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 Aug 03 2024
100+ Best Girl Names Ending in a Vowel
Girl names ending in a vowel sound may not be a new invention, but there is a big wide world of under-appreciated vowel-ending options far beyond the obvious Ava and Zoe. Check out our 100 top picks and browse our full lists here!
Thu Aug 01 2024
The Best Names for August Babies
August baby names relate to Leo and Virgo — August's star signs — the birthstones and flowers of the month, and everything summer.
Mon Jul 29 2024
Why Leos Are the Most Stylish Namers
Leo namers are bold, creative, and fashionable. They're drawn to names with bright energy and distinctive sounds. Read all about Leo namers here.
Sun Jul 28 2024
200+ Unique and Amazing Nature Names
Beyond popular nature-inspired choices like Lily and River, Mother Nature has an abundance of beautiful rare names.
Thu Jul 25 2024
Hello, Cutie! Rare Vintage Girl Names Ending in -ie
Love vintage girl nickname names like Sadie, Elsie, and Annie? There are many more that are equally charming, but much more uncommon nowadays.
Wed Jul 24 2024
The Craziest Baby Names in America
What are the craziest baby names in America? Last year's official statistics saw names such as Trigger, Rooster, and Vanity make the charts for baby girls and boys. Discover 100+ weird names that were really used for babies in 2023.
Mon Jul 22 2024
Leo Baby Names Burn Hot
Leo baby names relate to lions, fire, the Sun, bravery, and so much more. If you need a name for your Leo baby, consult our guide.
Sat Jul 20 2024
AI Says These Are the Most Stereotypical Names in Your State
We asked AI about the most stereotypical baby names in each state, and the results are wild.
Wed Jul 17 2024
100+ Rare Girl Names You Don’t Know (Yet!)
Our A to Z collection of 100+ rare girl names you've never heard of — guaranteed to surprise (and hopefully enchant) your friends and family.
Mon Jul 15 2024
What's a Classic Name?
What makes a name classic? At Nameberry, we took on the challenge of making the qualifications of a classic measurable. Find out here if your favorite names make the cut.
Sat Jul 13 2024
Quiz: What's Your Summer Name?
We're halfway through summer already! Soak up the remaining weeks of the sunny season with a quiz to determine your perfect summer name.
Mon Jul 08 2024
Brother Names
Brother names should be compatible in style or sound, but not overly matched. We identify the top sets of brother names, unique pairs, and the best examples from the celebrisphere.
Fri Jul 05 2024
19 Signs You’re Obsessed with Names
We're experts in name obsession, and maybe you are too? Here, 19 signs you're as obsessive about the subject as we are.
Tue Jul 02 2024
Creative Family Names Honor Loved Ones
Modern parents are looking for creative family names to honor their loved ones. How do you find a name that is stylish, unique, and meaningful? We have ten tips in our ultimate guide to creative family names.
Tue Jul 02 2024
100+ Best Boy Names Ending in a Vowel
Boy names ending in a vowel feel fresh and cool in an era dominated by N-ending names for boys. Check out our 100 top picks and browse our full lists here!
Sun Jun 30 2024
Most Popular Baby Names 2024 So Far: Mid-Year Edition
Which names are stylish parents-to-be considering right now? All is revealed in our Top 100 most viewed names of the year so far.
Thu Jun 27 2024
Why Cancers Are the Most Thoughtful Namers
Cancer namers are warm, sensitive, and focused on family. They're drawn to names with traditional roots, family ties, and modern style. Read all about Cancer namers here.
Tue Jun 25 2024
Newest Babyberries Are Blossoming
This Spring has brought along 19 Babyberry birth announcements on our forums — a whopping 15 girls and only 4 boys.
Wed Jun 05 2024
Vintage Nicknames Refresh Classic Names
Traditional names that need a style revival can find it with an unexpected vintage nickname. These retro short forms will make you reconsider all of the classics.
Tue Jun 04 2024
Island Names for Babies: What's mainstream on the mainland
What could be more appealing than the name of a cool, serene island — especially with the summer months right around the corner? Here are our picks of the best, from Capri to Rhodes.
Thu May 30 2024
Why Geminis Are Cutting-Edge Namers
Gemini namers are flexible, ahead of the curve, and intellectual. They are drawn to stylish names with hidden meanings. Read all about Gemini namers here.
Sun May 26 2024
How We Reinvented Baby Names
Linda Rosenkrantz and Pamela Redmond reinvented baby names once with their groundbreaking book, Beyond Jennifer & Jason, and again with their website Nameberry. This is the story of their remarkable 35-year partnership, which produced ten bestselling books, the world's largest website devoted to baby names, and a baby-naming culture transformed forever.
Sat May 25 2024
Night Names are Heavenly
Night names take their cues from the stars, moon, and mythological deities of the night sky. Explore our guide to 100+ nighttime baby names.
Tue May 21 2024
Top Baby Names 2023: The Playground Analysis
The Playground Analysis groups popular names according to their sound and then ranks the groups instead of the individual spellings. By listing all variant spellings together, we can reveal the top names you're *really* most likely to hear on American playgrounds.
Wed May 15 2024
Buddhist Names for a Peaceful Child
Enlightened choices drawn from the spiritual practice of Buddhism, from new favorites like Bodhi to rarities like Moksha and Om.
