Name Meanings
Name meanings are the focus of these news stories, exploring what names mean and how those meanings affect your name choices and your child's psychology. To search all baby names by meaning, see our central page of lists organized by Name Meanings.
Thu Jan 23 2025
Aquarius Baby Names Hold Water
Aquarius names connect to air and water, intelligence and individualism, and notable Aquarians from history. Consult our guide to Aquarius baby names if you're expecting a little water bearer of your own!
Wed Jan 01 2025
January Names Feel Fresh
January baby names relate to the New Year, winter season, and symbols of the month. From popular names to the most unique, view our guide to naming January babies.
Tue Dec 31 2024
Happy New Year Names
A New Year’s baby is a double new beginning. Ring in the year with our guide to names celebrating dawning hope and a fresh start, plus some birthday namesakes.
Thu Dec 26 2024
Hanukkah Baby Names Glow Bright
Hanukkah baby names move beyond those of the Maccabees. For your modern Hanukkah baby, we have eight fashionable Hebrew names that mean light.
Mon Dec 23 2024
Christmas Names: Ultimate Guide (and Quiz!)
Christmas names for a Yuletide baby are a great way to honor the special season of their birth. Here's our ultimate guide to the best Christmas baby names to suit every style. Plus, take our quiz to get your own new festive name!
Sun Dec 22 2024
Capricorn Baby Names Are the Greatest of All Time
Some extraordinarily interesting names for your Capricorn baby.
Wed Dec 11 2024
Happy Baby Names
Happy baby names are a great gift to bestow upon a child. Here is a wide-ranging list of positive possibilities, from Gioia to Georgie, Sebastian to Serenity.
Sun Dec 01 2024
December Baby Names Spread Cheer
December names are magical! In our guide to December baby names, we look at names inspired by Christmas, Hanukkah, and other symbols of the month.
Wed Nov 20 2024
Sagittarius Names Hit the Target
Sagittarius names are adventurous, inspired choices connected to symbols of the sign, such as the archer, Jupiter, and fire.
Wed Nov 06 2024
November Baby Names Are Rich with Meaning
November baby names express gratitude with Thanksgiving-related meanings, as well as those related to Autum, zodiac signs, and other symbols of the month.
Tue Oct 22 2024
Scorpio Names Captivate and Inspire
Scorpio names convey the passion and intensity of the sign. They're related to the autumn season, water, and other symbols associated with Scorpio.
Tue Oct 01 2024
October Baby Names Spook and Delight
October names reference Halloween, the autumn season, and so much more. If you're expecting an October baby, check out our guide to October baby names.
Tue Sep 24 2024
Autumn Names: Colorful and Cozy
Expecting a Fall baby, or just love this time of year? There's a rich harvest of autumnal names to choose from, inspired by nature, colors, festivals, and of course names meaning Autumn itself.
Mon Sep 23 2024
Libra Baby Names Strike a Balance
Libra baby names are as harmonious as the scales that represent the sign. Find inspiration for naming your Libra child in this full guide.
Tue Sep 17 2024
Baby Name Numerology: Number Names Count!
Number names for babies can reflect birth order, or celebrate numbers with meaning to you. Check out our multicultural options, from Una to Trillion.
Wed Sep 04 2024
That Name Means What????
From Puffy Cheeks to Pirate, these are the quirkiest name meanings out there.
Sun Sep 01 2024
September Baby Names Welcome the Fall
September baby names draw from the Fall season, Virgo and Libra star signs, holidays that take place during the month, and more!
Thu Aug 22 2024
Virgo Baby Names Are Pure
Virgo baby names are connected to purity and maidens as well as the Earth, wisdom, and more. We have the definitive guide to naming Virgo babies.
Mon Aug 19 2024
Brand Names Become Baby Names
Brand name or baby name? They're both! Take a look at the baby names that were inspired by popular brand names in 2023 — some of them might surprise you.
Thu Aug 01 2024
The Best Names for August Babies
August baby names relate to Leo and Virgo — August's star signs — the birthstones and flowers of the month, and everything summer.
Mon Jul 22 2024
Leo Baby Names Burn Hot
Leo baby names relate to lions — the symbol of the sign — fire, the Sun, and so much more. If you need a name for your Leo baby, consult our guide.
Thu Jul 04 2024
Names Meaning Freedom Celebrate Independence Day
Whether you're expecting an Independence Day baby or want to raise a free spirit, take inspiration from these names meaning freedom and independence. Sure, there's Liberty, but what about Saoirse, Scheherazade, or Charlie?
Mon Jul 01 2024
July Names Turn up the Heat
July baby names are some of the hottest around, relating to all things summer and sunshine, as well as notable events, figures, and holidays in July.
Sat Jun 29 2024
The 27+ Best Beachy Baby Names
Beach-combing for summery baby names and digging up some surprising treasures.
Thu Jun 20 2024
Cancer Baby Names Make a Splash
Cancer baby names reference the summer season, the moon, and water. Consider one of these lovable names for your sweet and sensitive Cancer child.