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These news stories focus on classic baby names for girls and boys, traditional baby names from the Bible and ancient cultures, and international variations of classic names.
Sep 30, 2025
You want to honor your grandpa, but what if his name is old-fashioned, or just a bit too classic for you? We've re-invented the top boy names of the 1930s and 1940s into options that are cool today, and still connected to the original version.
Aug 7, 2025
Lovely ancient Greek girls names from Alala to Echo to Ianthe to Io.
Jul 31, 2025
Ancient Greek and Roman baby names are rising in popularity for modern babies.
Jul 21, 2025
Lum, Lyman, Lawyer: Hundreds of boy names popular in 1880 have been forgotten, except by us.
Jun 1, 2025
Isabel and Oliver have come back, but what about Lula and Lyle?
May 8, 2025
Of the 80 names that have been chosen by Popes, here are our picks for a modern baby.
Oct 4, 2024
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.
Sep 12, 2024
School is back in session, and here are the names filling today's classrooms...and yesterday's.
Sep 5, 2024
Worried your secret sweet spot favorite is going to soar up the charts? Or that your under-the-radar pick is in danger of fading from fashion? We have the inside scoop on contemporary, stylish names that are not fluctuating in popularity.
Aug 21, 2024
Little black dress baby names ooze style and sophistication, but they do so with classically understated flair.
Aug 7, 2024
Some baby names are big, flashy, designer choices. And then there are the blue jean baby names: cozy, comfy, quiet, and eminently wearable in everyday life.
Jul 15, 2024
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.
Jun 11, 2024
Looking for alternatives to Ann or fresh routes to Annie? We take a look all of her variations, from elaborations to combination names to international imports.
Jun 5, 2024
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.
May 9, 2024
Four syllable baby names are very versatile and perfect for shorter surnames. Check out our picks for 80 of the coolest four syllable names right now!
Apr 6, 2024
Our ultimate guide to royal names! Discover popular and classic names fit for a king or queen, see what today’s princely parents are naming their children, and check out more names with regal meanings.
Feb 28, 2024
What did parents name their children before official records began? Records from a hundred years ago show that the choices go far beyond John and Mary — and some of them could inspire you today.
Dec 23, 2023
The meaning of Mary is shrouded in mystery, despite its super classic status. We take a look at the most compelling candidates for Mary's meaning and origin.
Dec 21, 2023
Classic boy names come in many variations that slide up and down the popularity scale. Here's how to make your traditional favorite more rare.
Dec 6, 2023
What is the next wave of old lady names coming into style? We take a look at the coolest choices right now and see what's coming up next for the future.
Nov 6, 2023
Traditional girl names range from the timeless classics to the unique vintage gems that feel ripe for revival today. We round up 100+ of the best.
Oct 4, 2023
You've looked up the meaning of your favorite name, you love it... and then another source says it means something totally different! How do you know which one is right? Aili Winstanley Channer explains why, for many well-known names, there's room for both.
Sep 12, 2023
Traditional boy names are cool and classic, and never out of style (although not always popular!) Check out our ultimate guide to finding the perfect one.
Sep 8, 2023
In honor of Queen Elizabeth II, who died one year ago today, a deeper look at her extraordinary name and its many amazing variations.
Sep 7, 2023
Even classic baby names come in and out of fashion. The coolest classics of the moment include Eleanor, Theodore, and more.
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