Articles by Katherine Morna Towne

Looking for a stylish surname that's not too popular? Here are some ideas with interesting and unexpected origins.

There are so many inspiring saint names beyond the obvious candidates. Here are a selection of favorites that are both unusual and stylish.

Some of the reasons why so few moms choose to pass their names on to their daughters.

Babies named Corona may seem far-fetched in the midst of the current coronavirus crisis, but there’s a long history of disaster-inspired baby names.

Can you imagine the challenge of naming a seventh son?

There are hundreds of names linked to the Virgin Mary–both directly and indirectly, and for boys as well as girls.

Some strategies for using a problematic name you love but hiding it too.

We’ve all heard about parents’ name remorse, but what if it’s the child who doesn’t like his or her name? Here are a few tips on helping them embrace their name.

Should you use or keep in reserve a name that’s similar to one that you love for another gender?

How the reputations of star athletes can have an influence on names–both pro and con.