Nov 13, 2023
These Are the Top Names of the 2020s So Far
We're only four years into the decade, but what are the top names of the 2020s so far? We crunched the numbers to find out.
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Nov 13, 2023
We're only four years into the decade, but what are the top names of the 2020s so far? We crunched the numbers to find out.
Nov 11, 2023
Guest blogger Angel Thomas, aka Dantea, shares names from the Choctaw side of her heritage.
Nov 8, 2023
Stars and their children are the top baby name influencers of 2023. See the most influential celebrity-related names of the year, from Aspyn to Ozzy to Shai.
Nov 4, 2023
Conventional baby name wisdom says that you have to choose a name that's either plain or fancy. But what if you want a name that's both? We explore the four types of Plain and Fancy names.
Nov 3, 2023
Drawing from her own background, Angel Thomas looks at the naming practices, and the names themselves, of the Cherokee culture.
Oct 30, 2023
Demon names are more popular than ever before — for characters, pets, and yes, even babies. Find the best, most badass demon names in our ultimate guide.
Oct 29, 2023
Great names given to only 10 babies in 2022, from Anselm to Zanna.
Oct 28, 2023
Scorpio namers are intense, emotional, and creative. They're attracted to names with deep roots and dramatic flair. Read all about Scorpio namers here.
Oct 26, 2023
Baby name regret — also known as baby name remorse — is a common source of shame among new parents. Here, we walk you through the necessary steps for coping with baby name regret.
Oct 24, 2023
How I Named My Baby is wrapping up (for now!) and to mark the end of this series, we crunched the numbers on all things HINMB.
Oct 22, 2023
Looking for a baby name that crosses cultures and travels easily? These international names have roots in more than one language.
Oct 18, 2023
There's a great big world of names out there, and we're constantly discovering new choices. We asked our editorial team to share their latest name discoveries — read on for 16 new-to-us names that may be new to you, too!
Oct 13, 2023
What are the most mispronounced names in the world? The answers may surprise you. Find out the answers and see more baby name news in our monthly news round-up.
Oct 9, 2023
Which rare names are destined to become America's next top baby names? The Nameberry team predicts the top baby names of the future from names currently given to fewer than 20 babies.
Oct 7, 2023
Character names can be as difficult as baby names. Here are some tips from a writer on finding good ones.
Oct 6, 2023
A new study by Nameberry reveals that Gen Z names, the most popular names for babies born from 1997 to 2012, are led by Emily and Jacob. Generation Z names are more diverse than any other generation that came before them, as the name pool expanded due to social and cultural forces.
Sep 20, 2023
Kimberly and Josh had an established system for naming their oldest daughters, Lux and Liv, but a third baby required a break in the pattern. A lucky find and a prophetic dream led them to Winnie Jean, the perfect name for their baby girl.
Sep 16, 2023
Shana Tova! Just in time for the High Holidays, a new study reveals the most popular Jewish names from the 1950s to today.
Sep 7, 2023
Even classic baby names come in and out of fashion. The coolest classics of the moment include Eleanor, Theodore, and more.
Aug 30, 2023
Under pressure to use family names, Cinthia and Ben bucked tradition and went with the modern and meaningful name Koda for their baby boy. Despite initial family pushback, everyone agrees that Koda Florian is the perfect name for their little osito.
Aug 22, 2023
The most popular Czech names for 2022 are here! Many of the Top 50 baby names have remained stable over the years, but recently international trends have begun to influence the Czech charts.
Aug 16, 2023
Michelle and Neil gave all of their children names with great stories, but were feeling stuck when it came to naming their son. That is, until they found the name October. A baseball connection for Dad and an Anne of Green Gables link for Mom made October the perfect choice for their baby boy.
Aug 2, 2023
Bethany C. Meyers and Nico Tortorella called their baby girl Kilmer Dove — a name bursting with family significance, spirit, and love. Here, we talk to Bethany and Nico about the process and poetry of naming their daughter.
Jul 25, 2023
Italian Jewish names, from the now-endangered Judeo-Italian language, are a rich set combining various cultural influences. We take a tour of the names once popular in the Italian Jewish community.
Jul 19, 2023
David Denker secretly loved the name Pippen ever since he was a teenager. Thankfully his wife, Courtney, liked it too! When David and Courtney found out they were expecting a little girl, Pippen was the only name they could imagine for their daughter.