Baby Names
Baby names are the overall focus of all the news and features on Nameberry. Our news stories cover the latest popular baby names, analysis of baby name trends, and news on baby girl names and baby boy names. We bring you all the news on baby names as it happens.
Sat Dec 07 2024
Celebrity Baby Name Trends of 2024
The celebrity baby name trends of 2024 offer a glimpse of future name trends across America. See what was hot with the stars this year and what we can expect to see at the top of the popularity charts in years to come.
Mon Dec 02 2024
Let Us Name Your Baby
In this week's edition of our advice column, we speak to Catherine, who is searching for the perfect way to honor her late brother Dave in her daughter's name. Nameberry founder Pamela Redmond chimes in with her ideas, finished off with our first official "Let Us Name Your Baby" birth announcement!
Sun Dec 01 2024
December Baby Names Spread Cheer
December names are magical! In our guide to December baby names, we look at names inspired by Christmas, Hanukkah, and other symbols of the month.
Sat Nov 30 2024
Names that Blend Styles
Struggling to find the perfect baby name that balances different styles? Discover how combining distinct aesthetics can lead to a harmonious and unique choice that reflects all your favorite vibes.
Wed Nov 27 2024
What’s Your Thanksgiving Name?
Thanksgiving names are festive and traditional. Take our latest quiz and we'll tell you which name matches your Thanksgiving personality.
Mon Nov 25 2024
Let Us Name Your Baby
Nameberry's experts hear from Danielle, who wants to name her June baby June — but not because it's her birth month! Will strangers judge her and think she named her baby uncreatively? We tackle this baby name dilemma with help from a Berry with personal experience and baby name consultant Colleen Slagen.
Wed Nov 20 2024
Sagittarius Names Hit the Target
Sagittarius names are adventurous, inspired choices connected to symbols of the sign, such as the archer, Jupiter, and fire.
Mon Nov 18 2024
Let Us Name Your Baby
In this week's edition of our advice column, we speak to Remy, who's naming a younger sister to Arden Valentine. He's searched the internet high and low, but each name pales in comparison to Arden. Nameberry's expert consultants offer their words of wisdom and name suggestions, of course.
Fri Nov 15 2024
Top City Baby Names
The top city baby names in the US are different from the top names in the country and distinct from each other.
Mon Nov 11 2024
Let Us Name Your Baby
Nameberry's experts hear from Jen, who asks: Can you break family naming traditions? And how do you break the news to your in-laws? Thankfully, we have a therapist on staff.
Wed Nov 06 2024
Let Us Name Your Baby
In the latest edition of our advice column, we speak to Molly and Adam, who are searching for the perfect simple, sleek, and straightforward girl name to go with their complicated double-barrel surname. Can Nameberry's experts help them find a name that ticks all their boxes, or will Molly and Adam have to loosen their criteria?
Wed Nov 06 2024
November Baby Names Are Rich with Meaning
November baby names express gratitude with Thanksgiving-related meanings, as well as those related to Autum, zodiac signs, and other symbols of the month.
Thu Oct 24 2024
Truly Gender-Neutral Names: The Most Balanced of Them All
Gender-Neutral names are used in equal numbers for girls and boys. Using the latest data, we've calculated which names qualify as gender-neutral today.
Tue Oct 22 2024
Scorpio Names Captivate and Inspire
Scorpio names convey the passion and intensity of the sign. They're related to the autumn season, water, and other symbols associated with Scorpio.
Mon Oct 21 2024
Let Us Name Your Baby: Can We Solve Your Baby Name Paradox?
Nameberry's experts offer their solutions to three readers' baby name puzzles. Can we find the perfect dark academia boy name with a sweet nickname? Or a girl name that somehow feels demure and feminine, but also spunky and tomboyish? Thankfully, we love a good baby name paradox.
Thu Oct 17 2024
The Trendiest Names of the Century
The most defining names of our modern era went from obscurity to mainstream status in record time! We explore the trendiest names of the 21st century — those that were completely unheard of pre-2000 but now rank in the Top 1000.
Tue Oct 15 2024
Let Us Name Your Baby: Is Aurora Destined to be Rory?
Nameberry's experts talk to Sam and her astronomer husband who have three kids — Eva, Ronan, and Conor — and a baby girl on the way. Aurora might be the perfect name, but the nickname Rory is a no-go for this Irish father. Can Rory be avoided? And if not, what should they choose instead?
Thu Oct 10 2024
Have We Reached Peak Charli?
What goes up must come down! Names like Charli and Atticus, Phoenix and Jackson — which once seemed destined for the top of the charts — have reached an apex and are now sliding in the rankings. We look at all the names that have recently passed their peaks.
Tue Oct 08 2024
Let Us Name Your Baby: Cross-cultural Names With Anime References
In the latest edition of our new advice column, Let Us Name Your Baby, we speak to Tamara, who's in search of a name just as meaningful as her older daughter's, Talia Dee. The catch? It needs to work in Serbian and English, and ideally connect to the anime series One Piece. Nameberry's experts are on the case.
Fri Oct 04 2024
Names That Let You Have It Both Ways
As Hannah Montana once said, "It's the best of both worlds" — timeless, traditional baby names with fun and quirky nicknames that will allow your child to be a superstar on any playground.
Wed Oct 02 2024
Let Us Name Your Baby: Can Cub and Scout be Siblings?
In the first edition of our new advice column, Let Us Name Your Baby, we talk to parents whose older children are Scout and Cruz — and now are struggling to find a name for their third. So far, their only overlap is Cub. But can Cub and Scout be siblings? Nameberry's experts weigh in.
Tue Oct 01 2024
October Baby Names Spook and Delight
October names reference Halloween, the autumn season, and so much more. If you're expecting an October baby, check out our guide to October baby names.
Mon Sep 30 2024
Why Libras Are Balanced Namers
Libra namers are diplomatic, organized, and idealistic. They're drawn to names with beauty and universal likability. Read all about Libra namers here.
Thu Sep 26 2024
Baby Name Trends 2025
Baby name trends for 2025 are influenced by social media, fast fashion, and a global sensibility that extends beyond our own world. Discover 10 of our top trend forecasts for the year ahead.
Mon Sep 23 2024
Libra Baby Names Strike a Balance
Libra baby names are as harmonious as the scales that represent the sign. Find inspiration for naming your Libra child in this full guide.