and best floral names for girls right now.

June Baby Names Welcome the Summer!

Sun, 01 Jun 2025 12:00:00 GMT

June baby names include sweet summery choices meaning sun and sea, as well as names that celebrate June's most famous figures, feasts, and festivals.

Unique Girl Names from Nature

Mon, 26 May 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Unusual nature names for girls reference the earth and the sky, the water and the seasons.

Easter Names: the Ultimate Guide

Sat, 19 Apr 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Easter names are Springy, symbolic, and spiritual. They include common names connected to nature, such as Lily and Willow, as well as rare names with meanings related to rabbits, rebirth, palms — even eggs!

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!

March Baby Names Let The Sunshine In!

Sat, 01 Mar 2025 12:00:00 GMT

In like a lion, out like a lamb. March baby names usher in the spring, so fresh nature names abound in our round-up of the best names for March babies.

Valentine’s Day Baby Names Mean Love

Thu, 13 Feb 2025 12:00:00 GMT

Our ultimate guide to Valentine's Day names meaning love, heart, and all things sweet, plus some gems from mythology and literature. Will you choose one for your little lovebug?

African-American Naming History: The evolution of Black names

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 12:00:00 GMT

The earliest African American names included day names, place names, and word names that sound very 21st century.

Autumn Names: Colorful and Cozy

Tue, 24 Sep 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Expecting a Fall baby, or just love this time of year? There's a rich harvest of autumnal names to choose from, inspired by nature, colors, festivals, and of course names meaning Autumn itself.

Positive Baby Names Lift the Spirits

Sun, 25 Aug 2024 12:00:00 GMT

From Joy to Jazz, these word names are fresh, uplifting, and positively in style.

Secret Nature Names Bring the Outside In

Tue, 20 Aug 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Secret nature names are the outdoorsy choices with a more subtle connection to the natural world. They still feel fresh and appealing, but they hide their secret nature behind a cool or classic exterior.

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.

Water Names Make a Splash

Mon, 12 Aug 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Dive into a refreshing pool of names inspired by oceans, lakes, rivers and more, perfect for your water babe.

200+ Unique and Amazing Nature Names

Sun, 28 Jul 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Beyond popular nature-inspired choices like Lily and River, Mother Nature has an abundance of beautiful rare names.

Spanish Nature Names Soar Beyond Luna

Thu, 11 Jul 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Move over Luna, here are our picks of the best Spanish nature names of 2024.

The 27+ Best Beachy Baby Names

Sat, 29 Jun 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Beach-combing for summery baby names and digging up some surprising treasures.

Flower Names for Boys Are Blooming

Sat, 22 Jun 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Flower names for boys are a fresh take on nature names, far rarer and more unexpected than their female counterparts. Discover some of our favorite floral boy names here.

Rose Alternatives: Fresh Twists on a Classic

Fri, 07 Jun 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Searching for alternatives to the classic girl name Rose? We've got a wealth of fresh options for you, ripe for the picking!

Island Names for Babies: What's mainstream on the mainland

Tue, 04 Jun 2024 12:00:00 GMT

What could be more appealing than the name of a cool, serene island — especially with the summer months right around the corner? Here are our picks of the best, from Capri to Rhodes.

Night Names are Heavenly

Sat, 25 May 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Night names take their cues from the stars, moon, and mythological deities of the night sky. Explore our guide to 100+ nighttime baby names.

Lost Names Back in the Charts!

Thu, 23 May 2024 12:00:00 GMT

These names dropped off the charts for years, but now they're back! Including vintage nicknames and long-lost word names, which of these are back for good?

Flower Name Meanings Hold Secrets

Fri, 03 May 2024 12:00:00 GMT

Flower name meanings hold secrets related to sentiments and relationships that Victorians used to convey hidden messages. Discover the secret meanings of your favorite popular and uncommon flower names.