Jan 19, 2023
The Many Names of David Bowie
Names of the Master of Reinvention; from David to Bowie to Ziggy to Mars!
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Jan 19, 2023
Names of the Master of Reinvention; from David to Bowie to Ziggy to Mars!
Jan 11, 2023
Alison and Zach searched popularity charts from around the world to find the perfect playful and punchy name for their daughter. They called her Georgie Rose, a name imbued with extra significance for its connection to the art world and Alison's childhood.
Dec 29, 2022
Take our quiz to discover your 2022 name, then read about the names that defined the year.
Dec 28, 2022
After the death of their beloved cat Waffles, Jeanette and Jimmy knew they wanted to use a W name for their baby girl. They found Willamina — a modern rendition of a vintage name with the adorable nickname Billie.
Dec 15, 2022
If you've been confused by all those pregnancy abbreviations and acronyms, here's what they all mean!
Dec 6, 2022
The Amazing Baby Name Book is the latest project to come from the Ephron family — yes, the Ephron family — Amy Ephron and her daughters Maia and Anna. We interview Amy, Maia, and Anna about their witty and curated guide to baby names, a must-have for any expectant parent.
Nov 30, 2022
Rachel and Alex were down to a couple of names and looking for a sign to tell them which one would fit their daughter. When messages about Don Quixote appeared, they knew it was the sign to call their daughter Lucinda Maud.
Nov 26, 2022
Here are five ways to test out how a name will work in real life.
Nov 16, 2022
Clara and Alessandro faced a name dilemma — do they choose a Latinate name for their son to match his Brazilian and Italian heritage or a more American name that can be pronounced in all languages? They ultimately landed on Spencer James, which carries a fun connection to Clara's favorite TV show.
Nov 2, 2022
New Jersey couple Shannon and Tyler wanted their daughter to have a unique and aesthetically-pleasing name that matched their strong sense of style. Shannon's long-time favorite Sparrow rose to the top after signs that it was meant to be.
Oct 19, 2022
Brooke and Jeshua — New Zealand natives, now New Yorkers — initially thought they wanted an S name for their baby girl, but fell in love with the name Clover for its lucky, lovely associations. We talk to Brooke about Kiwi naming style.
Oct 5, 2022
When Allo and Drew found out they were expecting two sets of twins — due one week apart — they needed to come up with combos quickly. Their "triplets" ended up as Rhodes Upton, Banks Hazard, and Ziggy Lake — distinctive and modern names that fit Allo and Drew's values.
Sep 21, 2022
Justin and Mark knew their daughter's name would be Larsen Jean even before she was a possibility. Larsen was inspired by a family story of friendship during WWII, and Jean a postwar love story. We speak with Justin about naming his daughter, as well as the characters in his new musical The Ladies Man.
Sep 20, 2022
Though photography is one of the youngest art forms, there has been enough history to produce an aggregation of interesting names; from Ansel to Imogen to Zanele.
Sep 11, 2022
What's coming down the baby name runway? Take a look at the names of fashion models' babies to see what's next in baby naming.
Sep 7, 2022
For Lyjah and Davante, their daughter's name was fateful. Colibrí — meaning "hummingbird" in French — is a meaningful symbol to Lyjah. Meraki — Greek for “to do something with love, creativity, and soul” — fit their passionate, creative family values.
Aug 31, 2022
H names for girls are heavenly choices, whether homespun or hot off the presses. These are our nominees for the best girl names that start with H.
Aug 24, 2022
Jennie and Kristian wanted a short, punchy name with attitude for their baby — the son of two radio presenters. The final decision? Bear Anthony, chosen for its animal ties, flexibility, and memorability.
Aug 12, 2022
There are so many inspiring saint names beyond the obvious candidates. Here are a selection of favorites that are both unusual and stylish.
Aug 10, 2022
Saya and James needed a name for their American daughter that represented their Japanese and British nationalities. Millie Sakura was the perfect choice — easy to pronounce in Japanese, distinctly English, and connected to her birthday, Cherry Blossom Day.
Aug 1, 2022
There are so many boy names starting with C! Here we break down the best of the best.
Jul 27, 2022
Carly and John Paul Elias wanted to find the perfect bright and cheerful name for their sunny California girl. What better than Brighton Dove? We talk to Carly about naming her daughter, raising Cali kids, and the most interesting names from her family tree.
Jul 22, 2022
Astrology can help you find the perfect baby name. Zodiac Names, our newest feature, analyzes each star sign's approach to baby name process — including how they engage with a partner — and individual baby name style.
Jul 21, 2022
Baby Name DNA is a revolutionary name generator designed to analyze your name style and match you with the perfect names.
Jul 18, 2022
Girl names starting with the letter Z are rare and exotic, from Zadie to Zuzu, Zinnia to Zahara.