Search names

News

Cool Baby Name News

Articles1,178
Pages48
Total Articles1,178

Across 48 pages

Page4

of 48

More articles

Nov 3, 2023

Cherokee Names Are All-American

Drawing from her own background, Angel Thomas looks at the naming practices, and the names themselves, of the Cherokee culture.

Oct 21, 2023

Unique Twin Names to Inspire

Unique twin names can be a challenge to find, but also great fun! Here are some uncommon twin name pairings with subtle connections to inspire you.

Oct 18, 2023

These Names Are New to Us (And Maybe You Too)

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 5, 2023

These Names Are At Their Peak

Want a name the whole world will fall in love with? Our exclusive analysis reveals the names that rank higher now than ever before. Popular and rare, classic and unique, they're in the prime of their lives.

Aug 4, 2023

Nickname Spotlight: Getting to Gus

Do you love the nickname Gus, but would prefer a more unusual route to it than August or Augustus? Here's a world of options ranging from familiar Angus to rare gems like Finegas.

Jun 17, 2023

Wes Anderson Names Add Whimsy

Wes Anderson baby names are whimsical, meaningful, and incredibly iconic. We profile the most notable names from the auteur's universe and have a quiz for you to discover your Wes Anderson name.

May 29, 2023

New Study Shows Climate Impact on Baby Names

Nature-related baby names are a huge trend across the board right now. But did you know that the climate actually influences the type of nature names American parents are choosing for their children?

Apr 8, 2023

Minty Names Freshen Up

Minty baby names — including Araminta, Mynte, and even Mint — are ticking up around the globe. Learn the history of mint names and see the most fashionable choices.

Mar 17, 2023

Irish Baby Names Celebrate St. Patrick's Day

Happy St Patrick's Day! We're celebrating Irish baby names of all kinds with a look at the top Irish name trends in the US and in Ireland, as well as unique Irish options to consider.

Feb 8, 2023

Dog Names: How to Name Your Pup

Naming a dog has a lot in common with naming a baby, as you'll see in this wonderful blog by professor and book author Mikita Brottman.

Dec 12, 2022

Baby Name Trends: The Top Baby Names of 2023

Baby name trends for 2023 reflect a palpable shift in mood, style and identity born of the seismic events of the past few years. Discover 10 of our top trend forecasts for the year ahead.

Oct 29, 2022

Best J Names for Girls

Girl names that start with J are less common than you might expect: there are only two in the Top 100 baby names. Read our recommendations for the best J names, from classics like Josephine and Joy, to modern favorites like Journey.

Sep 20, 2022

Photography Names Are Picture-Perfect

Though photography is one of the youngest art forms, there has been enough history to produce an aggregation of interesting names; from Ansel to Imogen to Zanele.