Sep 30, 2018
October Baby Names: Notable namesakes with noteworthy names
Some great namesakes for your October babe, from Jackson to Jonas, Luciano to Lennon.
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Aug 26, 2018
Back-to-School Baby Names: Theodora, Darwin and Danica
Smart baby name choices from the school curriculum
Jul 3, 2018
Born on the Fourth of July Names: Emerson & Edmonia
In honor of Independence Day, we salute some notables who were born on the Fourth of July. Happy holiday!
Jun 24, 2018
Pride Hero Names: Baldwin, Essex and Cleve
Celebrating Pride Month with a salute to some prominent activists.
May 24, 2018
Memorial Day Names: Araminta to Zealous
Some intriguing names tied to Memorial Day and its Civil War roots, from Charleston to Indy to Zealous.
May 2, 2018
Little Prince Louis Special Report
The big name news of the week is the birth and naming of Britain’s Prince Louis Arthur Charles. Get all the details here!
Apr 27, 2018
Royal Baby Name: It’s Louis Arthur Charles!
The wait is finally over–the new little prince is named Louis Arthur Charles!
Apr 24, 2018
25 Perennially Popular Bible Names for Boys
Here’s the select group of Old Testament boy names that have never been off the popularity list.
Apr 4, 2018
Classic and Creative Baby Names in the News
By Clare Bristow This week’s news includes names from the ancient world, Europe and the 1990s, plus some of the most gloriously unusual names you’ll hear this year. 1990s names: not the next big thing Do you believe everything you read on the internet? Despite the rumors, 1990s names are not about to make a […]
Mar 19, 2018
A Middle Name to Grow Into
Eva Sojourner Dunsky was embarrassed by her unusual middle name, until she found out how inspirational it was.
Feb 13, 2018
Presidential Girl Names: Kennedy, Madison, Monroe
How five US Presidents’ name became more popular for girls than boys.
Dec 19, 2017
Bold Boy Names: How about Thor?
Should they name their son Thor? He’s big on the heroic heritage pick, but she fears it might be too much name for a mere mortal. Mary writes: I’m writing with an odd conundrum. My husband is dead set on naming our son Thor. My husband’s family is Norwegian and very proud of their heritage […]
Dec 10, 2017
Hanukkah Baby Names: Sweet-Spot Biblical Boy Names
In honor of Hanukkah, here are some sweet-spot biblical boy names–not too popular, not too obscure.
Nov 22, 2017
Happy Thanksgiving Baby Names!
For Thanksgiving Day, Clare Bristow highlights some celeb news, food and animal names, international trends and presidential picks.
Nov 21, 2017
Sagittarius Baby Names: 11 amazing archery names
For your baby born under the sign of Sagittarius, how about one of the cool names related to its symbol, the archer?
Nov 14, 2017
1960s Baby Names: Flower power namesakes for boys
These names from exactly half a century ago have a lot of retro resonance today.
Sep 28, 2017
15 Biblical Names for Modern Boys
Here are some Old Testament names for boys that would work well in the modern world.
Aug 30, 2017
Baby Name News: August, Jones, and Kit
A new little Zuckerberg, starry names and a torrential storm, all in this week’s baby name news.
Aug 6, 2017
Heroic Baby Names: Franklin, Eleanor, Omar and Odette
Heroic baby names from the era of World War II.
Jul 20, 2017
It’s Reigning Baby Names: Duke, Prince and Royalty
Have you noticed that maternity wards suddenly have become royal kingdoms filled with Kings, Princes, Dukes, Reigns and Reinas?
Jul 10, 2017
Wonder Women Names: Strong names for girls
Any of these Wonder Women names would make a perfect choice for a strong little girl, via their meaning and/or their worthy namesakes.
Jun 12, 2017
What’s Your Favorite Name Era?
Which particular period of name history are you most drawn to?