Articles by Elisabeth Wilborn

14 years ago this month, we waved goodbye to the lovable Charlie Brown gang. Now Denise Potter wonders here if these ten Peanuts’ names are ready for a revamp. Give a warm welcome back to Frieda, Linus, and Eudora!

Cold winter months like February aren’t everyone’s cup of hot chocolate — unless your name is Cupid, of course. But these interesting baby names inspired by the second month of the year just may warm you up, or make a perfect match for a little Aquarius or Pisces.

A great game, amazing ads, awesome half-time show — the Super Bowl offers something for everyone, even name nerds. Here, the best of the players’ names, via Denise Potter.

Denise K. Potter wants a little respect for her home state–and for all the great baby names you can find living there.

Elisabeth Wilborn of You Can’t Call it “it” has some issues with certain kinds of kreeatif spellings. Do you agree with her? Would you go for Kaylie or Kayleigh?

After naming three boys, this mom finally has the chance to name a daughter and she really wants to get it right. Can you help?

Elaine might be a great name…..for a middle-aged woman. But this 16-year-old Elaine wants a name that fits, a name she loves. The solution? That’s up to you.

Sibset SOS! This mom is seeking help finding a name for her fourth child with a meaning that’s compatible with those of his or her older sisters. Can you help her make a meaningful choice?

Her husband is a IV, and her mother-in-law says baby has to be the V. But this Mom isn’t too keen on following the family naming tradition. Is it possible to break the pattern without declaring war?

It’s not your fault: You’ve never named a baby before. If you’re a first-time namer, beware of making these common mistakes.