Cool Baby Name News

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.

One part cottagecore, one part cowboy — woodsy names for boys are the next big thing. Read all about the incoming wave of rugged, romantic, nature-inspired boy names.

Truly unique baby names we can (almost) guarantee you'll never hear in the wild! From Antioch to Wildrose, these 20 cool choices have never charted in the US.

The hottest new formula in baby naming, inspired by Jack Blue Bieber: Take a singular noun, add an S, et voila! See our tips for creating plural names and the trendiest plural names right now.

If you're looking for a girl name that feels both fashionable and original, that stands out on its style merits rather than its shock factor – these are our top picks right now.

Little black dress baby names ooze style and sophistication, but they do so with classically understated flair.

Secret nature names are the outdoorsy choices with a more subtle connection to the natural world. They still feel fresh and appealing, but they hide their secret nature behind a cool or classic exterior.

Looking for a cool boy name that's not too masculine? These names are both unisex and rare, going beyond gender and standing out in their own right.

Astrology names are inspired by the zodiac signs, the planets, and the four elements. And your zodiac sign can offer insight to your naming style. Whether you believe it's written in the stars, or it's just a bit of fun, astrology can be a great starting point for finding a baby name.

Beyond popular nature-inspired choices like Lily and River, Mother Nature has an abundance of beautiful rare names.

Double-L-syllable girl names are light and lilting. Lily and Layla are much-loved, and there are many other la-la-lovely options if you're looking for something different.

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.

Gender-neutral names are getting so popular these days that we see dozens of rare and unique unisex picks finding new favor with parents.

Names that end in er are one of the coolest crowds in the playground right now. Here is a roundup of our favorite energetic baby names ending in er, from traditional choices to edgy and unique er names for boys and girls.

A curated selection of our favorite rare girl names with real roots and history.

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.

Feel like you know a lot of boys with -son names, or girls ending in -ana? They're America's top baby name name endings. Discover more trending endings, and what to avoid if you're looking for a name with a distinctive sound.

Night names take their cues from the stars, moon, and mythological deities of the night sky. Explore our guide to 100+ nighttime baby names.

Enlightened choices drawn from the spiritual practice of Buddhism, from new favorites like Bodhi to rarities like Moksha and Om.

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!

Japanese names are stylish and significant, and increasingly on trend today. If you want to honor Japanese heritage or a connection to the language and culture, here is a beginner's guide to beautiful and meaningful Japanese names.

Names made from initials like AJ, Gigi, and even Casey are fun, informal nicknames, and they can go straight onto the birth certificate too. Find out which initial names are most popular!

Earth, air, fire, and water inspire a class of subtle nature names tied to the classical elements.

Baby name trends for 2024 reflect parents' values, aesthetics, and identities, coinciding with a society-wide shift in parenting. Discover 10 of our top trend forecasts for the year ahead.

Find out how the Romans really named their children — and which names from ancient Rome are making a comeback today.