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Articles by Linda Rosenkrantz
Linda Rosenkrantz is the co-founder of Nameberry, and co-author with Pamela Redmond of the ten baby naming books acknowledged to have revolutionized American baby naming. You can follow her personally at Instagram, Twitter and Facebook. She is also the author of the highly acclaimed New York Review Books Classics novel Talk and a number of other books.
Thu Aug 25 2016
12 Brilliant Baby Names
Smart names for smart babies. Names that mean intelligent, ancient goddesses of wisdom, and heroes famed for their smarts–here’s a varied list of names that project intelligence and wisdom.
Thu Aug 25 2016
How Ramona Made Me A Name Nerd
Reading about heroines with unusual names like Harriet and Anastasia and Ramona exposed lots of young girls to the intriguing variety and diversity of names– among them author Duana Taha.
Wed Aug 24 2016
Boy Baby Names: The 12 Jazziest
Rock names are hot but jazz names are even cooler. Dexter and Bix. Django and Duke, Miles and McCoy. Perfect for jazz fans and beyond!
Mon Aug 22 2016
19 Biblical Girl Names You Should Consider
With Old Testament names like Sarah, Rebecca, Rachel, Leah and Hannah sliding down the popularity list, it’s time to look for some fresh substitutes–and here are some new possibilities, from Abijah to Jerusha to Kezia to Zipporah.
Mon Aug 01 2016
Latest Berry Birth Announcements
Lots of international influence on this month’s babyberry birth announcements, from Maeve and Lachlan to Tali and Tatiana.
Wed Jul 20 2016
100 Brilliant Boy Names in Translation
Translating and transforming boys names into more exotic choices.
Tue Jul 12 2016
17 Medieval Hipster Names
Could these obscure names from the Middle Ages work for a 21st century babe?
Thu Jul 07 2016
100 Gorgeous Girl Names in Translation
Translating a name into the perfect choice for your baby girl–from Alessandra and Anais to Zofia and Zuzana.
Wed Jul 06 2016
Inspiring Namesake Names from Alice to Beatrix to Wiley
Baby name inspiration from July-related namesakes, including Harper Lee, Wiley Post and Beatrix Potter.
Tue Jul 05 2016
Multiple Multiples on June Baby Announcements!
Four sets of twins and one of triplets: a bonanza of great new names on Nameberry this month!