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Articles by Clare Green
Clare Green has been writing for Nameberry since 2015, covering everything from names peaking right now to feminist baby names, and keeping up-to-date with international baby name rankings. Her work has featured in publications such as The Independent and HuffPost. Clare has a background in linguistics and librarianship, and recently completed an MA dissertation researching names in multilingual families. She lives in England with her husband and son. You can reach her at clare@nameberry.com
Fri Aug 27 2021
The Baby Names We're Totally Over
Looking for a cool, fresh baby name that’s ahead of the curve? You’d better avoid these ones. Here are names and trends that, however great they may be, are past their peak popularity.
Sat Aug 21 2021
The Most Nonbinary Names in Every State
Are Angel and Amani gender-neutral? It depends where you live. We found the names in every state that were given to exactly the same number of girls and boys. Prepare for some surprises, and maybe some new names for your list.
Mon Aug 09 2021
Gender-Bending Baby Names
Gender-bending baby names are the choice of many celebrities.
Sat Jul 31 2021
Scandinavian Boy Names Hit the Sweet Spot
What's your Scandi style? Whether you want to celebrate Nordic heritage or just love Scandinavian culture, we've got boy name ideas to inspire you, from classics like Eric and Carl to hot favorites like Axel and Soren.
Sat Jun 26 2021
Top Baby Names 2021...So Far
Halfway through the year, it's time to check in on the most popular names according to Nameberry. Stylish favorites like Arlo and Maeve are popular, but we have Meghan and Harry to thank for the biggest trend in girl names.
Sat Jun 19 2021
Dad Names Get a Reboot
Happy Fathers' Day! If you're a new parent you might not know how much boy names have moved on since you were at school. To inspire you, we've updated favorites of the 1980s and 90s (in other words, Dad Names) for a new generation.
Sat May 22 2021
Forgotten Names Return to the Charts
These names went completely missing for decades, but now they're back on the charts. Discover the comeback kids of 2020, including vintage revivals, creative twists, and international gems.
Sat May 08 2021
Best New Baby Names in the Top 1000
The latest baby name chart is here, and there are 88 new entries in the Top 1000. Find the full list of up-and-coming names here, plus our pick of the best.
Sat Apr 10 2021
The Most Popular Baby Names of the Year, So Far
We've tallied up the most highly-viewed names on Nameberry for the first quarter of 2021. Ava and Arlo take the top spot; find out what's up, what's down, and what's trending in the most up-to-date name chart around.
Fri Mar 26 2021
Top Baby Names in Scotland 2020
Scotland's most popular names combine international favorites, British style, and uniquely Scottish choices. Discover the new top girl name, the very long-running top boy name, and some of the hottest names for Scottish parents today.