Nov 7, 2017
Boy Names: The new traditionals
The Name Sage challenge: finding a name both traditional and modern.
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Oct 29, 2017
The Fran Clan: Frances, Francesca and Frankie Return
Related names Frances, Francesca, Francine and Frankie are back.
Oct 5, 2017
Sweet Girl Names With New Style Power
Sweet girl names like Alice and Edith are newly stylish again.
Jul 12, 2017
5 Ways to Fall in Love with a Name
There are so many reasons to fall in love with a name and several of them show up in our weekly baby name news round-up.
Jun 11, 2017
The Great-Grandparents Baby Name Rule
A new way to look at the Hundred Year Rule–it’s more like the Great Grandparents Rule, says Nancy Man.
May 30, 2017
Cool Classic Baby Names
Yes, classics can be cool, and the Name Sage offers some examples for both girls and boys.
Apr 17, 2017
44 Names from 1917 You Should Use Now!
Some hidden treasures from the popularity list of a century ago, from Lula to Odessa to Wiley.
Apr 6, 2017
12 Great Shakespeare Names: Ophelia, Orlando, Oberon
A National Poetry Month salute to one of the greatest character namers of all time–the Bard of Avon.
Apr 4, 2017
Classic but Rare Girls Names: Ada, Liza, and Lena
Some neglected classic girl names ready for a comeback–Ivy, Liza, June–and Mary.
Mar 28, 2017
Traditional Boy Names: Frank, Walter, and George
The Name Sage helps this mom-to-be find a boy’s name that’s traditional but without a hint of trendiness.
Mar 21, 2017
Baby Name Namesakes: Harriet Beecher Stowe in the UK
A genealogist’s thoughts on how an American author became a British baby namesake.
Mar 19, 2017
New Oldtime Girl Names: Maxine and Maude
Charlotte and Violet have already had resounding revivals, but there are other similarly straightforward old girl names standing in wait.
Mar 13, 2017
An Anglophile’s Guide to Baby Names
British baby names tend to celebrate the vintage and the unusual.
Mar 9, 2017
Edwardian Baby Names: Audrey, Marjorie and Nora
After the Victorians came the Edwardians, bringing with them some new names that have become semi-classics on both sides of the Atlantic.
Jan 22, 2017
Magical Medieval Names: Aelyth to Wystan
If you’re looking for a name with REAL history, here are some beauties that date back to the Middle Ages–from a delicate girl name like Amiria to the powerful Theodoric.
Jan 17, 2017
Family Names: Yes, No, or It Depends?
This dad is pushing for two names from his family’s side for their son, but Mom has reservations. Can the Name Sage help them find a compromise? But of course!
Jan 8, 2017
No-Frills Girl Names for the New Year
Timeless single-syllable classic girls’ names perfect for the new year.
Nov 27, 2016
Modern Baby Names That Aren’t So Modern
British name expert Eleanor Nickerson looks at modern-sounding names like Tiffany and Aubrey and finds that they have surprisingly long histories. They’re positively medieval!
Nov 23, 2016
Thanksgiving Baby Names: 12 Best Virtue Names
Our Thanksgiving picks of the best virtuous word names beyond Grace, Hope and Faith. And wishing you all a Happy Holiday!
Nov 15, 2016
Literary Baby Names: Promising possibilities from Edgar Allan Poe
Names from the poems and stories of Edgar Allan Poe–all with a touch of intriguing mystery.
Oct 16, 2016
Classic Baby Names: Finding the perfect variation
Unhappy with her common classic name, guest blogger Sarah Elizabeth searched for years to find the perfect permutation of her first and middle names. Here is her charming story.
Oct 2, 2016
Nickname Names: Johnny be gone
When did you last see Chuck or Dick or Johnny on a birth certificate? Nick Turner charts the downward course of several vintage nickname names–including his own.
Sep 11, 2016
Baby Name Remorse: A Name Nerd’s Apology
Sometimes despite the thought and loving care parents put into the name choice, it just isn’t the right fit. Here is Abby’s story.
Aug 28, 2016
Vintage Girl Names: 9 Fresh Ideas
Fresh vintage choices for girls are on the way, so move over, Amelia and Clara and make room for Vera, Cordelia and Louisa.
Aug 22, 2016
19 Biblical Girl Names You Should Consider
With Old Testament names like Sarah, Rebecca, Rachel, Leah and Hannah sliding down the popularity list, it’s time to look for some fresh substitutes–and here are some new possibilities, from Abijah to Jerusha to Kezia to Zipporah.